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Vybz Kartel Off Audiomack’s Top 5 Reggae/Dancehall Chart For First Time In 2020

By Devi Seitaram Wed, June 17 2020, 02:35 PM EST

Audiomack has released its most-streamed reggae and dancehall artistes this week and the Worl’ Boss Vybz Kartel is off the top five list, for the first time this year.

Chronixx Calls For A New Type of Protest Amidst Global BLM Movement

By Latoya Collins Wed, June 17 2020, 03:34 AM EST

In a social climate rife with anxiety, frustration, and anger surrounding a global pandemic and, now, racial prejudice and tension, renowned Reggae musician Chronixx has lent his voice and expertise to call for a new type of protest.

Rvssian And Shenseea Reveal Their Biggest Musical Influences

By Claudine Baugh Tue, June 16 2020, 08:03 PM EST

The very popular music producer Rvssian played a little trivia question and answer with his Twitter followers yesterday to later reveal who was his “biggest Jamaican influence to start music.”

Stefflon Don Says Her Brother Is Wanted By UK Cops For Black Lives Matter Protest Post

By Claudia Gardner Tue, June 16 2020, 06:51 PM EST

British deejay Stefflon Don says her brother Dutchavelli is being targeted by the Metropolitan Police for making an Instagram post that he was going to attend a Black Lives Matter march last Saturday.

The Beenie Man Foundation Brings COVID-19 Relief To Craig Town’s Vulnerable

By Denieca Daniels Tue, June 16 2020, 04:59 PM EST

The Beenie Man Foundation on Saturday (June 13) distributed COVID-19 relief packages in the artiste’s home community of Craig Town.

Julian Marley Pays Tribute To Deceased Daughter

By Denieca Daniels Tue, June 16 2020, 11:33 AM EST

Reggae singer Julian Marley, took to Instagram (IG) to remember his daughter who died last year after she lost her battle with cancer.

Jamaican Entertainment Industry Leaders Collaborate For Reopening Solutions

By Andre Cooper Mon, June 15 2020, 11:39 PM EST

On June 14, 2020, a cross-section of industry leaders and stakeholders in Jamaica met and coalesced efforts to coin pragmatic suggestions for a safe phased reopening of the entertainment industry; creating a detailed plan that seeks to guide the entertainment industry back on its feet after a three month COVID-19 pause of the sector.

Bounty Killer Defends Girlfriend Claudia Against Fans, Says His Ex D’Angel Is No Comparison

By Claudia Gardner Mon, June 15 2020, 11:32 PM EST

Dancehall veteran Bounty Killer was in attacking mode on Instagram today, defending his girlfriend Claudia’s honour, against perverted male fans and dismissing detractors who, among other things, made claims that she resembled his ex D’Angel.

John Legend Says Koffee’s Contribution To His Upcoming Album Is ‘Incredible’

By Claudia Gardner Mon, June 15 2020, 01:30 PM EST

Based on the gleeful yet humbled response from John Legend, it appears Koffee is set to provide the icing on the cake for the R&B artiste’s 16-track album, which is slated for release this Friday (June 19).

DJ Khaled, Busta Rhymes Host AFJ Concert For Jamaica’s COVID-19 Fight: Watch

By Devi Seitaram Mon, June 15 2020, 01:02 AM EST

American entertainers DJ Khaled and Busta Rhymes co-hosted the American Friends of Jamaica’s (AFJ) virtual concert yesterday, which included a lineup of renowned dancehall and reggae artistes.

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Bounty Killer And Foota Hype Squash Their Beef By Exchanging Pleasantries On Instagram

By Claudia Gardner Sun, June 14 2020, 09:54 PM EST

It appears dancehall veterans Foota Hype and Bounty Killer are on their way to finally burying the hatchet after the selector, yet again, extended the proverbial olive branch to the Warlord on his birthday.

Lisa Hyper Says Jodi Couture Is Not A Star But Has Potential

By Claudine Baugh Sun, June 14 2020, 02:16 AM EST

GAZA member Lisa Hyper is back on the wire with more to say about American-based deejay Jodi Couture.

No Changes For Reggae As Recording Academy Rolls Out New Rules For Upcoming Grammys

By Latoya Collins Sat, June 13 2020, 10:41 PM EST

New changes have been rolled out by the Recording Academy ahead of the 63rd GRAMMYs in 2021, addressing long-awaited revisions to controversial category names, rules, and guidelines.

Dancehall’s Finest Join Bounty Killer In Celebrating His 48th Birthday

By Devi Seitaram Sat, June 13 2020, 04:05 PM EST

Rodney Price, better known as Bounty Killer, celebrated his 48th birthday in style, yesterday surrounded by dancehall’s finest along with his friends and family, despite the pandemic.

Buju Banton’s Daughter Abihail Myrie Gets Vogue Feature In The #VogueChallenge

By Devi Seitaram Sat, June 13 2020, 03:32 PM EST

Buju Banton’s daughter Abihail Myrie has been featured in a Vogue article about the #VogueChallenge which began as a tribute to the Black Lives Matter movement.

Jahvillani Puts Rumors To Bed And Shares Photos With New Baby

By Denieca Daniels Fri, June 12 2020, 10:33 PM EST

Dancehall artiste Jahvillani has shared photos of his newborn baby on Friday (June 12) seemingly confirming speculation that he was a new dad.

Lisa Mercedez Says Vybz Kartel Is Her Man After Split With Stylo G

By Claudine Baugh Fri, June 12 2020, 10:14 PM EST

Dancehall artiste Lisa Mercedez may not be claiming the ‘First Lady of GAZA’ title, but she is certainly declaring that she is Vybz Kartel’s actual girl.