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Foota Hype, Skatta Burrell Weigh In On National Security Minister’s “Shoot To Kill” Comments

Foota Hype and Skatta Burrell have weighed in on recent “shoot to kill” statements attributed to Minister of National Security, Dr. Horace Chang. On Friday, the Jamaica Gleaner had carried…

Bounty Killer Declares Louise Bennett, Merlene Ottey, Grace Jones And Nanny His G.O.A.Ts

A month ahead of National Heritage Week, Bounty Killer has declared folk icon Louise Bennett, National Hero Nanny of the Maroons, singer/actress Grace Jones and sprint legend Merlene Ottey his…

Ganja Game Studio To Release Bob Marley Game With No Ganja

Vancouver-based LBC Studios, which specializes in cannabis-themed games, has created a new game featuring Reggae icon Bob Marley, under license from the Marley family.  However, despite ganja usage being a…

Shenseea Says She’d Work With Drake Despite Rumors: “He’s Pretty Talented”

Jamaican singer Shenseea says she would have no issue collaborating with Canadian rapper Drake, despite the false rumors that they were expecting a child. Speaking with The Shade Room's “Keep…

NotNice Not Excited About Sting 2022, Says New Artists Lack Ability To Clash

Dancehall producer NotNice says he remains unexcited about the return of Sting this December. According to him, he is unimpressed with the new crop of artists who are being touted…

Popcaan And Post Malone Collab In The Pipeline

Popcaan and Post Malone may have a collaboration in the pipeline, according to the White Iverson rapper’s manager Dre London. London, who is of Jamaican heritage and currently promoting his…

Mr. Vegas Seeks Injunction Against VP Records Over Disputed Songs That Earn $35,000 Per Year

Dancehall artist Mr. Vegas has requested preliminary injunctive relief against VP Records over their “continued collection of royalties” for several of his hit songs, which are the subject of a…

Popcaan Earns Platinum Certification In Canada For ‘I Know There’s Gonna Be (Good Times)’

Popcaan has earned his first platinum certification in Canada for I Know There's Gonna Be (Good Times), a song by English music producer Jamie xx which also featured American rapper Young…