Dancehall Queen Carlene Endorses ‘Dancehall Week’ In Jamaica
Dancehall Queen Carlene is endorsing the move to have an official Dancehall Week starting in Reggae Month 2024.
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“We Are More Than Ready,” Attorney Bert Samuels Says Ahead Of Vybz Kartel’s Valentine’s Day Appeal
Dancehall fans mounted fresh concerns over the health of Vybz Kartel as it emerged that his attorneys had won an expedited appeal hearing for the incarcerated Dancehall artist and three other men.
Vybz Kartel’s Privy Council Appeal: Hearing Moved Up To February 2024
An appeal hearing for incarcerated Dancehall artists Vybz Kartel, Shawn Storm, and two other men will take place in the United Kingdom-based Privy Council—Jamaica’s final appellate court—between February 14 and 15, 2024.
Masicka On His Influences And Pursuit Of Dancehall Greatness
Dancehall artist Masicka has set a ten-year goal for himself: to become one of the greatest artists in the genre.
Dancehall Artist Shokryme Rebrands To Seysoh
When it comes to rebrands, Dancehall artist Shokryme subscribes to the book of playwright William Shakespeare, who famously wrote: “a rose by any other name would smell as sweet”.
Admiral Tibet Speaks On His First New Album In Two Decades
Veteran singer Admiral Tibet offered insights into his forthcoming album—his first in more than two decades—and has expressed concern over the quality of lyrical content from current Dancehall artists.
Good Vibes, Ganja And Grooves At Peter Tosh’s 79th Birthday Celebrations In Westmoreland
Peter Tosh’s 79th birthday celebrations in his native Belmont, Westmoreland proved to be an event befitting of the Legalize It legend.
Rihanna Reportedly Planning Comeback World Tour With New Music
Following an almost eight-year hiatus, Bajan superstar Rihanna is reportedly expected to make a huge musical comeback with “two albums worth of material” and a world tour after recently signing a $32 million deal with Live Nation.
Inner Circle, Third World Among Guests For Tribute Concert To Late Ibo Cooper
Members of the Grammy-winning Reggae bands, Inner Circle and Third World are among the guests scheduled to appear at a special Reggae Wednesday’s tribute concert at Jamaica College’s Karl Hendrickson auditorium on October 25.
Popcaan Cancels London Show Due To ‘Incompetent’ Former Unruly Team Member
Dancehall star Popcaan has announced the “unavoidable cancellation” of his concert at the O2 Arena in London due to what his management has described as the ‘incompetence and negligence’ of a “former” Unruly team member.
Wayne Marshall Claps Back At Mr. Vegas’ Criticism Of His National Award With Hilarious TikTok
Wayne Marshall has some words for Mr. Vegas after the latter questioned his recent Order of Distinction conferment and suggested that other Dancehall artists, like Beenie Man and Bounty Killer, were more deserving of the National Honour.
Romain Virgo Talks UK Tour, Supporting Female Artists, And Learning From Beres Hammond, Capleton And Buju Banton
Romain Virgo is undoubtedly one of Jamaica’s finest vocalists and live performers, but even 16 years later, he never rests in the comfort of his stature.
Judge Concerned Steely & Clevie’s Massive ‘Dem Bow’ Suit Could “Stifle” Reggae, Reggaetón, And Hip-Hop
Haitian-American Judge André Birotte Jr., who revealed on Friday that he worked as a party DJ while in college, has questions about whether Steely & Clevie Productions Ltd’s massive copyright infringement lawsuit could hamper creativity in not just Reggaetón, but also Reggae, Hip-Hop and other genres.
Bounty Killer, Bling Dawg, Busy Signal, And Popeye Caution For Creative Titans Launch In Guyana
Starting November 4, a live performance series will commence in Georgetown, Guyana, to launch Creative Titans GY—a subsidiary of Creative Titans Music, Inc.
Mr. Vegas Says Bounty Killer Should Have Received Order Of Distinction Before Wayne Marshall
Dancehall artist Mr. Vegas believes there’s a line of entertainers who should have received a national honor before Wayne Marshall, like Bounty Killer, who headed The Alliance clique of which Marshall formed part.
“The Problem With Popcaan,” According To Vershon
Dancehall artist Vershon has explained why he and Popcaan are no longer in cahoots, echoing what some other former associates of the Unruly Boss have implied before.
Producer Seanizzle Thanks Beenie Man For Kickstarting Career With ‘Reverse Di Ting’
Dancehall producer Sean ‘Seanizzle‘ Reid has expressed gratitude to Beenie Man for giving him a start in his career when he was only a teenager.
Bounty Killer Returns To UK After 15 Years
After 15 years, Dancehall artist Bounty Killer finally touched down on UK soil! The 5-star general, who was obviously over the moon about the occasion, shared a few clips to social media to celebrate.
I Wayne, Bushman, Fantan Mojah, And More For Two-Day Event Celebrating Peter Tosh’s 79th Birthday
The community of Belmont in Westmoreland is gearing up for the two-night Reggae concert series in celebration of the 79th birthday of Reggae legend Peter Tosh this Friday, October 20, and Saturday, October 21.
UWI Professor Joins Calls For Beenie Man, Bounty Killer To Be Awarded Order Of Distinction
Professor of Culture, Gender and Society at the University of the West Indies Professor Donna P.