Popcaan, 10Tik Trade Shots Over Use Of “Bad Words” At Kids’ Event
Popcaan and 10Tik appear to have traded subliminal shots on social media following their appearance at the Unruly Boss’ back-to-school event last month.
News
The latest dancehall news, pop culture and stories.
Tanya Stephens Says Marcia Griffiths Is Only Living Legend Jamaicans Won’t Disrespect
In a music culture that sometimes disregards the contributions of its founders, Tanya Stephens believes there’s only one veteran spared from the hot and cold adoration of fans: Marcia Griffiths.
John Holt’s ‘Police In Helicopter’ Turns 40
VP/Greensleeves Records is celebrating the 40th anniversary of John Holt’s iconic Police in Helicopter LP by sharing a rare 1983 12-inch single mix – informally known as the ‘Sirens Mix’ – to streaming, and previously unreleased photos from the cover shoot by Tim O’Sullivan.
Patoranking Recruits Popcaan, Beenie Man For New Album
Nigerian star Patoranking has recruited Jamaica’s very own Popcaan and Beenie Man as well as Ludacris, Diamond Platnumz, Kizz Daniel, Victony, Gyakie and Zion Foster for his fourth studio album, World Best, released today (September 6, 2023).
Spice Insists She Said “Nothing Bad” About Erica Mena’s Son
Spice took to Instagram on Tuesday, insisting that she said nothing “bad’ about Erica Mena’s son and challenging her critics to specify what, exactly, she had said that was objectionable.
Flippa Mafia Says Corporate Jamaica Snubbed Him When He Wanted Character References Before Sentencing
Having spent the majority of his career giving back in cash and kind, Dancehall deejay Flippa Mafia was disappointed that corporate brands cut him off after he was found guilty of operating an international drug trafficking and money-laundering ring in 2016.
Nigerian Artist Ruger Taps Stefflon Don, Govana And Projexx For ‘RU The World’ Album
Jamaican artists Stefflon Don, Govana and Projexx all made an appearance on Nigerian Afrobeats star Ruger’s Ru The World album, released last Friday.
Shenseea Says She Attended Beyoncé’s Renaissance Concert To Be “Inspired”
Jamaican singer Shenseea says that she attended Beyoncé’s Renaissance Concert Tour in Inglewood, California over the weekend not just as a fan, but also as an artist seeking inspiration.
Stage Set For Arguments In Steely & Clevie’s Copyright Lawsuit Against Bad Bunny And Other Reggaetón Stars
The legal battle between Reggae/Dancehall production company Steely & Clevie and almost all major Reggaetón artists is poised to roll into a California courtroom this month.
Honorebel Talks Friendship With Pitbull, New Album ‘444’
In the competitive world of music, building relationships is vital for success. Reggae artiste Honorebel owes his success to networking and treasuring connections with the right people, affording him lucrative opportunities in areas such as music production, music publishing, and record label deals.
Derrick Morgan’s Sons Question Queen Ifrica’s Rape Allegations: “Something Is Going On With Her That Is Weird”
Legendary “King of Ska” singer Derrick Morgan and his sons have consulted an attorney at law Christopher Townsend in Jamaica, as they position the family to pursue legal action against his daughter Ventrice Latoya Morgan, better known as Queen Ifrica, who has accused the Tougher than Tough singer of rape.
Erica Mena Booted From LHHATL After Calling Spice A “Blue Monkey”
Love & Hip-Hot: Atlanta star Erica Mena has been given the boot. She will appear in the last three episodes of season 11, but will not return for the next season of the VH1 show. This
Jimmy Buffett Is Dead At 76
Singer-songwriter Jimmy Buffett, known for the easygoing song “Margaritaville” and an infamous run-in with local Jamaican police authorities who shot up his seaplane, has died.
Popcaan Says He Spent J$8 Million On ‘Off To School’ Treat In St. Thomas
Dancehall artist Popcaan says he racked up a J$8 million (approximately $US 51,000) bill for his annual ‘Off To School’ treat in his hometown of St.
Tony Rebel Originally Wrote ‘Lioness On The Rise’ For Marcia Griffiths, Queen Ifrica Reveals
Queen Ifrica has revealed that Tony Rebel had originally written her hit Lioness On The Rise for his Penthouse Records stablemate and Queen of Reggae, Marcia Griffiths.
Bob Marley And The Wailers’ ‘Waiting In Vain’ Certified Gold In The UK
Bob Marley and The Wailers’ 1977 song, Waiting In Vain, is now certified Gold in the UK, the British Phonographic Industry (BPI) announced on Friday (September 1).
Kranium’s ‘Gal Policy’ Certified Silver In The UK
Kranium‘s Gal Policy is now certified Silver in the United Kingdom, three years after its release. According to the British Phonographic Industry (BPI), the song was issued a BRIT Certified Silver award today (September 1) after it sold over 200,000 units in the UK, as measured by The Official Charts Company.
The First-Ever Annual Caribbean Music Awards: What You Missed And Full Winners List
The first annual Caribbean Music Awards was held on Thursday at King’s Theatre in Flatbush, Brooklyn, the neighborhood known as New York’s “Little Caribbean.”
Bounty Killer To Headline JLP’s Matthew Samuda’s Birthday Bash In Ocho Rios
Bounty Killer will headline Saturday night’s birthday bash for Senator Matthew Samuda, co-founder of Dream Weekend, aspirant for the North East St.
Mr. Vegas Says Vybz Kartel, Lady Saw Are Only Jamaican Artists That Can Sell Out National Stadium
Fresh off R&B singer Chris Brown’s crowd-flocking concert at the National Stadium on Sunday, Dancehall artist Mr. Vegas has been thinking about Jamaican acts who could independently fill out the venue. His top picks: Minister Marion Hall, reverting to Lady Saw, and Vybz Kartel if he’s released from prison.