Byron Messia’s ‘Talibans’ Debuts On Billboard Rap Airplay Chart
Byron Messia’s Talibans has made its first entry on the Billboard Rap Airplay chart at No.
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Teejay Slams Producer DJ Mac Over Ownership Of Hit Song ‘Drift’
Drama is brewing around Teejay’s summer anthem, Drift. Though Jason ‘DJ Mac‘ McDowell is credited as the producer for the infectious track, the ‘Uptop Boss’ says the actual instrumentalist and producer is his Solid Agency mate, Panda.
Tommy Lee Sparta Announces ‘The Freedom Tour,’ Set For Africa And Europe
Dancehall star Tommy Lee Sparta has announced his first tour since his release from prison earlier this year.
Busy Signal Talks Covers And Remixes, Says ‘Jamaica Love’ Is The Country’s Unofficial Anthem
Dancehall star Busy Signal, known for original hits like Stay So, Dolla Van, and Come Over (Missing You), is also noted for infusing new energy into both classic and contemporary songs.
Shenseea Says Upcoming Album Will Introduce Her New Sound
Shenseea’s sophomore album will arrive before September, according to the Jamaican songstress, but be prepared to hear a whole new sound.
Anthony B Says Jamaica’s Leaders Have Failed To Leverage Reggae For Tourism, Unlike St. Kitts
Fire Pon Rome singer Anthony B has lamented what he says is the failure of the leaders of Jamaica to utilize Reggae music as a catalyst for tourism growth.
Byron Messia’s ‘Talibans’ Spends Six Weeks On UK Singles Chart
Byron Messia’s Talibans has now spent a total of six weeks on the UK Singles chart, and two weeks on the Billboard R&B/Hip Hop Airplay chart, solidifying what has been an impressive run by the Ztekk Records-produced track, which was released five months ago.
MECA Nightclub Clears Itself From Jahshii Shooting Incident
Whirlwind Entertainment, operator of popular Kingston nightclub MECA, is absolving itself from the shooting incident involving Dancehall artist Jahshii on Friday morning.
“We Play More Drake Songs In Jamaica Than We Play Our Own Music,” Says Anthony B
World A Reggae Music singer Anthony B has cautioned that Jamaica’s seeming penchant for elevating foreign music over that of its own Reggae artists can ultimately result in the decimation of the culture.
No Doubt, Lady Saw’s ‘Underneath It All’ Certified Platinum In The US
No Doubt, Lady Saw, and Sly & Robbie‘s 2001 collab, Underneath It All, is now certified Platinum in the United States.
Babsy Grange Pleased At “Quality Submissions” For Jamaica Festival Song Competition This Year
Unlike in 2022, when she expressed dismay at the sub-par quality of the submissions for the Jamaica Festival Song competition, Minister of Culture and Entertainment Minister Olivia Grange is pleased at what she says is the “strong response” this year.
Teejay Named FLOW Summa Campaign Brand Ambassador
Dancehall artist TeeJay has been announced as the FLOW Summa Campaign Brand Ambassador. The news broke earlier today, as the telecommunications agency launched the promotion with a party in Kingston.
Mr. Lexx Says He Was Accused Of Trying To Be A Foreign Artist: ‘I Was Way Ahead of My Time’
Long before some new-gen acts were being accused of pandering to Americans by adjusting their sound and style, Mr.
Jahshii Pickup Riddled With Bullets, Six Entourage Members Shot
The St. Andrew Central police have confirmed that a pickup owned by Dancehall artist Jahshii was attacked by armed men on Friday morning.
First Trailer For ‘Bob Marley: One Love’ Unveiled: Watch
The first trailer for Paramount Pictures’ highly anticipated Bob Marley biopic, Bob Marley: One Love, has been released.
Babsy Grange To Valiant: “You Have An Awesome Responsibility”
As suggested by her boss, Prime Minister Andrew Holness and former Cabinet Member Karl Samuda, Entertainment Minister Olivia “Babsy” Grange appears to have been using “gentle persuasion” and her “charm and skills” in an attempt to steer her “nephew” Valiant away from recording unwholesome songs.
Skillibeng To Join Drake On ‘IAAB’ Tour In Chicago
Esyde deejay Skillibeng will be joining Drake, as the rapper kicks off his ‘It’s All A Blur’ (IAAB) tour on July 5-6 in Chicago.
Buju Banton Talks New Album ‘Born For Greatness’
Reggae and Dancehall star Buju Banton is preparing to release his 12th studio album – Born For Greatness.
Dexta Daps Thanks Davido After They Shared The Stage In Washington DC
Nigerian singer Davido launched his North American summer ‘Timeless Tour’ in Washington, DC on Saturday (July 1) and brought Dexta Daps on stage for a special guest appearance.
Shenseea Defends Portrayal Of Same-Sex Relationships In Her Music
Shenseea has fired back at critics who disapprove of her representation of same-sex relationships in her music and music videos.