Throwback Thursday: Spice’s ‘Jim Screechie’
“Tip pon yuh toe and meet me ‘round a di back…” And just like that, you have unlocked the memory of Spice’s adulterous 2010 hit, Jim Screechie, the focus of this week’s #ThrowbackThursday spotlight.
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Skillibeng Shares BTS Photos With Nardo Wick Ahead Of New Collab
Skillibeng and American rapper Nardo Wick are prepping the music video for their upcoming collaboration. The two artists were spotted in several BTS photos on Instagram on Tuesday (January 24) among a camera crew, props, and a few video vixens who will apparently appear in the upcoming visuals.
Grounation 2023 To Examine ‘Jamaica 60’ Through Musical Lens
Grounation, a staple of the reggae and black history month celebrations, returns face-to-face for its 11th staging in February under the theme Sounds and Society: 60 Years of Music, Political Activism and Social Change.
Sizzla Announces New Album, 13 Show Tour of Japan
Reggae/Dancehall superstar Sizzla Kalonji has announced that he will be releasing a new album, and undertaking a 13-show tour of Japan.
Squash Associate ‘JMan’ Appointed Public Defender In Florida Double Murder
Murder accused Jahreme ‘JMan’ Shelton, a producer who is a known associate of Dancehall artist Squash, has been appointed a public defender Ana Paulina Guevara, in the Law Office of the Public Defender in Fort Lauderdale, Florida in his upcoming double homicide case.
Topmann’s Manager Arrested For Illegal Possession Of Firearm
Ricardo Downer, a businessman, who is also the manager of Dancehall artist Topmann, will return to court in March to face charges of illegal possession of a firearm and ammunition.
Sasique Signs With Payday Records After ‘Kute & Neat’ Goes Viral On TikTok
Dancehall singjay Sasique is on cloud nine after signing a deal with Payday Records for her 2019 single Kute & Neat, and has revealed that she’s already submitting tracks to the label for the eventual release of an EP or album under the deal.
Bob Marley & The Wailers ‘Stir It Up’ With Sarkodie, And 13 More New Songs
Beenie Man, Sean Paul, Dexta Daps and Valiant are among the artists to drop new music and videos recently, much to the delight of their fans.
Koffee Makes Her Debut On Three Billboard Charts
Koffee has made her debut on three new Billboard charts thanks to Gimme, a Dancehall collaboration by English singer Sam Smith, which featured the Jamaican singer and Canadian singer Jesse Reyez.
Usain Bolt Draws For Bounty Killer Lyrics, Warns Of PR Distractions In SSL Saga
Drawing for Bounty Killer lyrics, sprint legend Usain Bolt seems to have said all he needed to amidst the ongoing multibillion-dollar fraud debacle with Stocks and Securities Limited (SSL).
Popcaan Celebrates ‘Great Is He’ Album At Listening Party In Kingston
Flanked by a sizeable entourage, including rumored girlfriend and collaborator Toni-Ann Singh, Dancehall star Popcaan arrived at 9PM for the listening party for his new album, Great Is He, which was held on Monday (January 23) in Kingston, Jamaica.
Queen Ifrica Addresses “Dutty” Sam Smith During Performance At Rebel Salute 2023
Reggae singer Queen Ifrica had a few choice words for English singer Sam Smith during her set at Rebel Salute 2023 over the weekend.
Vogue Vouches For Valiant As Musician To Watch In 2023
Iconic fashion magazine Vogue has listed 1Diplomats artist Valiant as one of “The 9 Musicians Set to Take Over in 2023,” with which its readers should familiarize themselves.
Valiant Not Bothered By Love-Hate Towards His Lyrical Content
Following criticism from some Instagram commenters over the weekend, about his lyrical content and flows, the Dunce Cheque artist Valiant has indicated that he is unbothered, as a love-hate relationship has always been part of the musical game.
Chiney KiKi, Lutan Fyah Demand ‘Justice’
The impassioned wails of Chiney KiKi and Lutan Fyah demanding equity for people of color permeate their collaboration Justice, which debuted on January 7.
Popcaan’s International Collabs: Every Song Ranked From Worst To Best
We’ve dug up all of Dancehall artist Popcaan’s international collaborations and ranked them from worst to best.
Gage Questions Dancehall In New Song ‘Wha Gwaan’
‘Wha Gwaan’, a new track released by Dancehall artist Gage on Tuesday, is a gutsy interrogation of the state of Dancehall, presented as an insightful piece of art rooted in reflection, reverence, and a bit of tough love.
Gage Weighs In On Usain Bolts’ Stolen Money With New Song ‘SSL’
As controversy continues to swirl around the Stocks and Securities Limited (SSL), the investment firm now at the center of a massive fraud investigation involving over a billion dollars, Dancehall entertainers have begun to weigh in on the scandal, adding their ‘two cents’ to a lively debate.
Yaksta Asks Jamaican Gov’t For Patience, More Support For New Dancehall Artists
Reggae/Dancehall artist Yaksta made a name for himself by preaching consciousness with his hit song Ambition.
Christopher Martin Tells Usain Bolt That Jah Will Restore Lost US$12 Million
Usain Bolt’s close friend, Reggae/Dancehall singer Christopher Martin, has proclaimed to the track icon that the Almighty will ensure that the US$12 million that has been embezzled from him, by operatives within brokerage firm Stocks and Securities, is returned.