Burna Boy Wows Jamaica Despite Technical Difficulties
Nigeria’s Burna Boy wowed Jamaican fans at the National Stadium in St. Andrew early Monday morning despite the technical difficulties with audio that plagued the show.
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Jason-X-Turn Says He Got No Credit For Writing Lisa Mercedez’s Verse On Nicki Minaj’s ‘Fine Nine Remix’
Dancehall artist Jason-X-Turn wants credit and recognition for UK artist Lisa Mercedez’s verse on Nicki Minaj and Skeng’s Likkle Miss (The Fine Nine Remix) which featured several other Caribbean female artists.
Buju Banton’s ‘Ganja Santa Claus’ Clothing Drop Irks Foota Hype
After declaring that he would take aim at any Rastafarian he saw promoting Christmas and Santa Claus this year, Foota Hype is now scrutinizing Buju Banton, after being informed that the Til Shiloh artist was selling Ganja Santa clothing on his online store.
First Look: Kingsley Ben-Adir As Bob Marley On Set Of Reggae Legend’s Biopic — See Photos
Filming of the Paramount Pictures’ Bob Marley biopic has begun in London, and the Daily Mail has shared the first snapshots of British actor Kingsley Ben Adir on set, and described him as “transformed into the late Jamaican musician with a 70s inspired costume.”
Shenseea Shows Off Her Ball Juggling Skills
Shenseea might be renowned for her vocals, and perhaps even her culinary skills. But, the 26-year-old Run Run singer has introduced the world to her athletic side.
Damian Marley’s ‘Welcome To Jamrock’ Single Certifed Gold In The UK
Damian ‘Jr. Gong’ Marley’s Welcome To Jamrock, the single from his 2005 album of the same name, is now certified Gold in the United Kingdom.
Shabba Ranks Says Dancehall Producers Avoid Him Because He Wants Ownership Of Masters For Any New Music
Dancehall icon Shabba Ranks says he has been avoided by numerous Dancehall producers and labels, due to his stance that he will have to be paid, as well as be the owner of his masters for any forthcoming music.
Sean Paul’s ‘Dutty Rock’ Album Certified Triple Platinum In The US
Sean Paul‘s Grammy Award-winning sophomore album Dutty Rock has been certified triple platinum in the United States.
Shabba Ranks Expresses Concerns About Reggae, Dancehall “Imitators And Duplicators”
Shabba Ranks had a lot to say about the state of affairs of Jamaican Dancehall and Reggae, pointing out, among other things, that the time for unity was long overdue as the music was being expropriated by “imitators and duplicators” from elsewhere.
Jah Cure To Release ‘Undeniable’ Album From Behind Prison Walls
Reggae singer Jah Cure will be releasing his ninth studio album from behind prison walls next February via VP Records.
Shaggy On How He’s Helping To Change Dancehall’s Numbers, And Still Being The Underdog — 40 Million Record Sales Later
A 1993 trip to Brazil opened Shaggy’s eyes to how big Reggae could be. Maxi Priest had invited the then-rising artist to join him onstage at Rock in Rio, a major music festival which that year featured acts like Nirvana, Aerosmith, and Simply Red on the line-up.
Shabba Ranks Orders Veterans To Leave Younger Dancehall Artists Alone
Grammy Award winner Shabba Ranks has issued a warning to veteran artists whom he says are treating their younger counterparts with disdain, over their lyrical content.
Sister Nancy Celebrates 40 Years Of ‘Bam Bam’ With Limited-Edition Skateboard
Dancehall icon Sister Nancy has partnered with Caribbean lifestyle brand LargeUp to release a limited-edition skateboard deck celebrating the 40th anniversary of her iconic 1982 single Bam Bam.
Vybz Kartel’s Fiancé Sidem Oztürk Shares Photos Chilling At His Home In Jamaica
Since officially moving to Jamaica last summer, Sidem Oztürk, the fiancé of Vybz Kartel seems to be enjoying life at her new home.
Lashana Lynch Preps For Rita Marley Role In Upcoming Bob Marley Biopic
Lashana Lynch – the 35-year-old British actress slated to play Rita Marley in Paramount Pictures’ highly anticipated Bob Marley biopic – recently gave fans a peak behind the curtains of her preparation for the upcoming iconic role.
Cardi B, Offset Celebrate His 31st Birthday In Jamaica
Cardi B and hubby Offset have taken on a few days of ‘fun in the sun’ in Jamaica this week.
Stefflon Don Celebrates 31st Birthday In Fine Style
British Jamaican rapper Stefflon Don rang in her 31st birthday in pure romance and luxury. The Clockwork artist took to Instagram this morning to show off what appears to be a hotel room covered in rose petals, bouquets and luxury gifts from Chanel.
Droop Lion “Mentally Prepared” For Year-End Sting Concert
Rastafarian artist Droop Lion knows firsthand the unpredictability of the year-end Sting concert that has bedeviled unwitting dancehall-reggae artists for decades.
Dovey Magnum Ready To Deliver A “Sexylicious” Set At Sting
Dancehall star Dovey Magnum grew up re-living the infamous Sting moments with her peers in her school and community.
Juror Livingston Cain Found Guilty Of Perverting Course Of Justice In Vybz Kartel Murder Trial
Livingston Cain, the juror in the Vybz Kartel murder trial who allegedly offered the jury foreman $500,000 to get a not-guilty verdict in the 2014 case, was today found guilty of perverting the course of justice.