Bob Marley Rules Billboard’s 2021 Year-End Reggae Charts
Just as he predicted over 40 years ago in the opening lines of Bad Card, Bob Marley won’t be kept out of the race—anytime soon—as his music continues to endure.
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Insta Boss’ Mother Happy Killer Cop Brought To Justice
The family of Dancehall artist Kriston ‘Insta Boss’ Pearson, who was gunned down by a policeman’s bullet at Sorrow Lawn in Trinity, St Mary in 2017, remains devastated by his loss, even as his killer has been brought to justice.
Afrobeats Star Joeboy Says He Drew On Dancehall For Viral Hit ‘Sip’
Nigerian Afrobeats artist Joeboy has revealed that he drew for Dancehall and Reggae music for inspiration when he penned his hit song Sip (Alcohol).
VP Records Responds To Shaggy: ‘We Invested Substantially In Spice’s Album’
VP Records has seemingly responded to recent comments made by Shaggy, who suggested that, for business reasons, the NY-based company did not go above and beyond for the Queen of Dancehall Spice‘s debut album 10.
Bob Marley: A National Hero’s Hero
“Bob Marley is my HERO #thatisall,” Rihanna tweeted one afternoon back in 2012. Now a National Hero herself, the Rude Boy singer-turned-Billionaire CEO has long claimed the late Reggae King as a creative influence, and while their careers span different eras, their larger-than-life ethos far exceeds studio efforts—each is undeniably a global brand with an innate sense of cool, confidence and style.
Bunny Wailer’s 13 Children Asked To Do DNA Paternity Test ‘To Benefit From Father’s Will’
Donna Livingston-Carridice, the sister of the late Bunny Wailer, is appealing to the Reggae legend’s 13 children to get themselves DNA tested to establish paternity and ‘access the benefits set out in their father’s will.’
“Afro Queen To Glam Queen,” Davina Bennett Shows Off Her ‘Versatility’ In Little Black Dress
The former Miss Jamaica Universe Davina Bennett, who executed an excellent presentation of herself and of her culture onstage at Miss UniversE in Las Vegas in 2017, has ditched her usual “Afro Queen” hairstyle for a “Glam Queen” look with a Marilyn Monroe-inspired pin curl hairstyle.
Spice Shades Foota: “Weak Men Don’t Like Strong Women”
Spice and popular selector Foota Hype continue to go tit for tat on social media with the now Grammy-nominated Queen of Dancehall sharing a shady Instagram post yesterday touting her beauty and success.
Denyque Says Father Briefly Stopped Talking Her To Over Dancehall Career
Jamaican singer Denyque revealed that her father had stopped talking to her for a whole four years after she got up the courage to tell him school wasn’t her thing.
Ding Dong, Safaree Turn Up The Vibes In Video For ‘New Dip’: Watch
The dance maestro Ding Dong is back with a new Dancehall party tune, this time with two accomplices, American rapper Safaree and dancer sensation Pata Skeng.
Masicka Shares Tracklist For Debut Album, ‘438’
Dancehall deejay Masicka has finally released the tracklist for his highly anticipated album, 438, which is slated for release this Friday, December 3, just a day shy of his 28th birthday.
Vybz Kartel’s Lawyer Optimistic About Privy Council Appeal After Results Of Evidence Tampering Probe
Vybz Kartel‘s attorney Isat Buchanan is optimistic that the UK Privy Council may rule in favor of his client, following an investigation done by digital forensic experts into the Blackberry Torch cellphone that was at the center of the Dancehall artist’s trial for the murder of Clive ‘Lizard’ Williams.
Koffee Says She Would Like To Remix One Of Bob Marley’s Iconic Songs
Reggae sensation Koffee recently spoke highly of Bob Marley as she shared a few takeaways from observing the Reggae legend’s career, as well as the song that has inspired one of her ultimate career goals—a remix of one of Bob’s iconic tracks.
Teshae Star Releases Another Single ‘Try Again’
Emerging singer Teshae Star, who won the hearts of many when she teamed up with Romain Virgo for the Dutty Man remix, is hoping to spread positivity with her latest track Try Again.
Anthony Red Rose Teams Up With Other Veterans For New Album
After releasing an album with other veteran reggae artists, Anthony Red Rose says the project has come at a time where reggae lovers all over the world were yearning for fresh music.
More Donations Needed To Reach Tiger’s Medical Bill Target
Reggae singer Anthony Malvo, who is also a close friend of ailing dancehall deejay Tiger, says there’s still a way to go to reach the $US8,000 target to cover his medical bills.
Vybz Kartel’s Lawyer Isat Buchanan Lashes Holness On ‘Death Penalty For Illegal Guns’
Prominent attorney and chairman of PNP’s Human Rights Commission Isat Buchanan has criticized Prime Minister Andrew Holness for making comments he knew would get a favourable response from the public, rather than some that were practical.
Govana Hit With Half Million-Dollar Water Bill
Dancehall star Govana is used to breaking the internet with his dynamic lyrics, however, this time around, it was his National Water Commission (NWC) bill for a whopping $540,078.61 (approximately US$3,473) which sent tongues wagging.
Senior Tiktokker Makes Alkaline’s ‘Juggernaut’ Viral Again
A video of a senior Tiktokker, maddiemichelle1, deejaying along to Alkaline’s 2018 single Juggernaut has gone viral, racking up more than 1.5 million views in just four days.
Shaggy Making Christmas Albums For The Culture
With 12 studio albums, including the collaborative, Grammy Award-winning 44/876 with Sting, Shaggy is one of the most diverse artists in the world.