Politicians Started Jamaica’s Crime Epidemic, Not Dancehall Music, Says Foota Hype
Foota Hype says the Dancehall fraternity should disregard political leaders who are blaming Dancehall music for Jamaica’s horrific murder rate.
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Producer Donovan Germain To Make Entire Penthouse Catalog Available Online
Come March 7, iconic Reggae/Dancehall music producer Donovan Germain will make his Penthouse Records catalogue featuring pre-internet hits from a galaxy of stars including Marcia Griffiths, Buju Banton, Cutty Ranks, Sanchez, Tiger, Tony Rebel and others, available for purchase in digital form.
The Roots’ Questlove Praises Shaggy’s ‘It Wasn’t Me’ For Bankrolling Promo Of His Album
With its comical one-liner hook anchored by Shaggy’s gruff and charisma, It Wasn’t Me has stood the test of time, proving more meaningful than mere entertainment value.
Sean Paul Explains The Meaning Behind His ‘RRR’ Catchphrase
Sean Paul has proven he has a good ear for multi-platinum bangers, but fans can’t seem to get enough of his catchphrases either.
Spice Shares WCW Throwback Photo With Mya At Reggae Sumfest
It’s #WomenCrushWednesday y’all! Not one to conform with rules though, Dancehall artist Spice shared an awing ‘throwback’ photo of herself with American R&B songbird Mya today on Instagram, a day too early for #ThrowbackThursday, looks like the So Mi Like It deejay just did what she wanted and merged both in one.
Chris Gayle Plans Serious Dancehall Career, Launches ‘Triple Century Records’ Label With New Song
Jamaican cricketer Chris Gayle is planning a serious Dancehall music career with the announcement of a new single and the launch of his ‘Triple Century Records’ label.
Beenie Man Pleads Not Guilty Over Alleged Illegal Party
Dancehall veteran Beenie Man has pleaded not guilty in the St. Elizabeth Parish Court this morning, to charges that he breached the Disaster Risk Management and Noise Abatement Acts in Jamaica.
Nadine Sutherland Pleased With Increased Investment In Female Reggae & Dancehall Artists
Veteran singer Nadine Sutherland has witnessed many changes in the Jamaican music industry over her 41-year career, but she’s most proud of the increased investment in female Reggae and Dancehall artists.
Fantan Mojah Apologizes To Cindy Breakespeare And Marley Clan, But Says He “Nah Bow To Mutabaruka”
Reggae artiste Fantan Mojah has apologized to Cindy Breakespeare, and the Marley clan for inflammatory comments he made earlier this week.
Vanessa Bling Slakes Fans With Syrupy Snippet Of ‘Anything A Anything’
Dancehall starlet Vanessa Bling popped up on social media recently teasing fans with a syrupy snippet of her 2010 feature on Anything A Anything with Vybz Kartel, and her fans went berserk.
Popcaan Reacts To Death Of Ghanaian Dancehall Artist Unruly Grank
Jamaican Dancehall superstar Popcaan has reacted to the stabbing death of rising Ghanaian artist Unruly Grank, aka Soft Metal, allegedly by a fellow Cape Coast artist.
Nesbeth Performs At Show In Philadelphia
Reggae artiste Nesbeth was the sole act at an event dubbed ‘Clothes & Pose’ in a club in Philadelphia over the weekend.
Yanique ‘Curvy Diva’ To Open Restaurant On Valentine’s Day With Parisian Theme
Dancehall artist Yanique ‘Curvy Diva’ Barrett is poised to make her restaurateur debut on Valentine’s day with the official opening of her Dining With Curvy restaurant with a Midnight in Paris Valentine’s day theme.
Audiomack Streams Now Count Toward Billboard Charts
In what can be viewed as a boon for upcoming Jamaican artists, youth-focused music streaming service Audiomack has announced that its streams now count toward the Billboard Charts.
Spice Didn’t Disappoint With Her Late “Buss It” Challenge On New TikTok Account
Although she’s a little late to the game, Queen of Dancehall and Love & Hip-Hop: Atlanta star Spice has taken on TikTok’s infamous #BussItChallenge and as expected knocked it out the park.
Dancehall Artist Alozade Drops New Song After Recovering From Stroke
“God ah God” was the phrase that dancehall artist Alozade used to describe his recovery after he suffered a mild hemorrhagic stroke in August 2020.
Chimney Records Producer Issues “Jugglin Challenge” To Reignite Dancehall’s Riddim Culture
Esteemed Jamaican Dancehall producer Jordan McClure wants to reignite Dancehall's riddim juggling culture.
Mutabaruka Threatens Court Action Against Reggae Singer Fantan Mojah Over Inflammatory Video
A day after Reggae singer Fantan Mojah went on a rampage hurling accusations at Mutabaruka, the iconic dub poet is threatening to take legal action against the Fire King artist.
Fully Bad’s Good Manners Prods Production Of ‘We Nah Smile Again’ Song With Skatta Burrell
The old adage that “good manners will carry you through the world” seems to have paid off, musically speaking, for rising Dancehall artist Fully Bad.
Taraji P. Henson Gives Nod To Shenseea’s ‘Don’t Rush’ Freestyle
It seems Shenseea’s undisputed freestyle on the Don’t Rush riddim is still making the rounds. The freestyle clip has now apparently caught the attention of American actress Taraji P.