Vybz Kartel is in good spirits and hopeful in his first exclusive TV interview in a decade. Since his incarceration, dancehall mogul Vybz Kartel has not been heard from outside of his music. In his first interview in ten years, the deejay is opening up to Fox 5 NY’s Lisa Evers about life in prison, his health, and his legal woes. Vybz Kartel was convicted for the murder of Clive “Lizard” Williams ... »
The Covid-19 virus is very real and very dangerous. These are the words of dancehall music producer Skatta Burrell who recently chimed in on a debate about the fact that many people seem to think that the virus is made up. He used his own experience with it to assure those who are still in doubt about the devastating effects of the virus on some people who have contracted it. His comment was in re... »
The dancehall deejay says she has been indoors since the Covid-19 pandemic started because she is asthmatic and at risk of complications should she contract the virus. As such, Ce’Cile says she has ensured that she is vaccinated because it could be her best chance of fighting the virus. The artiste’s post comes following the announcement by the Jamaican government on Wednesday that twenty-two case... »
Freddie McGregor gets his own day in Hartford, Connecticut. One of the stalwarts of reggae, Freddie McGregor has been honored with a day in his name. The city of Hartford, Connecticut officially made August 14, Freddie McGregor Day. It’s the latest in a long list of accolades that the respected singer can claim in his 50 years of untiring service to building reggae. He was bestowed with the honor ... »
Even though the Women’s Olympic 100 meter final was a thrilling race, the best expo of the fastest women in the world is yet to come as the Eugene Diamond League sets to tell a long-lasting tale, with some of the most speed blistering females to ever grace the track The showdown is set to take place on August 21 and will see the likes of Sha’Carrie Richardson returning to the track after she was g... »
Popular Dancehall selector Foota Hype is not backing down from Reggae veteran Sizzla Kalonji and goes to the extent to say that he is well connected and fears no one. According to Hype who spoke on his Instagram live about the matters troubling him, the issue spurred from another IG live he did addressing his concerns about the Rastafarian girl whose locks were allegedly cut by the Police. In that... »
DJ Kool Herc along with several hip hop legends marked the 48th anniversary of the founding of hip hop. August 11th, 2020, marks the birthday of one of the few genres known and celebrated across the globe. On this day in 1973, Hip-Hop was born. It would go on to influence and create an entire culture and a different way of thinking that resonated with fans from around the world. Hip-Hop began as a... »
As reported by the Jamaica Observer, Prime Minister Dr Ralph Gonsalves of Caribbean island St Vincent was hospitalized today after he was struck in the head with a stone during a protest outside of the parliament located in Kingstown, the capital of the island. “His head is bleeding.. somebody just buss the prime minister head with a stone” shouts a TV reporter as he watched the chaos unfolds. The... »
“Racial profiling is real”, says Spice after she posted a video on her Instagram account showing an altercation between her and some officers in the US. The video has fans of the Dancehall Queen wondering if the footage is a music video, to the extent of how real it gets. Spice can be seen in the video talking to one of the officers, telling him that she was not driving fast however the Policeman ... »
R&B singer Rihanna has now improved on her previous financial status, by now officially becoming a billionaire. The news was announced by Forbes who announced the entertainer’s riches to value approximately $1.7 billion. Rihanna is well known for her Fenty Beauty, and Savage X Fenty lines that have been doing quite well for her. In a breakdown, Forbes explained that $1.4 Billion of her wealth ... »
The Gold Cup final was played at the Allegiant stadium in Las Vegas, resulting in a win for the United States Men’s National Team over Mexico. That was not the only highlight, however, as Jamaican dancehall artiste Charly Black performed his heart out for thousands of patrons who attended the after show. The “Party Animal” singer posted his accomplishment on his Instagram page, and many of his fan... »
According to the JCF, a team is currently investigating the facts surrounding the matter of allegations that a young woman, 19 years old was trimmed by the police after she was taken into the station. The mother of the young female outlines that it was a fellow female who cut her daughter’s locks while she was in lockup. According to the young lady, she was on her way from school one day in a taxi... »
Jamaican female sprinter, Elaine Thompson-Herah managed to complete the sprint double moments ago, taking gold in both events at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics. Elaine led the race off the bend going into the final 100m of the race with Shelly-Ann right behind her at that point, Elaine continued to push herself gaining a lead of about 3-4 metres. She managed to finish the race in an impressive 21.53sec. ... »
Elaine Thompson-Herah who was the favourite and the defending Olympic 100m and 200m champion did not disappoint as she ran to an Olympic record of 10.61sec. It was a clean sweep for the Jamaican as Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce and Sherika Jackson finished the race in second and third place, respectively. Shelly-Ann had a great start but Thompson-Herah powered pass her about mid way the race while Sheri... »
The actor who is popularly known as Mr. Handsome or Girlie, whose given name is Lacell Parnell is haunted still by his conviction for multiple sexual offences that took place in the USA in 2009. The 51-year-old was found guilty of sexual abuse, forcibly touching and aggravated harassment. He was unsuccessful when he appealed the conviction. Lacell who was later deported to Jamaica is now saying he... »
After over 10 years away from the United Kingdom, Beenie Man has made his return and maintains that he was never prohibited from entering the country, despite years of speculations. The “Girls Dem Sugar” artiste arrived on British soil almost two weeks ago and is set to touch the stage later this month. In an interview with Zeze Mills, Beenie Man, born Moses Davis, cleared the air of the prolonged... »
Recently, there has been an upward trend in active Covid-19 cases, which many are referring to as a new wave in the spread of the virus. As a counteractive strategy, Prime Minister Andrew Holness has again implemented measures that he thinks will effectively slow the sudden boost in the outbreak. He recently announced at a press conference, where he spoke about the upwards trend, that it’s now bec... »
Tony Matterhorn could lose his firearm license following a seizure of his gun by Jamaica’s Firearms Licensing Authority (FLA). The decades-long feud between veteran sound system selector Tony Matterhorn and dancehall legend Bounty Killer has escalated once again. The disc jockey, who is also a dancehall artist, is being investigated by Jamaica’s Firearms Licensing Authority (FLA) after branding a ... »
Vybz Kartel’s former manager, Rohan Butler, is speaking out for the first time in 15 years. Over the past two decades, Vybz Kartel has managed to cement himself as one of the greatest acts in dancehall music. His rise rivaled the likes of Bounty Killer, Beenie Man, Shabba Ranks, among others, as the most influential and commercially successful acts. His rise to fame has been a combination of trial... »
The artiste shared on Thursday night that he had recently gotten baptized as he begins his spiritual path. Da’Ville was among the biggest artists in the 2000- 2010 decade for his hits like “Always on my mind,” “This time I promise,” “In Heaven,” and “All My Life” with Marcia Griffiths. He has been absent on the scene for a while now, but the artiste has been making strides in his personal life, as... »
Digital expert flown in from the UK proved that evidence was tampered with and fake phone messages could cause the case of Vybz Kartel to be thrown out when it’s taken to the Privy Council in London, in a high stakes appeal. The attorney believes the Privy Council will conclude that the case cannot stand, justice will prevail and Vybz Kartel and his co-accused will be free by next year. In an excl... »
The newest known high achiever coming out of Jamaica is Brandon Gurrell who has just graduated from Kettering University, in Michigan and is giving thanks for the opportunities he got that placed him where he now is. The young man’s adventure started at Campion College where he explained to the Jamaica Star that initially brought the story, that he was just an average student, as most students at ... »
Jamaican Legend Bob Marley’s apartment in London is going for £1.65 million. The four-bedroom apartment is located in Bloomsbury, Ridgmount Garden where Bob Marley once lived in 1972. Where he launched his musical career outside of his homeland Jamaica. Bob Marley together with his band, the wailers, were first invited by Johnny Cash the American singer to tour with him in UK’s Metro and that’s wh... »
D’Angel is opening up about dating post-divorce from Beenie Man. D’Angel’s love life has been an open book for most of her adult life. She has dated on both sides of the divide, leaving Bounty Killer for Beenie Man, whom she would later marry, have kids with, then divorce. Bounty and Beenie have since mended their fences and put their bitter rivalry behind them. Sadly, D’Angel and her ... »
The Estate of late reggae icon Toots Hibbert threatens to sue The Maytals band over continued use of the name. »
