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Flippa Moggela Talks About his Fallout with Bounty Killer and Elephant Man (Interview)

Irie Dale April 29, 2025 2025 EVENTS, ARTISTES, ENTERTAINMENT NEWS

During an interview released on Sunday, Flippa Moggela talked about how music caused the rift between him, Bounty Killer, and Elephant Man despite the artistes being friendly during the very early days of their careers. As a young aspiring artiste, Flippa, a native of Waterhouse, was known at the iconic Jamaican music studio King Jammy’s. As a result, the Dem Yah deejay was well acquainted with artistes such as Capleton before their rise to fame. In addition to starting his career as an artiste Flippa also ventured into the production side of the industry and produced the Extra Fire riddim, which featured Capleton, Buju Banton, Vybz Kartel, and Bounty. Despite their cordial relationship in t... »

Bogle’s Murder Remains an ‘Unsolved Mystery’ 20 Years Later

Irie Dale April 25, 2025 2025 EVENTS, ARTISTES, ENTERTAINMENT NEWS, Jamaica

20 years ago, on January 20, 2005, Gerald Levy, more popularly known as Bogle, was shot and killed. Following his death, multiple rumours began circulating, and several theories remain today. The Jamaican dancer was the originator of several culturally iconic Dancehall moves like the Wacky Dip and the Willy Bounce. According to a newly released video on the true-crime podcast Watson’s World, before his popularity, the Trench Town native appeared on Jamaican TV shows such as Where It’s At and Ring Ding. Bogle’s personality was as infectious as his dance moves, and his unique flair and street style inspired not only other dancers but artistes. At the height of his dancing career, his fame in J... »

Vybz Kartel Shares Why He Will Never Bleach His Skin Again

Irie Dale April 24, 2025 2025 EVENTS, ARTISTES, ENTERTAINMENT NEWS

Vybz Kartel was once the poster child for skin bleaching in Jamaican culture, but those days are long behind him. Prior to his incarceration, Vybz Kartel famously bleached his skin and even released a song, “Cake Soap,” about it in 2010. Back then, the dancehall legend sported his lighter skin tone and numerous tattoos proudly. However, he received mixed reactions from fans, with some folks blaming him for influencing the youths to bleach their skins. Vybz Kartel sat down for a new interview with Hot97’s Ebro and Rosenberg, where he opened up about that part of his career and how he feels about it now. Kartel admitted that his decision to bleach had something to do with self-love, although h... »

Pardison Fontaine Confirms Breakup with Jada Kingdom: Watch Interview

Irie Dale April 4, 2025 2025 EVENTS, ARTISTES, ENTERTAINMENT NEWS

Rumour has been circulating since last year that rapper Pardison ‘Pardi’ Fontaine and Dancehall artiste Jada Kingdom split. Neither spoke openly on the matter until this week. The Hip Hop artiste finally confirmed their breakup in an interview released on Tuesday. Speaking on #Respectfully The Justin Laboy Show, Pardi stated that he is single and is taking it easy as he focuses on himself. While he did not divulge much details on their breakup, the Backin’ It Up rapper suggested that their relationship suffered from being in the public eye. “… For both of our mental, it was just like so better to keep everything under wraps. Niggas seen us here and there, but it was just so much better and e... »

Dancehall Artist Squash Pleaded Not Guilty To Gun Charges

Irie Dale April 4, 2025 2025 EVENTS, ARTISTES, ENTERTAINMENT NEWS, FLORIDA

Dancehall artist Squash was back in court on Wednesday, April 2, to answer gun charges. The Montego Bay deejay pleaded not guilty to firearm charges when he appeared in court and opted for a trial by jury. His next court hearing in Florida is set for April 7, when the judge will decide on a trial date for the artist. Squash, whose real name is Andre Whittaker, and another man, Zidanne George Prescott, were arrested in February this year on charges of possession of a short-barrel shotgun, a rifle, possession of a machine gun, and possession of a concealed firearm. Squash Police say that on February 24 at around 10:58 PM, they pulled over a Mercedes-Benz sedan being driven by Pre... »