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Polyamorous Relationship – All Living Together In Montego Bay – They Explain How It Started And How It Works – WATCH VIDEOS

Irie Dale November 14, 2022 2022 EVENTS, ARTISTES, ENTERTAINMENT NEWS, Jamaica, News

A Montego Bay resident is living a life many men dream of; a life with two girlfriends living happily under one roof as they all share each other as a throuple. Ryan Martin became a man with two lovers after his girlfriend, Chanelle Codner, suggested that they add a second woman to their relationship. Martin and Codner were together for two years, and when the notion was presented, Martin knew he ... »

Vybz Kartel Gets Death Threats and Harassment From Prison Guards: Exclusive

Irie Dale November 14, 2022 2022 EVENTS, ARTISTES, ENTERTAINMENT NEWS, Jamaica

Urban Islandz Exclusive: A spokesman for Vybz Kartel is alleging that the artist’s life could be in danger as a prison warden has threatened to kill the artist. On Sunday, the spokesman, who asked to remain anonymous, said that the family of the deejay fears for his life and have now called on his lawyer to reach out to Tower Street prison officials about the latest allegation. Attorney-at-law Isa... »

Mother Of Beenie Man’s Son Moses Davis Jr. Dead At 59

Irie Dale November 14, 2022 2022 EVENTS, ARTISTES, ENTERTAINMENT NEWS

One of Beenie Man’s baby mothers has sadly passed away. On Sunday, Moses Davis Jr. shared that his mother, Janet Dunphy, had recently passed away in an emotional post on Instagram. “Never would I ever imagine making this post until years from now, but life doesn’t always go the way you want. Mommy, my heartbeat, my soul, my queen, my everything. You left us on October 23 2022 and ever since then m... »

Dancehall Artiste Spice Speak On Her Health Reveals She Had Damaged Hernia, Sepsis

Irie Dale November 13, 2022 2022 EVENTS, ARTISTES, ATLANTA, ENTERTAINMENT NEWS

Spice is finally addressing her Smurf fan base almost a week since rumors surfaced that she had experienced post-surgery complications. A popular Instagram page that tracks celebrities who get plastic surgery claimed that the “Go Down Deh” singer had been in the Dominican Republic for a round 2BBL, but she suffered complications, and her health was deteriorating as she was in a coma. Other persons... »

Spice Awake and Talking Following Health Scare, Love & Hip Hop Friends Flying To DR

Irie Dale November 8, 2022 2022 EVENTS, ARTISTES, ENTERTAINMENT NEWS

Dancehall artiste Spice is said to be recovering and is now “alert and awake” after reports that she had suffered a heart attack in the Dominican Republic. On Saturday afternoon, the Observer said that a family member confirmed that the “So Mi Like It” artist is recovering slowly. “Everyone sounded positive, no one sounded nervous or worried. They said she has been up and awake,” the Observer quot... »

Dancehall Star Demarco Says He Is Done With Music Promoting Violence

Irie Dale November 8, 2022 2022 EVENTS, ARTISTES, ENTERTAINMENT NEWS, Jamaica

Demarco is done with gun songs. At least one veteran dancehall artist intends to heed the call of the government when it comes to violent gun lyrics. Well known for his often gritty lyrics, Demarco has revealed that he supports the Broadcasting Commission’s call for artists to stop focusing on gunman tunes. Last month, in October, the commission banned all scamming, Molly, and gun music from the a... »

Dutch court continues Jah Cure’s incarceration, trial likely for 2023

Irie Dale November 6, 2022 2022 EVENTS, AMSTERDAM, ARTISTES, ENTERTAINMENT NEWS

Authorities in the Netherlands confirmed to Loop News on Wednesday that, following a pro-forma hearing a day earlier, a judge ruled to keep Jah Cure in detention. As a result of the ruling, Jah Cure, whose real name is Siccature Alock, will continue serving a six-year sentence in the Netherlands for attempted manslaughter. Unhappy that the court did not find Jah Cure guilty of attempted murder and... »

Dancehall Artist Squash Implicated In Florida Double Murder, Producer Charged

Irie Dale November 5, 2022 2022 EVENTS, ARTISTES, ATLANTA, ENTERTAINMENT NEWS, FLORIDA

Weeks after denying that he was connected to a gang war in Lauderhill, Florida, Squash and the Montego Bay-originated G-City Gang have been implicated in a double murder in the sunshine state. A man named Jahreme ‘J Man’ Shelton, who is said to be a producer for Squash, appeared in court on Tuesday to answer two counts of first-degree murder charges. ‘J Man’ appeared in court unrepresented. Browar... »

Ky-Mani Marley Arrested In Florida For Driving On Suspended License

Irie Dale November 5, 2022 2022 EVENTS, ARTISTES, FLORIDA

Reggae singer Ky-Mani Marley was arrested by the Pembroke Pines Police Department during a traffic stop on Thursday in Florida for driving on a suspended license. The Jamaican actor/musician, who is said to have tried to post bail on Thursday night, is facing a two-month jail sentence and could be fined up to US$500, given that he is a first-time offender. In Florida, a second offense could see th... »

Spice Team Denies She Is In Coma Following Plastic Surgery Complication Rumors

Irie Dale November 5, 2022 2022 EVENTS, ARTISTES, ATLANTA, ENTERTAINMENT NEWS

Spice is not in a coma despite reports online, her reps said. The dancehall artist’s booking agent denies that she is in a coma or has suffered medical complications in the Dominican Republic. Concerning rumors surfaced on Wednesday that the “So Mi Like It” artist was battling for her life after having plastic surgery. A popular Instagram page on Wednesday claimed that Spice had traveled to the Do... »

Squash’s Producer J Man Arrested and Charged for Double Murder in Florida

Irie Dale October 31, 2022 2022 EVENTS, ARTISTES, ENTERTAINMENT NEWS, FLORIDA

Following reports that Jamaican citizens were involved in a shooting in Lauderhill, Florida, that left two dead, it has now been reported that J Man, producer for dancehall artiste Squash, has been arrested in relation to the crime. On October 19, police responded to the scene of a violent shooting in the Blueberry Hill Condos in Lauderhill. Two men were discovered dead in the residential complex’... »

Shaneil Muir Talks Quitting Dancehall “I Rather Be Rich In Christ” – Watch Interview

Irie Dale October 31, 2022 2022 EVENTS, ARTISTES, ENTERTAINMENT NEWS, Jamaica

While Shaneil Muir was on her ‘A’ game in Dancehall, she decided to close her Dancehall chapter to live a Christian life. The Top Gyal artiste, who is among the most prominent female artistes in the dancehall genre, announced her departure from the genre a week ago after accusing her manager of mishandling her finances, which left the internet buzzing. Appearing on Winford William’s Onstage, she e... »

Shaggy Invites Jamaican Artists To Learn From His Mistakes: “Anybody Can Come”

Irie Dale October 31, 2022 2022 EVENTS, ARTISTES, ENTERTAINMENT NEWS

Shaggy is constantly dropping gems and sharing his knowledge with younger artists. In a sit down with Anthony Miller on ER, the artist shares that it took him years to learn the business of dancehall before he was able to see his career bloom financially. According to Shaggy, after networking with artists like Sting and traveling with others, he came to understand and see music and the kind of mon... »

Bob Marley’s Grandson Signs Deal With Univeral Canada & Drops New Music

Irie Dale October 30, 2022 2022 EVENTS, ARTISTES, ENGLAND, ENTERTAINMENT NEWS

King Cruff, whose real name is Solomon Marley-Spence, is focused on his rap career as he signs a major record label deal and has released his first song. Solomon, who is the grandson of reggae legend Bob Marley recently signed a major label deal with Universal Music Canada. The UK rapper, whose stage name is King Cruff, has also released his first single under Universal called “Samurai Chop.” King... »

Guyanese Politician Describes Skillibeng and Spice as the Worst of Dancehall

Irie Dale October 16, 2022 2022 EVENTS, ARTISTES, ENTERTAINMENT NEWS

As the Guyanese government and the country’s opposition feud over state funds used to finance a recent concert on the island, the leader of the opposition party, Aubrey Norton, has reportedly described dancehall artistes Spice and Skillibeng, who performed at the event, as the worst of dancehall. According to reports from DancehallMag, Norton’s statements were made following the recently concluded... »

Marcia Griffiths Recovering $5 Million As Scammer Agrees To Repay Funds

Irie Dale October 10, 2022 2022 EVENTS, ARTISTES, ENTERTAINMENT NEWS, Jamaica

The man accused of defrauding veteran reggae artist Marcia Griffiths millions of dollars in a purported land transaction has pleaded guilty to two counts of obtaining money by false pretense and has agreed to repay the singer her money. The man, Ray Morgan, is a convicted felon. On Wednesday (Oct 5.), he offered to pay restitution to the victim when he appeared before Senior Parish Judge Lori-Anne... »

Flippa Mafia Released On Parole After Serving 9 Years In Prison

Irie Dale October 10, 2022 2022 EVENTS, ARTISTES, ENTERTAINMENT NEWS, NEW JERSEY

Dancehall fLIPPA mAFIA has been released on parole after serving a little under half of the total SENTENCE HE RECEIVED FOR DRUG CHARGES IN 2016 Back in 2016, Flippa Mafia, whose real name is Andrew Davis, was named a co-Leader of a drug ring along with his brother Kemar and Roger Davis in a sweeping drug indictment that also saw his baby mother, Marsha Bernard, being convicted and sentenced to 21 ... »

Vybz Kartel’s Attorney Isat Buchanan Guilty Of Professional Misconduct

Irie Dale October 3, 2022 2021 EVENTS, ARTISTES, ENTERTAINMENT NEWS, Jamaica

Vybz Kartel’s attorney, Isat Buchanan, will be sanctioned at a hearing in the future after being found guilty of professional misconduct by the disciplinary committee of the General Legal Council (GLC) that oversees complaints against attorneys in Jamaica. On October 1, Isat Buchanan was found guilty of professional misconduct, just about two years after the Office of the Director of Public ... »

Shenseea Opens To Drake Collab, Admits She Cheated On Her Boyfriend

Irie Dale October 1, 2022 2022 EVENTS, ARTISTES, ENTERTAINMENT NEWS

Shenseea says she is fully open to collaborating with Drake. Last year while everyone was gossiping about Shenseea and Drake, the Jamaican singer was busy hounding her craft; she didn’t let the noise distract her. Fast forward several months later, she delivered her first body of work, Alpha, to critical acclaim. While there was no Drake collaboration on the project, she was still in the headlines... »

Vybz Kartel’s Ex-Wife Shorty Dancing On The Gram, Reacts To His Fiancée

Irie Dale October 1, 2022 2022 EVENTS, ARTISTES, ENTERTAINMENT NEWS, Jamaica

Tanesha ‘Shorty’ Johnson is seemingly reacting to an interview on Fox 5 featuring Vybz Kartel’s fiancee Sidem Ozturk. Kartel shared a preview of the interview by Lisa Evers on his Instagram account. Urbanislandz first broke the news that the Worl Boss was engaged to Ozturk, who is Turkish. Many have been curious about the woman who has been linked to Vybz Kartel while he was reportedly still... »

Vybz Kartel Transferred To GP Prison After Fiancee Interview On Fox 5 NY

Irie Dale October 1, 2022 2022 EVENTS, ARTISTES, Jamaica

A day after Sidem Ozturk did a live interview speaking about her engagement with Vybz Kartel, the dancehall star was transferred to another prison. Vybz Kartell, whose real name is Adidja Palmer, has been housed at the Horizon Remand Center since last year June, when he was transferred from the Spanish Town lockup to Horizon. It appears that prison authorities were angered by his fiancee’s TV inte... »

Busy signal Shares His Jamaica Pride When Traveling In Calls For Peace

Irie Dale September 6, 2022 2022 EVENTS, ARTISTES, ENTERTAINMENT NEWS, Jamaica

Veteran dancehall artist, Busy Signal, has one wish for Jamaica, and that is that there will be peace on the island. As Jamaicans get ready to celebrate the nation’s diamond jubilee, this dream has come even more into focus. The “One More Night” deejay made the comments during a recent interview with the Star. He added that even though that wish may seem impossible right now, especially with viole... »

Still no date for Vybz Kartel’s fate

Irie Dale August 30, 2022 2022 EVENTS, ARTISTES, ENTERTAINMENT NEWS, Jamaica

Legions of Gaza fans are anxiously awaiting the verdict of the Court of Appeal judges who will decide on the fate of the ‘World Boss’, Adidja ‘Vybz Kartel’ Palmer, and his three co-convicts for murder. The wait is said to be proving to be almost interminable for die-hard fans of the celebrated deejay. But despite all the hand-wringing and frantic speculations over recent weeks and even months, th... »

Tanto Blacks Wanted In Connection With Fraud

Irie Dale August 25, 2022 2022 EVENTS, ARTISTES, ENTERTAINMENT NEWS, Jamaica

Tanto Blacks, Dancehall entertainer, and former Magnum Kings and Queens (MKQ) contestant is wanted by officers of the Counter-Terrorism and Organised Crime Investigations Branch (CTOC) in connection with fraud-related charges. This was revealed in the Kingston and St. Andrew Parish Court when the entertainer’s co-accused, 2009 male winner of the MKQ competition, Poor and Boasy, real name Omar John... »

Popcaan flys Air Drake

Irie Dale August 25, 2022 2022 EVENTS, ARTISTES, CANADA, ENTERTAINMENT NEWS

Popcaan flying like a billionaire with Drake on his massive private jet. The Unruly artist was spotted hanging out with the Toronto rapper on his baby blue Air Drake private jet on Tuesday. Popcaan shared several snaps of him and the rapper hanging out, making this the second time in months since it was speculated that he and Drake were not on good terms. It appears that all is well after all, as ... »