Reggae veteran Buju Banton recently performed at the Weddy Weddy event and during his presentation, he gave a speech on modern artistes who are also criminals. To start his talks the ‘Gargamel’ highlighted that there are a lot of wrong things happening in Jamaica which can be fixed back, however, the problem is the artistes in the ghetto are carrying guns around. As such the “Driver” singer made i... »
Blac Chyna has turned over her life to a God-fearing Christian life, while she is in another legal battle, this one against a woman she allegedly attacked. With her recent lawsuit against the Kardashian-Jenners being a failure when the jury sided with the Kardashians, reality star Blac Chyna opened another legal battle which targets the presiding judge, who she reportedly claimed was “hostile” and... »
Grammy-award-winning dancehall legend, Shaggy, is set to receive an honorary doctorate in recognition of his immeasurable contribution to dancehall so far. The accolade will be bestowed by the well-distinguished Ivy League research institution Brown University. The “It Wasn’t Me” singer will receive a Doctor of Fine Arts degree from the university at their Providence, Rhode Island location later t... »
Incarcerated Dancehall deejay Vybz Kartel is in high spirits for the trial of his upcoming appeal with the UK Privy Council. Proclaimed as the “King of Dancehall” on his social media pages, he shared a post recently to his Instagram story to let artistes know that they should continue to enjoy their stardom for now…until he returns from prison. “Everybody is a Star till Privy council says “you’re ... »
After weeks of speculating from hints being dropped by Spice on Instagram that her relationship with Justin Budd ended, it has finally been confirmed that the couple parted ways. Spice made the confirmation in a video that she was no longer with Justin while she was sitting next to a male friend of hers in a vehicle. In the video, Spice said, “A you mash up mi and di man,” and they both started la... »
Popular US stand-up comedian Dave Chappelle was surprised on Tuesday during a performance at the Hollywood Bowl in Los Angeles. As seen in a video that has since gone viral, the comedian was talking to the patrons, saying, “make some noise for HipHop history,” when an individual ran onto the stage and tackled Chappelle to the ground. See the attack below. See the person who did the deed below. Bas... »
Jada Kingdom proudly admitted to accepting cash for sex after Asian Doll came at her saying Jada told her she had sex with rapper Fredo Bang for US$10,000. The Dancehall deejay boldly went on Instagram to set the record straight, saying Asian Doll was telling pure lies because she had sex for US$35,000 which is approximate JM$5,414,766, Continuing, Jada did not stop there, she said Asian Doll neve... »
Beenie Man will be making an earlier appearance in the United States than his initial schedule in August, which is when the dancehall star is booked to perform at the ‘Let Get Fr.ee Conscious Carnival’. The 48-year-old artiste’s trip to the U.S has now moved up with the confirmation that he will be headlining the Essence Festival of Culture alongside iconic rapper Nicki Minaj in New Orleans, Louis... »
A shooting in Bedward Gardens, St. Andrew, claimed the lives of three men and the police have identified one of the deceased males to be Kevin Anthony Jackson, the son of Gospel singer Sanchez. The untimely death comes in the midst of the Veteran burying his 74-year old mother, Bridgette Gardner Ivey who passed away earlier in April in Canada as she struggled with cancer, which made him too distra... »
Reggae artiste Jah Cure is scheduled for a pro forma hearing at a Netherlands court on May 17, where he will be required to answer to the dismissed charge of attempted murder that was slapped against him. According to the Jamaica Observer who got information from Netherlands Public Prosecution service officer Tuscha Essesd, the court session will be used to determine if the singer whose real name ... »
The matter concerning the shooting that took place in a North Carolina Walmart in the year 2018 by the hands of rapper Dababy has resurfaced again as the Rolling Stone website recently uploaded a video showing the incident. The shooting incident resulted in the life of a 19-year-old man by the name of Jaylin Craig being taken however, in consequence of the matter, the rapper was only charged for c... »
Legendary Reggae artiste Bob Marley has secured another accomplishment under his belt since his “No Woman, No Cry” song recorded with the Wailers received a platinum certification in the United Kingdom on the 22nd of April. The information was released by the British Phonographic Industry (BPI) and was noted to have gotten the “Brit Certified Silver Award” based on its sale of over 600,000 units i... »
American rapper A$AP Rocky was arrested today, April 20 at the Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) for assault with a deadly weapon in connection with a shooting that took place earlier in November 2021. Reports are that the rapper arrived at the airport from his baecation in Barbados with his baby mother, Rihanna in a private jet when officers of the LAPD arrested him. This has since been con... »
By Shirvan Williams Jah Cure is prepared to fight for his life as Dutch prosecutors push for more prison time. Things are not looking up for reggae crooner Jah Cure and if Netherlands prosecutors get their way he will be behind prison walls for a long time to come. That’s at least according to reports from the country where it has been confirmed that they have filed an appeal to overturn the acqui... »
Jah Cure has been convicted for attempted manslaughter in the Netherlands and will spend years in prison. A court graphic showed the singer listening to his interpreter with a confused look on his face as he is told that he was found guilty of attempted manslaughter for stabbing a Dutch-Jamaican promoter in October of 2021 and will be SPENDING 6 YEARS BEHIND BARS. Jah Cure leaves behind his mother... »
By Devi Seitaram Shenseea and her record label, Interscope Records, are being sued for $10 million for alleged copyright infringement over “Lick”. The sexual content of “Lick” is not the only thing causing controversy for Shenseea as the singer in the height of enjoying her debut album ‘ALPHA’ being released, has been hit with a multimillion-dollar lawsuit by an artist claiming to be the copyright... »
Jah Cure is facing an eight-year jail sentence should he be convicted for the stabbing of an Amsterdam promoter on October 1 last year. Jah Cure is on trial for attempted manslaughter, aggravated assault, and attempted aggravated assault, and he is being represented by Dutch Attorney-at-Law, Jan-Hein Kuijpers. In speaking in court, Jah Cure told the Judge to Google him after they said they did not... »
By Anna-Kaye Kerr Tommy Lee Sparta is in better health physically and mentally following his transfer to a new prison. Incarcerated Dancehall star Yommy Lee=Sparta has been transferred from the Tower Street Adult Correctional Centre to the St. Catherine Adult Correctional Centre. The transfer comes two weeks after an altercation with a warder that left the “Godfather” deejay admitted to a public h... »
Shenseea confirms that she is in a relationship with someone while address recent rumors about her involvement with Drake and London On Da Track. When it comes to Drake, it seems that the outrageous rumors follow him. Long before the pepper sauce saga popped up was the allegation that the Canadian-born rapper had impregnated Shenseea and the two argued about her having an abortion. On Friday, on t... »
Drake could be the next owner of a famous local Jamaican eatery in Toronto if he can reach a deal with the owners. There’s no doubt that Drake has a deep love for his hometown Toronto and a very deep appreciation of Jamaican culture and its music. The Canadian rapper showed just how much he loved both recently when he stepped up and offered to buy Randy’s Patties, a staple Jamaican treat in the ca... »
Montego Bay dancehall star Tommy Lee Sparta was hospitalized on Monday following a reported prison altercation. As reported, the “Blessings” singer was taken to the Kingston Public Hospital Monday after he had an altercation with correctional officers. The reported altercation took place earlier Monday morning, he initially received treatment at the Tower Street Adult Correctional Centre in Downto... »
By Orlando Dowlatt Business is business. This is the philosophy of music producer Skatta Burrell, who has weighed in on the ongoing saga between former dancehall artiste Lady Saw turned Minister Marion Hall and several other current female entertainers. Recently Marion Hall announced that she would be stepping away from her current format of preaching on social media. Many have since speculated th... »
Bounty Killer names Spice the “baddest” female dancehall artiste currently. The “Go Down Deh” deejay is known for her raunchy songs, which has landed her with the “Queen of the Dancehall” title in succession from Lady Saw. Nowadays, the artist is on TV for Love & Hip Hop Atlanta and promoting her Graci Noir clothing line. Despite all of her successes, Spice has remained humble and acknowledged... »
Entertainment is one segment of the economy that has been rocked during the ongoing global pandemic. Jamaica’s entertainment and music scene has not been left out of the oppressive restrictions as their government continues to try and battle the spread of the deadly virus. There have been some subtle signs of a return to normalcy as more shows are being hosted using Covid-19 protocols. The Reggae ... »
Nesbeth steps forward to address his rumored beef with Vybz Kartel The reggae singer is dispelling rumors that he had any beef with the Gazanation leader or that his 2017 critique of Youth View Awards organizers caused his career to plummet shortly after. Nesbeth addressed the matter on his Instagram LIVE when he answered questions from YardVibez TV, which queried, “Do you believe that your career... »
