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Aidonia, Kimberly Megan Bid Son King Khalif Farewell At Funeral, Jah Vinci & Bounty Killer Tribute

Irie Dale January 8, 2023 2023 EVENTS, ARTISTES, ENTERTAINMENT NEWS, Jamaica

Aidonia and Kimberly Megan paid their final respects as their son Khalif Hitana Kruz Lawrence was laid to rest on Saturday. Khalif, 9, passed away last month after a battle with cancer. His parents have been out of the public eye as they mourn his death and were only seen recently over the Christmas holidays as his father worked at a New Year’s Day party. On Friday, Bounty Killer attended the wake... »

Vybz Kartel’s Baby Mother Shorty Reacts To His Fiancee Moving Into His House

Irie Dale January 3, 2023 2023 EVENTS, ARTISTES, ENTERTAINMENT NEWS, Jamaica

Vybz Kartel’s baby mother, Tanesha ‘Shorty’ Johnson, is again reacting to him posting several new photos of his fiancee Sidem Ozturk who appears to have moved into his house. While there have been talks that Vybz Kartel has kicked his baby mother out his house, he seemingly confirmed the rumors recently when he shared several photos of his fiancee chilling outside his crib with a ton of poli... »

Jo Mersa Marley Cause Of Death, Tributes Pour In For Reggae Singer

Irie Dale January 2, 2023 2023 EVENTS, ARTISTES, ENTERTAINMENT NEWS, FLORIDA

Jo Mersa Marley’s cause of death has been revealed as tributes poured in for the late reggae star. Urban Islandz broke the story on Tuesday that the son of Stephen Marley and grandson of the late reggae legend Bob Marley passed away after being found unresponsive on Boxing Day in his car in Florida. While the reggae community struggles to deal with his untimely death at the age of 31, sources are ... »

Shaggy, Teejay and Sharon Burke Stage Christmas Treat For Bustamante Hospital Patients – Watch Video

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

Dancehall artistes Shaggy and Teejay and the president of the Solid Agency, Sharon Burke, brought a dose of Christmas cheer to the patients at the Bustamante Hospital for Children, gifting them early Christmas presents. Though his name might be embroiled in recent controversies, Shaggy has been staying busy as usual and on Friday made his annual visit to the Bustamante Hospital. The local philanth... »

Popcaan Performs at Burna Boy Concert and Kisses Toni-Ann on Stage – VIDEOS

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

As a part of his Love Damini tour, Burna Boy came to Jamaica to host a concert at the national stadium on Sunday, December 18, 2022, and Popcaan took the stage for a performance that included a surprise. Taking the stage singing his song Inviolable, the Unruly Boss was dressed in simple black slacks, sneakers, and a loose shirt, with his hair sticking out in twists. He engaged the crowd in his per... »

Mavado Says Jennifer Messado and Christopher Townsend Should Go To Jail

Irie Dale December 22, 2022 2022 EVENTS, ARTISTES, ENTERTAINMENT NEWS, Jamaica

Mavado has expressed his disappointment in the Jamaican government amid his court case against former attorney-at-law Jennifer Messado. The dancehall veteran voiced his opinions on his ongoing court trial in the wake of a Jamaica Observer report, which stated that Messado’s lawyer said, “Mavado should keep it civil.” Messado, who will be on trial on March 1, 2023, to answer allegations of defraudi... »

Lisa Hyper Tattoo Dexta Daps Name On Her Body Confirms Relationship

Irie Dale December 22, 2022 2022 EVENTS, ARTISTES, ENTERTAINMENT NEWS, Jamaica

Lisa Hyper has confirmed that she and Dexta Daps are in a relationship and that he was the father of her late son. In several posts on Instagram, Hyper has gone to great lengths to ensure that the public knows that they are in a relationship. On Sunday night, she shared what looked like a tattoo of Dexta Daps’ name. The tattoo, which is located on her shoulders by the collar bone, has in cursive, ... »

Cardi B and Offset Vacationing in Jamaica – Watch Video

Irie Dale December 15, 2022 2022 EVENTS, ARTISTES, ENTERTAINMENT NEWS, Jamaica

As winter encroaches on the United States, tourists flock to the Caribbean. American rappers Cardi B and Offset jetted away from the harsh weather for a mini vacation to Jamaica and celebrated Offset’s birthday. Cardi B and Offset tied the knot in a private ceremony at their home in 2017 and have two children, Kulture Kiari Cephus and Wave Set Cephus. Cardi B recently shared the family’s Christmas... »

Vybz Kartel Case Juror Found Guilty Of Perverting Course Of Justice

Irie Dale December 15, 2022 2022 EVENTS, ARTISTES, ENTERTAINMENT NEWS, Jamaica

The embattled juror, Livingston Cain, who is accused of offering to bribe another juror with half a million dollars to free Vybz Kartel, has been found guilty of perverting the course of justice. On Tuesday afternoon, Parish judge Maxine Ellis ruled that Livingston Cain was guilty of the charge, which said he offered the jury foreman money in Kartel’s 2014 trial to influence other jurors to return... »

Mr Vegas celebrates gaining sociology/anthropology degree

Irie Dale December 12, 2022 2022 EVENTS, ARTISTES, ENTERTAINMENT NEWS, Jamaica

Dancehall entertainer Mr Vegas is basking in success after becoming the proud holder of a bachelor’s degree in sociology/anthropology and a minor in hospitality management from Florida International University (FIU). The entertainer, whose given name is Clifford Smith, shared on Friday that he graduated with a 3.9 grade point average (GPA). In an Instagram post, in which he shared a photogra... »

Reggae Legend Sizzla Burn DJ Khaled Plaques Says He “Insulted Jamaica”

Irie Dale December 9, 2022 2022 EVENTS, ARTISTES, ENTERTAINMENT NEWS, Jamaica

Sizzla Kalonji shocked fans on Thursday morning as he shared several videos online ripping up and burning plaques he received from collaborator DJ Khaled. While the reggae/dancehall legend has not directly stated the reason for his outburst of anger at the American whom he was once close to, he revealed in videos that he was insulted by the producer. On Thursday morning, Sizzla Kalonji moved with ... »

Dancehall Star Aidonia’s 9YO Son Reportedly Died

Irie Dale December 4, 2022 2022 EVENTS, ARTISTES, ENTERTAINMENT NEWS, Jamaica

Aidonia’s nine-year-old son, King Khalif, has passed away. The couple has not confirmed the news about their son’s death, but friends and family members have reacted as they share condolences. Aidonia, whose real name is Sheldon Aitana Ricardo Lawrence, is married to Kimberly MEGAN. The couple got married in 2016 when Khalif was two years old. There are unconfirmed reports that the little bo... »

Shenseea Says ‘Bob Marley Bigger Than Michael Jackson’ Igniting Debate

Irie Dale December 4, 2022 2022 EVENTS, ARTISTES, ENTERTAINMENT NEWS, Jamaica

Shenseea ignited a heated debate after tweeting “Bob Marley is bigger than Michael Jackson.” The dancehall singjay knows how to stir the pot and get her fans going, and she’s done it again with the controversial comparison of who is the bigger artist in the form of Bob Marley or Michael Jackson. Shenseea made the statement on Twitter on Thursday, which has now gone viral. The statement saw many Am... »

Reggae Singer Freddie McGregor Recuperating After Suffering A Stroke

Irie Dale December 2, 2022 2022 EVENTS, ARTISTES, ENTERTAINMENT NEWS, FLORIDA

Veteran reggae artiste Freddie McGregor is reportedly at home recuperating after recently suffering a stroke in the United States. Reports state that McGregor, CEO of the Big Ship record label, was hospitalised in a Florida hospital after he suffered a stroke on Monday but has since been released. According to the Jamaica Observer, guitarist/film and television composer Mark Leggett confirmed that... »

DANCEHALL: Spice Assured Fans She Is Doing Okay: “Jesus Never Fails Me”

Irie Dale December 2, 2022 2022 EVENTS, ARTISTES, ATLANTA, ENTERTAINMENT NEWS

Spice says she is on the mend following her recent health scare in the Dominican Republic. The Queen of Dancehall popped up on Instagram on Thursday to let her fans know that she is doing okay. Spice’s latest post comes three weeks after her first post last month, reacting to mounting concerns surrounding her health after rumors that she was placed in a medically induced coma following a plastic s... »

Beenie Man Recuperating from Minor Injury After Motorcycle Crash – WATCH VIDEOS

Irie Dale November 24, 2022 2022 EVENTS, ARTISTES, ENTERTAINMENT NEWS, Jamaica

Dancehall veteran Beenie Man is reportedly recuperating after suffering a minor injury when a taxi crashed into the motorcycle he was riding on Monday. Reports state that the 50-year-old deejay was speaking with someone in the corporate area when a taxi came around the corner and collided with his bike. Beenie Man was taken to the hospital for treatment, and subsequent medical tests revealed that ... »

Spice Reportedly Returns to The United States – Watch Video

Irie Dale November 22, 2022 2022 EVENTS, ARTISTES, ATLANTA, ENTERTAINMENT NEWS

Spice is reportedly back in the United States and was privately flown in by air ambulance from the Dominican Republic after undergoing surgery to correct a punctured intestine. It’s said that the Queen of Dancehall landed in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, and while she was not looking her best, she was walking. Spice was rumoured to be in a coma earlier this month following an alleged plastic surgery t... »

Shenseea’s Son Father Speak On Backlash For Following London On Da Track’s Baby Mother

Irie Dale November 22, 2022 2022 EVENTS, ARTISTES, ENTERTAINMENT NEWS

The father of Shenseen’s son, Rob, is speaking up after London on Da Track’s baby mother, Eboni Ivory, alleged that the Alpha singer’s son may have an inappropriate encounter with her daughter. Eboni has not been forthcoming on what has occurred, and she has not reported the matter to the police but instead has continued to blast Shenseea and London On Da Track online, causing speculation ab... »

Vybz Kartel Shares Another Photo From Behind Bars, Says “The Comet is Coming” – See Photo

Irie Dale November 21, 2022 2022 EVENTS, ARTISTES, ENTERTAINMENT NEWS, Jamaica

Vybz Kartel has dropped a new photo on his Instagram account, in a white pair of Air Force 1 as he poses in black pants and shirt. The dancehall star, who has been incarcerated for over 11 years, has shared another picture of himself, showing fans his current, fashionable appearance behind bars. The deejay is seemingly either counting down the days of his forthcoming The Appellant EP or his final ... »

Dancehall Star Teejay Named Ambassador For Youths for Excellence

Irie Dale November 21, 2022 2022 EVENTS, ARTISTES, ENTERTAINMENT NEWS, Jamaica

Dancehall artiste Teejay is volunteering his time and efforts to a private non-profit organization as an ambassador that will work with inner-city youth. On Friday, the non-profit shared news about the collaboration noting that Teejay’s life experiences and his impact as an artist will come together to be a powerful tool to help young people. Teejay, whose real name is Timoy Jones, hails from Glen... »

Shenseea Drops $250K On Blacked Out Lamborghini Urus

Irie Dale November 19, 2022 2022 EVENTS, ARTISTES, ENTERTAINMENT NEWS, Jamaica

Shenseea will be heading to her next club gig in a fully blacked out Lamborghini Urus. There is no doubt that Shenseea is one of the hardest working Jamaican artists, whether male or female. Her success locally and then internationally is no surprise because she has been on her grind since scoring her breakout hit “Lodi” with Vybz Kartel in 2016. Needless to say, she has come a long way and is now... »

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... »