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... »
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 ... »
Shenseea’s career got a major boost as she is now being managed by the man who manages The Weeknd and Doja Cat. The dancehall singer, who has been managed by Romeich Major since the start of her career, introduced her new manager, Wassim “Sal” Slaiby on Monday. “#ShenYengz allow me to introduce my new manager @salxo 😃 I’m Happy to have one with such dynamic character ... »
Dancehall artist Squash is at the center of an alleged fake luxury watch scandal. The luxurious Richard Mille is a must-have for opulent celebrities. Squash was attempting to place a foot in that club when he posted pictures on Instagram sporting a gold Richard Mille, only to be held back by allegations that the deluxe watch is, in fact, a fake. “Nuh affi seh 40 words 39 good #forever6ixxx” he cap... »
Kobe Bryant’s widow, Vanessa Bryant, and her daughter enjoyed a trip to Jamaica as even as the family recently settled the wrongful death suit with the helicopter company that crashed and caused the death of Bryant t and daughter Gianna. The family has kept a low profile since the death of Kobe Bryant last year as they grieve and move forward. However, it seems that their family getaway to Jamaica... »
Veronica Campbell Brown announced her retirement in an emotional post on social media hours ago The Jamaican Olympic legend who is one of Jamaica’s most decorated athletes is affectionately called VCB by many of her fans. She wrote about climbing up the ladder of success, after leaving a small town in Trelawny, through the Grace of God, she remembered how she, excelled in the Olympic games and the... »
The Uber App that was already being used in many places around the Globe was finally launched in Jamaica, and the owners mentioned how happy they were to contribute to Jamaica’s post COVID recovery. Uber reported that the launch gives visitors and residents in Kingston and St Catherine an accessible alternative to getting around, while some individuals will earn extra money. Guardian Insurance wil... »
Vybz Kartel scored a small legal win in his ongoing appeal case to overturn his 2014 murder conviction. One of the state’s most potent pieces of evidence used to convict Dancehall veteran Vybz Kartel, a Blackberry smartphone, is being reexamined. According to reports in the Jamaica Gleaner, the infamous cellular phone, which it was claimed contained irrefutable evidence in the form of text and voi... »
Dancehall artiste Rygin King has left the island to seek treatment in the United States for the bad spinal injuries he received last year from being shot. The entertainer was attacked in June of 2020 with his entourage by gunmen in the district of Struie, Westmoreland where he was shot three times. A woman who worked in customer service was unfortunately killed on the scene by the criminals. Rygin... »
Today marks a new chapter in Dancehall artiste Jahmiel’s life, as he made the bold decision to give his life over to God. The ceremony was shown live and included an introduction from a female elder in the church, as well as a very thought-provoking sermon from the pastor. The woman of God who introduced the pastor spoke of the bold manner in which Jahmiel made his decision, to put a foot forward ... »
Beenie Man calls out double standard of Jamaican government after Mocha Fest and Rick’s Cafe scandal party scandal. Jamaicans are outraged by what they perceive to be a double standard in the entertainment industry after pictures and videos of the recent Mocha Fest Party Series emerged on social media on Thursday, May 27. Of course, the public is sharing their rage on social media, as Jamaicans ha... »
Sean Paul and Konshens are among the star-studded lineup for Fast 9 soundtrack. Fast and Furious 9 is expected to hit theatres on June 25, and dancehall and reggae fans should be in for a treat when they hear the voices of Sean Paul and Konshens who are both included on the movie’s soundtrack. Universal Studio’s F9: The Fast Saga is expected to bring the same high energy, seat gripping, popcorn sp... »
he closely guarded details of the outcome of the child support case against star athlete, Jamaican Asafa Powell, are finally out. The former 100-metre world record holder was ordered to pay the sum of $30,000 per month, plus half of the medical expenses and half the educational expenses accumulated by his daughter until she reaches the age of 18. Powell’s daughter was conceived with his form... »
Flankers, Montego Bay Dancehall artiste, Tommy Lee Sparta, who was recently sentenced to three years in prison after being found with an illegal firearm, is now singing about his sexual rendezvous while behind bars. His activities include receiving oral sex from his enemy’s baby mother. Tommy Lee, whose real name is Leroy Russell Jr, recently released a grimy track with notably violent lyrics, whi... »
Dovey Magnum has been detained by immigration officials in the United States. Sources said on Friday that the “Bawl Out” singer was held during a raid at an undisclosed location in Atlanta, Georgia on Wednesday (May 19). We’re told that officers from the Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) division is holding the dancehall artist at the Stewart Detention Center in Georgia. At the time of thi... »
The dancehall star Beenie Man, breached the Disaster Risk Management Act, when he hosted an illegal party in Shrewsbury district, St Elizabeth, on Sunday, November 29, 2020. In December, the 47-year-old popular dancehall artiste was charged by the Black River police and he plead guilty not long after. He was fined $150,000 in the St Elizabeth Parish Court recently. Beenie Man, whose given name is ... »
Rebecca Burrell, the wife of Jamaican-born international recording artiste, Shaggy, is not pleased with information the Jamaica Gleaner published about the Shaggy Foundation’s use of any money made from previous Shaggy and Friends Concerts. Mrs. Burrell, notably angered, posted a series of tweets on her social media platform, blasting the newspaper, asking for a retraction of the false information... »
Hours ago the curtains came down on one of Jamaica’s most watched early events, the ISSA/Grace Kennedy Boys and Girls Champs which was kept at the national stadium in Kingston. After five days of competing, Jamaica College came out on top in the boys section of the championship while Edwin Allen was on top with points in the girls section. Congratulations to Jamaica College who got a total of 328.... »
Bounty Killer did not hold back on giving his opinion on the violence currently gripping Jamaica. The dancehall legend speaks out after receiving the news of a shootout that took place earlier today on Trafalgar Road in New Kingston that left two gunmen dead and another in custody. The shootout, which took place at a rather busy intersection in the Kingston 5 area around midday, was captured by a ... »
Vybz Kartel is thanking his loyal Gaza fans, for their supporting in voting for him on a TVJ poll that asked who is the current King of Dancehall. He recently made the acknowledgement via Instagram, where he also posted a picture of the poll In the poll it could be seen where other artistes such as Popcaan, Alkaline, Masicka and Dexta Daps were all part of, however, “The Worl Boss” came out victor... »
