Popcaan escapes a second attempt at his life according to newly release voice notes from gang members Popcaan has been the subject of discussion among some folks with knowledge of the criminal underworld in Jamaica over an alleged hit being placed on the dancehall artist. Its reported in 2021 that allegations surfaced online, claiming that Vybz Kartel ordered a hit on his former protege. The alleg... »
Beenie Man is celebrating his 50th birthday with the help of his peers and fans in dancehall. The Doc is perhaps the most legendary name in the history of dancehall and is widely acclaimed as the King of the genre. The “Girl Dem Sugar” deejay has four decades in music under his belt after getting his first taste of stardom as a child prodigy. Beenie Man, whose real name is Moses Davis, celebrated ... »
As the tropical weather season progresses, meteorologists and weather enthusiasts monitor the skies for any signs of disturbances that could potentially develop into cyclones. Off the coast of Africa, a series of disturbances have captured the attention of weather experts, with some showing the potential to evolve into cyclones over the next seven days. See the latest updated graph below: Another ... »
In a heartwarming and relieving video that surfaced online, dancehall veteran Tiger made a surprise appearance to assure fans and well-wishers that he was alright. The video shared widely across social media platforms, captured a candid moment where Tiger, known for his iconic contributions to the dancehall genre, reassured fans about his well-being. The video begins with the person behind the cam... »
With the summer holidays drawing to a close and a new school year rapidly approaching, Dancehall artiste Kranium visited Jamaica, hosting a back-to-school giveaway for the children in his native community. Before his prominence in dancehall with hits such as Nobody Has to Know and Gal Policy, Kranium was simply Kemar Donaldson, a young man with a budding passion for singing growing up in Montego B... »
The oldest son of Vybz Kartel, Likkle Vybz, was arrested by police officers during a stop and search of his Mercedez-Benz motor car over the holiday weekend. A video of the incident has gone viral showing Likkle Vybz, whose real name is Adidja Jaheim Palmer, being questioned by police officers in what appears to be Ocho Rios, St. Ann, where he resides with the rest of the Palmer family. One video ... »
Dancehall Artiste Vybz Kartel’s lawyer, Isat Buchanan, has added his voice to the ongoing controversy involving the Office of the Director of Public Prosecution. There is major fallout between Jamaicans and the political electorate over a decision to amend the Jamaican Constitution to extend the term limit for the retirement of the DPP and that of the Auditor General. The holders of those of... »
Reggae Sumfest 2023 dancehall night saw some stellar performances from dancehall young stars including Teejay, Masicka, Valiant, Tommy Lee Sparta, Stalk Ashley, Jada Kingdom, and more By Devi Seitaram July 23, 2023 5:38 PM Valiant at Reggae Sumfest 2023 Reggae Sumfest night one was a major success as, for the first time, the roster was dominated by relatively younger and newer artists who just en... »
Dovey Magnum has revealed her reason for not collaborating with her fellow dancehall associates, revealing their ulterior motives. The risqué singer expressed that she has approached several individuals within the industry about working together, but they all wanted her “front” in order to secure a collaboration. “I have reached out to a lot of different producers, a lot of people, I’ve been was t... »
On Friday night, Jamaican female track star Shericka Jackson ran a personal best and world-leading time of 10.65 to win the 100-metre event at the National Stadium in Kingston, Jamaica. Shericka Jackson now holds the joint 5th fastest time in history. A day ago Sha’Carri Richardson ran 10.7 which was the world’s fastest time in 2023 before Jackson’s latest run. See placements and times for the wom... »
Dancehall artiste Jahshii narrowly escaped death on Thursday night as he and his entourage were attacked by armed men on Constant Spring Road just as they were leaving Meca nightclub at Marketplace. It is said that the artiste was at Meca nightclub earlier in the evening to celebrate his 22nd birthday at Triple Thursdays and had been joined by friends and family before they came under fire. Accord... »
Dancehall’s warlord Bounty Killer has taken his frustration with not having a visa to the stage, where he declared that his visa rejection was a result of his noble endeavours to uplift people from poverty. At an event, the Fed Up deejay threw the question of why he was without a visa out to the audience. The audience responded with answers that pointed to Bounty denouncing homosexuals, but the ve... »
With a visa rejection rate of 30.04%, Jamaica holds the No.1 position among the English-speaking countries of the Caribbean for visa refusal based on data published on the U.S. State Department website under the Bureau of Consular Affairs. Jamaica is ranked high on the list of countries with high visa refusal rates, especially in the Caribbean and Central America areas. According to the ranking, ... »
Ninjaman has released a fourth letter through Empress Mesha as he responds to critics who say that he is not intelligent, and he also calls out Queen Ifica for her diatribe against Minister Marion Hall while offering his thoughts on the current state of music. In the letter shared on Tuesday, the artist says intelligence is “not proven until it is absolutely necessary, education never rears its he... »
Reported Footage of Dante Brooks, the son of popular dancehall deejay David Brooks, has surfaced online as he continues to serve a life sentence in prison. Brooks was found guilty of the 2018 murder of Lorenzo Thomas in Cassava Piece, St. Andrew, in March 2021. The then 18-year-old and his co-accused, Andre Hinds, were also convicted of illegal possession of a firearm and arson, for which they wer... »
Word of Vybz Kartel’s punishment of 23/7 lockdown in solitary confinement despite his declining health and struggle with Graves disease because phones were found on the block where he is located have been a hot topic for weeks. However, the Dancehall artiste refuses to take ill treatment lying down and has reportedly struck back with talk of taking the Jamaican government to court for breaches of ... »
Dancehall star Vybz Kartel is reported to be in severe health condition allegedly exacerbated by a 23-hour prison lockdown placed on the deejay following the discovery of cellphones within his cell, according to reports. An exclusive report by Fox 5 New York revealed that the Gaza deejay’s condition is life-threatening and surgery is required. As per the report, a sworn medical affidavit from Vybz... »
Five Caribbean nations that are members of CARICOM have joined the list of 13 countries that will receive visa-free travel under the Canadian visa-free regime. According to reports, eligible candidates are only required to obtain an electronic travel authorization (ETA) before entering Canada by air. Antigua and Barbuda, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Saint Lucia, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, and Tri... »
Addressing the near-career-ruining drug-addiction rumours that plagued her early life, veteran Jamaican reggae/dancehall singer Nadine Sutherland has opened up about considering suicide as a result of the fast-spreading allegations. Sutherland recently released the music video for her single Triumphant, which was filmed in New York. The artiste has described the song as a message pushing people to... »
Vybz Kartel’s attorney-at-law Isat Buchanan says he plans to seek assistance from the court to intervene on behalf of his client, whose health is failing due to alleged inhumane conditions at the jail. On Thursday, the artiste’s management exclusively said that they were concerned and worried for the artiste, who was placed on indefinite lockdown since Tuesday by a superintendent at the Tow... »
Dancehall fans speculate on identity of female artist arrested for suspected illegal possession of firearm By Devi SeitaramMay 25, 2023 1:36 PM Jamaica Constabulary Force The dancehall community is rife with speculations following reports that a female veteran was arrested on Thursday morning for illegal possession of firearm in Portmore. A news article shared by the Jamaica Gleaner did not name t... »
Former Scare Dem Crew member Boom Dandimite reportedly passed away on Sunday morning at an American hospital following complications from an accident last month. Boom Dandimite, whose real name is Herman Stewart, is well-known from the 1990s dancehall crew Scare Dem Crew featuring Bounty Killer, Nitty Kutchie, Harry Toddler, and Elephant Man. The deejay was also close to dancehall superstar Bounty... »
As a part of the many changes that the island has seen since the beginning of the year, Jamaicans will now have to get used to another area code besides the ‘876’ usually dialed before a seven-digit telephone number. This will be the ‘658’ area code. The OUR (Office of Utility Regulation) has already assigned a central office code under the ‘658’ area code to different service providers who are re... »
Queen Ifrica responds to claims made by Minister Marion Hall that she is a member of the LGBT community Minister Marion Hall, formerly Lady Saw, has responded to Queen Ifrica and suggested that she is a lesbian and a member of the LGBTQI community after Ifrica called her out last week for engaging in drama and shading Spice over comments praising her ‘natural’ body. Lady Saw addressed Queen Ifrica... »
Dancehall veterans Bounty Killer, Baby Cham, Buju Banton, Spragga Benz, I-Octane and more spoke out against the Jamaican government giving itself a massive pay increase Bounty Killer and Baby Cham are among several dancehall artists calling out Jamaican politicians over a massive salary increase for government officials, including the Governor General, the Prime Minister, and Members of Parliament... »
