Vybz Kartel new album “Kinf Of The Dancehall” failed to make it to the top ten of the Billboard Reggae Album chart, while his arch rival Alkaline climbs two places from No. 9 to 7. The Linton ‘TJ’ White-produced project has been getting a lot of rave reviews since releasing on June 10. The official first week sales and album stream is not yet available, but the project did peaked at No. 1 on iTune... »
Foota Hype is perhaps the only person on the planet that is defending dancer Marvin. The popular dancehall dancer came under fire recently after a video went viral showing him and other men harassing a girl with Down syndrome. The dancer faced some heavy backlash from both artists and fans and was even being sought by authorities. Speaking with Winford Williams of OnStage, Foota says that the girl... »
Red Bull hosted their annual Culture Clash event at the O2 Arena in London this evening, but not without a little drama. Performing acts included Taylor Gang, MixPak, Eskimo Dance, and UGK All Stars, unfortunately not everyone was able to get along. During MixPak’s set, which features the likes of Popcaan, Kranium, and many more, Popcaan screamed out “F*ck Wiz Khalifa” at the fellow artist and mem... »
Machel Montano’s debut movie, Bazodee, will soon be shown in 250 cinemas across the United States. Bazodee, which premiered at the Trinidad and Tobago Film Festival last September, will be released for US audiences on August 5. The movie, a tale of love that rises beyond cultural differences stars Montano, Bollywood star Kabir Bedi, Game of Thrones actor Staz Nair, Trini-born, UK-bas... »
Vybz Kartel is making good on his promise to assist high schools in the Portmore area with computers. Kartel’s new clothing like, the Official VK Line has reached out to all the high schools in Portmore committing to donate at least one computer to each school. That’s at least five computers for the list of Ascot High School, Cumberland High, Bridgeport High School, Waterford High Scho... »
“One Man” artist Gaza Slim, has really been in the public eye of late, from coming under heavy scrutiny and having charges brought against her in the Vybz Kartel’s murder trial. Gaza Slim was also thought to be having an affair with the now incarcerated deejay, who was also her boss. The most recent rumours that began to circulate were that Gaza Slim, also known as Vawnessa Bling, were involved in... »
Aidonia could be heading to the United States for his first tour in that country in years after getting back his work visa. The dancehall star was among a slew of artists whose U.S. visa was revoked a few years ago. Several of those artists have since get their work permit reinstated including Beenie Man, Sizzla Kalonji, Elephant Man and more. “It’s a great feeling and a blessing! Words can’t even... »
Vybz Kartel is getting back in the fashion business with a new clothing line. The incarcerated dancehall star has again teamed up with businessman Michael Dawson to launch a new line of products including hats, rags, and shirts. “All intellectual property of Vybz Kartel are owned by Tameka Jackson, otherwise known as ‘Shorty’, Dawson said. “However, [a company named] Whirlwind has the licence to m... »
Buju Banton will be released from in 2018 as originally planned. Over the past couple of days there has been rumors popping up on blogs and on social media claiming that the reggae singer has been given another reduction to his sentence. Last year Banton received a small reprieve in his sentence by two months. His original released date was set for January 2019, but after the reduction he should b... »
Tyga is getting a lot of love in Kingston while vacationing in Jamaica’s capital and also doing some work. The Compton rapper drew a huge crowd while shooting a music video in Brook Valley, which is a neighbourhood of Duhaney Park. T-Raww was spotted filming the video with 22-year-old model Amina Blue, who he is rumored to be dating. Other scenes of the video was shot on locations in Portland. The... »
Busy Signal is furious with robbers that ambushed Bounty Killer last week Friday and offload $500,000 cash and a Rolex watch from the deejay. During a performance last weekend the Turf boss made it clear that no one should disrespect Bounty Killer that way. Bounty Killer Robbed At Gunpoint Of $500,000 “They said that some boys disrespect Bounty Killer,” Busy said. “So we have to know that they nee... »
Vybz Kartel may be incarcerated but he’s clearly not silenced as his music continues to roam free and speak to the world for him. The jailed dancehall deejay’s 14 track project titled King of the Dancehall released just a few hours ago has landed in the number one position on the US Top Reggae albums chart and also number in most countries worldwide. The album produced independently by Linton TJ W... »
Tyga is currently in Jamaica and he is reportedly looking to law down a few bars with incarcerated dancehall king Vybz Kartel. The Young Money rapper touched down in Kingston earlier this week. Sources told Urban Islandz that on his to do list is to visit Vybz Kartel in prison and worked out a possible collaboration. “Tyga has always been a fan of dancehall music and a huge fan of Vybz Kartel,” so... »
Vybz Kartel drop two music videos in one day. Shortly after premiering the video for “Western Union,” the incarcerated dancehall star dropped the video for his feel good single “Summer 16.” That track was produced by TJ Records and will be featured on Vybz Kartel’s upcoming album King of the Dancehall, due for release on June 10. “Unuh ready fi go home? / Alright then meck the dancehall start / If... »
Toni Braxton and Birdman are now a couple who would have thought. The paired shared the same stage for the first time since hooking. Last Thursday the Cash Money Records head joined Braxton on stage during her performance at The Fox Theatre in Atlanta. Birdman wasn’t the only surprised guest at the performance. All the other Braxton sisters also took the stage including Tamar. “Ladies and gentleme... »
Bounty Killer could be siding with a lot of dancehall fans who are also fans of Vybz Kartel on the hot topic that the incarcerated deejay is the King of the Dancehall. Kartel is dropping a new album on June 10 titles King of the Dancehall. While some fans are agreeing that the title is fitting for the deejay, others sees it as a disrespect to other artists including Beenie Man, Yellow Man and othe... »
Sean Paul really needs to get a refund from American Airlines after his recent flight. The International recording artiste took to Instagram on Saturday to show what many are now calling a ‘flight from hell.’ The 43-year-old ‘She Doesn’t Mind’ singer, real name Sean Paul Ryan Francis Henriques, shared a slew of videos which showed a broken seat which he was given, duct tape on the window of the ai... »
According to various popular dancehall reggae forums, ace dancehall artist, Bounty Killer robbed at gunpoint last night. The word on the street is that the poor people governor was robbed of cash and jewelry. Other entertainers like LA Lewis came out in strong support of the killer warning the robbers to return the Bounty Killer’s possession. The seven star general even went as far to say that unl... »
NEW JERSEY, United States — Dancehall deejay Flippa Mafia was given a 25-year sentence when he appeared in the Camden Superior Court in New Jersey, this morning. The 37-year-old entertainer, whose given name is Andrew Davis, was also ordered to pay a US$250,000 anti-money laundering profiteering penalty. “Andrew Davis thought he could live the good life in Jamaica with the hundreds of thousands of... »
Ninja Man gay son to get married to PNP counsellor. Jamaican artist Desmond Ballentine, more popularly known as Ninjaman seem to have gone through hell and came back, what with his court case and all of that. The artist has a whopping 29 kids allegedly by 28 different women, one of whom is involved in the same case he is going to court for- and another who is gay. Ninjaman recently distance... »
Dancehall artist Black Ryno Posted Pictures on His Instagram Stating that he’s in the hospital he’s hospitalized in The New York Montefiore Hospital the Former Gaza Empire Deejay is Complaining about heart Pain. Your in our prayers . VIEW PICTURES BELOW: »
Stephen ‘Di Genius’ McGregor is one of the most recognized producers in dancehall over the last decade or so. He produced several hit singles for the likes of Vybz Kartel, Mavado, Konshens, Bounty Killer, Beenie Man and more. McGregor used to also be close friends with Vybz Kartel before his incarceration, but back in 2010 the two had a bitter fallout. The split lead to both of them releasing diss... »
More details surrounding Prince untimely death are now coming out but authorities are still tight lipped about his autopsy. Multiple news reports confirmed on Thursday that the late music legend died from a Opioid overdose. This may not come as any surprise to us given the numerous reports shortly after his death about his struggle with drug addiction. Minneapolis Star Tribune cited sources close ... »
Corey Todd found himself behind bars and charged with assaulting dancehall artist Devin Di Dakta. The businessman/promoter has since posted bail but will go on trial for charges of assault occasioning bodily harm. The charge stemmed from a beating of Devin Di Dakta earlier this year outside Taboo nightclub which is owned by Todd. According to reports, the dispute between the two stemmed from alleg... »
Selling products containing hydroquinone will be illegal from August in Ghana. The Voice: Skin bleaching will be banned in Ghana from August, as the African country attempts to strengthen public health and safety. Ghana’s Food and Drugs Authority (FDA) has resolved to ban the sale of cosmetic products which contain the skin bleaching ingredient hydroquinone, effective August this year. The decisio... »
