The billion-dollar superyacht was spotted traveling to Portland, where it docked close to the residence of one of Jamaica’s richest men- Lee-Chin. Chin, who owns the National Commercial bank and a range of related companies, is often given idol status by Jamaican entertainers like Vybz Kartel, who once sang, “me waan get a billion dollar like Mr. Lee Chin.” The self-made billionaire is just one of... »
Good behaviour shaved three months off of O.J. Simpson’s parole, effective December 1st. It came just a day after a hearing before the Nevada Board of Parole, Nevada State Police spokeswoman Kim Yoko Smith said Tuesday. “Mr. Simpson is a completely free man now,” said Malcolm LaVergne, Simpson’s lawyer in Las Vegas. Inside Edition, Digital’s Stephanie Officer has the details. Learn more from the r... »
The Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) is reminding the public that no permits have been granted for the hosting of parties during the Christmas season. Assistant Commissioner of Police (ACP) Gary McKenzie Speaking at a JIS Think Tank on Friday, December 10, head of the JCF Public Safety and Traffic Enforcement Branch (PSTEB), Assistant Commissioner of Police (ACP) Gary McKenzie, said that the JCF w... »
According to a Jamaican father, he is thankful that his crime obsessed son was killed by fellow gangsters, he also expresses that he would shake the killer’s hand. The father outlines that his son was not a saint and explained that he was on a murder case and had to visit the police station regularly. Learn more from the video report below. »
Veteran dancehall artiste Gully Bop who was admitted to the Kingston Public Hospital recently is currently going through trying times. Bop was released from KPH last Saturday however he had to be taken to the University Hospital of the West Indies, hours later. The “Wuk Affi Mi” deejay spent one week at the KPH for a hernia and blocked tube complication which is causing him to feel a lot of pain a... »
The Grammy Award-winning international reggae star, Robbie Shakespeare of the singing group Sly and Robbie, died on Wednesday in the United States. At the time of his death, the musician was recovering from ailments to the kidneys and had recently had surgery to fix issues with the organs. Robbie, whose real name is Robert Warren Dale Shakespeare, was born in Kingston in 1953 and was a bass guitar... »
Shenseea was named the 2021 Best Reggae Act by the British-based MOBO Awards, which honors exceptional British and international talents in the musical fields of Hip Hop, Grime, R&B/Soul, Reggae, Jazz, Gospel, and Afrobeats. On Sunday, the music award group, Music Of Black Origin, MOBO made the announcement while congratulating Shenseea. “Huge congratulations on @shenseea for winning BEST REGG... »
The winter season is in and while things are getting colder, Dancehall artiste Konshens has been seeking warmth from his on and off wife Latoya Wright, as the entertainer has been seen posting multiple pictures of her on his Instagram account, with captions suggesting he misses her a lot. The entertainer got married in the year 2017, to the Miami Businesswoman, and they share two children, a boy b... »
Rihanna is now a National Hero in her homeland. The billionaire pop star/businesswoman was on Monday night declared a national hero by her country of Barbados, which transitioned from a former British Colony to a republic on November 30th, 2021. Rihanna is now the country’s 11th National Hero. The momentous occasion saw the pop singer flying home to Barbados on Monday. The announcement of naming h... »
The nominations for the Grammy Awards 2022 are now out, and as expected, the Best Reggae Album category is causing some stir. The six available spots for the reggae category went to Etana with Pamoja, Sean Paul with his album Live N Livin, Spice with 10, Jesse Royal with his project Royal, Gramps Morgan with Positive Vibration, and reggae band SOJA with Beauty in the Silence This is Spice’s first ... »
.After veteran Dancehall artiste Tiger was reported to have been a victim of a minor stroke, the family of the entertainer had decided to establish an account to get help for the music extraordinaire. According to the deejay’s daughter Rhiality, her father’s stroke was not completely serious however, she told Loop news who she spoke to that Tiger is going to need funds to take care of medical expe... »
Shenseea gives an update on her illness. The dancehall artiste’s loyal fans, aka ShenYengs, have been keeping tabs to ensure that the deejay is recovering so she can return to the music scene. Last week, Shenseea caused concern after sharing that she was hospitalized and had to cancel several important performances and appearances. On November 10th, she announced via her Instagram account that she... »
Amidst the current bashings that female entertainers such as Lila Ike and Jada Kingdom have been receiving for the revelation of their sexual preferences, Dancehall artists Spice has been booked to headline the Toronto LGBTQ festival in 2022. The event, according to the announcement will feature Dyke March, Bi+ Pride Programming, Blockorama by Blackness Yes, StreetFair, Pride Parade and LGBTQ arti... »
Dancehall Female Jada Kingdom reveals she’s a lesbian following reggae singer Lil Ike’s stunning announcement. Lila Ike’s bold move to share intimate details about her sexuality with the public before being allegedly blackmailed seems to have inspired others in the industry to open up about their own sexuality. That at least seems to be the case with Jada Kingdom, who recently revealed that ... »
The legendary Reggae artiste Robert Nesta Marley continues to make huge strides in Reggae music regardless of him being deceased, and this was reflected in Forbes Magazine’s most recent list of highest-earning dead celebrities For 2020, the “Gong” is said to have earned US $16 million, taking the number 11 spot out of 13 celebrities. Bob Marley currently earns through several streams of income whi... »
The leader or Head of State of Cockpit Country His Excellency Chief R. Currie is currently under much scrutiny after recent events which allegedly involves a man being physically assaulted by an armed man said to be a close associate of Chief Currie. Learn more from the video below. »
Shenseea has shared with fans that she is presently receiving medical care in a hospital in the United States. The “Blessed” singer shared a photograph with her fans on her Instagram page which showed her wrist in a hospital band with her name. Shenseea did not share details as to her health or the reason she is in hospital, but he apologized to fans for missing her upcoming shows “Unfortunately I... »
Shab Don legal troubles are far from over with new charges filed. The gun found in possession of music producer Linval ‘Shab Don’ Thompson is reportedly stolen from the Atlanta Police Department, the Jamaica Constabulary Force says. The controversial dancehall producer, who has been linked to the criminal underworld in Montego Bay, appeared at the Gun Court on Wednesday, where he was granted bail ... »
Dancehall artiste Vybz Kartel, is now in the hot seat again even amid his ongoing murder conviction that he is currently making efforts to appeal. The latest controversy came when one of the witnesses testified in the trial against the 33 members of the “One Don” faction of the klansman gang. According to the witness who mentioned the Entertainer’s name as a part of the ring of criminal activities... »
Mr. Lexx was released by Panamanian authorities after being held by immigration officials in Panama City for more than 24 hours. The dancehall veteran confirmed via his Twitter account that he has been detained at the Tocumen International Airport in Panama City since Wednesday (November 3) and is not allowed to make a phone call or a chance to explain the issue. According to Mr. Lexx, he had a pr... »
Did Vybz Kartel ordered three hits from prison including on an entertainer. The testimony of an ex-member of the notorious Klansman Gang turned state witness has dropped another bombshell in the courtroom as incarcerated dancehall deejay Vybz Kartel was named as being connected to the gang and even ordered murder hits from prison. The man who is the second witness appearing for the prosecution sai... »
Dancehall artist I-Octane was fingered by the prosecution main witness in the ongoing trial of members of the notorious Klansman Gang and one of its leaders, Andre ‘Blackman’ Bryan. The trial of the Klansman Gang is continuing, with a second witness taking the stand on Tuesday morning and dropping a major bombshell. Thirty-three (33) members of the feared and murderous Klansman Gang are on trial f... »
Weeks after she was reported missing, Abihail Myrie, has finally graced social media and revealed that she is now a baptized Christian. The young model who is the daughter of Dancehall/reggae Superstar Buju Bantan shared several photos of her baptism which showed her emotional as she cried. She also shared how vulnerable she felt making the decision to be baptized. “Today was the best day of my li... »
Veteran dancehall artiste Shaggy can add yet another impressive achievement to his already outstanding career. The international reggae/dancehall recording artist continues to do well in the UK. Shaggy‘s 2015 hit song, “I Need Your Love,” featuring Mohombi, Faydee, and Costi, was certified silver by the British Phonographic Industry for sales exceeding 200,000 copies. The announcement was made las... »
Lady Saw, who dropped the iconic moniker which earned her the Queen of the Dancehall title for just Marion Hall or Minister Hall, is signaling that she is re-entering the music world. Hall left the dancehall music fraternity suddenly in 2015 and became baptized. She also renounced all things associated with her life before baptism, including her raunchy music and performances. She even said she wo... »
