Vybz Kartel can rest assured that he will never be tried again for the murder case that landed him in prison for over a decade. The dancehall legend, real name Adidja Palmer, was released from prison on July 31, 2024, after being incarcerated for almost 13 years. Vybz Kartel and his co-accused, Shawn ‘Storm’ Campbell, Andre St. John, and Kahira Jones, were found guilty of the murder of Clive Willi... »
Beenie Man is the latest among a host of entertainers who have given back to students at the start of the new school term. Two weeks after classes resumed, the ‘King of the Dancehall’ is seen blessing 70 students at the Pembroke Hall High School located in St. Andrew. The initiative was carried out by The Beenie Man Foundation, a charitable organisation that is focused on Education, Entrepreneursh... »
Jamaican beaches and hotels have been dubbed the new plantation by activist Dr Devon Taylor, as major companies seize control of the island’s shoreline, cutting off free beach access to Jamaicans. Tourism is touted as a major component of the Jamaican economy, with foreign nationals flocking to the island’s hotels in their thousands each year. However, with hoteliers claiming Jamaica’s most pictur... »
The GoFundMe that was launched days ago for Lieutenant Stitchie, born Cleveland Laing has read 12% of its intended goal of $100, 000 US. On the other hand, the latest update regarding the entertainer’s health is that he’s still in a coma. The witty deejay who has deviated the latter part of his life to God suffered a severe brain haemorrhage that has left him unresponsive. The former Dancehall sta... »
Cardi B says she will not sit on the sidelines and allow people to make fun of Vybz Kartel’s physical appearance amid the Jamaican legend’s struggles with his health. Vybz Kartel found himself under the public’s microscope since his release from prison last month not just for his legal triumph, but also for his strikingly different physical appearance. Urban Islandz previously reported that ... »
On Sunday, Spice recounted the life-threatening ordeal that she went through over a year ago and the surgeries she had done over the past few years. According to Spice, her most recent of 6 surgeries was done in January of this year and she’s thankful for the blessings she has received from “Jesus”. Living what she classifies as her “second life”, the Queen of the Dancehall shared a video which ha... »
Vybz Kartel met with Ralph Gonsalves, the prime minister of Saint Vincent and the Grenadines who calls himself the “Vini Worl’Boss”. A photo of the meet-up was shared on Sunday, the photo features the Dancehall artiste, fellow Jamaican Marlon Samuels, Ralph Gonsalves and his Wife. Gonsalves, 78, is currently the longest-serving Prime Minister in the Caribbean, he’s the leader of the Unity Labour P... »
The organisers of Sting, notably Tahheer Laing and father Isaiah Laing are not happy with Vybz Kartel choosing a December date for his first show after prison release. According to Tahheer Laing, he would rather have Vybz Kartel on Sting 2024 Instead of competing. The young promoter highlights that he would be willing to give Kartel a night of his own. Sting has been around since 1984 and 2024 is ... »
After mentioning last week that he would be visiting his doctor this week, on Tuesday, Vybz Kartel shared footage from the visit with his social media followers. Last week the gaza artiste detailed that after his doctor’s visit, he will then be placed on a special diet. It is expected that several tests will be run on the deejay before deciding where he will go to get treatment for his graves’ dis... »
The latest update in the case involving Vybz Kartel and his three co-accused, a month after their lawyers and the prosecutors presented their arguments in Jamaica’s Court of Appeal, is that the decision following recent court proceedings is scheduled to be made this coming Wednesday, July 31, 2024. The ongoing murder case of Clive ‘Lizard’ Williams which started back in 2011 could be close to an e... »
During a lengthy talk about his career and journey in the music industry, Wayne Marshall spoke about a moment in his past when he got in trouble with the law by accident. Wayne Marshall, speaking with Kshema Francis on Levelz With Kshema, was asked about a time when he experienced one of the biggest setbacks in his career. According to him, it was when he was arrested at an airport in the United S... »
Minister Marion Hall, formerly known as Lady Saw, announced that she is releasing a dancehall single almost a decade after she abruptly left the industry after converting to Christianity. Hall, who is now a pastor of her own church, the Holy Ghost Pentecostal Church of Jesus Christ, has stayed out of the music industry for the most part. In recent times, she has teased singles in the realm of gosp... »
Reggae artist Sizzla Kalonij says he and DJ Khaled did not have a falling out over money as he addressed the incident in which he is seen burning the plaques he received from collaborating with the We The Best Music head. In December 2022, Sizzla appeared angry as he explained that DJ Khaled had “insulted” him. He was seen tearing up plaques, including the one received for his ‘Father of Asahd’ co... »
Prosecutors have conceded that instead of not ordering a retrial, Adidjah Palmer, better known as Vybz Katel, and his co-accused could be offered bail, which will help to alleviate the aggravating medical conditions that Kartel is suffering. The artist has heart complications due to his Graves disease diagnosis, and his condition is fast deteriorating while behind bars. On Friday, the prosecution ... »
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Minister Marion Hall formerly Lady Saw, is preparing to drop a new single and announced on Thursday that it would be a Dancehall track. The Dancehall artiste turned gospel singer has been fueling rumour’s since Tuesday that she just may be returning to her former career in the secular music industry. After suggesting that it may be best to return to Dancehall to prove just how formidable sh... »
Criminal defense lawyers closed their arguments on Wednesday after making representations for Vybz Kartel, Shawn Storm, Kahira Jones, and Andre St. John, urging that the Privy Council should not order a retrial for the men. Ahead of the closing arguments, John Clarke, one of the defense lawyers, raised the question that the Office of the Director of Public Prosecution needed to show strong cause a... »
Alessandra LaBeach who is a member of Vybz Kartel’s legal team gave an update on Monday outside the Supreme Court – Public Building East, along Barry St, Kingston, telling journalists what took place in the court on the day. “Today we primarily dealt with preliminary issues, issues as it relate to fresh evidence and the admissibility of some of the affidavits, tomorrow we begin the substanti... »
Vybz Kartel life hangs in the balance as reports say his health is deteriorating rapidly behind bars. The dancehall mogul has spent over a decade in a Jamaican prison along with his three co-defendants. The men were charged and previously convicted with the murder of Clive ‘Lizard’ Williams, whose body was never found. In the latest development of the ongoing case, the Privy Council in the UK over... »
Ahead of the pre-trial hearing which is scheduled to begin on June 10, Vybz Kartel‘s son and his lead lawyer Isat Buchanan spoke to FOX-5 News in the hope of informing everyone about the deejay’s deteriorating health situation. “It’s not looking great.. the condition is definitely getting worse,” says Vybz Karrtel‘s first son Likkle Vybz. Buchanan followed up in the interview by stating that despi... »
Jamaican American singer Sean Kingston was released on a $100,000 bond on Tuesday after he appeared before a Broward County Court Judge following his arrest along with his mother for allegedly defrauding various victims of over $1 million dollars. The 34-year-old artist, whose real name is Kisean Anderson, is alleged to have defrauded various persons of money, jewelry, furniture, and other commodi... »
Flippa Mafia is rebuilding his life and music career after being released from prison in 2022. The longtime dancehall artist known for old hits like “Dem Ya” and “Who Me” says after his nearly 10-year stint in prison, he just wants to rehabilitate and teach the youth to be better and not make the same mistakes he did. During a new interview with Anthony Miller on the Entertainment Report, Flippa, ... »
Dancehall artist Vybz Kartel and his co-accused Shawn ‘Shawn Storm’ Campbell and Andre St. John will remain in prison after the Supreme Court of Jamaica ruled on Thursday that their continued detainment was illegal and in breach of their constitutional right to freedom. On Thursday, police beefed up security around the Supreme Court in Downtown Kingston, Jamaica, in anticipation of the crowd of fa... »
The “Bad Boys 4” movie soundtrack tracklist features star-studded lineup with Shenseea, Sean Paul, Flo Milli, Black Eyed Peas and more Shenseea and Sean Paul join the star-studded lineup for the Bad Boys: Ride Or Die movie soundtrack. Will Smith and Martin Lawrence have been hard at work on the production of their latest installment in their Bad Boys movie franchise, Ride Or Die, which... »
