Incarcerated artiste Ninja Man has published an open letter directed at Jamaica’s Prime Minister Andrew Holness, Opposition Leader Mark Golding, and National Security Minister Horace Chang, calling for measures to curb the crime on the island. The artiste is currently serving 25 years to life in prison sentence for the 2009 murder of Ricardo;’Ricky Trooper’: Johnson. However, he has be... »
Irie Jam Radio, a leading Caribbean radio station in New York, has snagged an important partnership with leading radio broadcaster iHeartRadio to broadcast its stream to thousands of people in the Caribbean diaspora. Irie Jam Radio, founded by Bobby Clarke, has been in operation for over three decades and promotes Jamaican and Caribbean culture to millions of descendants of Caribbean nationals who... »
Five reggae and dancehall artists, Beenie Man, Buju Banton, Julian Marley, Burning Spear, and Collie Buddz, are vying for the 2024 Best Reggae Album Grammy By Devi Seitaram Beenie Man, Buju Banton, Julian Marley, Burning Spear, Collie Buddz (from left) Beenie Man, Buju Banton, Julian Marley, Burning Spear, and Collie Buddz were nominated for the covetous reggae Grammy. The Grammys have named five ... »
Isat Buchanan welcomes Vybz Kartel’s early murder appeal courtesy of the UK Privy Council due to the ongoing health crisis facing the man regarded as the king of dancehall by many. Buchanan revealed that Vybz Kartel is very anxious to have his time in court when February 14, 2024, comes around. According to the controversial lawyer, who is set to face the local court as well, without the ruling of... »
Capleton will be performing in the UK for the first time in over a decade after getting his visa restored ahead of his European tour Reggae legend Capleton is the latest Jamaican artiste to have received his visa to travel to the United Kingdom for work. The artiste was previously banned from traveling to the European bloc in 2010 due to his music, which was considered discriminatory and homophobi... »
Reggae icon Beres Hammond has been named as a recipient of the Honorary Degree of Doctor of Letters by The University of the West Indies, Mona, at this year’s annual graduation ceremony set for November 4, 2023. Beres Hammond is among four recipients who are to receive honorary degrees, which include Jamaica’s ambassador to the United States and the first woman to hold that post, Ambassador Audrey... »
Following the estimated 5.6 magnitude earthquake that rocked Jamaica Monday morning, scenes of its aftermath have been rapidly spreading across social media. According to the Earthquake Unit at the University of the West Indies, the epicentre of the earthquake was located approximately 10km south of Buff Bay, Portland. Scenes from various sections of the island have revealed minor damages to build... »
Dancehall artiste Gully Bop’s pastor blasted people who showed more interest in the artiste after his death and warned that his death must be used as a lesson for how fragile life is. The pastor Christopher Tate first brought Gully Bop’s plight to light in August as he sought help from several persons to assist the artiste whose health was failing. Gully Bop, whose real name is Robert Lee Ma... »
Vybz Kartel gets earlier than expected appeal hearing in the UK’s Privy Council. The “Fever” artiste along with his three co-defendants received good news from the Privy Council on Wednesday that they will appear before the United Kingdom-based court in February next year. The hearing will include attorneys for Kartel, whose real name is Adidja Palmer, and his co-defendants Shawn Campbell, Kahira ... »
Teejay gifted himself an early Christmas gift, a spanking new Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 53 Coupe, black on black. The dancehall artist picked up the luxury SUV from Stewarts Auto and immediately shared a few photos and videos driving the new whip out of the dealership and taking it home. Sources said that Teejay shelled out around JM$38 million for his new ride and was the first person on the island w... »
Vybz Kartel gave fans a rare glimpse of his 17-year-old son, who lives overseas, in a birthday tribute. The incarcerated dancehall legend shared a few photos of the teenager, while asking his fans to help him wish his son a happy birthday. “Nation, Help me wish my Son Shahiem a Happy Birthday,” Kartel wrote. Shaheim Palmer is one of two kids Vybz Kartel has outside his relationship with Tanesha ‘S... »
Tommy Lee Sparta seeks to distance himself from alleged involvement in gang activities amid rumors circulating across social media. The dancehall deejay’s management team sent a statement to Urban Islandz on Friday (October 13), denying he has any ties to gang violence. We’re told that the Montego Bay native is trying to turn a new page in his life since his release from prison, and these pesky ru... »
Christian Minister and converted dancehall artiste Minister Marion Hall, formerly Lady Saw, has gone viral again as she went off on her Sunday sermon at women who choose to have plastic surgery. Fans of her usual target Spice are in turn calling her out over the statement. Some fans also questioned if she is also subbing Jada Kingdom. Minister Hall is known for being unfiltered even as an artiste,... »
Mr. Vegas says Beenie Man, Bounty Killer, and Clevie should’ve all received Jamaica’s “Order of Distinction” over Wayne Marshall Mr Vegas is leading the charge as he calls out the Jamaican government for awarding Wayne Marshall a national award on Heroes Day while other more ‘deserving’ artists have been overlooked. Wayne Marshall and Tarrus Riley were awarded the Order of ... »
Jamaica is set to officially celebrate Hip Hop turning 50 years old, and one of the founders of the genre, DJ Kool Herc, is bringing it home with a concert planned for December. According to a release, DJ Kool Herc and his sister Cindy Campbell are set to host a concert in their birth country to celebrate 50 iconic years of hip-hop being in existence, and some of the biggest names in the industry ... »
Following a video circulating of him showing massive weight loss, dancehall artiste Future Fambo has denied rumours that he is on drugs and revealed that he has diabetes. Before his career in dancehall, Fambo, born Warren Williams, worked as a dancer to make a living. He would later find success as a deejay and become popular for songs such as Drunken Dance and Rum and Red Bull featuring Beenie Ma... »
Dancehall artiste Khago says that Blak Ryno was wrong to accept his mentor Vybz Kartel beating him up, and he called out a fan who seemed to celebrate the former Gaza artiste’s bad treatment. During his usual YouTube par with his fan base called the “Khagonians,” the “Tun Up Di Ting” artiste had much to say after a fan claimed that Ryno deserved to be mistreated by Kartel. The event referenced by ... »
Jamaican-American legend Diana King has revealed that they’ve taken the important decision to remove their breasts in an update shared with fans on Saturday on IG. In a video shared on their social media platform, the “Shy Guy” singer revealed that they are reveling in their decision taken months ago to remove their breasts. According to the artiste, they have no regrets as they shared the post-su... »
Bounty Killer is ready to ‘do road’ as he prepares to tour and promote his latest joint release project, Time Bomb EP with Baby Cham, and it seems that the artiste is heading to the UK as he reveals that he was recently granted his UK visa. On Instagram, the artiste shared an update that he has been granted the entry document that sees him able to travel to the United Kingdom, which includes count... »
Dancehall artiste Jahshii’s brother was shot and killed in an early morning attack in the Grants Pen community in Kingston. Sources confirmed that on Saturday (September 23, 2023) that David ‘Mosiah’ Clarke, 29, known in the community as Nutsy son and the brother of top-flight dancehall artist Jahshii, was killed at his home in Grants Pen by unknown gunmen. We’re told that armed men entered ... »
Drama unfolded at Tanesha Johnson’s home as police entered then proceeded to search the rooms and seemingly accused her son(s). The incident was captured on camera, shared on social media and is now being examined by the public. “There’s a scammer here,” said one person in the background of the video, a law enforcer followed up by stating, “we have information that strange men are here,” to Tanesh... »
Dancehall artiste Mr Vegas has taken his social commentary to another level as he places his attention on I-Octane, whom he accused of being a “devil” and one of the worst people in the dancehall industry while detailing claims that the artiste tried to set him up. Mr. Vegas has gone from his beef with Bounty Killer and Dexta Daps to commenting on the Denyque and Popcaan beef. As a veteran in the ... »
On Sunday, dancehall artiste Alkaline pulled off yet another successful staging of his New Rules Festival in New York City. But the event was not without controversy, with Cassava Piece native Mavado noticeably giving Flippa Moggela the cold shoulder during his performance. Mavado provided audiences with an energetic performance of his numerous hits while on stage at the Mount Vernon Memorial Stad... »
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... »
Safaree Samuels shout-out Sean Kingston for giving him a place to stay when he went broke. The Love and Hip Hop star was one of Sean Kingston’s guest performers at last weekend’s Chris Brown and Friends show at the National Stadium in Kingston. Among the other guest acts during the “Beautiful Girl” singer’s set was Tommy Lee Sparta, who put on a stellar performance in front of a sold-out crowd. On... »
