Mr. Vegas

Western Union Taps Mr. Vegas, DJ Drama For Campaign Celebrating Jamaican Culture In Philadelphia

Financial services company Western Union has recruited Dancehall star Mr. Vegas and Philadelphia’s own DJ Drama for a "first-of-its-kind" campaign that shows appreciation for the Jamaican community, one of the…

Mr. Vegas’ Lawyer Quits After Telling Court There’s A “Tentative Settlement” With VP Records

DancehallMag has learned that an attorney for Mr. Vegas now wants to withdraw as counsel in his lawsuit against VP Records citing a "breakdown in communications" with the Dancehall star,…

Judge Shoots Down Mr. Vegas’ Request For Injunction Against VP Records

A New York district judge has denied a request from Dancehall star Mr. Vegas to bar VP Records from collecting royalties for some of his hit songs, which are the…

Valiant ‘Cuts All Losses’ And 5 More New Tracks For Your Dancehall Playlist

Witty songwriter Valiant is back with a third single this month, while Shane O and Jahshii have teamed up to deliver a positive ode to those going through tough times.…

Riddims That Slapped: Jeremy Harding’s ‘Playground’ Marks 25th Anniversary

This article is the second in a monthly series that will revisit 'Dancehall Riddims That Slapped.'   This month, DancehallMag spoke with producer Jeremy Harding about his Playground riddim, which celebrates…

Mr. Vegas Seeks Injunction Against VP Records Over Disputed Songs That Earn $35,000 Per Year

Dancehall artist Mr. Vegas has requested preliminary injunctive relief against VP Records over their “continued collection of royalties” for several of his hit songs, which are the subject of a…

Riddims That Slapped: Richard ‘Shams’ Browne’s ‘Orgasm’

In 2000, as fans awaited Buju Banton to take the stage in Germany, the Orgasm riddim came roaring out of the venue’s main speakers. There was no vocal track; the…

VP Records Says Mr. Vegas Using “Pressure Tactics” In Lawsuit As Settlement Talks Continue

VP Records is urging a New York court to grant its request to stay Mr. Vegas’ recent motion for an injunction against them, court records obtained by DancehallMag reveal.  The…