Yaksta Asks Jamaican Gov’t For Patience, More Support For New Dancehall Artists
Reggae/Dancehall artist Yaksta made a name for himself by preaching consciousness with his hit song Ambition.
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Ce’Cile Lashes ‘Choppa’ Culture After Usain Bolt Lost US$12 Million In SSL Fraud
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Popcaan’s ‘We Caa Done’ With Drake Debuts On Two Billboard Charts
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Alkaline The Givenchy Model
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Kabaka Pyramid Hopes 2023 Reggae Grammy Nominees Inspire More Positivity In Jamaican Music
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