Vybz Kartel Counts His Blessings Ahead Of 10 Year Anniversary In Prison
September 29, 2021 will mark exactly ten years since the reputed King of Dancehall Vybz Kartel has been incarcerated.
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Dancehall Takes Over Art Basel In Switzerland As “Spiritual Experience”
Argentinian Cecilia Bengolea has taken her love for Jamaican Dancehall to the Art Basel, in Basel, Switzerland.
Bounty Killer On Dexta Daps’ ‘7Eleven’: ‘Landmark Song But I Don’t Like The Concept’
Even as female fans continue to lap up Dexta Daps’ breakout hit 7Eeven, years after its release, his mentor Bounty Killer told the singer a few days ago, that he remains uncomfortable with some aspects of the song’s lyrics.
Dancehall Artist Kashmar Killed In Salt River, Clarendon
Dancehall artist Kashmar was gunned down by persons unknown close to Salt River in Clarendon on Thursday.
‘Britney Vs Spears’ Netflix Doc Edited By A Jamaican
Netflix has released the trailer for the upcoming documentary Britney vs Spears which is set for release on September 28.
Former West Indies Cricketer Marlon Samuels ‘Tells Off’ ICC After Corruption Charges: “Feel Like Me A Walkover?”
Retired West Indies all-rounder, now Dancehall artist, Marlon Samuels, lashed the International Cricket Council (ICC) on Instagram this afternoon, days after the cricket governing body accused him of breaching its anti-corruption code, during the Abu Dhabi T10 tournament in 2019.
Lil Baby’s Baby Mother Jayda Cheaves Lands In Jamaica For 24th Birthday
Jayda Cheaves arrived in Jamaica earlier today to celebrate her 24th birthday. Update: Jayda was arrested, charged for gun possession after trying to depart the island.
Vybz Kartel Slams ‘Fake Outrage’ Over The Abuse Of Haitian Migrants
Dancehall star Vybz Kartel blasted social media users for ‘fake outrage’ over the abuse of Haitian migrants in an emotional Instagram Story post yesterday.
Rihanna Says It Felt Weird To Be “Congratulated For Money” After Becoming A Billionaire
Barbadian-born superstar Rihanna, who officially crossed over into billionaire territory last month, said it felt “real weird” to be congratulated over having more money.
Elaine Thompson-Herah Reportedly Set To Ditch Nike For Puma
The fastest woman alive Elaine Thompson-Herah has reportedly sent a letter to the MVP Track Club and her main sponsor Nike, indicating her departure.
Michael Jackson Thanked Elephant Man For ‘Helping’ Janet Jackson After Super Bowl Wardrobe Malfunction
The late King Of Pop Michael Jackson reportedly praised Dancehall star Elephant Man for helping to redeem his sister, Janet Jackson, following 2004’s Super Bowl ‘wardrobe malfunction’ controversy.
Ninjaman Hailed For His Pioneering “Met Gala” Looks
Mr. Lexx’s throwback photos of a costume-clad Ninjman and caption which lauded the Don Gorgon for being always dressed in “Met Gala” garb, long before the fundraiser became globally popular, evoked not only laughter but praises for the entertainer’s use of avant-garde couture to accentuate his performances.
Cham Says He Wrote ‘Babylon Bwoy’ After Popular Cop Embarrassed Him
Veteran deejay Cham has revealed that his mega Dancehall hit Babylon Bwoy was based on a real-life experience, and was penned and recorded in a bid to “embarrass the Jamaica Constabulary Force”.
Bounty Killer Calls Out ‘Government Badness’ After Police Crackdown On UIC March On Jamaican Parliament
Some members of the entertainment fraternity have come out in support of the United Independent Congress’ (UIC) protest in downtown Kingston today, in which its leader Joseph Patterson was arrested.
Sean Paul Recalls The Time A Fan Broke Into His Hotel Room While He Was Sleeping
Sean Paul’s super-stardom has certainly come with a fair share of crazy fan stories. During the fun Q&A segment on the Celebrity Search Engine podcast with host Abbie McCarthy yesterday, Paul recalled one of the craziest moments he’s ever experienced with a fan, that involved a hotel room break-in.
Popcaan Takes Aim At JPS For Electricity Rate Hike
Everything Nice artist Popcaan has taken to mocking the Jamaica Public Service Company (JPS), even as members of the Dancehall/Reggae music fraternity expressed their own frustration with the light and power company for demanding a rate increase.
Rihanna’s Reggae-Inspired ‘R9’ Album Still A Priority
Rihanna has assured her fans that the completion of her upcoming Reggae-inspired/infused R9 album, on which Koffee is rumored to be a songwriter, still remains high on her list of priorities, and says they should, most importantly, ‘expect the unexpected’.
Foota Hype Calls Holness “The Sha’Carri Of Prime Ministers”
Foota Hype’s recent references to Prime Minister Andrew Holness as the “Sha’Carri of Prime Ministers” and his demand for the politician to step down as head of the Jamaican government, did not go down well with the leader’s supporters at all.
Jamaica, Caribbean ‘Show Out’ For Lil Nas X’s ‘Montero’
Lil Nas X’s debut album Montero is reportedly the No. 1 album on Apple Music in 80 countries around the world.
Skip Marley Teases New Song With Popcaan, ‘Vibe’
Reggae star Skip Marley and Dancehall star Popcaan have a new collaboration on the way titled Vibe.