Valiant Fined For Outstanding Traffic Tickets
Dancehall artist Valiant was reportedly fined for having three outstanding traffic tickets, when he appeared in Traffic Court on Tuesday afternoon.
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Vershon Says Popcaan Defended ‘Selfish’ Behavior As Lessons Learned From Vybz Kartel
When it comes to Popcaan, dancehall singjay Vershon prefers to show love from a distance. The Inna Real Life artist previously shared his decision to withdraw from the ‘Unruly Boss’ after noticing a “selfish behavior” that stifles those around him.
Shenseea’s ‘Never Gets Late Here’ Debuts On Billboard Reggae Chart With Lower-Than-Expected First Week Sales
Shenseea‘s sophomore album Never Gets Late Here has debuted at No. 4 on the Billboard Reggae Albums chart, a weekly listing that ranks the most popular Reggae albums in the United States based on sales and streaming.
Music Police Impress Sizzla
After being criticized heavily by Sizzla in his 2018 song Music Police, the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) appears to now be in his good books, courtesy of their band, which impressed the August Town native with their interpretation of his 22-year-old song Give Me a Try.
Nicki Minaj On Beenie Man: ‘I’m Just Obsessed With This Person’
Rapper Nicki Minaj has never concealed her respect for dancehall icon Beenie Man, and it was no different when she brought him out on her Pink Friday 2 tour in London, United Kingdom, last month.
Vybz Kartel’s Release Essential For Dancehall’s Future And His Survival, Says Buchanan
Vybz Kartel‘s attorney, Isat Buchanan, has declared the artist a “national treasure” whose freedom from prison is critical, especially in light of what he terms the “nonsense” music currently being released in Dancehall and the fact that the deejay’s heart condition is worsening.
Health Minister Dr. Chris Tufton Recovering In Hospital After Accident Involving Valiant
Minister of Health and Wellness Dr. Christopher Tufton is recovering after an accident this morning involving Dancehall artist Valiant.
Daddy Yankee’s “Que Tire Pa’ ‘Lante” Hits 1 Billion Views Amid Steely & Clevie Copyright Lawsuit
Daddy Yankee’s Que Tire Pa’ ‘Lante, one of the over 1,800 songs listed in Steely & Clevie‘s consolidated copyright lawsuit against him and more than 160 other Reggaetón artists, producers, and record labels, has now surpassed one billion views on YouTube.
Sean Paul’s Wife Responds After Troll Said He’s The Jamaican Drake
Sean Paul’s wife, Jodi Henriques, isn’t here for people comparing her husband to rap superstar Drake.
Sean Paul ‘Dutty Rocks’ NPR’s Tiny Desk With Early Hits: Watch
Dancehall superstar Sean Paul, currently on a US tour, has finally visited the NPR offices in Washington, DC, for his long-overdue Tiny Desk concert.
Buju Banton Adds Second Date For New York Concert Due To “Popular Demand”
Reggae and Dancehall star Buju Banton is giving New York fans another chance to see him live!
Judge Sees Potential Merit In Steely & Clevie’s Claims Against Reggaetón Stars
A federal judge in California has ruled that Steely & Clevie Productions has made a strong enough argument to move forward with their copyright infringement claims against over a hundred Reggaetón musicians and producers, whom they’ve accused of ripping off the 1989 Fish Market riddim, better known as “Dem Bow.”
Nigy Boy Aims To Fully Utilize His University Degrees: “I Can’t Have Them Hanging Up On The Wall”
Judgment singer Nigy Boy says he is determined to find a way to balance his dual passions of music and law as he prepares to pursue a law degree.
Sean Paul Disappointed With Treatment Of Jamaicans At British Immigration Checkpoints, Laments Visa Requirements
Dancehall superstar Sean Paul has expressed disappointment over Britain’s stringent visa restrictions and the heavy scrutiny faced by Jamaican nationals at immigration checkpoints.
Bay-C Escapes Uninjured From Car Crash
Bay-C, formerly of the dancehall group TOK, is grateful to be alive after he was involved in a motor vehicle accident last night (Wednesday) when his Toyota motorcar overturned.
Vybz Kartel’s Habeas Corpus Request Denied
Dancehall star Vybz Kartel and his co-accused Shawn ‘Shawn Storm’ Campbell and Andre St John were denied release on Thursday (May 30) after a judge rejected the habeas corpus application filed on their behalf.
Vybz Kartel’s Habeas Corpus Ruling Expected Tomorrow
Judge Andrea Thomas will deliver a ruling in the habeas corpus case for Dancehall artist Vybz Kartel and two of his co-accused Thursday at 2:00 p.m.
Sean Paul, Shenseea Are On The ‘Bad Boys: Ride Or Die’ Soundtrack
Jamaican artists Sean Paul and Shenseea are featured on the official soundtrack for the upcoming Bad Boys: Ride Or Die film.
Bounty Killer Withdraws From Reggae Sumfest 2024
Bounty Killer‘s announcement that he will no longer appear at this year’s Reggae Sumfest and that his planned tribute will no longer take place has moved some fans to call for Downsound CEO Joe Bogdanovich to take immediate steps to rectify the situation.
Nigy Boy Says He’ll Only Create Enduring Music With Universal Appeal
Dancehall singer Nigy Boy says he takes a strategic approach to songwriting to ensure that his recordings not only capture immediate attention but resonate with a broad audience and can withstand the test of time.