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Two Dancehall Deejays Arrested, Charged For Lottery Scamming
Two men, who claimed to be recording artists, were arrested and charged with lottery scamming offenses on Thursday when members…
The Story Of ‘Bam Bam’: Dancehall Singer Pliers Almost Didn’t Record The Hit Song
Out of many classics born in Dancehall’s heyday, Chaka Demus & Pliers’ lovers rock anthem Bam Bam is one for…
Spotify Says It Does Not Pay Artists
Since the emergence of streaming across the world there has been mixed reviews on whether it is good for the…
Incarcerated Dancehall Artist Shawn Storm To Release Debut EP ‘Freedom Street’
Portmore Empire artist Shawn Storm marches on even though he remains behind bars. The incarcerated dancehall deejay is set to…
Nesbeth’s Manager Still Alive After Being Shot In The Face
Road manager of Reggae artist Nesbeth, known in the industry as Mr. Drummond, was shot by an unknown assailant in…
Blak Ryno Explains Why He Will Continue Skin Bleaching
Dancehall artist Blak Ryno is unfazed by the heavy criticism he received when he unveiled a new lighter skin tone…
Sizzla Voices ‘No Vaccine’ Protest Song
Unlike some of his musical counterparts who have chosen to grumble away on social media about lockdowns, mask-wearing and the…
Usain Bolt Foundation Donates 150 Laptops To Schools In Rural Jamaica
Retired Olympic sprinter Usain Bolt has donated 150 laptops, valued at $40,000USD, to schools in rural Jamaica through his charitable foundation.…
Elephant Man’s Immigration Violation Case Continues
Dancehall artist Elephant Man appeared in the Kingston and St Andrew Parish Court today to face charges of making a false declaration to Jamaican immigration authorities. The singer, whose real…
Clarks Originals Says Endorsement Deals Are Coming For Dancehall Artists
British footwear brand Clarks Originals says it will be engaging in endorsement deals with Reggae and Dancehall artists to promote its new ‘Jamaica Pack’ line, which is set to be…
“Cut It Out!” Sizzla Calls Out ‘Fake Rasta’ Artists
Reggae star Sizzla Kalonji has never been one to hold his tongue when he feels that there are issues to be addressed, and he certainly did that when he called…
Sean Paul To Host Live Streamed Beach Concert On Dreamstage
Dancehall star Sean Paul is set to perform in his first show for 2021 on the live streaming platform, Dreamstage. The show will be streamed on the shores of Jamaica…
Rastafarian Council Urges Anti-vax Artists To Think About Their Careers
A major source of concern for some of the Rastafarian community in Jamaica is the introduction of the Covid-19 vaccine to battle the deadly virus. Many have voiced concerns about…
Dancehall Newcomer Nation Boss Finds World-Class Debut With ‘Humans’: Watch
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vnSf_-k3OgE Debut songs rarely come as wise or as worldly as Nation Boss’ Humans. Whether the three-minute testimony slowed your IG scrolling, stopped you in your tracks, or you still…
Mavado Thanks Everyone For Support After His Mother’s Death
Dancehall deejay Mavado is sharing his gratitude for the support he and his family has been receiving after the death of his mother last week. "Much love goes out to…
i-D Magazine’s ‘Jamaicazine’ With 40 Dancehall, Reggae Artists Criticized For Its ‘White Gaze’
A new cover story, featuring Jamaica’s top Dancehall and Reggae acts, has the internet divided over its artistic direction, specifically the photography. ‘Jamaicazine’, i-D Magazine’s feature on established and emerging…
