Shenseea Says Upcoming Album Will Introduce Her New Sound
Shenseea’s sophomore album will arrive before September, according to the Jamaican songstress, but be prepared to hear a whole new sound.
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Anthony B Says Jamaica’s Leaders Have Failed To Leverage Reggae For Tourism, Unlike St. Kitts
Fire Pon Rome singer Anthony B has lamented what he says is the failure of the leaders of Jamaica to utilize Reggae music as a catalyst for tourism growth.
Byron Messia’s ‘Talibans’ Spends Six Weeks On UK Singles Chart
Byron Messia’s Talibans has now spent a total of six weeks on the UK Singles chart, and two weeks on the Billboard R&B/Hip Hop Airplay chart, solidifying what has been an impressive run by the Ztekk Records-produced track, which was released five months ago.
MECA Nightclub Clears Itself From Jahshii Shooting Incident
Whirlwind Entertainment, operator of popular Kingston nightclub MECA, is absolving itself from the shooting incident involving Dancehall artist Jahshii on Friday morning.
“We Play More Drake Songs In Jamaica Than We Play Our Own Music,” Says Anthony B
World A Reggae Music singer Anthony B has cautioned that Jamaica’s seeming penchant for elevating foreign music over that of its own Reggae artists can ultimately result in the decimation of the culture.
No Doubt, Lady Saw’s ‘Underneath It All’ Certified Platinum In The US
No Doubt, Lady Saw, and Sly & Robbie‘s 2001 collab, Underneath It All, is now certified Platinum in the United States.
Babsy Grange Pleased At “Quality Submissions” For Jamaica Festival Song Competition This Year
Unlike in 2022, when she expressed dismay at the sub-par quality of the submissions for the Jamaica Festival Song competition, Minister of Culture and Entertainment Minister Olivia Grange is pleased at what she says is the “strong response” this year.
Teejay Named FLOW Summa Campaign Brand Ambassador
Dancehall artist TeeJay has been announced as the FLOW Summa Campaign Brand Ambassador. The news broke earlier today, as the telecommunications agency launched the promotion with a party in Kingston.
Mr. Lexx Says He Was Accused Of Trying To Be A Foreign Artist: ‘I Was Way Ahead of My Time’
Long before some new-gen acts were being accused of pandering to Americans by adjusting their sound and style, Mr.
Jahshii Pickup Riddled With Bullets, Six Entourage Members Shot
The St. Andrew Central police have confirmed that a pickup owned by Dancehall artist Jahshii was attacked by armed men on Friday morning.
First Trailer For ‘Bob Marley: One Love’ Unveiled: Watch
The first trailer for Paramount Pictures’ highly anticipated Bob Marley biopic, Bob Marley: One Love, has been released.
Babsy Grange To Valiant: “You Have An Awesome Responsibility”
As suggested by her boss, Prime Minister Andrew Holness and former Cabinet Member Karl Samuda, Entertainment Minister Olivia “Babsy” Grange appears to have been using “gentle persuasion” and her “charm and skills” in an attempt to steer her “nephew” Valiant away from recording unwholesome songs.
Skillibeng To Join Drake On ‘IAAB’ Tour In Chicago
Esyde deejay Skillibeng will be joining Drake, as the rapper kicks off his ‘It’s All A Blur’ (IAAB) tour on July 5-6 in Chicago.
Buju Banton Talks New Album ‘Born For Greatness’
Reggae and Dancehall star Buju Banton is preparing to release his 12th studio album – Born For Greatness.
Dexta Daps Thanks Davido After They Shared The Stage In Washington DC
Nigerian singer Davido launched his North American summer ‘Timeless Tour’ in Washington, DC on Saturday (July 1) and brought Dexta Daps on stage for a special guest appearance.
Shenseea Defends Portrayal Of Same-Sex Relationships In Her Music
Shenseea has fired back at critics who disapprove of her representation of same-sex relationships in her music and music videos.
Kemar Highcon Talks Life, Masicka And The Law
It was a revealing peak behind the scenes for Dancehall’s Sauce Boss Kemar Highcon, whose recent appearance on the Let’s Be Honest podcast touched on nearly everything in the singer’s life, from his upbringing and career in music to his Masicka diss and recent legal troubles.
Minister Marion Hall Hails “Respectful, Real And Loving” Lady G
Minister Marion Hall has professed her sisterly love for her Dancehall compatriot Lady G, describing the Breeze Off artist as loving, respectful, and real.
Boom Dandimite To Be Buried Today
Former Scare Dem crew member Boom Dandimite, known for songs like Many Many and Pure Gal, will be buried this morning after a thanksgiving service at the Penwood Road Seventh Day Adventist church.
’80s And ’90s Dancehall Celebrated On International Reggae Day
A slew of Dancehall artists, producers, and sound systems who ruled the 1990s, are being celebrated on International Reggae Day, which is commemorated July 1 each year.