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Producer Stephen ‘Di Genius’ McGregor Shares How He Got His Name

Those who know of popular music producer Stephen ‘Di Genius’ McGregor have probably unanimously agreed that his moniker coincides with his music mastery. You know, like a literal genius!  It…

Ginjah Commits To His Woman With ‘My Job’

Ginjah knows that in this age of Jamaican music, it's very rare to find reggae love songs, especially songs that express any philosophy remotely, like monogamy. However, that’s essentially what…

Burning Spear Says His Kenyan Concert In October Back On The Agenda: “I Man Will Be There”

Reggae icon Burning Spear has reassured his Kenyan fans that he will indeed perform in Nairobi on October 12, as part of his One People Africa tour. This confirmation comes…

Buju Banton Announces ’The Overcomer’ Arena Tour Across The US After Record-Breaking NY Concerts

Following the resounding success of two sold-out shows, with over 36,000 concertgoers at the UBS arena in Long Island, New York, Grammy award-winning reggae artist Buju Banton has announced his…

Kimiela ‘Candy’ Isaacs Becomes First Visually-Impaired ‘Jamaica Festival Song’ Winner

Decorated musician and educator Kimiela ‘Candy’ Isaacs made history on Saturday night by becoming the first visually-impaired artist to win the Jamaica Festival Song competition in its 58-year history.  Many…

LA Lewis Beats Portmore Toll Booth Breach Charges

President Abraham Lincoln once wrote "the man who defends himself in court has a fool for a lawyer and a jackass for a client". But try telling that to popular…

Rygin King Breaks Silence After Arrest In New York

Matthew Smith, the Dancehall artist known as Rygin King, has broken his silence after being charged with criminal gun possession in Queens, New York. The Tuff artist, who is disabled…

D’Angel Wants Talk Show Success Like Oprah Winfrey

Dancehall artist D’Angel is no stranger to adopting new hats, and she’s eyeing talk show host next.  “I’m hoping that one day I’ll have my own talk show like Oprah…