In the aftermath of Government Minister Olivia “Babsy” Grange’s decision to scrap the National Festival Song Competition this year, self-proclaimed ‘Dancehall Defender’ Senator Damion Crawford has asserted that the “main focus relating to the Culture portfolio”, which is held by her, has been lost.
Shenseea and Skillibeng represented for Jamaica at Hot 97 Summer Jam in New Jersey on Sunday (June 12).
Dancehall artists Macka Diamond and D’Angel have duelling tracks on an upcoming riddim after Angel accused Macka of undergoing body surgery.
Prime Minister Andrew Holness has weighed in on the recent banning of Skeng from performing at public events in Guyana, saying that the developments have left him feeling ashamed.
Prime Minister Andrew Holness has expressed unease about much of the content of the new music being recorded in Jamaica, chief among them Skillibeng’s Whap Whap and Brysco’s Code, which he says are sending the wrong message about the island, and which go against higher principles to which Jamaicans strive.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0RXEzyGCn9U It now seems customary for the Prime Minister of Barbados, the Honourable Mia Amor Mottley to use Bob Marley’s lyrics whenever she’s conveying urgent messages to her peers on the global stage.
Dancehall producer Donovan Germain’s comments that the decision by the Ministry of Culture and Entertainment to scrap the National Festival Song Competition this year, was fueled by the fact that too many of the entries contained references to Jamaica’s national dish, has not gone down well with some Jamaicans.
Rastafarian Reggae/Dancehall superstar Capleton is making it clear that despite being scheduled to headline the Jamaica Rum Festival’s concert, on June 25, he is not endorsing the consumption of alcohol.
Last month, Ugandan show promoter Chinedu Ikoroha of Cee Cee Entertainment Ltd moved for summary judgment in a 2019 lawsuit filed against Jamaican Dancehall superstar Mavado over his non-performance at a concert in the East African country in December 2012.
Dancehall producer Linval “Shabba” Thompson Jr., popularly known as Shab Don, has been charged with three counts of murder after being questioned in the presence of his attorney.
The Unruly Boss Popcaan and Miss World 2019 Toni-Ann Singh have sparked dating rumors after they shared a series of photos and videos, but some fans are not so convinced.
Jamaican singer Shenseea is off chasing ‘bigger dreams’ with four-time Grammy Award-winning music producers Stargate, who are best known for their extensive work with Rihanna, and who are the masterminds behind a string of Hot 100 No.
Dancehall artist Skeng‘s management team has responded to the Protocol singer’s purported ban from public performances in Guyana by the nation’s government, alleging that there is an attempt to unduly assign blame to the artist for a chaotic series of gun-blazing events that transpired at a stage show last month.
“I have to say here and now, that no artist like Skeng will ever come again into this country.”
Jamaican superstar Sean Paul says he isn’t the least bit discouraged by the fact that the numbers on his recent projects are not so hot.
Dancehall artist Kip Rich is gearing up for a hot Summer with his latest single, Rich Look featuring dancers Pata Skeng and KoolKid.
Two years ago, rumors circulated around the industry that Dancehall starlet Stylysh had a mystery illness, and that she was the latest victim of ‘obeah’.
Dancehall stars Popcaan and Jahmiel will be the headlining acts at Grenada’s New National Party (NNP) Youth Rally on the island tomorrow (June 10, 2022).
Skillibeng gave another ‘whapping’ performance, this time at the Echoplex theatre in Echo Park, Los Angeles last night and was back in the lab today with LA-based hitmaker Dijon ‘Mustard’ McFarlane.
Reggae label Greensleeves Publishing, American singer Chris Brown and his label Sony Music are looking to settle their legal dispute outside of court but will need more time to potentially do so, according to court documents obtained by DancehallMag.