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Bounty Killer Turns Self In

Popular deejay Bounty Killer, whose real name is Rodney Price, is to appear in the Gun Court today following a ruling by the director of public prosecutions (DPP) to have him charged in connection with an assault incident in New Kingston in September 2007. Price, accompanied by his lawyer, Tom Tavares-Finson, and manager, Julian Jones-Griffiths, turned himself in at the Half-Way Tree Police Station yesterday and was taken into custody. The deejay, who is known for songs such as Poor […]

todayJuly 10, 2009 21

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Drake Explains His Balance Between Rapping, Singing

While Drake works on his debut LP, Thank Me Later, the Toronto MC said there is no method to any of his madness. If he gets inspired to spit rhymes on a track, he'll get to it. If he wants to croon to a beat, that's what it will be. "The balance of singing and rapping has been blurred ever since I did So Far Gone," he said of his breakthrough mixtape. "I mean, I don't really have a formula […]

todayJuly 9, 2009 30

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SUPERCLUBS RESORTS OFFERS DISCOUNTED RATES FOR DREAM WEEKEND ARMBAND HOLDERS

SUPERCLUBS RESORTS OFFERS DISCOUNTED RATES TO ARMBAND HOLDERS FOR RED STRIPE DREAM WEEKEND Kingston, Jamaica – Always on the lookout for ways in which to better serve their patrons, the Superclubs All Inclusive Resorts will be offering rooms at special rates for armband holders for the Red Stripe Dream Weekend set for Independence Weekend, August 6 to 9, 2009. Two of the hotels in the chain – Hedonism II and the Grand Lido Negril – will slash rates on a […]

todayJuly 5, 2009 19

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Chino enjoying Spain

Dancehall artiste Chino has been creating a ruckus in England and Spain thus far. The artiste who left the island last week for a three-month tour in Europe and the USA has consistently performed in front of a full house each night. "The experience has been good so far.Europe, but Spain inparticular has a good vibe. The fans areloving the songs and performances and I have to say Spain is my favourite place so far.The best thing about European culture […]

todayJuly 3, 2009 13

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Charly Black shoots new videos

Multi-talented artiste Charly Black shot two new videos for his chart-topping single, 'Money Dreama', and his buzzing single, 'Nah Pay Mi Rent'. The videos were directed by Nordia Rose at Coppershot Studios, Tivoli Gardens, Flava Squad Studio and Twin Gates Plaza. There were cameo appearances by Sean Paul, Konshens, Coppershot Mark, Clarendon's Super Phonic Sound, Tony Matterhorn, Swatch International Sound, Biggy, DJ Flex, Diamond and G-Fuss from the immortal Stone Love, Nitty Kutchie, Nico Bam Bam and Scratchy B from […]

todayJuly 3, 2009 23

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Sumfest dedicated to Michael Jackson

MONTEGO BAY, ST James - This year's staging of Sumfest, the most successful reggae festival globally, will be dedicated to the memory of the late Michael Jackson, 'King of Pop'. "This year is going to be dedicated to Michael Jackson. Just like the BET awards, performers will sing some of Michael's songs and some of them are going to do some special songs in memory of the greatest entertainer I have ever seen in my lifetime and, I am sure, […]

todayJuly 3, 2009 16

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VP Records Unveils Extra Raw The Best of Lady Saw

VP Records will release Extra Raw: The Best of Lady Saw on July 14, 2009. This 18-track album and DVD encapsulates her most brilliant work over her 13 year career with VP with crucial hits from her catalogue and a bonus DVD featuring uncut and an explicitly electrifying 1997 New York City stage performance as well as her biggest music videos. Extra Raw features production by Dave Kelly, Tony “CD” Kelly, Richie D and John John of the Jammy’s camp. […]

todayJuly 1, 2009 22

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Mase Making Comeback, Inspired By Michael Jackson

During an interview with DJ Self of New York's Power 105.1 radio station (WWPR-FM) on Friday (June 26), former Bad Boy artist Mase not only aired a remix to Drake's "Best I Ever Had," his first release in five years, but he also said Michael Jackson's death is what inspired his return to music after an extended hiatus. "Mike passed away and it just lit the fire in me -- it made me go in the studio and do something. […]

todayJuly 1, 2009 46

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Michael Jackson Shot 3D Video Project Before Death

Two weeks before he died, Michael Jackson wrapped up work on an elaborate production dubbed the "Dome Project" that could be the final finished video piece overseen by the King of Pop, The Associated Press has learned. Jackson was apparently preparing to dazzle concert audiences in London with a high-tech show in which 3D images — some inspired by his "Thriller" era — would flash behind him as he performed on stage. "It was a groundbreaking effort," said Vince Pace, […]

todayJune 30, 2009 10

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Drake Signs With Lil Wayne's Young Money Label

Mixtapes are a movement. For some, giving away music could mean much more than trying to sell their tunes — but Drake played the game right. He started giving away his mixtape So Far Gone earlier this year, and the word of mouth spread with fans, his peers and record-company executives: a recent New York concert found [Warner Music exec] Lyor Cohen in the crowd, standing among screaming fans, along with Kanye West and Talib Kweli. Well, the wait is […]

todayJune 29, 2009 19

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