Deejay Buju Banton yesterday met with four members of San Francisco's gay community in what is being seen as a move to discuss the continued cancellations of the gigs at various points on his Rasta Got Soul tour of the United States, due to pressure from gay rights groups. This was reportedly Buju's first meeting ever with gay advocates, to put an end to the controversy that continues to plague him due to his song, Boom Bye Bye, which he […]
Dancehall artiste Blak Ryno was released yesterday after spending a night in jail for an alleged attack on his neighbour at his Winchester Estate apartment. The popular singer was slapped with two charges of unlawful wounding and assault occasioning bodily harm as a result. Police say the incident stemmed from a dispute over unpaid water bills by the artiste, whose real name is Romane Anderson. Reports are that about 7:15 p.m. on Saturday, the complainant, who is chairman of the […]
Dynamic sister duo, Brick and Lace, has gained international recognition by being nominated for three awards at the seventh annual Urban Music Awards to be held in London on November 2. Organised and hosted by the Invincible Media Group, this stellar event has previous winners and attendees such as Sean Paul, Jay Z, Beenie Man, Shakira and other high-profile names in the industry. Nominated for Best Duo or Group, Most Inspiring Act and Best R & B Act, Brick and […]
After many recent crowd-rousing performances and her US television debut on 'The Late Late Show' with Craig Ferguson, Jamaica's own Cherine Anderson returns to entertain television audiences, this time on the NBC Emmy-winning programme 'The Ellen DeGeneres Show'. Anderson and tour-mates Michael Franti and Spearhead will appear on 'Ellen' to perform their hit song Say Hey (I Love You) today (Wednesday, October 7). The tune, featuring Anderson, is produced by legendary hitmakers Sly and Robbie. The song is currently number […]
Currently sitting on top the CVM TV Hit List Charts with her hit single "Weak To You" singing sensation Sophia Brown and new comer Anthony Que are now promoting their new love ballad collab entitled "When You Love Someone". The song which was released late last week via online blogs and entertainment websites showcases both singers on a melodic jazz composition courtesy of Music Mecka Records and Chiney K Productions. According to Brown quality music is very important to her […]
PORT-OF-SPAIN, Trinidad (AP) - Authorities barred Jamaican rapper Bounty Killer from entering Trinidad for a weekend show where he was scheduled to appear, a concert promoter said Sunday. Verne Extavour, spokesman for Jacho Entertainment, told The Associated Press that Bounty Killer was turned away upon arrival and flew back to Jamaica. No explanation was given, Extavour said. Immigration officials did not immediately return a call seeking comment. The last time Bounty Killer was in Trinidad, he was arrested on stage […]
The dream of one day becoming rich and happy will continue says dancehall artiste Charly Black, but that doesn't mean life is the same since he had recorded the prophetic single Rich This Year. The selector, turned deejay, has in recent times, been enjoying a lot of star treatment and has become a popular figure in dancehall music. This, and many other changes have made the humble Trelawny-based artiste proud. "I feel proud of myself to know that people around […]
Jah Cure's music continues to be timeless, maintaining a constant presence on local, regional and international charts. For the second week in a row, the Sobe Entertainment/Danger Zone artiste maintains the number-one spot on the New York Reggae Chart. He holds this position with the hit, You'll Never Find which is on Don Corleon's Changes rhythm. The song is also bubbling at #6 on the South Florida Reggae Chart. You'll Never Find is #25 on Richie B's Weekly Music Countdown […]
'Retired' dancehall artiste Mr Vegas yesterday, launched two videos for his latest singles, Gallis and Sassa Step, while celebrating his birthday party, at Stone Love Headquarters, on Burlington Avenue, St Andrew. The videos, which were directed by well-known videographer Jay Will, were premiered in front of the singer's fans, friends and celebrity guests, on a big screen and got a warm welcome. Speaking about the prospects of the video, Mr Vegas said the aim was to show a brighter side […]
