Dancehall Madness

Tanya Stephens 'Dirty Thoughts'

2012-05-26T18:10:00.000-04:00

May 26, 2012 KINGSTON, Jamaica - Reggae/ dancehall artiste Tanya Stephens is known for her lyrical mastery and thought provoking lyrics which resonate with music lovers all over the world. On her latest single Dirty Thoughts, the artiste outlines a story of endurance and standing by her man. “The song is really about endurance and just being there for your man during his ordeal. However I am

Natural Black pays homage to radio disc jocks

2012-05-25T14:58:00.000-04:00

May 25, 2012 Radio disc jocks have over the years played a vital role in bringing the music to the ears of the people. Reggae artiste Natural Black has recorded the song Tune In as homage to radio disc jocks all over the world that have consistently supported good quality music. Tune In is the latest from the Guyanese born reggae artiste who teamed up with producers Adrian ‘Donsome’ Hanson

Vybz Kartel Aka Worl Boss officially disbands the Portmore Empire

2012-05-25T13:31:00.003-04:00

May 25, 2012 After five years in existence and stamping their place as one of Dancehall’s most dominant crews, the Portmore Empire has officially disbanded. The shock announcement was made early Wednesday morning by Portmore Empire leader, Vybz Kartel, who issued a statement from jail confirming the group’s split through his Adidjaheim Records label. According to Kartel, this hails as the

Busy Signal Waives Right To Extradition Hearing

2012-05-24T14:51:00.000-04:00

May 24, 2012 Jamaican entertainer Busy Signal has waived his right to an extradition hearing in the US to be tried for absconding bail. Busy signal’s attorney KD Knight said this morning that his client should leave Jamaica within a month. And he said Busy Signal whose real name is Glendale Gordon can only be tried for the offence of absconding bail. This means that the US will not be

Cherine's "Eagles & Doves" gets support from major UK radio station

2012-05-23T15:03:00.000-04:00

May 23, 2012 Philadelphia, PA - - Jamaican songstress Cherine's "Eagles & Doves" has been selected by major UK radio station, KISS FM as their Kiss Fresh Track of the Week. The song has been receiving positive feedback from DJs both locally and international. "Eagles & Doves" is produced by Dream Queen and Shadow for the Dancehall-Soul Label and is the follow-up single to Cherine's

Etana Set For London CultureFest 2012

2012-05-23T00:04:00.000-04:00

May 23, 2012 Etana has released a brand new single affectionately titled from her favorite genre of music. The single, Reggae will be featured on the popular compilation series, Strictly The Best. The disc will be released this June. Reggae is a high quality production created by a group of young, talented musicians. The track was produced by A-Team Music and co-producer Shane Brown of Juke

Lyrics : DAMIAN “JR. GONG” MARLEY – SET UP SHOP

2012-05-23T00:00:00.000-04:00

May 23, 2012 Me hear say A man a look a breakfast Hear say ghetto youth dem a set up shop Gong to the zilla and me di yeah on the hill without a question Love in the street like a pedestrian If you love yourself then my suggestion Unno fi setup shop Notice when you see me and my crew And we so massive and a full up a ghetto youth And every man a fi make cash And hold it stead fast, give it you

Breaking News : Busy Signal arrested on extradition warrant

2012-05-22T00:05:00.002-04:00

May 22, 2012 Law enforcement agents have arrested another high profile figure from the West Kingston community, on an extradition warrant. Popular dancehall artiste, Busy Signal, whose real name is Glendale Gordon, was picked up at the Norman Manley International Airport, immediately after he stepped off a flight from the United Kingdom this afternoon. The entertainer was returning from a

Razz & Biggy embarks on classic ‘Reggae Journey’

2012-05-22T00:00:00.005-04:00

May 22, 2012 The talented duo have used their love and respect for Reggae to guide their hands at bundling in excess of 80 classic Reggae songs which have been produced over the years in a mixtape called ‘Reggae Journey’. The songs which made the list are indisputably classics within the Reggae space both in Jamaica and across the world, as few genres have been welcomed to so many cultures the

Dancehall Artiste Mavado Files Lawsuit Against Popular Magazine

2012-05-21T00:55:00.000-04:00

May 21, 2012 Internationally acclaimed Dancehall singjay David Brooks, more popularly known as Mavado is fighting back vigorously after reports emerged days ago regarding his visa status as well as his label situation. Several reports emerged earlier this week that the Gully Boss had been dropped from a concert scheduled to take place later this month at the Guvernment Entertainment Complex (

Romain Virgo's "The System" Hits Billboard Charts

2012-05-18T18:13:00.000-04:00

May 18, 2012 Kingston, Jamaica -Singer, Romain Virgo's new sophomore album, The System, has hit the Reggae Billboard chart. The album which was released last week made its debut in the number 6 spot yesterday. Romain, whose work has shown undeniable depth and maturity since the release of his excellent debut album, Romain Virgo, says he is elated by the news. "When I found out I was really

Beenie Man Says He Respects Homosexuals

2012-05-17T02:14:00.003-04:00

May 17, 2012 by Jodee Brown Internationally acclaimed Dancehall superstar, Beenie Man has publicly confirmed his stance regarding gay and lesbian critics who have continuously criticized him throughout his prestigious career. In a video posted via the official YouTube page of Rototom Sunsplash, the self-professed 'King of the Dancehall' issued a statement regarding the flack he’s received

Lyrics : Baby Cham feat. O - Back Way

2012-05-17T01:34:00.000-04:00

May 17, 2012 She want a man weh, man weh, man weh, man weh Give har di...hahahahahaha....... Ehhhhh...She need a...she she she she.... She need a, she need a man weh caaaw.. She need a man weh can turn up di heat Give har di touch and mek har heart skip a beat She need a man weh can tun it on sweet Give har di loving an mek she feel complete And mek she scream out baby Mek she bawl out baby

Vybz Kartel and Corey Todd to Resume Business Partnership

2012-05-15T19:21:00.001-04:00

Almost a year after severing business ties due to controversial circumstances, incarcerated Dancehall superstar, Vybz Kartel and prominent American entrepreneur, Corey Todd are set for a reunion. According to IRIE FM, the former business partners will be reuniting to carry out a recent business deal that was agreed to between the two parties. According to Todd’s publicist, Claude Mills, both

Bridgez takes on Europe with Bounty Killer to promote “The Crossover” Mixtape

2012-05-14T13:42:00.000-04:00

May 14, 2012 Alliance First Lady, Bridgez has been busy prepping for her Europe tour with the Alliance General; Bounty Killer. The tour goes hand in hand with the excitement that the new “Crossover” Mixtape created worldwide. The tour started May 10th in Rome, Italy and is expected to continue into early June. Bridgez will have the chance to perform for the crowd in countries such as France,

Lyrics & Video : KONSHENS - GAL A BUBBLE

2012-05-13T19:29:00.001-04:00

May 13, 2012 Yo.. how dah party ah look soh? Dog how dah party ah look soh? How mi gyal dem stand up and ah look soh? Wha you ah do to mi? Selecta,bounce dah 1 here fi deh gyal dem bubble pon, If yuh love fi see d gyal dem ah bubble put up yuh hand, Yuh play song fi gangster buss blank,now ah deh gyal dem time,play song fi gyal wine, Big selecta ah play yuh nuh rookie,Catch d base line

Rita Marley Inspires Prince Harry To Become Reggae DJ

2012-05-10T01:52:00.000-04:00

May 10, 2012 Prince Harry has reportedly been inspired to become a reggae DJ after meeting Bob Marley's widow, Rita, on a visit to Jamaica. Prince Harry The royal family have hobbies just like the rest of us, and Prince Harry has picked up a new one since he recently visited Jamaica. While he was in the Caribbean country, which is famous for its reggae music, he met Rita Marley. Rita is the

I-Octane Kicks Off North America and Europe Tour

2012-05-10T01:37:00.000-04:00

May 10, 2012 I-Octane has kicked of his six weeks promotion tour with a series of performances that will take him to see his many fans across the globe. After releasing a slew of new hits and his debut album 'Crying to the Nation', I-Octane is headed to Canada where he is scheduled to perform in Toronto, Montreal, Hamilton and Calgary. While in Canada I-Octane is also scheduled to visit

Ravi B and Isasha release new love song

2012-05-09T15:45:00.001-04:00

May 9, 2012 Port of Spain, Trinidad – The worlds of Chutney-Soca and Reggae have come together for what is being described as a major mid-year groovy ballad. Karma’s Ravi B and T&T Reggae crooner Isasha have combined musical styles for the new track entitled “Jab Jab Bahar Aaye”. This latest Caribbean collaboration is produced by top Trinidadian producer Big Rich of the ‘The Punkalunks

Romain Virgo Drops Album Today

2012-05-08T21:28:00.002-04:00

May 8, 2012 Kingston, Jamaica -- Singer, Romain Virgo will release his explosive sophomore album, The System today (Tuesday). The album which exhibits Romain's musical growth since releasing his self-entitled debut album, Romain Virgo in June 2010 features 15 hard-hitting tracks. He says this album does not represent a departure from the style which brought him to the fore, but there is

German Fans Request Reggae/Dancehall Doc. 'Shaka Pow' in Their Country

2012-05-08T20:01:00.005-04:00

May 8, 2012 Shaka Pow recently released an album entitled, "Dancing 101" a tribute to Reggae/Dancehall Dance icons Bogle and Ice that is quickly becoming a collectors item for dancehall fans across the world. Known and loved by European, American, Japanese and Jamaican Dancers, Shaka Pow's ease in engaging entertainers across other culture in the dancehall has lead him to perform or include

Vybz Kartel's New Track 'Slow Wine Pon It'

2012-05-08T00:02:00.001-04:00

May 8, 2012 Brick House Records has released on iTunes, it's first and newest Vybz Kartel track entitled, "Slow Wine Pon it" on the Whyer (wire) Fence riddim. The Reggae/Dancehall 'Worl Boss' who is currently incarcerated in Jamaican prisons has revolutionized the Jamaican street music best known as Dancehall and is missed among fans worldwide. This longing could have resulted in the trending

L.A Lewis Forms Gaza Federation?

2012-05-07T00:01:00.000-04:00

May 7, 2012 Just when you figured that Jamaican entertainer, L.A. Lewis was finally out of the public eye, the Seven Star General has returned to the scene in a more reputable light, as a musician. Lewis, who recently faced allegations of defacing public property with graffiti, has decided to turn his full attention to the music business as the outlandish entertainer has formed a new group

Alliance First Lady; Bridgez drops the long awaited "Crossover" Mixtape

2012-05-06T14:27:00.000-04:00

May 6, 2012 [Kingston,Jamaica] - Alliance First Lady, BridgeZ, long awaited mixtape "The Crossover” will finally be hitting the streets and available for download virally this upcoming Tuesday, May 8th, 2012. The “Crossover” mixtape has been creating a buzz worldwide especially in Europe where Bridgez will be touring along with Alliance leader Bounty Killer to promote the Crossover mixtape.

Dancehall Artiste Mavado Joins Cash Money Records

2012-05-05T16:07:00.000-04:00

May 5, 2012 The international platform for prominent Dancehall singjay, Mavado keeps growing after a major merger within hip-hop circles has made him part of another highly regarded record label. Last summer, Mavado signed his first international record deal with DJ Khaled’s We The Best Music Group and has since release reputable efforts such as Emergency with label mate, Ace Hood as well as

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