Jamaica Dancehall Music

Mavado Disgruntled with Investigations

2012-01-27T20:32:00.001-05:00

HWT (Power106): Dancehall entertainer Mavado is bemoaning the protracted period it is taking police investigators to complete their probe into a June 2011 incident, in which one of his associates was shot dead by cops at the Quad nightclub in New Kingston. In a statement released to the media, Mavado, whose real name is David Brooks said as a witness to the incident, he is troubled by the pace of

Mr. G disses Baby Cham

2012-01-27T20:27:00.001-05:00

Dancehall deejay Mr. G has lashed out against fellow dancehall artiste Baby Cham because of comments that Cham made during a recent Onstage interview that seemed to speak disparagingly of Mr. G and former stablemate Red Rat's early careers. "How Baby Cham fi talk say inna 1996-7, him have bigger songs than Rat and me by far, but the only thing him never get was promotion, and how much him never

DJ Alpachino in Trouble

2012-01-27T20:05:00.001-05:00

NORTH STREET (Star): Deejay and sound engineer Alpachino, whose real name is Anthony Williams, has been freed of charges of illegal possession of firearm and ammunition. Williams, 38, was charged jointly with Junior Edwards, 23, of Frome, Westmoreland, who was also freed of the charges. The men were tried in the regional Gun Court, St James. Allegations are that on May 13, 2011, the police

Reggae Star Shaggy album to Release February

2012-01-27T19:50:00.001-05:00

KINGSTON (Observer): SEVEN months after its digital release, Summer in Kingston, deejay Shaggy's 10th studio album, is set for re-release next month. It coincides with the dancehall star's fourth nomination for Best Reggae album at next month's 54th Grammy Awards. In an interview with Splash, Shaggy said the re-release has two additional songs and a new version of a key track. "Initially we

Romain Virgo and Mavado amongst top artiste for the year 2011

2012-01-27T18:01:00.000-05:00

KINGSTON (Observer):RISING Star winner Romain Virgo has been named artiste of 2011 by the Jamaica Reggae Industry Association (JaRIA). Virgo was named among a long list of entertainers and others who will be recognised at JaRIA's annual awards ceremony to be held at Emancipation Park on February 25, and serve as a climax for the activities in observance of Reggae Month. The Artiste of Year

Mavado to Perform in Harare Zimbabwe

2012-01-26T18:45:00.001-05:00

Tomorrow, Mavado will perform at the Chitungwiza Aquatic Complex. Local acts, Guspy Warrior, Ricky Fire, Dadza D, Junior Fire, Godfather Sniper, Military SK, Lady Squandaa, Lady B, Inno T and Garry B will raise the curtain the dancehall star.

Vybz Kartel's 'Tell You Say' Rihanna's favourite

2012-01-26T18:32:00.000-05:00

It's not hard to hear the dancehall influences on many of Rihanna's hits, including "Rude Boy" and "Man Down." The singer recently tweeted that she was listening to this track by Jamaica's most controversial dancehall artist, Vybz Kartel, who is currently in jail on murder charges relating to the July death of music promoter Barrington "Bossie" Burton and the August killing of Clive "Lizard"

'If I am Dating Bounty Killer it is My Business Stay Outa Mi Life' Says Gabriel

2012-01-26T18:23:00.001-05:00

Why do our female artists behave in irresponsible ways that discredit their reputation and even their entire career? How far does Gabriel intend to go with a relationship that everyone knows will end up with her being in the hospital and the war-lord in jail? Recently, news about Bounty Killer and new comer Gabriel's Dating relationship has been spreading like wildfire from one end to the next

Mavado not married?

2012-01-26T07:33:00.001-05:00

It has been reported on several news outlets that Dancehall superstar Mavado recently got married to his longtime companion, Monique McKenzie. However Mavado's manager Julian Griffithswould like to inform the public that it's just a rumor that was started by a certain Gossip website. According to one of the reports: A supposed copy of their marriage license application can be found on the

Brand New Song from POPCAAN

2012-01-25T22:24:00.002-05:00

Brand ne song from POPCAAN this one is called "STAY FAR" on the "FREN ENEMY RIDDIM" by none other than TJ RECORDS, this track was released JANUARY 2012

Mavado's Statment on the Death of His Friend

2012-01-25T06:54:00.003-05:00

I David Brooks wish to make the following statement: On the 13th June 2011, arising out of an incident which took place at the Quad nightclub in New Kingston where Conroy Edwards aka “Connie” was fatally shot whilst being unarmed. To date, this matter continues to be the subject of investigations with the lapse of seven (7) months. READ MORE HERE The matter became one of public interest to the

Twins of Twins still bickering ..re sting 2011 defeat

2012-01-24T20:11:00.002-05:00

KINGSTON(Star): Dancehall artistes Twin of Twins are at it again. The deejays have released a single, Lucky Boy, in which they claim Tony Matterhorn fears them and only won the December Sting clash by default. In a section of the song which raises questions about Tony Matterhorn's victory, the Twins claim; "Sickness is a thing though what a lucky bwoy, It's either, the bwoy touch the monkey or

Dancehall Star Mavado Married?

2012-01-24T18:18:00.001-05:00

Mavado and Girl We are not absolutely sure but there is a buzz going around that top Jamaican dancehall act Mavado has tied the Knot.... Speculations are that the GullyGod has married one of his baby mothers. Mavado is well known to have quite a few baby mothers so one is not certain as who is the lucky girl... Time will tell if this prooves true..

Top 10 Dancehall Reggae in Jamaica Jan 20 2012

2012-01-23T23:24:00.001-05:00

In the latest set of Top 10 Dancehall and Reggae Music in Jamaica.. we have a new entry with mavado with a tune called "stay far" on the Sunrise riddim. Not much changes overall in the chart... Khago drops out and Popcaan stil dominate the top spots... holding out on number one and two spots.. 10. Mavado - Stay Out Dem Way/Stay Far - Sunrise Riddim 9. Burn Dem Bridge - I-Octane (Steven Di Genius

Brand new song from Bounty Killer called Thine Will Be Done

2012-01-23T23:08:00.001-05:00

Brand new Bounty Killer... Bounty Killer singing... lol... it doesnt sound too bad. I like this one.. he certainly need to do more good sounding tunes..because right now Singj Popcaan can ask for more chedda at shows...or even more shows..than the ole dinasour Bounty ...so he had to get with it.. check it out its called "Thine Will Be Done" on the "Cool Out Riddim"

D'angel pens love triangle not about Beenie Man and Bounty Killer?

2012-01-23T08:17:00.001-05:00

Kingston(Observer) DANCEHALL artiste D'Angel has penned a novel entitled, Love Triangle. It is set for release in late February. Love Triangle is the first of a two-book deal between the artiste and Pageturner Publishing House. The other publication, Break Free, a tell-all autobiographical effort, should be released at year end. Love Triangle is about three fictional characters Dylan, Brandy

Notnice will work with All Artiste after Splitt with Corey Todd

2012-01-22T11:49:00.000-05:00

LYNDURST ROAD (Rjr): Dancehall producer NotNice is refuting reports that he is not willing to work with some artistes. The artiste says he wants to work with artistes from all camps for 2012. News broke last week that the former Gaza affiliated producer had parted ways with his most recent partner Corey Todd. Following the announcement, NotNice reported that he had no interest in musical

Khago leaves Corey Todd

2012-01-20T07:40:00.002-05:00

Khago ....photo by MisPamela KINGSTON (Star): International recording artiste Khago has signed a production and booking deal with Stashment Records to boost his presence in the marketplace both here and in the US. "Since Stashment has been involved in my career, things just step up, everything in terms of my street presence, my radio play. I have shot videos for my hit songs like Tax Inna My

WTF Crazy Fan Tattoos 'Free Vybz Kartel' On Her Face

2012-01-20T07:38:00.000-05:00

WTF! Crazy Fan Tattoos 'Free Vybz Kartel' On Her Face

Vybz Kartel assets not seized

2012-01-19T07:53:00.001-05:00

KINGSTON(Observer): CONTRARY to media reports, the assets of embattled deejay Vybz Kartel have not been seized. According to Assistant Commissioner of Police Elan Powell, head of Criminal Investigation Bureau, he was unaware of this. "I don't know anything about that and if that was the case, I would know," he told the Observer. According to reports, Kartel — whose real name is Adidja

Tommy Lee - War Wid Di Dead - The Business Riddim

2012-01-19T05:40:00.000-05:00

Brand New Song from what is left of the Pormore Empire/GazaSparta.. Tommy Lee.. with his unusual style Tommy continues to produce what is being described as dark muscic.. Check this one out...it depends on your taste...for me it can pass...not a hit though This one is called "War Wid Di Dead" on the The Business Riddim

Top Ten Dancehall and Reggae Songs as at the week of January 13 2012

2012-01-18T07:33:00.002-05:00

This is more or less the latest top dancehall and reggae songs in Jamaica as at the second week in January 2012 The Gaza people still hold on the top spots with a new Entry from Gaza Slim..who was recently released on Bail.. Sean Paul is out of it this week...idk if had anything to do with this Suck u Madda thin that he expressed recently LOL.. Check out the latest TOP TEN Songs in Jamaica right

Bounty Killer kicks out BridgeZ from ANG

2012-01-18T07:15:00.000-05:00

BridgeZ Bounty Killer recently disclosed that BridgeZ is no longer a member of the ANG...The ANG is a bunch young artiste that Bounty Killer is trying to burst on the scene...it is taking a bit of time....however we saw one member recently namely Iyara who name is being called often... But almost never one has heard of BridgeZ..It was recently BridgeZ was in a bit of a cat fight I'm not sure

Vybz Kartel Benz and other assests seized

2012-01-16T23:42:00.001-05:00

Vybz Kartel Benz and other assets seized

Mr Easy Disses Mr. Vegas....due to theft of song

2012-01-16T23:07:00.001-05:00

Mr Easy ...says mr Vegas stole his song "tek weh uself"....and when he callled Vegas about it ...Vegas asked him I didnt know you were badmind?.. Mr. Easy disses him by calling him "Mr Jump on it" with the calypso style...click here and check out the interview courtesy of wicked hype