KINGSTON, Jamaica: International recording star Sean Paul will be celebrating his birthday tonight (Wednesday, January 11) at the Fiction lounge as part of the party series Brand New Machine (BNM).

"What better place to celebrate than in Kingston, Jamaica?," said Sean Paul.…

Veteran entertainer, Freddie McGregor is disgruntled with the organizers of the 2012 Jamaica Jazz and Blues Festival.

The CEO of Big Ship Productions tells Music News he has taken a personal decision and will not perform at the annual event. Freddie McGregor laments that he refuses to play what he calls…

R&B superstar Alicia Keys is currently in Jamaica doing work at Geejam Studio in Portland.

A well-placed source who wished to remain anonymous, yesterday confirmed that Keys was in fact in the island and has been recording at the studio that also houses three deluxe cabins, one suite, a…

United Kingdom based BBC's Radio 1Xtra has chosen deejay Popcaan as one of its 'Hot 20 for 2012'. The deejay is the only Jamaican to appear on the list.

The list, which was revealed last week, is the station's collection of the 20 acts they think will make an impact in 2012.…

Local stars shone bright at 'Shaggy and Friends' on Saturday night at Jamaica House.

There were much-appreciated performances from the likes of Beres…

Local dancehall music producers Cashflow Records have scored over 100,000 views in a single day for their latest music video Wine. The single, performed and written by Cham, is the first release from Cashflow's upcoming compilation, The School Bag rhythm.

CashflowRecords which soared to popularity…

Shaggy has admitted that international singer Lauryn Hill was difficult.

The Grammy winning entertainer tested the patience of patrons after taking what seemed like forever before she took the stage forcing patrons to applause out of frustration.

Entertainer…

Controversial dancehall artist Vybz Kartel is to return to court on February 1, after he was remanded in the Corporate Area Resident Magistrate's Court.His compatriot Gaza Slim was given bail in the Home Circuit Court and must return to court on the same…

 REGGAE great Toots Hibbert, who recently underwent throat surgery, is recuperating and is expected to resume touring soon.

Toots's agent, Andrea Davis told the Sunday Observer that he is in good health and scheduled to honour several intimate dates within the next three weeks. She said…

 JAILED dancehall entertainers Vybz Kartel and Gaza Slim are scheduled to appear before the Corporate Area Resident Magistrate's Court today to answer to charges of conspiracy and attempting to pervert the course of justice.

Vybz Kartel, whose real name is Adidja Palmer and Gaza Slim, christened…

 Seminars, conferences and other educational fora organised by the Jamaica Reggae Industry Association (JaRIA) do not have the support and participation of younger members of the country's artiste fraternity.

This was the observation of renowned reggae artiste and JaRIA member Freddie…

I-Octane will release his debut album Crying To The Nation on February 14, 2012. The 16-track opus is a joint venture deal with reggae powerhouse VP Records and Scikron, which is owned and operated by Robert…

Reggae artiste Jah Cure and his wife, Kamila McDonald, are expecting a child.

Kamila seems to be in an advanced state of pregnancy based on pictures posted on her public Facebook page on November 28 in an album titled 'New Beginnings'.

In one of the…

 The year 2011 was a memorable year for dancehall artiste Tifa. Not only did she score multiple hits locally but she also had a number one single on the BBC1Xtra and MTV Base charts.

"This year is going to be a busy year for me because I plan to accomplish more on the international scene.…

 Rastafari reggae artiste Queen Ifrica is is expected to give birth to her third child in April. This will be the third child for Ifrica, who told Splash that she is enjoying the second trimester of pregnancy.

The singer, christened Ventrice Morgan, hinted at the media launch of Rebel Salute that the newest addition to her family will be a female…

 Reggae vocalist Singing Melody fresh from his December tour of Japan is now gearing up for the release of his sixth official studio album They Call Me Mr Melody.

The 13-track album which features never before heard singles from the artiste who, in addition to his solo career is a member…

Though Sting has long gone, Tony Matterhorn is still basking in his glory.

On the Entertainment Buzz Wednesday, Twin of Twins expressed via text that the only reason Matterhorn won the clash was because one of them was ill. Take a listen.…

Preparations are underway for Shaggy & Friends slated to take place this Saturday on the lawns of Jamaica House.

Grammy winner, Lauryn Hill is already on the island and has started rehearsals. Other international celebs expected to perform at Shaggy and Friends…