While dancehall artistes have been, for the most part, adhering to the Broadcasting Commission's 'no-beep' rule, there is growing discontent about a double standard when it comes to the way foreign music is treated.
The general belief shared by the artistes is that hip-hop music is not regulated by the…
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Jamaican reggae artistes are not happy with Robert Mugabe's controversial statement about Jamaican men being hooked on weed and always drunk.
According to a report on www.thezimbabwemail.net, the Zimbabwean president, during a 'distinguished lecture'…
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LAST Saturday's controversial police shooting of Kayann Lamont in Yallahs, St Thomas, has been condemned in song by reggae artiste Anthony B.
The song, Too Hard Now, will be released on Tuesday. It is co-produced by Irie Vibration, an Austrian company and Anthony B's Born Fire Music.…
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The Ministry of Health has denied pulling a safe sex ad done by sinjay Konshens for local television.
Rumours had begun circulating that the ad was pulled from television following the release of the video for a song called Clap Dat - a collaboration with deejay Leftside.…
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While awaiting for her bundle of joy to arrive at the end of the month, it seems as though Jamaican beauty queen Yendi Phillipps has another reason to celebrate.
Phillipps got tongues wagging when she was on the popular morning show, 'Smile Jamaica', rocking 'some bling' on her wedding…
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Lyrical sensation Aidonia has been dominating the market with new songs over the summer, so much so that the fans have given him the idea of ven-turing on the entrepreneur side.
The T-shirt line 'Run Road' came about after the release of the smashing single Run Road sang by Aidonia and…
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Former J.O.P., member Navino, says he was threatened by members of Aidonia's entourage. According to Navino, he has distanced himself from Aidonia since leaving the camp earlier this year. However, Aidonia's cronies are still looking to stir trouble.
"Wi deh a one party a Old Harbour road and mi perform before…
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Popcaan’s new t-shirt line has been revealed.
The T-shirts for male and female comes in a wide array of colours including pink, dark and light blue, orange, red and white.
The front of the shirt features slangs created by Papi such as Yow, Peppa Skull, Fry Yiy and Wha…
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FOUR years ago when Barack Obama was on the verge of becoming the first black president of the United States, the reggae community threw its weight behind him.
Singers Cocoa Tea and Screwdriver and singjay Tony Rebel were some of the artistes who recorded songs in tribute to the Democratic senator from Illinois…
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Tommy Lee and Mavado's camps have distanced themselves from fake Facebook accounts that have been created on their behalves.
Both camps have denounced the pages after a Facebook page called 'Mavado The Real David Brooks' posted an update stating that Mavado collaborated with Tommy Lee, Notnice, So Unique…
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Top-flight deejay Popcaan, once believed to be one of incarcerated DJ Vybz Kartel's loyal lieutenants, has spoken out about his Gaza status on Saturday night during his back-to-school treat at 3 West, Greater Portmore.
"Gaza fe life," he said while expressing that not even Kartel can stop him from seh Gaza,…
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What are the odds of Mavado and PopCaan being featured on the same track?
Well, Music News has been reliably informed that Snoop Lion formerly Snoop Dogg has facilitated the collab.
Yes, Mavado and PopCaan are featured on Snoop’s new single dubbed Lighters Up for…
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Dancehall artiste and former Portmore Empire member Lisa Hyper says fellow dancehall artiste Tifa is a troublemaker under pretence.
According to Lisa Hyper, she and Tifa have been at odds since 2009 because the Spell It Out deejay hurled lyrical shots at her during her…
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Says deejay is under the influence of demons
At least one member of the Christian community has declared that he has a problem with dancehall artiste Tommy Lee's song 'Uncle Demon'. According to Wayne Clarke of the Christian Fellowship World Outreach Church, the deejay is in urgent need of some serious…
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Police have nabbed the main suspect allegedly responsible for the pornographic website that has exposed some entertainers, public figures and college women.
The website Jamaicangirlsexposed has created havoc following the revelation of videos and pictures depicting persons taking part in sexual activities and…
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Dancehall deejay Cecile has given birth to a bouncing baby girl.
Music News understands that the child was born on Tuesday afternoon.
Congrats to Cecile and singer Christopher…
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With the start of the new school year fast approaching, dancehall artiste Tanto Black is playing his part in giving back to his community.
The artiste is gearing up for his upcoming event which will also incorporate a back-to-school treat .
The event titled 'Full Moon…
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International recording superstar Beenie Man returned to the island yesterday to celebrate his birthday with a party at Oneil's Place on Hagley Park Road, St Andrew, today.
"The event ah go mad, all ladies come out early, yu free before midnight and no worry if yu nuh have no money, Beenie Man ah the girls dem…
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With Vybz Kartel in lockup, many have expressed the view that dancehall has become stagnant. However, some industry insiders believe the industry is still very active.
The artiste has been in jail since October and is currently facing two murder charges, conspiracy to murder, illegal possession of a firearm and…
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