LUCIANO is the only Jamaica-based artiste nominated in the Reggae category for the Juno Awards, scheduled for April 1 at the Scotiabank Place in Ottawa.

The roots reggae singer has been recognised for his collaborations with Canada-based reggae act Dubmatix on the songs Seeds of Love and…

International Reggae/dancehall artiste Khago has denied allegations that he is a member of the controversial Freemason secret society. According to the artiste, critics are merely seeking to smear his reputation.

Khago told The WEEKEND STAR that a close affiliate informed him that persons were tracing the…

Emcee Nuffy is seeking damages in the sum of ten million dollars from a company in the print media for defamation of character.

Nuffy speaks with Music News from Atlanta, Georgia.  

The article dated…

A new documentary on the life of reggae legend Bob Marley is scheduled to open April 20 in the United States. Directed by Scottish director, Kevin Macdonald, Marley will be distributed by Magnolia Pictures.

According to the Hollywood Reporter publication, the documentary will be shown in theatres, and will be…

The Jamaica Music Society (JAMMS) has started a campaign to enforce copyright rules for promoters who have music played at their events.

According to Evon Mullings, general manager of JAMMS, the rules existed from as far back as 1993.

"JAMMS is established under the…

Paul Elliot is threatening to take legal action against fellow entertainer Merciless if he continues to tarnish his reputation.

According to Elliot, if Merciless continues to say offensive things about him during his stage performances and in his songs he will be forced to sue the deejay for…

Mutabatuka is warning imposters pretending to be him on social networking sites to desist.

Muta who explains that he doesn’t have a, says the person twitting terrible messages on twitter under his name should discontinue.  …

A firestorm seems to be brewing between the organizers of Reggae Sumfest and R&B singer R Kelly.

Music News understands that two hundred and seventy five thousand US dollars was supposedly paid to R Kelly who was expected to perform at Reggae Sumfest last year. However, it is alleged that the…

  WITH Rita Marley proudly sitting in the front row of the audience, Bob Marley's life was celebrated with some powerful performances at the Emancipation Park, New Kingston on Sunday evening.

Cocoa Tea, I-Octane and Judy Mowatt gave the large crowd that turned out to the free show — organised by the…

Elephant Man and his longtime manager Q45 have rekindled their musical relationship after severing ties last year.

The move to reunite came following Elephant Man’s arrested last Monday. The dancehall deejay has been charged with rape and sexual assault of a 31-year-old woman.…

Born on February 6, 1945, in Jamaica, singer, musician and songwriter Bob Marley helped introduce reggae music to the world and remains one of its most beloved artists to this day.

In celebration of Bob Marley’s 67^th birthday, IRIE FM was at the Bob Marley Museum AT 56 Hope Road…

Mavado is to return the Montego Bay R-M court on March 7 where he will answer to charges of malicious destruction of property and assault.

Music News understands that the singjay’s attorney asked for the case to be delayed so they can further assess documents submitted by the prosecution.…

Today, Bob Marley would have turned 67 years old. There will be several events around the world marking the reggae legend’s birthday. In December 1976, Marley was involved in a tragic incident in which he, his wife Rita, manager Don Taylor, and a friend, were shot at his Hope Road home. Reporter Leslie Miles, then working with the Daily News, was at…

CURTIS CAMPBELL, STAR Writer

Veteran dancehall artiste Lady G believes she is still a hit maker. According to the foundation dancehall artiste, despite not being visible on the local platform, she is never out of the music industry.

"I have always been doing my music…

Dancehall artiste Potential Kidd has been getting much attention for his latest single Chicken Gravy (A Yah Suh Nice).

The artiste, who hails from Trench Town, West Kingston, believes he is destined to be a star.

"A yah suh Bob Marley come from and suh mi must have…

International reggae artiste Tarrus Riley has once again joined forces with radio station Irie FM to present the Tarrus Riley/Irie FM Freedom Writer competition.

The competition seeks to unearth the creativity of teenagers and their knowledge about Black History.…

On Ash Wednesday, February 22, theatre goers are being invited to enjoy a special showing of Dahlia Harris' hilariously funny and deeply moving comedy, 'Back -a-Yaad', directed by Blakka Ellis.

It will more than just the play that evening. Special features are promised, free hugs for the ladies from Ity &…

Dancehall artiste Serani has been blazing a trail on his European tour and has no intention of slowing down.

The singer, who is known for his popular hits including, Doh, No Games and She Loves Me, says the reception he has garnered thus far has been phenomenal.

"All the…

Newcomer Rasco and Chan Dizzy have struck gold with their collaborative single Anytime which was produced by Russian for Head Concussion Records.

The track has been getting ample airtime on radio stations here in Jamaica, as well as in the Caribbean, the UK and parts of Europe.…

The principal of a high school in St Catherine is now conducting an investigation after two students, known to be a couple, were recently allowed to 'exchange wedding vows' and kiss openly in a ceremony conducted by a security guard.

The wedding ceremony reportedly occurred last Wednesday about 2…