G-Mark's Blog – November 2013 Archive (26)

Main witness testifies in Vybz Kartel case

The prosecution’s main witness in the case in the murder case involving embattled Dancehall entertainer Vybz Kartel and his four co-accused, who were charged for the 2011 murder of Clive “Lizard” Williams gave chilling testimony today. Lamar Chow testified that he and Williams were taken inside a room, at Vybz Kartel's home in Havendale, where they…

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Added by G-Mark on November 27, 2013 at 12:35am — No Comments

Laden Deported Over "Spliff Tail"

A spliff tail has landed entertainer Laden in hot water with the United States.

Laden was deported back to Jamaica recently after a spliff tail was discovered in his pants pocket by immigration officials while he was being processed in the LAX in Los Angeles, California.…

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Added by G-Mark on November 26, 2013 at 12:30am — No Comments

Vybz Kartel Trial: Forensic Scientist Says Kartel’s House Purposely Set Ablaze

The murder trial of Dancehall DJ Vybz Kartel resumed this morning in the Home Circuit Court.

Special constable Kayan Murphy continued her testimony in the murder case involving dancehall artiste, Vybz Kartel.

Constable Murphy says that following the arrest of Kartel and…

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Added by G-Mark on November 25, 2013 at 9:13pm — No Comments

I prayed for freedom - Moonie - Says Kartel is in good spirits

Dancehall fashion designer Calvin 'Moonie' Haye says it's back to business at his company Halfa Moon Designs, following his 'not guilty' verdict at Wednesday's trial in the Clive 'Lizard' Williams murder case.

Haye, was one of five men charged alongside dancehall artiste Vybz Kartel, however, throughout the…

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Added by G-Mark on November 22, 2013 at 1:30pm — No Comments

Bob Marley today?

Ever wondered how the King of Reggae, Robert Nesta Marley, or some of your favourite dead celebrities would look aged, had they been alive today?

Well, a recent publication by www.sachsmedia.com has left little to the imagination as it relates to our beloved Bob Marley.

According to the article titled, 'Rock and Roll…

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Added by G-Mark on November 21, 2013 at 2:57pm — No Comments

Tessanne bolts into Top Eight

It was probably the most tense, nail-biting moment of The Voice thus far as fans of Tessanne Chin anxiously waited for her to be named among the top eight of the competition.

The appearance of sprint legend Usain Bolt on the American talent show the night before to offer his support to Chin could not have come…

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Added by G-Mark on November 20, 2013 at 11:26pm — No Comments

Two Jurors Get The Boot In Vybz Kartel Murder Tria

Day 2 of the jury selection in Vybz Kartel’s high-profile murder trial is currently underway.

IRIE FM’s Warren Bertram is in court and confirms to Music News that two of the jurors selected yesterday have been dismissed due to work and professional reasons.

The jury…

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Added by G-Mark on November 20, 2013 at 11:24pm — No Comments

Sizzla To Appeal US Ban

Sizzla Kalonji and his team plan to appeal his denied entry to the United States.

Sizzla was expected to tour the US beginning November 12 for a two month tour making stops in almost every state.

In a statement, Stephen Brush CEO of International Artist Agency said that…

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Added by G-Mark on November 19, 2013 at 3:15pm — No Comments

Super Cat's 'Reggaematic' rereleased

Downsound Records (DSR) has rereleased the single 'Reggaematic', recorded by superstar dancehall veteran Super Cat.

The single was produced by Super Cat's Wild Apache Productions and will be marketed by DSR's marketing arm, Contractor's Marketing.

Since it was released…

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Added by G-Mark on November 19, 2013 at 3:13pm — No Comments

Selection of jury continues in Vybz Kartel case

The selection of a jury in the murder case involving Dancehall entertainer Vybz Kartel and his five co-accused is set to continue today at 2 pm in the Home Circuit Court. Nine members of the jury were selected yesterday, however the process was not completed due to the unavailability of persons. Kartel whose real name is Adidja Palmer is charged…

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Added by G-Mark on November 19, 2013 at 11:34am — No Comments

Vybz Kartel enters not guilty plea

Controversial Dancehall entertainer Vybz Kartel and his five co-accused entered a not guilty plea this morning, in connection with the death of Clive “Lizard” Williams. A 12-member jury is now being selected in the case. Kartel whose real name is Adidja Palmer is charged along with members of his Portmore Empire gang Shawn Campbell o/c Shawn Storm,…

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Added by G-Mark on November 18, 2013 at 1:18pm — No Comments

Mr. Vegas Disses Bounty Killa On Track

Musical jabs are usually apparent at this time of year as many entertainers begin to fuel lyrical warfare among themselves in anticipation of Sting.

In a track dubbed Bury Him Fuss, Mr. Vegas comes out swinging at his nemesis Bounty Killa. Mimicking Bounty’s trademark voice, Vegas tease the warlord with the…

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Added by G-Mark on November 18, 2013 at 1:39am — No Comments

Teflon Cancels European Tour

European fans of Reggae artiste Teflon will have to wait a bit longer to see him grace a stage in that region following a decision by his management to temporarily pull the plug on his upcoming tour of the continent.

Teflon tells Music News that the decision came due to some contractual agreement. The…

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Added by G-Mark on November 18, 2013 at 1:31am — No Comments

Romain Virgo Cuts Management Team

Romain Virgo has applied some new management changes to his career that will take effect in the New Year.

Effective January 1, 2014, Vykings with whom Romain Virgo has been with for the past five years, is the official manager and booking agent for the singer.

Romain…

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Added by G-Mark on November 18, 2013 at 1:25am — No Comments

Tommy Lee Sparta Transferred For Surgery

Tommy Lee Sparta has been transferred to the Cornwall Regional Hospital from a private hospital last night to have surgery on his broken leg.

Tommy’s…

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Added by G-Mark on November 18, 2013 at 1:12am — No Comments

Demarco Pulls Woman From Crash

Demarco is being hailed a hero after he rescued a woman following a serious car accident on Saturday night in the vicinity of Burlington Avenue and Westminster Road.

Demarco tells Music News how he assisted the woman and ended up transporting her to the hospital.

The…

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Added by G-Mark on November 18, 2013 at 1:00am — No Comments

Gyptian album tops Billboard...asks Jamaica to buy albums and support artistes

Reggae artiste Gyptian, has topped Billboard's reggae chart with his latest studio album Love, Sex and Reggae. The artiste who's single Hold Yuh was certified gold by the RIAA earlier says Jamaicans need to lend more support to the music industry and quit being foreign minded.
According to the outspoken…
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Added by G-Mark on November 12, 2013 at 11:38pm — No Comments

Beenie Man To Perform In Israel

International entertainer Beenie Man is pulling out great audiences on his winter European tour which will pass through several countries.

Beenie Man’s tour started on October 31st and will end on December 3, 2013. On November 28, the "doctor" will head to the Middle East where he’s expected to perform in…

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Added by G-Mark on November 12, 2013 at 11:13pm — No Comments

Tommy Lee Injured In Deadly Car Crash

Tommy Lee Sparta is currently hospitalized following a deadly car crash.

The “Spartan Angel” deejay crashed his car while en route to his birthday bash on the Montego Bay hip strip on Sunday.

Sources close to the Guzu Musiq head confirmed with Urban Islandz that the…

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Added by G-Mark on November 11, 2013 at 12:58am — No Comments

STING Calls Cobra's $50,000US Request RIDICULOUS!

Mad Cobra’s request to have Sting organizers pay him $50,000US for a performance at the annual Boxing Day stage show has fallen thru the cracks.

One of Sting’s main organizers and Downsound Records CEO Joseph Bagdanovich says Cobra’s request is absurd!!! Joe explains to Music News that his mission is to build…

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Added by G-Mark on November 11, 2013 at 12:51am — No Comments

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