Dancehall star Rygin King is back on Jamaican soil after months in US immigration detention, choosing to return home amid concerns over his health, according to sources close to the entertainer. The Tuff deejay arrived on Thursday, October 22, after opting for what sources described as “voluntary deportation” rather than remaining in detention. His return […]
Read MoreInfluencer ‘Michii’ among eight charged in multimillion-dollar US bank fraud case
Jamaican social media personality Michelle “Michii” Hylton is facing federal charges in New York over an alleged multimillion-dollar bank fraud scheme in which prosecutors say social media served as a recruiting tool.Hylton, 33, of the Bronx, is among eight defendants named in an indictment unsealed on Wednesday, October 21. Each faces charges of bank fraud […]
Read MoreG Cole puts Jamaica on wax with ‘Black Green and Reggae’
G Cole’s Black Green and Reggae brings Jamaican identity, friendship and reflection to a 12-track release available digitally and on vinyl.
Read MoreSkengdon revival through VP Records brings dancehall’s golden grooves to a new audience
Before a stream could count a listener, a Jamaican dancefloor could make a record. Kenneth “Skengman” Black built his Skengdon label close to that unforgiving proving ground; four decades later, its recordings are being restored for an audience far beyond the reach of the original sound boxes. Albums featuring Super Cat, Nicodemus and Little John […]
Read MorePopcaan’s reported U.S. visa breakthrough puts American fans on alert
Popcaan has reportedly secured his U.S. visa, with sister Unruly Squid celebrating the milestone. American concert dates have yet to be announced.
Read MoreNadine Sutherland was stunning in her red dress as she collected key to the city of Tamarac
Reggae music icon Nadine Sutherland brought the red dress. The city of Tamarac brought the flowers—and a key to the city. The Jamaican music icon was honored on October 10 at the second annual Red Gala at the Tamarac Community Center in Florida. But beyond the beautifully decorated venue and civic recognition, one detail made […]
Read MoreVybz Kartel hits 4 million followers on Instagram, joining Shenseea and Spice
The Worl Boss has hit another big number—this time without releasing a record.Vybz Kartel has crossed four million Instagram followers, becoming the first male dancehall artiste to reach the milestone and joining Shenseea and Spice as the only living Jamaican artistes at that level, according to the supplied figures. The women still lead the pack. […]
Read MoreUnforgettable Kay boxes Mackerel at Swiss Lee birthday party
Social-media posts have alleged an altercation involving Unforgettable Kay and Mackerel at a Swiss Lee party; the circumstances and date remain unverified “Mackerel tek up mi phone and walk way. Mi did a go charge after Mackerel but it no worth it. Oonu never see Mackerel ah charge after me come back. Wah yu expect […]
Read MoreMalie Donn’s ‘Golden Child’ makes international chart strides
Malie Donn’s debut album records reported Apple Music reggae chart successes across Caribbean and international markets, following its September 4 release.
Read MoreRhoda Isabella, Jai Kingston lead free Praise in the Park concert
Praise in the Park returns to Emancipation Park on October 16 with Rhoda Isabella, Jai Kingston and Chantal Smalling Stephenson. Admission is free.
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