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Chuky Theoutcome defends dancehall with ‘Jamaica Jamaica’

Dancehall artiste Chuky Theoutcome believes that the recent trend of authorities locking off entertainment events at 12 midnight has a negative impact on the wider community, and has recorded a song called ‘Jamaica Jamaica’ which articulates his beliefs. “I disagree totally with the locking of off dancehall parties at 12 am when it is widely […]

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Isiah Mentor says leave all vengeance to God with new song

Reggae artiste Isiah Mentor has a message for would-be vigilantes and citizens who engage in reprisal killings: leave all vengeance to God. The song, ‘God ah Go Deal with Them’, will be released officially on iTunes on his own Village Roots label in October. “I wrote the song because I know that the ultimate punishment […]

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Should Masicka ignite a Gaza-Genahsyde feud? Corey Todd says yes, Masicka is the new heir apparent to Kartel’s throne WRITTEN: Claude Mills

Hardcore Genasyde fans were largely conflicted regarding a statement made this week by the artiste’s manager Corey Todd that suggested that there was no permanent Gaza-Genahsyde alliance, and that “Genahsyde stands alone”. Todd, who played an instrumental role in Vybz Kartel’s career, went on to muse that he would love if incarcerated dancehall kingpin Vybz […]

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Kingseyes says Jamaican music needs to return to its roots

Reggae artiste Kingseyes believes that local artistes have lost some of their significance and cultural significance on the Dark Continent because of the current glut of songs that glorify trigger-pulling, gang violence, misogyny and the sexual exploitation of women. “As an African who truly loves Jamaica and the people of Jamaica, Jamaican music and the […]

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Byron Murray is dead

Well-known music industry manager, producer and distributor Byron Murray is dead. “This morning I was informed by a former colleague who also worked at In Di Streets Records that he died yesterday. So I called his home and one of his sisters confirmed that it was true. I am very sad because I’ve lost a […]

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