Behind The Scenes Wayne Wonder “Reset It” Video Shoot in Portland Jamaica
Wayne Wonder Gives Us A Look At The Picturesque Parish Of Portland Grammy nominated Reggae singer Wayne Wonder took to beautiful Portland Jamaica last week Wednesday to shoot scenes for his upcoming music video for the single “Reset It.” The video which was directed by Icey Jace Film Factory was shot across several popular locations in the […]
Kartel Found Not Guilty in First Murder Case
The Werlboss Has Beaten The First Case—One More To Go Vybz Kartel is one step closer to being set free on themurder charges. Days after deliberating in Jamaica’s Home Circuit Court, Judge Bryan Sykes has denied the motion to review statements from two witnesses. Since the trial began, reports have surfaced that the prosecution’s arguments […]
WATCH THIS: I-Octane “Happy Time” Official Video PREMIERE
Brand New Visuals Bring The Party Vibes Straight Octane says he’s “Done with the crime and the drama.” Time to “touch the road fresh like river water.” The title track from Good Good productions sunny Happy Tyme riddim finally has the bashy house party video it so richly deserves, and the ting tun up till it buck. […]
Gyptian’s “Hold Yuh” Goes Gold
Gwan Gyppy! Go For The Gold July 24 marks the three year anniversary of Gyptian’s “Hold Yuh,” his most recognized hit that has topped the Billboard, Canadian and UK charts since its release. Most recently, the single—produced by Brooklyn’s own Ricky Blaze—has been certified gold by the Recording Industry Association of America and is being […]
WATCH THIS: Vybz Kartel Intros the Portmore Empire
The Werlboss Bigs Up His Gaza Affiliates The year is 2011. Vybz Kartel is a free man at the peak of his fame and success. Shortly after ripping the stage at Reggae Sumfest Dancehall Night, he welcomes Boomshots into his backstage tent to meet the members of his Portmore Empire crew, from Popcaan “The Prefect” […]
Vybz Kartel’s Trial Postponed Again
But The Werlboss Vows He Won’t Let The System Break Him The wait is still not over. After being ordered to wait until the new year to commence his trial, The Werlboss now faces another setback. We’re starting to get the feeling that the court is not in any hurry to see this trial go […]
Author Treks Through Jamaica, Africa, and the USA “Searching For Zion”
Emily Raboteau’s New Book Is One Reggae Lover’s Literary Quest For The Promised Land In her book Searching For Zion, Emily Raboteau sets off on a diasporic quest for the mythical promised land that so many reggae artists have sung about over the years. If you’ve ever been puzzled by songs like Demond Dekker’s “The […]
Busy Signal Is Free At Last
Fresh Out Of Prison, Busy Gives Thanks To God As He Touches Back Down On Jamaican Turf Tweeting “Guess who’s back? God is GOOD!” Busy signal announced his return to Jamaica on Friday November 17, four days ahead of schedule but not a moment too soon. Incarcerated since May 21 for absconding from an old […]
INTERVIEW: Up Close With Kehv
Find Out Why They Call Him “The Prince Of Reggae Soul” Kehv is a soulful reggae artist who’s been doing his thing for quite some time now—almost a decade to be exact. You may not know his name yet but pay attention: Kehv has international appeal and fans across the globe. We’re going to give […]
INTERVIEW: Tanya Stephens, Forever Vocal
We Can Always Depend on Tanya to Tell It Like It Is When it comes to the reggae/dancehall genre, the competition is fierce—and mostly dominated by males. There is no shortage of female artists however, holding their own and showing their prowess. Many come and go, while a select few have earned their veteran stripes. […]
WATCH THIS: Mr. Vegas “Ready To Rise Again” Video
Reggae Star Pours Out His Heartaches At RockHouse Foundation Benefit in NYC “Thanks to God almighty, for giving me the strength to perform at the RockHouse Foundation‘s annual benefit to raise money to build schools in Jamaica this evening,” wrote Mr. Vegas late last night on his Facebook page—the same Facebook page where he posted […]
INTERVIEW: “Swagga Dem” Stylo G Speaks On Style
Reshma B Reasons With Stylo G: Part 1 of 3 Last summer when “Call Me A Yardie” seemed to blasting out of every passing car in London, we caught up with Stylo G for an in-depth interview. Since that time, the song has only gotten bigger, and Stylo’s continued to solidify his position as the […]