A New Caribbean Christmas Song To Make Spirits Bright

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News Americas, New York, NY, December 16, 2024: Jamaican dancehall star Jahvillani has released a festive new track, “Criss-Muss Time,” offering fans a stylish and energetic anthem for the holiday season. The single, released on December 6 via VP Records, blends Jahvillani’s signature swagger with a UK drill-inspired beat produced by Tevin “YGF” Richards.

Jahvillani has released ‘Criss Muss Time’

In “Criss-Muss Time,” Jahvillani showcases his lifestyle with lyrics highlighting luxury, confidence, and his undeniable presence in the dancehall scene. With lines like “Dem cyaa call me nuh underdog,” the artist reaffirms his standing in the genre. Accompanying the track is a visually striking music video directed by DaManiac Visualz, also released on December 6.

Listen to “Criss-Muss Time” HERE: Jahvillani.lnk.to/CrissMussTime
Watch the Music Video HERE: YouTube

Jahvillani has cemented his place as a modern dancehall force, amassing over 100 million YouTube views and 85,000 monthly Spotify listeners. Known for his dynamic storytelling and commanding deejay skills, he has captivated fans globally through performances on platforms like Capital Xtra and BBC Radio 1Xtra.

His 2022 hit “Rockefeller” was highlighted by NPR Music as one of the year’s top tracks, and recent releases such as “Haad Ayse Pickney” and “Stars” have further solidified his reputation. In November, Jahvillani performed at Kingston’s Big Yard Studios for BBC Radio 1Xtra, showcasing his versatility as a top-tier dancehall artist.

About Jahvillani
Born Dujon Edwards in Saint Ann, Jamaica, Jahvillani blends vivid storytelling with modern dancehall and trap influences. His breakout hits, including “Wileside Government” and “Nuh Reason,” brought him international acclaim, and his debut album Dirt to Bentley in 2021 featured collaborations with artists like Skillibeng and Kranium. His upcoming album Re[tro]spect promises to continue this trajectory, fueled by tracks such as “MONEY-POWER-RESPECT” and “Gad Speed.”

“Criss-Muss Time” is now streaming on all major platforms, bringing the perfect mix of festive vibes and dancehall flair to the holiday season.

Cricket West Indies Names New CEO

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News Americas, New York, NY, December 16, 2024: Cricket West Indies (CWI) has announced the appointment of Chris Dehring as its new Chief Executive Officer (CEO), ushering in what officials describe as a transformative chapter for West Indies cricket. Dehring, a renowned Jamaican born entrepreneur and media innovator, will officially assume his role on February 1, 2025.

The announcement followed a global search process that attracted over 50 applicants from Europe, Australia, Afghanistan, India, and the Caribbean. CWI’s President, Dr. Kishore Shallow, described Dehring as “the best of the best,” highlighting his extensive track record of success across business, media, and cricket administration.

“Chris Dehring represents the best of the best—an innovator, strategist, business magnate, and passionate advocate for West Indies cricket,” Dr. Shallow said. “His return as an executive at West Indies cricket signals the dawn of an exciting new era as we work to reclaim our position as a dominant force in world cricket.”

Dehring is widely recognized as the founder of SportsMax, the Caribbean’s first sports television broadcaster, which reshaped the region’s media landscape by airing global events such as the FIFA World Cup and the NBA. He also co-founded Dehring, Bunting & Golding, Jamaica’s first investment bank, which became a financial powerhouse before being acquired by Scotiabank.

Additionally, his entrepreneurial ventures include launching ReadyTV, Jamaica’s first digital broadcast television service, and ReadyNET, the country’s first satellite internet provider.

Dehring’s contributions to cricket are well-established, having served as Managing Director and CEO of ICC Cricket World Cup 2007, where he successfully organized one of the most complex multi-nation sporting events in the Caribbean’s history.

In a statement, Dehring expressed enthusiasm for his return to West Indies cricket leadership.

“West Indies cricket has always held a special place in my heart,” Dehring said. “As a unifying force and a symbol of pride for our region, I am honored to return to an organization that holds great significance to our people. Together with the CWI team and stakeholders, I am committed to driving innovation, fostering talent, and reigniting the passion for West Indies cricket, both at home and globally.”

Dehring’s vision and expertise are expected to play a pivotal role in the resurgence of West Indies cricket, a sport deeply woven into the cultural fabric of the region.

Fight Over Butch Stewart Estate Spills Into Public

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News Americas, New York, NY, December 16, 2024: The family feud over the multi-billion-dollar estate of the late Jamaican-born hotel mogul, Gordon ‘Butch’ Stewart, has spilled further into the public eye, with a newly issued open letter adding fuel to the dispute surrounding the Sandals Resorts empire.

FLASHBACK – Invest Caribbean presented the ICN Leadership Awardee to the Gordon ‘Butch Stewart’ in 2014 for his investment, commitment, and dedication to the Caribbean. (Sharon Bennett image)

Since Stewart’s passing in January 2021, legal battles over his will and the management of his Bahamian-held estate have embroiled his family members in courts in Jamaica and the United States. The latest development sees U.S.-based Cheryl Hamersmith-Stewart, her three children, and Robert ‘Bobby’ Stewart, another of Butch’s Jamaican-born children, addressing an open letter to Adam Stewart, the CEO of Sandals Resorts International and ATL Group.

In the letter, the signatories accuse Adam of engaging in a media campaign via the Jamaica Observer, where he serves as executive chairman, to allegedly misrepresent their late father’s intentions for his estate.

“We are deeply disappointed that you have chosen to submit Butch’s family – our family – to this ‘trial by media,’” the letter states. “We cannot allow you to impugn the integrity of your father’s closest advisers and friends.”

The letter further claims that Butch Stewart left clear instructions for the division of his assets, which include provisions for a family-run board of directors with representation from all sides of the family. According to the letter, Adam Stewart was intended to receive a 16.67% share of the estate, rather than total control.

The authors of the letter allege that Adam has sought to overturn his father’s wishes and “resist the proper administration” of the estate. They accuse him of attempting to replace the current executors and withholding necessary financial information, which they claim has delayed the process of distributing the estate’s assets.

“These actions have disproportionately affected those siblings whom you have excluded from the benefits of the companies founded by your father,” the letter asserts, further stating that such resistance raises concerns about the future of the businesses and the interests of Sandals’ loyal employees.

The family members emphasize their commitment to ensuring that Gordon ‘Butch’ Stewart’s wishes are honored. “We remain absolutely committed to seeing to it that your father’s wishes are implemented, not defied, and that the businesses he worked so hard to create will flourish for the benefit of all stakeholders, not just you.”

The public nature of this dispute underscores the deep divisions within the Stewart family and casts a shadow over the legacy of one of the Caribbean’s most iconic business moguls.

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