A$AP Rocky Says Rihanna Inspires Him at Footwear Awards
December 5, 2024News Americas, New York, NY, December 5, 2024: A$AP Rocky took a moment to celebrate Rihanna, his partner and muse, during his acceptance speech at the 38th Annual Footwear News Achievement Awards (FNAAs) in New York City last night. The rapper received the Collaboration of the Year award for his successful partnership with Puma but […]
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Dancehall Icon Vybz Kartel To Return To The Stage This Month
December 4, 2024News Americas, New York, NY, December 4 2024: After 13 years behind bars, dancehall legend Vybz Kartel is reclaiming his throne with a triumphant return to the stage. The iconic artist, recently released from prison and nominated for his first GRAMMY Award, will headline the highly anticipated Freedom Street Concert on December 31, 2024, at […]
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US-Based Soca Artist Protests Vybz Kartel’s Carnival Friday Performance With Hunger Strike
November 29, 2024News Americas, NEW YORK, NY, Fri. November 29, 2024: U.S.-based Trinidadian Soca artist Kevon “Yankey Boy” Heath has launched a hunger strike to protest Jamaican dancehall star Vybz Kartel’s scheduled performance on Carnival Friday 2025 in Trinidad and Tobago. Kartel, known offstage as Adidja Palmer, is set to appear at the One Caribbean Music Festival […]
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Beres Hammond’s Just A Man Reissued for RSD Black Friday
November 28, 2024News Americas, New York, NY, November 28, 2024: Jamaican legendary reggae crooner, Beres Hammond’s Just A Man is set for an exclusive reissue on Black Friday, tomorrow, November 29, 2024. Beres Hammond – Just A Man It will be released through 17 North Parade, an imprint of VP Records, in collaboration with Harmony House, as […]
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Miss Trinidad and Tobago Crowned Miss Congeniality 2024
November 18, 2024News Americas, New York, NY, November 16, 2024: Trinidad and Tobago’s Miss Universe 2024 delegate, Jenelle Thongs, has been crowned Miss Congeniality at this year’s Nov. 16th competition, held in Mexico City, Mexico, a recognition that celebrates her warmth, kindness, and ability to connect meaningfully with others. The award is given to the contestant deemed […]
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These Are The Caribbean and Latin American Contestants In Miss Universe 2024
November 15, 2024News Americas, New York, NY, November 15, 2024: The stage is set for the 73rd Miss Universe pageant, which will crown a new winner tomorrow, November 16, 2024, in Mexico City, Mexico. Among the 130 contestants from around the globe are a dazzling array of competitors from the Caribbean and Latin America, each vying for […]
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Belize Born Rapper Shyne Opens Up About Diddy, Prison, And Redemption In New Documentary
November 15, 2024News Americas, New York, NY, November 15, 2024: Belize-born rapper-turned-politician Moses “Shyne” Barrow is finally sharing his side of the story about his decade-long prison sentence and his connection to Sean “Diddy” Combs. In the upcoming Hulu documentary The Honorable Shyne, premiering on November 18th, the film delves into Barrow’s rise to fame, his fall […]
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Rihanna Brings Fenty Beauty “Home”
November 12, 2024News Americas, New York, NY, Tues. Nov. 12, 2024: Rihanna’s iconic beauty brand, Fenty Beauty, is now available in the Caribbean, marking a meaningful homecoming for the Barbadian superstar. The Caribbean launch includes nine islands, including Barbados, where Rihanna was born, grew up and first found inspiration for her music and brand. Rihanna poses in […]
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The Grammy Nominations For Best Reggae, Latin, African Music Are In
November 8, 2024News Americas, NEW YORK, NY, Fri. Nov. 8, 2024: The 2025 Grammy nominations are in even though the ceremony won’t be until next February. Here are the best albums released minutes ago for Best Reggae Album, as well as Best Latin Pop, Best Latin Jazz , Best African Music Performance and Best Global Music performance. […]
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El Taiger’s Alleged Killer Extradited
November 8, 2024News Americas, NEW YORK, NY, Fri. Nov. 8, 2024: The man accused of fatally shooting Cuban reggaeton star José Manuel Carbajal Zaldívar, known as El Taiger, was extradited to Miami-Dade County on Wednesday, Nov. 6, 2024, following his arrest in New York. Damian Valdez-Galloso, 49, was taken into custody in Brooklyn on Oct. 29th by […]
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Guyana Honors Late Musician Dave Martins With Heartfelt Tribute
November 7, 2024News Americas, NEW YORK, NY, Thurs. Nov. 7, 2024: The Guyana Arthur Chung Conference Centre came alive on Saturday Nov. 2, 2024, as Guyanese nationally of all races, paid tribute to beloved cultural icon, Dave Martins, who passed away in August at age 90. Guyanese musician, Dave Martins, of Dave Martin and the Tradewinds fame, […]
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Beres Hammond’s ‘Just A Man’ To Be Reissued On Limited-Edition Vinyl
November 4, 2024News Americas, NEW YORK, NY, Mon. Nov. 4, 2024: 17 North Parade, an imprint of VP Records, in collaboration with Harmony House, will reissue Beres Hammond’s Just A Man on November 28, 2024, exclusively for Record Store Day Black Friday. This U.S.-only limited edition will feature a newly remastered colored vinyl pressing, showcasing the original […]
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Caribbean American Designers Shine As 2024 CFDA Award Winners
October 30, 2024News Americas, NEW YORK, NY, Weds. Oct. 30, 2024: Two Caribbean American designers have made waves as top winners of the prestigious 2024 Council of Fashion Designers of America (CFDA) Awards, known as the Oscars of American fashion. Sevdaliza and Raul Lopez, r., attend the 2024 CFDA Awards at American Museum of Natural History on […]
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Spragga Benz Net Worth Amid New Film
October 24, 2024News Americas, NEW YORK, NY, Thurs. Oct. 24, 2024: Spragga Benz, the iconic 90s Jamaican dancehall star with a net worth of estimated $5.2 million, is making waves once again – this time on the big screen. Spragga Benz in his new movie which is out on Oct. 27, 2024. The official trailer for his […]
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Mavado Net Worth And 2024 Performance, Single
October 24, 2024News Americas, NEW YORK, NY, Thurs. Oct. 24, 2024: Jamaican dancehall superstar Mavado is back on the concert stage, recently delivering a thrilling performance at the National Stadium in Guyana for the Cricket Carnival Super Concert. Fans can watch the full performance on YouTube. Born David Constantine Brooks, Mavado, also known as the “Gully Gad,” […]
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Some Of Dancehall’s Richest Entertainers Today
October 24, 2024News Americas, NEW YORK, NY, Tues. Oct. 22, 2024: There’s no denying that dancehall music has firmly established itself in the mainstream music scene. Its influence captivates many, with some eager to collaborate with its artists, while others embrace its lifestyle, culture, and vernacular. Regardless of your perspective, one thing is clear: dancehall has propelled […]
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Here’s What You Should Know About Angelina Jolie’s British-Jamaican “Boyfriend”
October 21, 2024News Americas, New York, NY, Mon. October 21, 2024: British Jamaican rapper, author, and activist Akala is making headlines alongside actress Angelina Jolie, 49, as the two were recently seen at the 68th BFI London Film Festival at The Royal Festival Hall. This sighting has fueled speculation about their relationship, following Akala’s appearance on Jolie’s […]
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Jamaican Actor Dianne Dixon Joins American Premiere Of Goodbye, Doctor
October 17, 2024News Americas, New York, NY, Thurs. Oct. 17, 2024: Award-winning Jamaican actor and singer, Dianne Dixon, is set to star in the American premiere of the psychological drama Goodbye, Doctor, which will open at The Jeffrey and Paula Gural Theatre at A.R.T./New York Theatres on October 24th. The play, written by internationally acclaimed playwright and […]
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Funeral For Cuban Artist El Taiger Set For Miami
October 16, 2024News Americas, New York, NY, October 16, 2024: The funeral for late Cuban reggaeton artist José Manuel Carbajal, known as “El Taiger,” will take place this Saturday at the Catholic Church of San Lázaro in Hialeah, Miami. Cubans light candles next to pictures of late reggaeton singer Jose Manuel Carbajal ‘El Taiger’ as they pay […]
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Vybz Kartel Tops Charts With New Single
October 14, 2024News Americas, New York, NY, Mon. Oct. 14, 2024: Jamaican dancehall icon Vybz Kartel is making waves on the music charts once again, 13 years after his release from prison. The artist, known for his pioneering influence in the genre, continues to prove his dominance with his latest releases. FLASHBACK – Vybz Kartel in New […]
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Caribbean Star Rihanna Models First Savage x Fenty x Diesel Collaboration
October 9, 2024News Americas, New York, NY, October 9, 2024:The first-ever Savage x Fenty x Diesel collaboration has officially arrived, featuring a sizzling lineup of lingerie and loungewear with bold, lacy silhouettes, thanks to the collabo with Caribbean born superstar, Rihanna. The collection seamlessly blends Savage x Fenty’s body-positive, sex-positive ethos with Diesel’s iconic edgy style. It […]
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Akon Drops New Single
October 7, 2024News Americas, New York, NY, Mon. Oct. 7, 2024: Senegalese-American international Grammy-winning superstar, Akon, is riding high on fan demand and critical acclaim after the release of a 30-second teaser for his highly anticipated new single, “Akon’s Beautiful Day.” The clip, shared on Instagram on October 4, 2024, via Konvict Kulture Records, went viral with […]
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Half A Decade Of Dance: Dance Grenada’s 5th Festival Honors Culture, Community and Innovation
October 4, 2024News Americas, New York, NY, Fri. October 4, 2024: The Dance Grenada Festival returns for its fifth season on the beautiful island of Grenada. Under the theme “From the Ground Up 5 Years and Beyond: Promoting Resiliency, Sustainability, & Freedom in the Arts,” this year’s festival honors this monumental milestone and the tenacity of dancers […]
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Shaggy Drops Three New Tracks
October 4, 2024News Americas, New York, NY, October 3, 2024: Grammy Award-winning and Diamond-selling reggae superstar Shaggy has just dropped three new tracks as part of his latest project, the Badman Riddim. The songs – “Selector Pull It” featuring Olaf Blackwood, “Rude Bwoy Sumthin” by Junior Cat, and “Sitt’n Fi Chat” by Spice – pay homage to […]
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Jamaican Suspense Drama Wins Best Caribbean Film at Toronto Nollywood Film Festival
October 4, 2024News Americas, New York, NY, October 4, 2024: The Jamaican suspense drama Behind Closed Doors, produced by Kingston-based Yaad Boiiz Productions, has won the prestigious Best Caribbean Film award at the Toronto International Nollywood Film Festival (TINFF). The film was honored during the festival, held from September 8 to 15 in Toronto, which showcased nearly […]
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10 Top British Caribbean-Roots Hollywood Actors You Should Know
October 3, 2024News Americas, LOS ANGELES, CA: British Caribbean-roots actors are making a major impact in Hollywood with several currently on major U.S. television shows or on the silver screen. Here are ten famous Caribbean actors you should know: 1: Naomie Harris Actress Naomie Harris’ roots extend to Jamaica and Trinidad. (Photo by Karwai Tang/WireImage) Born in […]
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Buju Banton Set to Perform in Canada After Receiving Visa Approval
October 3, 2024News Americas, New York, NY, October 3, 2024: Grammy-winning, Jamaican born reggae star, Buju Banton, fresh off his US return, is set to make his long-awaited return to Canada on October 13. Buju Banton performing onstage during Buju Banton’s Long Walk To Freedom New York on July 14, 2024 in New York City. (Photo by […]
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Reggae Star Gyptian Drops New Single
October 1, 2024News Americas, New York, NY, October 1, 2024: Reggae and Dancehall star Gyptian has dropped a captivating new sexy and raunchy single and music video titled “In the Dark.” Released through VPAL Music, the sultry track explores a secretive, late-night romance that flourishes behind closed doors. Gyptian, seen here performing at Reggae Land at Milton […]
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Kris Kristofferson’s Caribbean Inspiration
September 30, 2024News Americas, New York, NY, September 30, 2024: As the world mourns the passing of country music legend Kris Kristofferson, few may realize that the icon paid tribute to the Caribbean in two significant ways during his career. FLASHBACK – Singer Kris Kristofferson performs onstage during Hardly Strictly Bluegrass at Golden Gate Park on October […]
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Caribbean Immigrant Named King’s Musical Composer
September 26, 2024News Americas, New York, NY, Thursday, Sept. 26, 2024: Caribbean Briton composer Errollyn Wallen, a Belizean immigrant, has made history as the first Black woman to be named Master of the King’s Music by King Charles, III. Caribbean Briton Errollyn Wallen performs as part of Wesley Stace’s Cabinet of Wonders Variety Show at City Winery […]
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Haitian-American Rapper Kodak Black Finally Calls Out Trump Over Pet-Eating Remarks
September 24, 2024News Americas, New York, NY, Tues. Sept. 24, 2024: Haitian-American rapper Kodak Black, known for his ties to former President Donald Trump, has publicly called out the Republican candidate for his recent comments about Haitian immigrants. Trump, during a debate with Democratic contender Kamala Harris, accused Haitian immigrants of “eating pets,” a claim that sparked […]
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Belize Politician And Former Rapper Shyne Denies Knowledge of Diddy’s “Freak-Offs”
September 20, 2024News Americas, New York, NY, September 19, 2024: Belizean politician and former Bad Boy rapper, Moses “Shyne” Barrow, has made it clear that he had no knowledge of or involvement in Sean “Diddy” Combs’ alleged “freak-off” parties. Barrow, now Leader of the Opposition in Belize, addressed the issue during a recent press conference, following Combs’ […]
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Haitian-American Celebrities Condemn Trump’s Racist Claims Targeting Haitian Immigrants
September 16, 2024News Americas, New York, NY, September 16, 2024: Haitian-born celebrities have joined in denouncing Donald Trump and his MAGA Republicans over racist and false claims that Haitians in Springfield, Ohio, are “eating pets,” including cats and dogs. These baseless accusations have sparked outrage among Haitian-American public figures, who are using their platforms to combat this […]
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Caribbean Roots US VP Shines In Gown by Caribbean Heritage Designer
September 16, 2024News Americas, New York, NY, September 16, 2024: U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris, with her Caribbean roots, made a bold fashion statement at the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation’s Phoenix Awards in Washington, D.C., trading her usual pantsuits for a dazzling creation by Caribbean heritage designer LaQuan Smith. Caribbean roots US Vice President Kamala Harris delivers […]
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Jazz Musician Etienne Charles Unites With Formerly Incarcerated Group Critical Mas
September 16, 2024News Americas, New York, NY, Fri. September 13, 2024: Trinidadian musical collective Critical Mas, made up of formerly incarcerated artists, is set to release its debut single “Born a Criminal” on September 20, 2024. The song, written by group member Friday while incarcerated in Trinidad’s youth prison, is a powerful collaboration with renowned jazz musician […]
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Puerto Rican Roots Actress Liza Colón-Zayas Wins First Emmy
September 16, 2024News Americas, New York, NY, September 15, 2024: Liza Colón-Zayas, an acclaimed NYC-born actress of Puerto Rican descent, has won her first Emmy for her standout role as Tina in FX’s hit series “The Bear.” Liza Colón-Zayas accepts the Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series award for “The Bear” onstage during the 76th Primetime […]
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Jamaican Actress Joins Atlantic Theater Company’s Staged Reading Of ‘Not About Eve’
September 14, 2024News Americas, New York, NY, September 13, 2024: Jamaican actress Miranda Melhado has joined the cast of Not About Eve, the award-winning drama by Karl O’Brian Williams, which will be presented as a staged reading by the Atlantic Theater Company. Jamaican actress Miranda Melhado at the London Premiere of Thor- Love and Thunder. (Contributed image) Part […]
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Guyanese Singer Eddy Grant Wins Copyright Case Against Donald Trump
September 14, 2024News Americas, New York, NY, Sept. 13, 2024: Guyanese-British singer Eddy Grant has won a copyright infringement lawsuit against former U.S. President Donald Trump, after a federal judge ruled that Trump’s 2020 campaign unlawfully used Grant’s hit song “Electric Avenue” in a campaign video without permission. Eddy Grant attends the unveiling of The Music Walk […]
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Caribbean-Born Jazz Singer Wins 2024 InterContinental Music Award
September 13, 2024News Americas, New York, NY, Fri. September 13, 2024: Acclaimed Caribbean-born jazz artist Marie-Claire Giraud has been named the winner in the Jazz category at the prestigious 2024 InterContinental Music Awards, (ICMA). Caribbean-born jazz singer Marie-Claire Giraud These global awards celebrate outstanding musical talent across diverse genres, recognizing artists from all over the world. Marie-Claire, […]
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Dancehall Star Spice Releases New Single
September 13, 2024News Americas, New York, NY, Fri. September 13, 2024: Queen of Dancehall, Spice, has just released her latest single, “Sitt’n Fi Chat,” via VP Records and Shaggy’s label, Ranch Entertainment. Spice drops Sitt’n Fi Chat The track is the third release on the popular “Badman” riddim, following Olaf Blackwood and Shaggy’s “Selector Pull It” and […]
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Lenny Kravitz Dedicates 2024 MTV VMA Award to Caribbean Roots Mom
September 12, 2024News Americas, New York, NY, September 12, 2024: Famed rocker Lenny Kravitz, 60, honored his Caribbean heritage mother, Roxie Roker, last night, as he celebrated his win for Best Rock at the 2024 MTV Video Music Awards. Lenny Kravitz with mother Roxie Roker attending the 1993 MTV Video Music Awards at Universal City in Los […]
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Federal Judge Questions Trump’s Legal Liability in Eddy Grant’s “Electric Avenue” Copyright Case
September 9, 2024News Americas, New York, NY, Mon, September 9, 2024: A federal judge in New York raised doubts on Friday, September 7th, about Donald Trump’s potential legal liability for using Guyanese born singer Eddy Grant’s 1983 hit song “Electric Avenue” in a 2020 campaign video without the artist’s permission. Judge John G. Koeltl has not yet […]
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GoFundMe For Lieutenant Stitchie Raises Over $5,000 To Date
September 4, 2024News Americas, NEW YORK, NY, Weds. Sept. 4, 2024: A GoFundMe fundraiser to help with the long-term care and rehabilitation of Jamaican-born gospel dancehall artiste, Lieutenant Stitchie, has so far raised over $5,000 of its $100,000 goal. A GoFundMe fundraiser to help with the long-term care and rehabilitation of gospel dancehall artiste Lieutenant Stitchie has […]
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Donald Trump and Guyanese Eddy Grant To Face Off In Court Over ‘Electric Avenue’ Copyright
September 4, 2024News Americas, New York, NY, September 4, 2024: Lawyers for former President Donald Trump and Guyanese-born singer-songwriter Eddy Grant are headed to a Manhattan courtroom this Friday to battle over Grant’s iconic ’80s hit “Electric Avenue.” Guyana born star Eddy Grant attends the unveiling of The Music Walk Of Fame 2023 at Camden on September […]
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Brooklyn’s West Indian American Day Carnival Marred By Gunfire
September 2, 2024News Americas, BROOKLYN, NY, Mon. Sept. 2, 2024: The West Indian American Day carnival parade got off to a great start today until a lone gunman walked up to the crowd and started shooting this afternoon, New York police said. A woman takes part in 2024 West Indian Day Parade on September 02, 2024 in […]
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Caribbean Music Awards 2024 – In Photos
September 1, 2024News Americas, New York, NY, August 31, 2024: The second Caribbean Music Awards took place on August 29, 2024, at Kings Theatre in Brooklyn, bringing together celebrities and fans from across the Caribbean. The event, hosted by Spice and Majah Hype, featured performances by Trinidad’s Ravi B, Barbados’ Leadpipe x Jus-Jay King, and Skinny Fabulous […]
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Beres Hammond Celebrates Birthday With “Let Me Help You”
August 29, 2024News Americas, New York, NY, August 29, 2024: Celebrating his 69th birthday in style on August 28th, veteran reggae artist Beres Hammond has released a visualizer for his latest single, “Let Me Help You.” Jamaican iconic reggae singer Beres Hammond has dropped a new video. The visualizer, shot and edited by SAMO, enhances the soulful […]
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Julian Marley & Antaeus Submit ‘Jah Sees Them – Amapiano Remix’ for Grammy® Consideration
August 27, 2024News Americas, NEW YORK, NY, Tues. Aug. 27, 2024: Julian Marley, the son of legendary reggae icon Bob Marley, and Grammy-winning artist/producer Antaeus are once again making waves in the music industry with their submission for the 67th Grammy® Awards. Following their recent Grammy® win for Best Reggae Album with Colors of Royal at the […]
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Caribbean Roots Actress Stars In Zoe Kravitz’ Blink Twice
August 26, 2024News Americas, NEW YORK, NY, Mon. August, 26, 2024: Caribbean roots star Naomi Sarah Ackie lit up the screen this weekend as ‘Blink Twice,’ the movie from Zoë Kravitz, opened in fourth place with $7.3 million. Caribbean roots actress Naomi Ackie attending the European premiere of “Blink Twice” at the Odeon Luxe Leicester Square on […]
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Marley Brothers Announce Historic 2024 Legacy Tour
August 22, 2024News Americas, New York, NY, Thurs. August 22, 2024: The Marley Brothers – Ziggy, Stephen, Julian, Ky-Mani, and Damian – have announced The Marley Brothers: The Legacy Tour, their first tour together in two decades. Produced by Live Nation, the 22-date tour will kick off on September 5, 2024, at Festival Lawn in Deer Lake […]
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Shaggy Revives Vintage Dancehall With New ‘Badman’ Riddim Project
August 22, 2024News Americas, New York, NY, August 22, 2024: Grammy-winning reggae singer Shaggy is taking fans on a nostalgic ride through vintage Dancehall with the release of three new singles from the highly anticipated “Badman” riddim project. Produced by Shaggy and Shane Hoosong in collaboration with VP Records and Ranch Entertainment, the project offers a fresh […]
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Legendary Guyana Singer Dave Martins Cremated
August 21, 2024News Americas, NEW YORK, NY, Weds. Aug. 21, 2024: Legendary musician David Anthony Martins was funeralized Tuesday at a private funeral service at the Kaashi Dhaam Crematorium, Ruimzeight, West Coast Demerara (WCD), Guyana. His body was later cremated after being lauded by his wife Annette Arjoon and children Alex and Victoria Arjoon as an excellent […]
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Jamaican Actor Christopher ‘Johnny’ Daley Gears Up for Global Performances and HBO Role
August 20, 2024News Americas, New York, NY, August 16, 2024: “I believe that one of Jamaica’s greatest untapped creative resources is the incredible acting talent that resides in our beautiful little island. I think the time has come to unleash that resource. And I’m ready for the moment—and ready for the world.” Jamaican born actor Christopher ‘Johnny’ […]
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Famous Guyanese Singer – Dave Martins – Is Dead
August 19, 2024News Americas, GEORGETOWN, Guyana, Mon. Aug. 19, 2024: Guyanese-born singer, Dave Martins, band leader of the Tradewinds and the patriotic ode, ‘Not A Blade of Grass,’ passed away in Guyana on Sunday, August 18th, reports from Guyana indicate. He was 90. Guyanese musician, Dave Martins, of Dave Martin and the Tradewinds fame, is dead at […]
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Madonna And 28-Year-Old Jamaican Spotted in Italy
August 14, 2024News Americas, New York, NY, August 14, 2024: Jamaican-born soccer player Akeem Morris is making headlines globally due to his relationship with music icon Madonna, who is 37 years his senior. Madonna is seen out and about on August 13, 2024 in Portofino, Italy with her Jamaican beau. (Photo by MEGA/GC Images) The couple was […]
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Toronto Caribbean Carnival Celebrates Another Spectacular Year
August 5, 2024News Americas, New York, NY, August 5, 2024: Revellers transformed Lake Shore Boulevard into a dazzling spectacle of feathers, embellished costumes, and dancing on Saturday, August 3rd, as the city celebrated the Toronto Caribbean Carnival’s Grand Parade. The parade capped off a month of festivities celebrating Caribbean culture. North America’s second Largest Caribbean Carnival takes […]
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Caribbean Roots Rapper Cardi B Files For Divorce
August 1, 2024News Americas, New York, NY, August 1, 2024: Just hours after filing for divorce from husband Offset, Grammy-winning rapper, Caribbean roots Cardi B, announced she’s pregnant with her third child. The artist, known for her Caribbean roots, took to Instagram on August 1st to share her news, writing: “With every ending comes a new beginning! […]
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Vybz Kartel Freed By Jamaica Court of Appeal
July 31, 2024News Americas, New York, NY, Weds. July 31, 2024: The Jamaica Court of Appeal this afternoon, July 31, 2024, freed Jamaican dancehall artiste Vybz Kartel, whose given name is Adidja Palmer, after unanimously deciding against ordering a retrial for the 2011 murder of Clive “Lizard” Williams. FLASHBACK – Vybz Kartel in New York City, New […]
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Christopher Martin To Release New Self-Confident Anthem “Boasy”
July 23, 2024News Americas, New York, NY, July 23, 2024: Jamaican Dancehall star Christopher Martin has announced the release of his new, self-assured single, “Boasy.” The track from his upcoming album is set to drop on July 25 via VP Records. Christopher Martin to drop ‘Boasy’ on July 25th. Produced by Ce’Cile and Dale “Dizzle” Virgo, “Boasy” […]
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Tanya Stephens Celebrates 20th Anniversary Of “Gangsta Blues” With Live Album Release
July 23, 2024News Americas, New York, NY, July 23, 2024: Acclaimed Jamaican singer-songwriter Tanya Stephens has released “Gangsta Blues Live: 20th Anniversary” on all digital platforms, through a joint venture between Tuff Gong International and Tad’s Record Inc. Tanya Stephens performs live at the Tuff Gong studios. (PHOTO CREDIT: IAN WITLEN/SiriusXM) This release commemorates the 20th anniversary […]
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Buju Banton Celebrates 51st Birthday with US Tour Announcement
July 15, 2024News Americas, NEW YORK, NY, Mon. July 15, 2024: Grammy-winning Jamaican reggae singer Buju Banton is celebrating his 51st Earth Day today, fresh off an incredible weekend of back-to-back concert performances in New York. Buju Banton performs onstage during Buju Banton’s Long Walk To Freedom New York on July 14, 2024 in New York City. […]
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Countdown On To Buju Banton’s First US Performance
July 12, 2024News Americas, NEW YORK, NY, Thurs. July 11th, 2024: The excitement is palpable as the countdown begins to the first US performance of Grammy winning Jamaican-born, reggae singer Buju Banton in the USA this weekend. ‘The Gargamel’ Buju Banton is set to perform in the U.S. for the first time in over a decade this […]
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Burna Boy Silent Amid Steel Pulse’s Claims of Disrespect at Summer Jam Festival
July 10, 2024News Americas, New York, NY, Weds. July 10, 2024: Burna Boy has so far chosen to remain silent as Steel Pulse’s David “Electric” Hinds claims his band was disrespected by the security and crew of the Grammy-winning Afrobeats star at the 37th Summer Jam Festival in Cologne, Germany. Steel Pulse’s David Hinds has claimed the […]
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Machel Montano, Kes Extend Support for Hurricane Beryl Victims
July 8, 2024BY NAN ET Editor News Americas, New York, NY, July 8, 2024: In the wake of the devastation and deaths caused by Hurricane Beryl across the Caribbean, especially in Grenada’s Petite Martinique, Carriacou, Bequia, St. Vincent and the Grenadines, and Jamaica, soca star Machel Montano has expressed his readiness to support the affected communities. Machel […]
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“McBee” Triumphs At American Premiere In Jamaica, Queens In Caribbean American Heritage Month
June 27, 2024News Americas, New York, NY, June 26, 2024: Broadway World Award winner David Heron and the cast of Alwin Bully’s “McBee” are celebrating the success of the play’s American premiere, which took place on Sunday, June 23rd, at the Jamaica Performing Arts Center, (JPAC), in Jamaica, Queens, New York. From left- David Heron, Gerard Joseph […]
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Caribbean Billionaire Rihanna Supports A$AP At First Show
June 21, 2024News Americas, New York, NY, June 21, 2024: Caribbean born billionaire, Rihanna, showed up for beau A$AP Rocky as her partner and daddy to her two children, launched his first American Sabotage by AWGE menswear spring 2025 show in Paris. RiRi redefined street style during Paris Fashion Week on Friday to proudly support her partner […]
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Caribbean Roots Blac Chyna Defends Herself Against Custody Claims
June 21, 2024News Americas, New York, NY, June 21, 2024: Caribbean roots star, Blac Chyna, has responded to Rob Kardashian’s claim that he has sole custody of their daughter, Dream. The 33-year-old entrepreneur, who shares a nine-year-old son, King Cairo, with Tyga and five-year-old daughter, Dream, with Kardashian, faced criticism from both fathers last week. They challenged […]
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McBee Is Almost Here As Producer Announces Free Student Tickets
June 20, 2024News Americas, New York, NY, June 20, 2024: The first American presentation of Alwin Bully’s Caribbean drama “McBee” is almost here. “McBee” will be presented as a one-night-only staged reading at the Jamaica Performing Arts Center (JPAC) at 153-10 Jamaica Avenue, Jamaica, New York, 11432 on Sunday, June 23, at 7 p.m., with a complimentary […]
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Caribbean Grammy Winning Star To Headline Jersey City Fourth of July Celebration
June 18, 2024News Americas, New York, NY, June 18, 2024: Grammy Award winner, Caribbean born singer Wyclef Jean will headline this year’s Fourth of July celebration at Jersey City’s Exchange Place, promising a spectacular and unique holiday experience. Caribbean born singer Wyclef Jean, seen here playing at the “Sounds of Little Haiti” concert at the Haitian Cultural […]
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Caribbean American Sean Kingston Out Of Jail and Performing
June 12, 2024News Americas, New York, NY, Weds. June 12, 2024: The “Beautiful Girls” superstar is back. Caribbean American star Sean Kingston marked his return to the stage with an inspiring performance at Alabama’s Sand Mountain Amphitheater on Saturday, June 8th, following recent legal allegations. He is out on $100,000 bail after spending time in jail in […]
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Caribbean Tales and Tempo TV: Bringing Caribbean Content to Millions
June 10, 2024News Americas, Toronto, ON, Mon. June 10, 2024: TEMPO Networks announces an exciting partnership with CaribbeanTales Media Group (CTMG) to provide a platform for the CaribbeanTales catalogue to reach millions of mobile customers worldwide on IOS and Android devices. Under the agreement, TEMPO as lead partner, will give its customers access to a huge range of […]
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New Caribbean Music You Should Know
June 7, 2024By NAN ET Editor News Americas, NEW YORK, NY, Fri. June 7, 2024: It’s the weekend, the summer and also the midst of another Caribbean carnival season. That means a lot of Caribbean artists are also dropping new music. Here is some new music that’s out this week. Sean Paul And Kes International Jamaican-born dancehall […]
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Haitian-Born Designer Jo Bella Shines at Miami Swim Week
June 3, 2024News Americas, New York, NY, June 3, 2024: Haitian-born designer Jo Bella ignited Miami Swim Week with her stunning Haitian Doll designs on May 30, 2024, at The Shows at SLS South Beach, Miami Beach, Florida. Designer Jo Bella walks the runway for Haitian Doll by Jo Bella during Miami Swim Week: The Shows at […]
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Countdown On to American Premiere Of McBee This Caribbean American Heritage Month
May 31, 2024News Americas, New York, NY, June 1, 2024: The countdown is on to the exciting American premiere of Alwin Bully’s Caribbean drama “McBee,” produced and directed by Jamaican-born, Broadway World Award winner David Heron. This one-night-only staged reading production is set to take place on Sunday, June 23, at 7 p.m. at the Jamaica Performing […]
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Get Ready For Buju Banton’s Long Walk To Freedom Concert – USA
May 29, 2024News Americas, NEW YORK, NY, Weds. May 29, 2024: The last time Grammy-winning, Jamaican-born, reggae singer Buju Banton performed in the US was January 2011 in Miami. Weeks after his return to the US following his 2018 release from an American prison, the singer will thrill fans with his first “Long Walk To Freedom” US […]
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Caribbean American Sean Kingston Waives Extradition Hearing In Fraud Case
May 29, 2024News Americas, LOS ANGELES, CA, Weds. May 29, 2024: Caribbean American rapper and singer Sean Kingston has waived his right to fight extradition in a California court and agreed to be turned over to authorities in Florida. Kingston, 34, and his mother, Janice Turner, are charged with committing over a million dollars worth of fraud. […]
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Caribbean American Singer Sean Kingston Is Inmate 2405370702 In California Jail
May 27, 2024News Americas, LOS ANGELES, CA, Mon. May 27, 2024: Caribbean American singer, Sean Kingston, remains an inmate at a California jail after being busted following a show at Fort Irwin, CA, for grand theft and a scheme to defraud. The singer, whose real name is Kisean Paul Anderson, is now inmate 2405370702 of SBCSD – […]
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Caribbean Born Rapper Says Her Lawyer And God Will Handle Case, Following Arrest
May 27, 2024News Americas, NEW YORK, NY, Mon. May 27, 2024: Caribbean born, Grammy-winning rapper Nicki Minaj says God and her lawyers will deal with the case, following her arrest in Amsterdam on May 25th, allegedly for having pre-rolled weed. Caribbean born rapper Nicki Minaj at the 2024 Met Gala: “Sleeping Beauties: Reawakening Fashion” held at The […]
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Morgan Heritage To Return To The Stage For Central Park Show
May 22, 2024News Americas, NEW YORK, NY, Weds. May 20, 2024: The surviving members of Morgan Heritage will return to the stage this August, six months after the sudden passing of their sibling and frontman, Peter ‘Peetah’ Morgan. Morgan Heritage The group will perform an evening of reggae music at Rumsey Playfield in historic Central Park on […]
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Nadine Sutherland Releases Stirring Acoustic Version Of “Queen” For Mother’s Day
May 10, 2024News Americas, NEW YORK, NY, Fri. May 10, 2024: Jamaican reggae and dancehall artist Nadine Sutherland has unveiled a heartfelt acoustic rendition of her hit single “Queen” in time for Mother’s Day. The stripped-down version of the emotionally charged track aims to resonate with women worldwide, offering a raw and intimate perspective on the journeys […]
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Burna Boy And Jamaican Stars Ignite Guyana With Intense Performances
May 4, 2024By Anthony Turner Special To News Americas News Americas, GEORGETOWN, Guyana, Sat. May 4, 2024: Event promoters had promised patrons an unforgettable experience at Burna Boy’s first live performance in Georgetown, Guyana on May 1st, the Labour Day holiday there. When the curtain fell at 2:20 a.m. the next day, most felt they delivered a […]
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“God Is Good” Says Buju As He Re-Enters The US
May 4, 2024News Americas, MIAMI, FL, Fri. May 3, 2024: “God is good” declared veteran dancehall deejay, Buju Banton, who is now back in the United States after more than 15 years. Buju Banton, l. with DJ Khalid in Miami. (IG Live screen grab/DJ Khalid) The singer, whose real name is Mark Myrie,declared “God is amazing. I […]
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Grammy-Nominated Jazz Maestro Dr. Monty Alexander To Bring “Spirit Of Jamaica” Music To Honolulu Following Release Of New Album – ‘D-Day’
May 3, 2024News Americas, NEW YORK, NY, Friday May 3, 2024: Esteemed Jamaican-born jazz legend, Grammy-nominated, Dr. Monty Alexander, C.D., O.J., is set to bring the vibrant spirit of Jamaica’s music to the island of Honolulu just weeks before his 80th birthday, coinciding with the 80th anniversary of the Normandy Landings, known as D-Day. Following the release […]
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Luke Forbes Of Amazon Prime’s ‘Harlem’ And Denise Hunt Of ‘How Stella Got Her Groove Back’ To Head The Cast Of This Caribbean Drama
May 2, 2024NEWS AMERICAS, NY, NY, Thurs. May 2, 2024: Luke Forbes, known for his role in Amazon Prime’s hit comedy series ‘Harlem’, and Denise Hunt, acclaimed for her performance in the iconic film ‘How Stella Got Her Groove Back,’ are set to lead the cast of the American Premiere Presentation of Alwin Bully’s Caribbean drama, ‘McBee.’ […]
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Beres Hammond Drops New Single
May 1, 2024News Americas, NEW YORK, NY, Weds. May 1, 2024: Beres Hammond, the legendary Godfather of Lover’s Rock from Jamaica, has released his latest single, “Let Me Help You,” offering solace and support to a woman facing life’s challenges. The song, a re-recorded version of his 1988 classic, showcases Beres’s signature smoky-sweet vocals synonymous with Lover’s […]
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Nigy Boy Set To Shine Alongside Burna Boy In Guyana Tomorrow
April 30, 2024News Americas, GEORGETOWN, Guyana, Tues. April 30, 2024: Jamaican-born, US-based rising star, Nigy Boy, is set to shine alongside Grammy-winning singer Burna Boy tomorrow in the South American CARICOM nation of Guyana. With the gig titled “Unforgettable,” the two will perform on May 1, Labour Day, at Guyana’s National Stadium at the National Stadium, Providence, […]
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Broadway World Award Winner, Jamaican David Heron, To Premiere Alwin Bully’s ‘McBee’ In NYC
April 25, 2024News Americas, NEW YORK, NY, Thurs. April 25, 2024: Celebrated Caribbean immigrant actor and producer, David Heron, winner of the Broadway World Award, is set to produce and direct the American Premiere of Dominican playwright Alwin Bully’s Caribbean drama “McBee,” in Jamaica, Queens, this June, Caribbean American Heritage Month in the US. Jamaican-born actor David […]
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Cayman InStyle Fashion Week Lights Up Grand Cayman
April 22, 2024News Americas, GEORGE TOWN, Cayman, Mon. April 22, 2023: Cayman InStyle Fashion Week lit up Grand Cayman with a dazzling display of fashion, art, and music over the weekend. Sponsored by The Fashion Life Tour and InnaStar, the event showcased the latest trends and talents in the industry. Models graced the catwalk in stunning designs, […]
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Grammy Winning Music Producer Drops ‘Ganja’ Single Ahead Of 4/20
April 19, 2024News Americas, NEW YORK, NY, Fri. April 19, 2024: Fresh off his GRAMMY® win alongside Julian Marley for Best Reggae Album, Antaeus is back with another hit. Teaming up with “World Singer” Jah Vinci and A-List producer Notnice (known for his work with Vybz Kartel, Alkaline, and Popcaan), Antaeus delivers “Ganja,” just in time for […]
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New Caribbean Music Mix This Week
April 12, 2024News Americas, NEW YORK, NY, Fri. April 12, 2024: It’s Friday and that means its another week of new Caribbean music and this week we are bringing you some music packs, thanks to our friends at Riddim Stream. Here are some of the latest music out this week. Kabaka Pyramid Nhance Zagga Charly Black Prazaro […]
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Canadian, Caribbean, and International Film Producers To Gather in Barbados for Groundbreaking Forum
April 9, 2024News Americas, Toronto, ON., April 08, 2024: Acclaimed actress CCH Pounder, celebrated film producer Paul Garnes, along with international media executives, and 26 high-level producers hailing from Canada, the United Kingdom, South Africa, and various Caribbean nations will convene in Barbados from April 15-19 for the inaugural Cross Continental Forum, (CCF). The CCF, a pioneering […]
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New Caribbean Music Alert
April 5, 2024News Americas, NEW YORK, NY, Fri. April 5, 2024: Three new singles from Caribbean dance hall and soca artists are out this weekend. They include Pilates – the sexy and playful new release from rapper, social media & viral reality star Sukihana, one of the most prolific and legendary Jamaican dancehall artists of all time, […]
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Reggae Star Alborosie Drops Inspirational Single
April 5, 2024News Americas, NEW YORK, NY, Fri. April 5, 2024: Renowned roots reggae and dub sensation, Alborosie, has released his latest single, “Faith,” featuring rising star Jaz Elise. The track serves as a highlight from his highly anticipated 9th studio album titled “Destiny.” Italian born singer Alborosie performing live. (Photo by Eric CATARINA/Gamma-Rapho via Getty Images) […]
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Gladys Knight, Seal For This Caribbean Jazz Fest
March 28, 2024News Americas, NEW YORK, NY, Thurs. Mar. 28, 2024: Gladys Knight and Seal are coming to the Caribbean this summer. American singer & songwriter Gladys Knight, seen here performing at the Ryman Auditorium on April 25, 2022 in Nashville, Tennessee, is set to perform in Curacao this August. (Photo by Jason Kempin/Getty Images) The top […]
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Shaggy and Bruce Melodie Light Up NYC with ‘When She’s Around’ TV Debut
March 21, 2024News Americas, NEW YORK, NY, Thurs. Mar. 21, 2024: Grammy-winning, Jamaican-born reggae legend, Shaggy, and East African sensation Bruce Melodie, recently took New York City by storm with their electrifying national TV debut on “Good Morning America” and “Live with Kelly & Mark,” performing their hit “When She’s Around (Funga Macho).” Grammy-winning, Jamaican-born reggae legend, […]
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Privy Council Overturns Vybz Kartel’s Murder Conviction Amid Jury Misconduct Concerns
March 14, 2024News Americas, KINGSTON, Jamaica, Thurs. March 14, 2024: The UK-based Privy Council has overturned the murder convictions of dancehall artist Vybz Kartel, whose real name is Adidja Palmer, and his co-accused Shawn Campbell (also known as “Shawn Storm”), Kahira Jones, and Andre “Mad Suss” St. John. Vybz Kartel in New York City, New York, United […]
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Romain Virgo Amplifies International Women’s Day Celebration With Music
March 8, 2024News Americas, NEW YORK, NY, Fri. Mar. 8, 2024: Renowned Jamaican reggae artist Romain Virgo continues to use his platform to uplift and honor women, showcasing their strength and diversity through his music. Notably, tracks like “Good Woman” and “I Believe” from his latest album, The Gentle Man, highlight his dedication to empowering women in […]
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Memorial Service For Peetah Morgan To Get Underway This Afternoon
March 7, 2024News Americas, FORT LAUDERDALE, FL, Thurs. Mar. 7, 2024: A memorial service is set to be held from 4 p.m. Est this afternoon at a church in Orlando, Florida for Peter “Peetah” Morgan, lead vocalist of Grammy-winning reggae group, Morgan Heritage. Morgan died on Feb. 25th at the age of 46. Peetah Morgan of Morgan […]
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Caribbean Star Rihanna’s India Performance Gets Mixed Reviews
March 4, 2024News Americas, NEW YORK, NY, Mon. Mar. 4, 2024: Rihanna’s highly anticipated return to the stage at Anant Ambani’s pre-wedding party in India stirred up a whirlwind of reactions. Rihanna’s performance in India. After an eight-year hiatus from live performances, the Barbadian superstar took center stage to perform for the first time in India, delivering […]
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Nigy Boy Thrills Guyanese At Mashramani Concert
March 4, 2024News Americas, GEORGETOWN, Guyana, Mon. Mar. 4, 2024: Fresh off the triumph of his chart-topping track ‘Continent,’ dancehall sensation Nigy Boy took flight to the CARICOM, South American nation of Guyana, headlining Guyana’s vibrant Mashramani festival. Nigy Boy performing in Guyana on Feb. 23, 2024. Amidst the electrifying atmosphere at Mash A-Rama, Nigy Boy enthralled […]
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Caribbean Superstar Rihanna Set to Perform at Anant Ambani’s Pre-Wedding Bash in India
March 1, 2024News Americas, NEW YORK, NY, Fri. Mar. 1, 2024: The pre-wedding festivities for billionaire heir Anant Ambani and his fiancée Radhika Merchant have kicked off in Gujarat’s Jamnagar, drawing a constellation of global celebrities, including Caribbean music icon Rihanna. Barbadian singer-songwriter, actress Rihanna performing “Lift Me Up” from “Black Panther: Wakanda Forever,” onstage during the […]
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Condolences Pour In For Peetah Morgan Of Morgan Heritage
February 26, 2024News Americas, NEW YORK, NY, Sun. Feb. 25, 2024: Condolences have begun pouring in on social media as news of the passing of front man of the renowned reggae group Morgan Heritage, Peter “Peetah” Morgan, made its way around the Caribbean and reggae music fraternity Sunday afternoon. Peetah Morgan of Morgan Heritage performs during the […]
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Bob Marley: One Love Sees Box Office Boost From U.S. And Canadian Viewers
February 23, 2024News Americas, WASHINGTON, D.C., Feb. 23, 2024: The movie “Bob Marley: One Love” continues to defy critics and low media ratings, capturing significant box office success, particularly in the U.S. and Canada. (L-R) Reinaldo Marcus Green, Audrey Marks, Jamaica’s Ambassador to the United States, and Gregory Meeks, United States Representative attends a special Washington, D.C. […]
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Jamaican Singer Sean Paul Drops New Reggae Track
February 9, 2024News Americas, NEW YORK, NY, Fri. Feb. 9, 2024: Jamaican Grammy winning singer, Sean Paul, has dropped a new single. Paul dropped “No Evil” today. The track delves into life’s struggles, frustrations, and the determination to stand strong. He reminds fans that in the face of adversity, there’s no evil that can break their spirit. […]
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Canadian Born, Jamaican Roots Actor Returns In ‘The Walking Dead: The Ones Who Live’
February 8, 2024News Americas, LOS ANGELES, CA, Thurs. Feb. 8, 2024: Canadian-born Jamaican heritage actor, Andrew Bachelor, famously known as King Bach, is making his comeback in AMC’s ‘The Walking Dead: The Ones Who Live.’ This upcoming American post-apocalyptic television series, created by Scott M. Gimple and Danai Gurira, is set in the aftermath of the original […]
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Julian Marley And Antaeus Secure Grammy Victory for ‘Colors of Royal’
February 5, 2024News Americas, LOS ANGELES, CA, Sun. Feb. 4, 2024: In a triumph that resonates with the essence of reggae’s vibrant spirit, Julian Marley and Antaeus clinched the coveted Grammy Award for Best Reggae Album at the 66th annual awards ceremony Sunday night, Feb. 4th. Their masterpiece, ‘Colors of Royal,’ emerged victorious in a highly competitive […]
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Pompano’s Tribute To Bahamian Roots Actress Continues This Black History Month
February 1, 2024News Americas, POMPANO BEACH, FL, Thurs. Feb. 1, 2024: The City of Pompano’s tribute to Bahamian roots actress Esther Rolle continues this Black History Month with the “Native Daughter: An Esther Rolle Inspired Art Exhibition” at the Ali Cultural Arts Center. (L-R) Lawrence Hilton-Jacobs, Esther Rolle appearing in the ABC tv series ‘Darkroom’, episode ‘Needlepoint’. […]
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PAPJAZZ Festival Defies Security Challenges, Returns to Haiti’s Capital in Spectacular Fashion
January 30, 2024News Americas, NEW YORK, NY, Tues. Jan. 30, 2024: In a remarkable show of resilience, Haiti’s capital played host to the “PAPJAZZ” music festival this week, drawing hundreds of concertgoers back to the event for the first time since 2021. The festival, known for its international jazz acts, made a triumphant return, albeit with significant […]
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Will Bob Marley’s Biopic Ignite The Box Office?
January 26, 2024News Americas, NEW YORK, NY, Fri. Jan. 26, 2024: Paramount’s upcoming musical biopic, “Bob Marley: One Love,” is poised to inject life into the somewhat lackluster 2024 box office, which is currently trailing last year’s numbers by 9%. (L-R) Brian Robbins, James Norton, Kingsley Ben-Adir, Mike Ireland, Robert Teitel, Reinaldo Marcus Green and Jeremy Kleiner […]
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Jamaican Actor Wins Broadway World Award
January 19, 2024News Americas, NEW YORK, NY, Fri. Jan. 18, 2024: Jamaican-born actor and playwright, David Heron has taken home the 2023 Broadway World Rhode Island Award for Best Supporting Performer, triumphing over nearly 30 other nominees with his portrayal of Caliban in Shakespeare’s The Tempest. David Heron as Caliban in The Tempest. Photo Credit- Bridget Huss […]
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Jamaica’s Renowned Dance Ensemble Returns To NYC
January 9, 2024News Americas, NEW YORK, NY, Mon. Jan. 8, 2024: L’ACADCO, Jamaica’s Leading Contemporary Dance Company, makes a much-anticipated comeback to New York City with a gala performance on January 11th. This marks their first appearance in the city in two decades. The event, featuring a special performance at the Gerald W. Lynch Theater at John […]
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Soca Artist Ricardo Drue’s Funeral Set for January 9th
January 4, 2024News Americas, NEW YORK, NY, Weds. Jan. 3, 2023: The funeral for renowned soca artist Ricardo Drue is scheduled for January 9th. Nicola Barriteau, Drue’s mother, announced the arrangements in a statement yesterday. The ceremony will begin at 1 pm at the Holy Family Cathedral in Antigua, Drue’s birthplace. Ricardo Drue is no more. In […]
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Top Honor For Guyanese Born Yoruba Singer Legend And Founding Member
December 19, 2023Reported By Allison Skeete Special To News Americas News Americas, NEW YORK, NY, Tues. Dec. 19, 2023: Guyana-born Yoruba Singers Legend And Founding Member Eze Rockcliffe were among the 10 honorees of the 2023 Sunshine Awards, held recently at the Robert Treat Hotel Newark, NJ on October 14th. Rockcliffe became the 16th Guyanese honored for […]
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Jamaican Jazz Icon Dr. Monty Alexander To Spread Holiday Cheer With NYC And D.C. Performances
December 15, 2023News Americas, NEW YORK, NY, Fri. December 15, 2023: Renowned Jamaican-born Grammy-nominated jazz legend, Dr. Monty Alexander, CD, O.J, is set to once again infuse the holiday season with his soulful rhythms and positive vibes in New York and Washington, D.C. Dr. Alexander will return to grace the stage at Birdland Jazz in NYC from […]
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Trinidadian-Canadian Spotlights On Hidden History of Canadian R&B In Dissertation
December 13, 2023News Americas, Toronto, Canada, Weds. Dec. 13, 2023: Dr. Amara Pope, a second-generation Canadian-Trinidadian scholar, has achieved remarkable academic success, earning her PhD, MA, and Joint Honors BA while working multiple jobs to fund her education. Her latest achievement, a PhD dissertation titled “Canadians Redefining R&B: The Online Marketing of Drake, Justin Bieber, and Jessie […]
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Trinidad Minister Salutes Late Soca Star Ricardo Drue
December 13, 2023NEWS AMERICAS, PORT-OF-SPAIN, Trinidad, Tues. Dec. 12, 2023: Trinidad and Tobago’s Minister of Tourism, Culture, and Arts, Randall Mitchell, has expressed his admiration for the late Antigua-born Soca artist and songwriter, Ricardo Drue, and his significant contributions to the local, regional, and international cultural scenes. Drue, who was born on July 31, 1985, was 3. […]
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Caribbean Immigrant Actor Nominated for Broadway World Rhode Island Award
December 11, 2023News Americas, New York, NY, Dec. 11, 2023: Renowned Caribbean immigrant actor and playwright, David Heron, has earned a nomination for the 2023 Broadway World Rhode Island Award in the Best Supporting Performer category for his remarkable portrayal of Caliban in Shakespeare’s The Tempest. The Colonial Theatre of Rhode Island presented this critically acclaimed production […]
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Grammy-Nominated Reggae Star Protoje Ventures Into Children’s Literature With Debut Book
Danny November 15, 2023News Americas, KINGSTON, Jamaica, Weds. Nov. 15, 2023: In a surprising move, Grammy-nominated reggae artist Protoje is expanding his creative horizons with the release of his first children’s book, “Here Comes The Morning,” inspired by his little daughter. Co-authored with The Bookboys, 12-year-old Azibo and 9-year-old Gyasi Bookman, the book is set to hit shelves […]
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Musical Icons BeBe Winans and Donnie McClurkin Mesmerize Atlantis Paradise Island
Danny November 14, 2023News Americas, NASSAU, Bahamas, Tues. Nov. 14, 2023: Gospel star BeBe Winans and Donnie McClurkin were part of the line up helping Atlantis Paradise Island Resort in the Bahamas mark its 25th-anniversary. Winans and McClurkin performed at the Gospel Brunch at Cafe Martinique that featured celebrities including Helena Christensen, Katie Couric, Adrien Brody, and more. […]
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Shaggy For Canadian Football League Awards
November 13, 2023News Americas, TORONTO, Canada, Mon. Nov. 13, 2023: On November 16, the Avalon Theatre in Niagara Falls, Canada, will resonate with the reggae beats of the iconic Jamaican Grammy winning star, Shaggy, who is slated to perform at the Canadian Football League’s (CFL) National Awards. This event is part of the festivities surrounding the 110th […]
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2024 Reggae Grammy Nominees Unveiled For Best Reggae Album
Danny November 10, 2023News Americas, LOS ANGELES, CA, Fri. Nov. 10,. 2023: In anticipation of the prestigious 2024 Grammy Awards, the nominees for the Best Reggae Album have also been revealed, showcasing a diverse range of talent and musical styles within the reggae genre. The nominees are: Buju Banton – “Born For Greatness” Buju Banton’s “Born For Greatness” […]
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Jah Cure and Don Corleon Reunite On “One More Time”
November 9, 2023News Americas, NEW YORK, NY, Thurs. Nov. 9, 2023: Reggae star Jah Cure is set to share his latest single, “One More Time” remixed by longtime collaborator and veteran in the music, Donovan “Don Corleon” Bennett. The track comes from a creative partnership that has, over the years, produced hits like “What Will It Take” […]
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Guyanese Roots Canadian Hip Hop Star For Induction Into The Canadian Music Hall Of Fame
November 7, 2023By NAN ET Writer News Americas, NEW YORK, NY, Tues. Nov. 7, 2023: Guyanese-roots, Canadian Hip Hop Icon, Maestro Fresh Wes, born Wes Williams, will become the first Hip Hop artist to be inducted into the Canadian Music Hall Of Fame. The festivities take place in Halifax, NS during JUNO week, March 20-24th, 2024. The Canadian Music Hall of Fame was established […]
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Capleton To Return to the UK After 13 Years
November 3, 2023News Americas, NEW YORK, NY, Fri. Nov. 3, 2023: Renowned Rastafarian reggae sensation, Capleton, is set to make a triumphant return to the United Kingdom after a hiatus of 13 years, as he recently secured a work permit for his upcoming performance in the country. This landmark achievement is attributed to the relentless efforts of […]
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Which Reggae Album Will Make The Grammy Cut?
October 20, 2023News Americas, NEW YORK, NY, Fri. Oct. 20, 2023: Sixty five albums have submitted entries to the Recording Academy to be considered for Best Reggae Album category in next year’s Grammys. However, this was down from 67 last year and 125 the previous year, World Music View reports. As of October 11, final-round voting for […]
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Dominican Film On Indigenous People wins Best Documentary at Canadian Film Festival
October 18, 2023News Americas, Toronto, Canada, Weds. Oct. 17, 2023: “Territory,” a short film focused on the indigenous people of the Eastern Caribbean island of Dominica- the Kalinago, recently won the Best Short Documentary at the 18th annual Caribbean Tales Film Festival (CTFF). The film is the first submission by Director Jael Joseph to the festival, which took place […]
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The Dance Grenada Festival Returns For A Fourth Season As A Hub For Cultural Innovation And Diaspora Engagement
October 5, 2023News Americas, NEW YORK, NY, Thurs. Oct. 5, 2023: The Dance Grenada Festival returns for its fourth season on the beautiful island of Grenada. Taking place under the theme: “The Time is Now: Unification under the Grenadian Sun,” this year’s festival focuses on the important role dance plays in the preservation of culture and history, the […]
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Comedian Majah Hype Faces Backlash For Comments On Guyana’s Caribbean Identity
September 29, 2023News Americas, NEW YORK, NY, Fri. Sept. 29, 2023: Popular Grenadian born, US-based comedian, Majah Hype, born Nigel Theron Joseph, is facing a backlash following remarks made on the Talkthatshhhh podcast, where he questioned Guyana’s status as a Caribbean country due to its geography and culture. The comments ignited a firestorm of debate and criticism. […]
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We Asked AI To Write A Song Bob Marley Would Write Today. The Result Will Shock You
September 26, 2023News Americas, NEW YORK, NY, Tues. Sept. 26, 2023: Robert Nesta ‘Bob’ Marley was and remains, the greatest reggae singer of all time even though he has been dead since 1981. With songs like “One Love,” “Redemption Song” and “Buffalo Soldier,” his legacy will live on forever. What if Bob could write another song? While […]
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UWI Honorary Degrees For Distinguished Caribbean Entertainers
September 22, 2023News Americas, NEW YORK, NY, Fri. Sept. 22, 2023: The University of the West Indies (The UWI) is set to confer honorary degrees upon fourteen remarkable individuals, including several Caribbean entertainers, during the Class of 2023 graduation ceremonies, commencing on October 7. This cherished annual tradition, coinciding with the regional university’s 75th jubilee celebrations, serves […]
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Mykal Rose Drops Powerful New Album
September 15, 2023News Americas, NEW YORK, NY, Fri. Sept. 15, 2023: Grammy-award-winning reggae sensation Mykal Rose has dropped his highly-anticipated album “I Give You Love” today, Friday, September 15th! This 13-track masterpiece, produced by Donsome Records LLC, features incredible collaborations with Bounty Killer, Bugle, and Jahmiel. In a recent statement, Rose explained the inspiration behind the album’s […]
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Reggae Icon Marcia Griffiths Unveils ‘Golden Album’
September 15, 2023News Americas, NEW YORK, NY, Fri. Sept. 15, 2023: Renowned reggae icon Marcia Griffiths has graced us with a new masterpiece, and it’s nothing short of classic! Her latest album, aptly titled ‘Golden Album,’ is a musical gem produced by Kemist Music/Donsome Records, making its debut on September 8th across all digital platforms. This stellar […]
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Stephen Marley Returns With First Album In Over 7 Years
September 15, 2023News Americas, NEW YORK, NY, Fri. Sept. 15, 2023: Eight-time GRAMMY® Award-winning artist, Stephen Marley, has just released his highly anticipated album, Old Soul, marking his first full-length project in over seven years. The album is now available on all major streaming platforms through Tuff Gong Collective/UMe/Ghetto Youths International. Old Soul showcases a star-studded lineup […]
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2023 New York J’Ouvert In Pictures
September 6, 2023News Americas, BROOKLYN, NY, Weds. Sept. 6, 2023: J’Ouvert in Brooklyn, NY, concluded another violence free year on September 4, 2023.The 2023 celebrations took place early in the morning at Grand Army Plaza and was a major security event for the NYPD, as the department worked to keep weapons and alcohol out of the mix […]
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Here Are The Winners Of The Inaugural Caribbean Music Awards
September 3, 2023News Americas, BROOKLYN, NY, Sun. Sept. 3, 2023: The inaugural Caribbean Music Awards, sponsored by Frequency Spotify, was presented on Thursday, August 31st, at the Kings Theater in Brooklyn, NY ahead of the annual West Indian Day Parade tomorrow, Sept. 4th. Among the winners were Trinidad-born rapper Nicki Minaj, who won for collaboration of the […]
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Londoners Celebrate Caribbean Culture at Notting Hill Carnival’s 55th Edition – See Photos
August 28, 2023News Americas, LONDON, England, Mon. Aug. 28, 2023: The vibrant streets of west London were once again alive with the spirit of Caribbean culture as Londoners celebrated the 55th incarnation of the iconic Notting Hill Carnival today. Colorful feathered bands paraded through the streets, accompanied by thumping sound systems. This year’s carnival held special significance […]
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Edmonton Hosts Colorful Cariwest Caribbean Carnival and Parade – See The Photos
August 15, 2023News Americas, EDMONTON, Canada, Tues. August 15, 2023: Over the weekend, on Saturday afternoon of August 12th, the vibrant Cariwest Caribbean carnival and parade took center stage in Edmonton, Canada. A participant seen as the Edmonton Cariwest parade rolls through downtown Edmonton. The Cariwest festival celebrates the heritage and culture of the islands of the […]
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Guyana-Born Singer Among 2023 Inductees For London’s Music Walk Of Fame
August 10, 2023By NAN ET Editor News Americas, LONDON, England, Fri. Aug. 11, 2023: Guyana-born singer Eddy Grant is among this year’s inductees for London’s Music Walk of Fame. London’s renowned Music Walk of Fame is gearing up to honor 11 more music luminaries, including the distinguished Guyanese-British singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist who now lives in Barbados. […]
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Barbados Grand Kadooment 2023 – In Photos
August 8, 2023News Americas, BRIDGETOWN, Barbados, Tues. Aug. 8, 2023: The curtains came down on Crop Over season 2023 Monday as Bajans and fans from across the world celebrated Grand Kadooment from Warrens to the Mighty Grynner Highway in St. Michael, Barbados. Some 24 bands completed the Grand Kadooment jump up this year, with a total of […]
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Toronto Caribbean Carnival – In Photos
August 7, 2023News Americas, TORONTO, Canada, Sun. Aug. 6, 2023: The spirit of the Caribbean permeated the Toronto’s lakefront this past Saturday as Toronto proudly hosted its 56th Caribbean Carnival. Thousands from around the globe converged upon Lake Shore Boulevard, drawn by the infectious rhythms, dance, and the spectacle of over 10,000 masqueraders. The Grand Parade was […]
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Reggae Returns To NY SummerStage
August 4, 2023News Americas, New York, NY, Fri. Aug. 4, 2023: SummerStage in Central Park, NY, is set to reverberate with the captivating rhythms and uplifting messages of reggae music once again as VP Records brings back the highly anticipated “Dub Rockers Roots Reggae Review” to the iconic outdoor venue. Reggae enthusiasts can mark their calendars for […]
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Shaggy, Sheryl Lee Ralph To Be Honored At NY Jamaica Independence Gala
July 25, 2023News Americas, NEW YORK, NY, Tues. July 25, 2023: Jamaican-born Grammy-winning singer, Shaggy and Jamaican American Emmy-Award winning actress, Jamaican Sheryl Lee Ralph, are among the top honorees for the 2023 New York Jamaica Independence Gala this August. Shaggy, seen here performing on stage at PNE Amphitheatre in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, will be honored […]
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Youth In Toronto Embrace Caribbean Culture At Spectacular Junior Carnival Parade
July 24, 2023News Americas, TORONTO, Canada, Mon. July 24, 2023: The spirit of Caribbean pride and heritage came alive for another year in Toronto as youth with heritage in the region took part in the much-anticipated Junior Carnival Parade on Saturday. Dressed in vibrant costumes, young parade revelers graced the streets of Neilson Road, transforming the city […]
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Gigi Hadid Arrested And Fined For Weed In The Cayman Islands
July 18, 2023News Americas, GEORGETOWN, Cayman, Tues. July 18, 2023: Model Gigi Hadid reportedly found herself in a legal situation during her recent vacation in the Cayman Islands. Upon her arrival, on July 10th, Customs & Border Control agents discovered a small quantity of marijuana and drug paraphernalia in her luggage Cayman Marl Road reports. Model Gigi […]
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The Countdown Is On To Carnival In Toronto
July 14, 2023News Americas, TORONTO, Canada, Fri. July 14, 2023: The countdown is on to next month’s annual Toronto Caribbean carnival, previously known as Caribana. The city of Toronto launched the month-long lead up to 56th edition of the Toronto Caribbean Carnival this week at Nathan Phillips Square. Mischka Crichton, CEO of the Festival Management Committee, expressed […]
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Anthony B Says Jamaica’s Leaders Have Failed To Leverage Reggae For Tourism, Unlike St. Kitts
July 10, 2023The content originally appeared on: Dance Hall Mag Fire Pon Rome singer Anthony B has lamented what he says is the failure of the leaders of Jamaica to utilize Reggae music as a catalyst for tourism growth. According to the Trelawny native, this is in stark contrast to its Caribbean neighbor St. Kitts & Nevis, […]
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“We Play More Drake Songs In Jamaica Than We Play Our Own Music,” Says Anthony B
July 9, 2023The content originally appeared on: Dance Hall Mag World A Reggae Music singer Anthony B has cautioned that Jamaica’s seeming penchant for elevating foreign music over that of its own Reggae artists can ultimately result in the decimation of the culture. “There is a lot of goodwill out there for the music, but if we […]
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No Doubt, Lady Saw’s ‘Underneath It All’ Certified Platinum In The US
July 9, 2023The content originally appeared on: Dance Hall Mag No Doubt, Lady Saw, and Sly & Robbie‘s 2001 collab, Underneath It All, is now certified Platinum in the United States. According to the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA), the song has reached the sales and streaming equivalent of 1,000,000 units sold in the US. The […]
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Mr. Lexx Says He Was Accused Of Trying To Be A Foreign Artist: ‘I Was Way Ahead of My Time’
July 8, 2023The content originally appeared on: Dance Hall Mag Long before some new-gen acts were being accused of pandering to Americans by adjusting their sound and style, Mr. Lexx was facing that criticism. Keeping it Full Hundred, the entertainer, formerly known as Lexxus, said the backlash started following his big break in 1997. The song, Make […]
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Jahshii Pickup Riddled With Bullets, Six Entourage Members Shot
July 8, 2023The content originally appeared on: Dance Hall Mag The St. Andrew Central police have confirmed that a pickup owned by Dancehall artist Jahshii was attacked by armed men on Friday morning. Six men, members of the 25/8 artist’s entourage, were shot and injured, but Jahshii emerged from the incident unscathed. “At about 4:15 a.m, a […]
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Boom Dandimite To Be Buried Today
July 8, 2023The content originally appeared on: Dance Hall Mag Former Scare Dem crew member Boom Dandimite, known for songs like Many Many and Pure Gal, will be buried this morning after a thanksgiving service at the Penwood Road Seventh Day Adventist church. The artist’s body will be interred at Meadowrest Memorial Gardens. “The body will leave […]
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Babsy Grange To Valiant: “You Have An Awesome Responsibility”
July 7, 2023The content originally appeared on: Dance Hall Mag As suggested by her boss, Prime Minister Andrew Holness and former Cabinet Member Karl Samuda, Entertainment Minister Olivia “Babsy” Grange appears to have been using “gentle persuasion” and her “charm and skills” in an attempt to steer her “nephew” Valiant away from recording unwholesome songs. Grange shared a […]
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First Trailer For ‘Bob Marley: One Love’ Unveiled: Watch
July 7, 2023The content originally appeared on: Dance Hall Mag The first trailer for Paramount Pictures’ highly anticipated Bob Marley biopic, Bob Marley: One Love, has been released. The film, which stars British actor Kingsley Ben-Adir as Bob Marley and Lashana Lynch as Rita Marley, is expected to make its theatrical debut on Friday, January 12, 2024. The trailer […]
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Tuff Gong Shares Cover Art And Release Date For New Bob Marley Album
July 7, 2023The content originally appeared on: Dance Hall Mag Tuff Gong International has announced a new Bob Marley Reggae/Afrobeats fusion album titled Africa Unite, set for release on August 4, with several collaborations featuring popular Nigerian artists. In a release, the Kingston-based label, which Bob Marley founded in 1965, described the 10-track production as “a majestic, […]
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Buju Banton Talks New Album ‘Born For Greatness’
July 6, 2023The content originally appeared on: Dance Hall Mag Reggae and Dancehall star Buju Banton is preparing to release his 12th studio album – Born For Greatness. His last album came three years ago in the form of the intuitively named Upside Down 2020, which summed up Banton’s perception of the world at that tumultuous juncture. Born […]
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Dexta Daps Thanks Davido After They Shared The Stage In Washington DC
July 6, 2023The content originally appeared on: Dance Hall Mag Nigerian singer Davido launched his North American summer ‘Timeless Tour’ in Washington, DC on Saturday (July 1) and brought Dexta Daps on stage for a special guest appearance. The Jamaican singer shared the stage with Davido, performing their single BOP in front of 21,000 concertgoers at the Capital One […]
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Shenseea Defends Portrayal Of Same-Sex Relationships In Her Music
July 5, 2023The content originally appeared on: Dance Hall Mag Shenseea has fired back at critics who disapprove of her representation of same-sex relationships in her music and music videos. Speaking with Angela Yee on the Way Up With Angela Yee podcast, the Jamaican singer championed personal liberation and said that expressing herself, as she did in her song […]
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Minister Marion Hall Hails “Respectful, Real And Loving” Lady G
July 4, 2023The content originally appeared on: Dance Hall Mag Minister Marion Hall has professed her sisterly love for her Dancehall compatriot Lady G, describing the Breeze Off artist as loving, respectful, and real. A few days ago, Hall, formerly Lady Saw, shared a photo of herself and Lady G following her performance at Groovin in the […]
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Kemar Highcon Talks Life, Masicka And The Law
July 4, 2023The content originally appeared on: Dance Hall Mag It was a revealing peak behind the scenes for Dancehall’s Sauce Boss Kemar Highcon, whose recent appearance on the Let’s Be Honest podcast touched on nearly everything in the singer’s life, from his upbringing and career in music to his Masicka diss and recent legal troubles. Having once believed […]
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Reggae Gospel Singer Kevin Downswell Says He’s Shunned Lucrative Offers To “Go Secular”
July 4, 2023The content originally appeared on: Dance Hall Mag Reggae Gospel singer Kevin Downswell has revealed that he has had to shun many highly lucrative offers to “go secular” during his music career, but that he would not have been as successful as he is had he gone down that path. During an interview on Television […]
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’80s And ’90s Dancehall Celebrated On International Reggae Day
July 3, 2023The content originally appeared on: Dance Hall Mag A slew of Dancehall artists, producers, and sound systems who ruled the 1990s, are being celebrated on International Reggae Day, which is commemorated July 1 each year. According to founder of the event, Andrea Davis, the theme “From Brukins to Bogle” and accompanying compilation of the 80s-90s […]
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Shenseea Brings The Tropics To NYC For Captain Morgan, Vita Coco—See Photos
July 3, 2023The content originally appeared on: Dance Hall Mag Dancehall singer Shenseea kickstarted the first of a series of shows for Captain Morgan and Vita Coco’s Tropical Takeover Tour, performing in Jamaica, Queens, New York, this week. As part of the multi-city tour featuring fellow Jamaican star Sean Paul and Puerto Rican rapper Myke Towers, the […]
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Mikey Bennett, Kirk “Koolface” Ford Featured In ‘Country Goes Reggae’ Mini Documentary
July 3, 2023The content originally appeared on: Dance Hall Mag Reggae and Dancehall music producers Mikey Bennett and Kirk “Koolface” Ford were featured in the Positive Vibrations: Country Goes Reggae (Mini Documentary), which is aimed at showcasing how “Reggae music and Country music are both rooted in culture and storytelling”. The two Jamaicans were featured alongside country […]
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Pamputtae Has No Regrets After Serving Up Dancehall At Pride Toronto 2023
July 3, 2023The content originally appeared on: Dance Hall Mag The Pride Toronto LGBTQ festival has welcomed Dancehall music for the second year in a row, and Jamaican artist Pamputtae has no regrets about that. “Mi glad seh mi deh yah. All a who neva wah mi deh yah, mi deh yah! All a who neva wah […]
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Tuff Gong Shares Tracklist, Cover Art, And Release Date For New Bob Marley Album Ft. Rema, Davido, Arya Starr & More
July 2, 2023The content originally appeared on: Dance Hall Mag Tuff Gong International has announced a new Bob Marley Reggae/Afrobeats fusion album titled Africa Unite, set for release on August 4, with several collaborations featuring popular Nigerian artists. In a release, the Kingston-based label, which Bob Marley founded in 1965, described the 10-track production as “a majestic, […]
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Mahalia, Burna Boy’s ‘Simmer’, Which Reimagined The ‘Playground’ Riddim, Is Certified Gold In The UK
July 2, 2023The content originally appeared on: Dance Hall Mag British-Jamaican singer Mahalia’s 2019 hit Simmer, which featured Burna Boy, is now certified Gold in the UK. According to the British Phonographic Industry (BPI), the song was issued a BRIT Certified Gold award on Friday (June 30) after selling over 400,000 copies in the UK, as measured by The Official […]
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Lord Creator, Original ‘Kingston Town’ Singer, Dead At 87
July 1, 2023The content originally appeared on: Dance Hall Mag Calypsonian, ska, and rocksteady artist Lord Creator, best known for his hit song Kingston Town, later covered by UB40, died today (June 30). Born Kenrick Patrick, he was 87. “He died at 11 a.m, he hadn’t been feeling well for some time,” Mrs. Neseline Patrick, Lord Creator’s […]
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‘Bob Marley: One Love’ Biopic’s Success Hinges On Kingsley Ben-Adir’s Performance, Says Cedella Marley
July 1, 2023The content originally appeared on: Dance Hall Mag Cedella Marley has admitted that the success of the upcoming Bob Marley: One Love biopic, which covers the life of her father spanning 1976 and 1978, rests heavily on lead actor Kingsley Ben Adir’s portrayal of the late Reggae icon. During an interview with veteran entertainment journalist […]
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Jahshii’s Family Calls For An End To ‘False Rumors’ Surrounding Murder Case
July 1, 2023The content originally appeared on: Dance Hall Mag The family of Jahshii is speaking out on the rumors that the Dancehall artist was connected to the murder of businessman Omar ‘Romie’ Wright. According to them, these rumors have not only affected Jahshii’s career but have also taken a toll on the entire family, resulting in […]
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Jada Kingdom Leaves Republic Records: “I Felt So Out Of Place”
July 1, 2023The content originally appeared on: Dance Hall Mag Just two years after signing with Republic Records, Dancehall songstress Jada Kingdom is stepping out on her own as an independent artist. “Now I’m a fully independent artist, no longer with a label,” the WiN singer told TEEN VOGUE. Signed in 2021, the record deal, in partnership […]
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Nigerians Concerned Reggae, Dancehall Fading Away, As Artists Switch To Afrobeats
June 30, 2023The content originally appeared on: Dance Hall Mag While the BBC made much of what it described as Ghana’s “love affair with Reggae” earlier this year, there has seemingly been love lost in Nigeria, where other reports are that the West African country’s Dancehall and Reggae stars, among them Patoranking, have ditched the Jamaican genre, […]
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Kerry Washington, Derek Hough Tap Sean Paul, Ding Dong For New Nat Geo Series
June 30, 2023The content originally appeared on: Dance Hall Mag American actress Kerry Washington and Dancing with the Stars pro Derek Hough have been spotted around Kingston, Jamaica, and have so far linked up with Dancehall stars Sean Paul and Ding Dong for what’s expected to be an upcoming project for National Geographic (Nat Geo). The new […]
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Minister Marion Hall “Never Going Back” To Lady Saw, But Says She’s Still Dancehall’s ‘Baddest’
June 30, 2023The content originally appeared on: Dance Hall Mag Minister Marion Hall says that while she’ll “never go back to being Lady Saw,” she still remains Dancehall’s “baddest” female artist. “Nobaddy nuh bad like me inna Dancehall yah suh. Mi jus nuh waan guh back deh!” Hall declared while performing her song Kiss Out Mi Bible […]
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Spragga Benz Cautions Youth Against Sex Addiction
June 30, 2023The content originally appeared on: Dance Hall Mag Dancehall artist Spragga Benz believes he came from a sex-crazed generation, and doesn’t want today’s youth to continue the cycle. In an Instagram post, the Things Ah Gwaan deejay echoed personal coach Zeus Wit’s stance that a man who controls his stomach, penis, and tongue, has solved […]
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Shane O, Kash Promise Move Impress At Rum Bar Vibes Fest
June 30, 2023The content originally appeared on: Dance Hall Mag Dancehall artists Shane O and Kash Promise Move left an indelible mark on the residents of Portland at the recently held Rum Bar Vibes Fest on Friday, June 23 at the Port Antonio Town Centre. The event peaked with Shane O’s acapella entrance onto the Rum Bar […]
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Jo Mersa Marley’s Cause Of Death Is Revealed Months After Singer Was Found Dead
June 29, 2023The content originally appeared on: Dance Hall Mag Reggae singer Jo Mersa Marley died of an “acute asthma exacerbation” after being infected with rhinovirus or enterovirus, according to documents obtained by Rolling Stone on Tuesday (June 27). The publication reported that Jo’s condition often presents as symptoms of the common cold, citing new details from the […]
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Shaggy Shares How US Marine Corps Training Shaped His Distinctive Voice
June 29, 2023The content originally appeared on: Dance Hall Mag Dancehall megastar Shaggy has shed light on how his time in the United States Marine Corps played an instrumental role in shaping his distinctive baritone voice. His path to stardom took an unlikely turn when he enlisted in the Marines as a means of finding stability and […]
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Spice Says Carnival Is A Culture Experience, Crucial To Her Mental Health
June 29, 2023The content originally appeared on: Dance Hall Mag Spice might be the Queen of Dancehall, but she has recently revealed that the Carnival experience is crucial to her mental health. Speaking to MTV for Caribbean American Heritage Month, the entertainer, whose given name is Grace Hamilton, said that the dormancy of Carnival during the pandemic […]
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Legendary Chaka Demus & Pliers, Konshens Honored
June 28, 2023News Americas, MIAMI, FL, Weds. June 28, 2023: Iconic Jamaican brand Red Stripe celebrated the launch of their new Rum Punch and Rum Mojito canned cocktails during the culmination of Caribbean-American Heritage Month by hosting their Dance Hall of Fame event in Wynwood, Miami. Co-produced with WYNCARIB at Wynwood Marketplace, the event featured legendary Jamaican […]
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Spice Deletes Instagram Post After Asking Followers Their Thoughts On Transgender Woman’s “Pregnancy”
June 28, 2023The content originally appeared on: Dance Hall Mag A since-deleted Instagram post by Queen of Dancehall Spice on Wednesday seems to have stirred some tension between her and the Trans community, after the singer attempted to get her ‘besties’ opinion on a polarizing topic: whether or not men can become pregnant. Spice reposted a screenshot […]
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Spice Defends Standing Leg Split At 2023 BET Awards: ‘I Had To Skin It Right Out’
June 27, 2023The content originally appeared on: Dance Hall Mag Queen of Dancehall Spice has come out in full defense of her signature one-leg-in-the-air stunt, which has triggered both fervent support and strong criticism following her performance at the 2023 BET Awards on Sunday. If you know Spice, you know that she raises one leg when she […]
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Patra, Yo-Yo Have Emotional Reunion At 2023 BET Awards
June 27, 2023The content originally appeared on: Dance Hall Mag It was a moving reunion for Romantic Call collaborators Patra and Yo-Yo, who shared a passionate embrace ahead of the 2023 BET Awards over the weekend. Both women appeared equally ecstatic to see each other, as shrieks of “Patra!” and “Yo-Yo!” filled what appeared to be a packed passageway […]
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Spice, Dexta Daps, Skillibeng, And More Perform At BET Awards 2023 In Tribute To Busta Rhymes
June 27, 2023The content originally appeared on: Dance Hall Mag Spice, Dexta Daps, and Skillibeng, among others, set the Microsoft Theater ablaze in honoring American rap legend born to Jamaican parents – Busta Rhymes, who was the recipient of the Lifetime Achievement Award at the 2023 BET Awards yesterday. This year’s BET Awards set out to celebrate […]
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Vybz Kartel’s ‘Summertime’ Hits 100 Million Views On YouTube
June 27, 2023The content originally appeared on: Dance Hall Mag Vybz Kartel‘s catchy summer anthem Summertime, released in 2011, has surpassed 100 million views on YouTube as of Sunday, June 25. This marks Kartel’s first song as a solo or lead artist to reach such a milestone, following his collaboration with Spice on Conjugal Visit, which hit […]
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Linda Smith Isaacs, Manager Of The Late Gregory Isaacs, Dead At 75
June 26, 2023The content originally appeared on: Dance Hall Mag Former music manager, Linda Smith Isaacs, in whose house the veteran singer Gregory Isaacs spent his last days while battling cancer, has died. She passed away on June 21 at the age of 75. She suffered from emphysema and had breathing problems for a period of time […]
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Jeremy Harding: “Beenie Man Is The Greatest Dancehall Artist Ever”
June 26, 2023The content originally appeared on: Dance Hall Mag Jeremy Harding, playground riddim producer and former manager of Sean Paul, has declared Beenie Man Dancehall’s Greatest of All Time (G.O.A.T). “I have said it publicly and I will state it once again, that Beenie Man is the greatest Dancehall artiste ever in the history of this […]
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D’Angel, Razor B Denounce Domestic Violence On Their New Show
June 26, 2023The content originally appeared on: Dance Hall Mag In the backdrop of the ongoing condemnation of violence against women and children, dancehall artists D’Angel and Razor B are denouncing domestic abuse on their new show, Live at 5. Sharing that she is a survivor of all types of abuse, D’Angel is using the platform – […]
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D’Angel, Razor B Denounce Domestic Violence On Their New Show
June 25, 2023The content originally appeared on: Dance Hall Mag In the backdrop of the ongoing condemnation of violence against women and children, dancehall artists D’Angel and Razor B are denouncing domestic abuse on their new show, Live at 5. Sharing that she is a survivor of all types of abuse, D’Angel is using the platform – […]
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Linda Smith Isaacs, Manager Of The Late Gregory Isaacs, Dead At 75
June 24, 2023The content originally appeared on: Dance Hall Mag Former music manager, Linda Smith Isaacs, in whose house the veteran singer Gregory Isaacs spent his last days while battling cancer, has died. She passed away on June 21 at the age of 75. She suffered from emphysema and had breathing problems for a period of time […]
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Linda Smith Isaacs, Manager Of The Late Gregory Isaacs, Dead At 75
June 24, 2023The content originally appeared on: Dance Hall Mag Former music manager, Linda Smith Isaacs, in whose house the veteran singer Gregory Isaacs spent his last days while battling cancer, has died. She passed away on June 21 at the age of 75. She suffered from emphysema and had breathing problems for a period of time […]
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Linda Smith Isaacs, Manager Of The Late Gregory Isaacs, Dead At 75
June 24, 2023The content originally appeared on: Dance Hall Mag Former music manager, Linda Smith Isaacs, in whose house the veteran singer Gregory Isaacs spent his last days while battling cancer, has died. She passed away on June 21 at the age of 75. She suffered from emphysema and had breathing problems for a period of time […]
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Linda Smith Isaacs, Manager Of The Late Gregory Isaacs, Dead At 75
June 24, 2023The content originally appeared on: Dance Hall Mag Former music manager, Linda Smith Isaacs, in whose house the veteran singer Gregory Isaacs spent his last days while battling cancer, has died. She passed away on June 21 at the age of 75. She suffered from emphysema and had breathing problems for a period of time […]
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Linda Smith Isaacs, Manager Of The Late Gregory Isaacs, Dead At 75
June 24, 2023The content originally appeared on: Dance Hall Mag Former music manager, Linda Smith Isaacs, in whose house the veteran singer Gregory Isaacs spent his last days while battling cancer, has died. She passed away on June 21 at the age of 75. She suffered from emphysema and had breathing problems for a period of time […]
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Linda Smith Isaacs, Manager Of The Late Gregory Isaacs, Dead At 75
June 24, 2023The content originally appeared on: Dance Hall Mag Former music manager, Linda Smith Isaacs, in whose house the veteran singer Gregory Isaacs spent his last days while battling cancer, has died. She passed away on June 21 at the age of 75. She suffered from emphysema and had breathing problems for a period of time […]
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Linda Smith Isaacs, Manager Of The Late Gregory Isaacs, Dead At 75
June 24, 2023The content originally appeared on: Dance Hall Mag Former music manager, Linda Smith Isaacs, in whose house the veteran singer Gregory Isaacs spent his last days while battling cancer, has died. She passed away on June 21 at the age of 75. She suffered from emphysema and had breathing problems for a period of time […]
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Linda Smith Isaacs, Manager Of The Late Gregory Isaacs, Dead At 75
June 24, 2023The content originally appeared on: Dance Hall Mag Former music manager, Linda Smith Isaacs, in whose house the veteran singer Gregory Isaacs spent his last days while battling cancer, has died. She passed away on June 21 at the age of 75. She suffered from emphysema and had breathing problems for a period of time […]
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Sean Paul Surpassed Beenie Man Because Of Better Management, Not Skin Color—Says Jeremy Harding
June 23, 2023The content originally appeared on: Dance Hall Mag Sean Paul’s former manager Jeremy Harding has rubbished suggestions that the We Be Burnin artist was able to surge ahead of Beenie Man internationally in the 2000s because foreign record labels favored him due to his lighter skin color. Harding, who produced Beenie Man’s biggest solo hit […]
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Jahshii Questioned By Cops And Released
June 23, 2023The content originally appeared on: Dance Hall Mag Detectives at the Constant Spring police questioned Dancehall artist Jahshii in the presence of his lawyers on Wednesday afternoon. He was subsequently released. The Born Fighter singer had surrendered himself in the company of his attorneys, King’s Counsel Peter Champagnie and Richard Lynch, on Wednesday afternoon. “He […]
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Busy Signal Grateful For Congressional Honorary Award In New York
June 23, 2023The content originally appeared on: Dance Hall Mag Dancehall star Busy Signal was presented with a Certificate of Special Congressional Recognition for his “outstanding and invaluable service to the community.” The award was presented to him on Sunday, June 11, by New York’s Congresswoman, Yvette D. Clarke. The presentation to Busy marks the commemoration of […]
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Cham Shares Secret To His Ageless Look
June 22, 2023The content originally appeared on: Dance Hall Mag Should an anti-aging brand need an ambassador, Dancehall toaster Cham would be the perfect fit. Over the years, his female fans have not only lauded his diverse repertoire, but his ability to maintain his devilishly handsome appearance. Cham shared his beauty secret during a press run for […]
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Shaggy, Fans React To ‘Bad Like Brooklyn Dancehall’ Documentary
June 22, 2023The content originally appeared on: Dance Hall Mag Following the premiere of the Bad Like Brooklyn Dancehall documentary at the recently held Tribeca Film Festival, Dancehall megastar Shaggy took to Instagram to reflect on the film’s largely positive reception while celebrating the genre that made it all possible. Shaggy wrote: “This genre is a genre that has […]
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Patra Hails Janelle Monáe As An “Amazing Performer”
June 22, 2023The content originally appeared on: Dance Hall Mag Dancehall veteran Patra was thrilled to learn that it was Janelle Monáe, who wanted to sample her 1993 song Whining Skill. The Queen of the Pack deejay made the disclosure in an Instagram post on Wednesday, hailing the American singer as an “amazing performer.” The post read: “I was […]
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Isaiah Laing Says There Was An Upside To A’mari, Queenie’s Sting 2022 ‘Clash’
June 22, 2023The content originally appeared on: Dance Hall Mag Supreme Promotions’ Isaiah Laing has admitted that the drama that A’mari “DJ Mona-Lisa” and Queen Ladi Gangsta brought to Sting 2022 had a positive side as it caused the event to “trend” globally for two days in a row. Laing made the revelation after initially downplaying the effect […]
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Jahshii Wanted For Questioning By Cops Over Murder Of Businessman
June 21, 2023The content originally appeared on: Dance Hall Mag The St. Andrew North police are asking entertainer Jahshii to turn himself in with his lawyer to answer questions regarding his alleged role in the murder of 45-year-old businessman Omar Wright, otherwise called ‘Romie’. Wright is the brother of an alleged ‘don’, Porky, from the area. Reports […]
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Marion Hall Shares Sneak Peek Of Reggae Sumfest Set, And It’s Giving Sunday Service Meets Dancehall
June 21, 2023The content originally appeared on: Dance Hall Mag Minister Marion Hall has given a sneak peek into her upcoming Reggae Sumfest performance, and it’s giving Sunday service meets clean Dancehall. Hall, who last slayed the festival as Lady Saw in 2015, will return to Catherine Hall, St. James, on July 22 with at least 1,000 […]
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Spice Withdraws From ‘Groovin’ In The Park’
June 21, 2023The content originally appeared on: Dance Hall Mag Queen of Dancehall Spice has announced that she will not be gracing the stage at Sunday’s (June 25) staging of Groovin In The Park at the Roy Wilkins Park in Queens, New York. The Go Down Deh singer dropped the disappointing news on Monday night. “I Grace Spice Hamilton […]
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The Max Romeo Song That He Didn’t Want To Record, And Why It Won Over UK Skinheads
June 21, 2023The content originally appeared on: Dance Hall Mag Reggae veteran Max Romeo says he was reluctant to record Wet Dreams, a risqué 1969 UK chart hit, but decided to do so after much coercion from legendary music producer Bunny ‘Striker’ Lee. In an interview with YouTuber Teach Dem, the 78-year-old singer-songwriter was asked why he […]
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Steely & Clevie’s Reggaeton Copyright Lawsuit Faces First Major Hurdle In Court
June 21, 2023The content originally appeared on: Dance Hall Mag One hundred and seven of the almost 170 defendants in Steely & Clevie Productions’ copyright lawsuit filed three motions on Thursday (June 15) to dismiss the case. The three California court filings, obtained by DancehallMag, reveal the defendants’ primary defense: the drum and bass elements allegedly pirated […]
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Kevin Lyttle’s ‘Turn Me On’ Goes Double Platinum In The UK
June 21, 2023The content originally appeared on: Dance Hall Mag Kevin Lyttle’s 2003 hit Turn Me On, which received a new remix in April 2023, is now certified double platinum in the United Kingdom. According to the British Phonographic Industry (BPI), Turn Me On was issued the BRIT Certified Multi-Platinum (2x) award on Friday (June 15), after it sold […]
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Teejay Finds His Own Lane At Warner Music
June 21, 2023The content originally appeared on: Dance Hall Mag Jamaican artist Teejay has signed with Warner Music Group, in a deal that was described as “Dancehall’s biggest for the year.” “Me Feel Good… a music we a duh from long time and me hard work is finally paying off!! dis is just the start!!… Drift… a […]
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Spice Relives Near-Death Ordeal On LHHATL’s MTV Premiere
June 21, 2023The content originally appeared on: Dance Hall Mag Queen of Dancehall Spice kickstarted the ‘rebooted’ Love & Hip-Hop: Atlanta (LHHATL) series with an emotional moment as she relived her near-death experience in the Dominican Republic and how it affected her children. The series, which had called VH1 home since its debut in 2012, has moved […]
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Shenseea Reaches Settlement With Stephanie Sarley To End Copyright Lawsuit Over Music Video
June 21, 2023The content originally appeared on: Dance Hall Mag Shenseea and her record label Interscope Records have reached a settlement with American visual artist Stephanie Sarley in a copyright infringement lawsuit over the Jamaican singer’s 2019 music video for her song Foreplay. In a ‘Notice of Settlement’ obtained by DancehallMag, Sarley’s attorneys, Pietz & Shahriari, LLP, […]
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Isaiah Laing Wants “10 Giants Of Dancehall” For Sting 2023
June 21, 2023The content originally appeared on: Dance Hall Mag Supreme Promotions chairman and founder of Sting Isaiah Laing says Bounty Killer, Beenie Man, Sizzla, and Capleton are among his “10 giants of Dancehall,” who he wants to grace the show on Boxing Day this year. The annual event, dubbed the Greatest One Night Show on Earth, […]
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Jack Johnson Makes First Entry On Billboard Reggae Chart, Byron Messia Holds For Second Week
June 21, 2023The content originally appeared on: Dance Hall Mag In Between Dub, a remix album by American singer Jack Johnson, has debuted at No. 4 on the Billboard Reggae Albums chart, while St. Kitts sensation Byron Messia‘s No Love slides one place on the usually stagnant weekly listing. Released on June 2, In Between Dub was […]
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Sean Paul Cancels Show In Order To Spend Father’s Day With His Kids
June 21, 2023The content originally appeared on: Dance Hall Mag Dancehall superstar Sean Paul says he recently forfeited a show, just so that he can spend Father’s Day with his children. The Temperature artist was speaking with Ebony magazine after being asked what fatherhood was like for him at age 50, and what he was “most looking […]
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Yellowman’s Zunggunzungguguzungguzeng Celebrates Its 40th Anniversary
June 16, 2023News Americas, NEW YORK, NY, Fri. June 16, 2023: Jamaican emcee and dancehall great Yellow Man is marking a milestone. His iconic Dancehall masterpiece, ‘Zunggunzungguguzungguzeng,’ marks its 40th anniversary this month! Back in June 1983, Greensleeves Records seized the opportunity to release a timeless LP featuring the hottest emcee in reggae and dancehall, Yellowman. Born […]
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Dancehall Legend Busy Signal To Headline Guyana Independence Celebration In Brooklyn On June 11 & Receive Congressional Honor
June 8, 2023News Americas, Brooklyn, NY, Thurs. June 8, 2023: New Yorkers will join the Guyanese American community to celebrate Guyana’s 57th Independence Anniversary on Sunday, June 11, 2023, when the annual Guyanese Independence parade on Church Avenue in Brooklyn. In a statement Tuesday, Kevin King, Vice Chairman of the Guyana Independence Celebration Committee New York announced […]
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Jamaican Born, Jazz Great Dr. Monty Alexander To Mark Caribbean American Heritage Month In D.C.
June 7, 2023News Americas, NEW YORK, NY, Weds. June 7, 2022: One of the Caribbean’s premier artiste, Jamaican-born, Grammy-nominated international musician, Dr. Monty Alexander, CD, will mark National Caribbean American Heritage Month in Washington, D.C., this weekend with his 51st annual performance at the famedBlues Alley Jazz Club. Fresh from captivating audiences in France and Japan, Alexander […]
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Shaka Ilembe Is Ready To Hit Global Screens!
June 2, 2023News Americas, Johannesburg, South Africa, Fri. June 02, 2023: The Johannesburg Stock Exchange listed MultiChoice Group is about to debut it’s biggest ever prime-time drama series, Shaka Ilembe, an epic 12-part tale that follows the origins story of the legendary African monarch and military strategist, King Shaka. Six years in the making, the highly anticipated series […]
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Remembering My Friend Harry Belafonte
May 23, 2023By Dr. Monty Alexander NEWS AMERICAS, NEW YORK, NY, Tues. May 23, 2023: On April 25, 2023, the world bid farewell to Harry Belafonte, a true icon of music, cinema, and activism. I not only mourn the loss of an extraordinary individual, but also a dear friend. Growing up in Jamaica, my home, Harry played […]
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Dancehall Star Shaggy Leans Into Soca
May 12, 2023By NAN ET Writer News Americas, NEW YORK, NY, Fri. May 12, 2023: Grammy-winning Jamaican star Shaggy has gone soca! The star has teamed up with Trinidad and Tobago soca stars Patrice Roberts and Kes, and St. Vincent and the Grenadines Skinny Fabulous to launch ‘In The Mood,’ a 7-track EP that leans in heavily […]
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Dominica-Born Singer To Perform in Leesta Vall’s ‘Direct-to-Vinyl Live Sessions
May 12, 2023News Americas, NEW YORK, NY, Fri. May 12, 2023: Marie-Claire Giraud, a Jazz singer born in Dominica and raised in the Bronx, has been invited by Leesta Vall Records, a Brooklyn NY record label, to perform her original song “CHASIN’ RAINBOWS” in their “Direct-to-Vinyl Live Sessions” on May 22nd, 2023. The live performance of the […]
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This British Guyanese Actress Plays Queen Charlotte In ‘Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story’
May 9, 2023By NAN Staff Writer News Americas, LONDON, England, Tues. May 9, 2023: The actress playing the older Queen Charlotte in Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story was born in Guyana. Golda Rosheuvel was born to a Guyanese father and an English mother. She moved to England when she was five. Rosheuvel, 53, is known for her […]
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Jamaican American Actress Nabs Major Role At Kentucky Derby
May 7, 2023By NAN Staff Writer News Americas, LOUISVILLE, Kentucky, Sun. May 7, 2023: Jamaican American Emmy-Award winning actress and singer, Sheryl Lee-Ralph, landed another major win Saturday, as she became the voice of NBCUniversal’s promotion of the 149th Kentucky Derby. Lee Ralph starred in the NBCUniversal’s Derby opening tease and re-tease. Her distinct voice was heard […]
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4 Show Genres You Must See While In The Caribbean
May 2, 2023Latest Caribbean And Latin America News from News America – The Black Immigrant Daily News Americas, NEW YORK, NY, Tues. May 2, 2023: If you’re looking to venture out to the Caribbean, either island hopping on a cruise or sticking to one location, you’re likely to want some entertainment throughout your journey. Well, there are […]
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Reggae’s Buju, Hip Hop’s Snoop Celebrate 4/20 With New Track
April 20, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News News Americas, KINGSTON, Jamaica, Thurs. April 20, 2023: Jamaican born Grammy-winning Reggae legend Buju Banton has teamed up with Hip Hop icon Snoop Dogg for a new collaboration on 4/20, titled “High Life.” The track, which features the two artists trading verses over a classic reggae beat, is a celebration of […]
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Another Caribbean Drama Returns To Off Broadway
April 19, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News News Americas, NEW YORK, NY, Weds. April 19, 2023: There is exciting news for theatre enthusiasts as another Caribbean play is set to make its Off Broadway return, fresh off of the opening of The Harder They Come. “Mamma Decemba,” a Caribbean drama written by Nigel D. Moffatt, will open at […]
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This Dancehall Grammy-Winning Star Is Coming To South Florida
April 7, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News News Americas, FORT LAUDERDALE, FL, Fri. April 8, 2023: Legendary Jamaican dancehall deejay, Shabba Ranks, is coming to the Miramar Cultural Center this May. Ranks, born Rexton Rawlston Fernando Gordon, has been instrumental in gaining prominence for reggae and reggae-influenced music. He was the first reggae artist to win back-to-back Grammy […]
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Reggae Artist Protoje For Free South Florida Performance
April 6, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News News Americas, FORT LAUDERDALE, FL, Thurs. April 6, 2023: Jamaican Reggae star Protoje will be in the house this April 16th at the magnificent ArtsPark in downtown Hollywood, Florida and the concert will be free. The show will start at 7 p.m. The free concert is part of the Hollywood Arts […]
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Ziggy Marley Accuses Sea Salt, A Luxury Villa In Ocho Rios, Of Discrimination Because He’s Jamaican. They Respond.
April 3, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: DanceHallMag Ziggy Marley — the eldest son of Reggae icon Bob Marley and an eight-time Grammy Award winner — has accused a luxury villa in Jamaica’s North Coast of discrimination. Marley, who recently wrapped up filming of the Paramount Studios Bob Marley biopic on the […]
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More Must Be Done To Ensure Reggae Musicians Are “Well Compensated,” Says Flourgon’s Lawyer
April 2, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: DanceHallMag New York-based Jamaican-born attorney Stephen Drummond is again lamenting the fact that many Jamaican Reggae singers and songwriters have not reaped the fruits of their labor, unlike their overseas counterparts, a situation which must be addressed urgently. The Hanover native, who represented veteran […]
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Jethro ‘Alonestar’ Sheeran Says His Family Has Always Been A Fan Of Reggae Music
April 2, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: DanceHallMag British rapper Jethro ‘Alonestar’ Sheeran, first cousin of superstar Ed Sheeran, says his family has always been enthralled by Reggae music. “The Sheerans are a big fan of Reggae. We grew up on it. I was born and raised in a West Indian cultural […]
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Shenseea, Interscope Reach Settlement With Producer In ‘Lick’ Copyright Lawsuit
April 2, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: DanceHallMag Jamaican singer Shenseea and her label Interscope Records have reached a settlement in one of the two copyright infringement lawsuits filed against her last year, DancehallMag has exclusively confirmed. Producer Anastas ‘Pupa Nas-T’ Hackett said he’s pleased to bring his lawsuit to an end […]
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‘Top G’ Andrew Tate Blasts Shane O’s ‘7 Jacket’ In First Video Since Release From Jail
April 2, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: DanceHallMag Shane O is counting his blessings once again, after Andrew Tate returned to Twitter and shared a video of himself pacing in a room while blasting the Dancehall star’s 7 Jacket, a 2022 song that tackled the issue of paternity fraud in Jamaica. Tate, […]
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Blak Ryno Open To Working With Vybz Kartel, Says Fallout Was Overblown
April 1, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: DanceHallMag Though he left Vybz Kartel’s Portmore/Gaza Empire more than a decade ago, dancehall singjay Blak Ryno isn’t opposed to working with him in the future. On a recent episode of Dancehall Hot Seat, the ‘Real Stinga’ was asked about the possibility of collaborating if […]
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Tu-Lox Launches Rebel 13 Foundation
April 1, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: DanceHallMag Twin of Twins member Tu-Lox is expanding his Rebel 13 brand with the launch of a charitable organization. The Dancehall artist shared the news on the latest episode of his My Tu-Sense ‘podclass’ on YouTube. “Mi set up the Rebel 13 foundation,” he started. […]
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Minister Marion Hall Booked For Reggae Sumfest, Skatta Says: “My Prayers Have Been Answered”
March 31, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: DanceHallMag Dancehall music producer and Reggae Sumfest Marketing Strategist Skatta Burrell is having a field day, this upon sharing a flyer announcing that Minister Marion Hall (formerly Lady Saw) has been booked for Concert Night II at the Reggae festival, in July. “ My prayers […]
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A’mari Says She Never Endorsed Spice’s ‘God A Bless Me’
March 31, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: DanceHallMag A’mari has lashed out heavily at Spice after the Queen of Dancehall shared a Instagram video clip of the Neko artist seemingly vibing to her new song God a Bless Me, in a series of clips of mature women endorsing the song. According to […]
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UK Home Office Reportedly Denied Dozens Of Afrobeats Artists’ Visas
March 31, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: DanceHallMag The Voice Newspaper has reported that the UK Home Office has launched what has been described as the “biggest attack on a Black music genre by British authorities, since Dancehall in the 1990s”. According to the publication, Afrobeats artists are now the subject of […]
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Kranium’s ‘We Can’ With Tory Lanez Certified Silver In The UK
March 31, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: DanceHallMag Kranium and Tory Lanez’s We Can is now certified Silver in the United Kingdom, six years after its release. According to the British Phonographic Industry (BPI), We Can was issued a BRIT Certified Silver award today (March 24), after it sold over 200,000 units in the UK, as measured […]
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Spice’s ‘So Mi Like It’ Makes Netflix Debut
March 31, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: DanceHallMag Spice’s smash hit So Mi Like It was among the songs featured in Netflix’s latest reality TV/competition series ‘Dance 100’ – a show in which dance choreographers compete for $100,000 and bragging rights. With just six episodes rounding out the first season, the show […]
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Bounty Killer Says Afrobeats Not In Competition With Dancehall
March 31, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: DanceHallMag Bounty Killer has declared that he fully embraces Afrobeats music, and says the genre should not be pitted against Dancehall. In responding to the question whether “Dancehall music still has a place on the international market with the emergence of Afrobeats,” during an I […]
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Popcaan To Release ‘Great Is He’ Deluxe Edition With 8 New Songs
March 31, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: DanceHallMag Dancehall artist Popcaan has announced that Great Is He Deluxe will be released on March 31, 2023. Great Is He, Popcaan’s fifth studio NewsAmericasNow.com
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Minister Marion Hall To Release Song About Her ‘Blessed Body’
March 30, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: DanceHallMag In the midst of the chatter surrounding how gospel artist Minister Marion Hall clothes her canvas, she has announced an upcoming single which places focus on the body. “Listen out for my new song titled Bless Body,” she revealed in a Facebook post. “It’s […]
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Tommy Lee Sparta Ready For Reggae Sumfest Days After Release From Prison
March 30, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: DanceHallMag Tommy Lee Sparta is delighting in his recent booking for Reggae Sumfest 2023, days after his release from prison. The Spartan Soldier took to his Instagram page on Tuesday, where he shared the Sumfest poster of himself, and told his fans to look out […]
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The Pantheon Returns After First Major Trinidad Carnival
March 29, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News By Marcia Braveboy NAN News Americas, PORT-OF-SPAIN, Trinidad, Weds. March 29, 2023: The PANTHEON Exhibition in Trinidad was born out of the COVID-19 pandemic lockdown in 2020, and frustrating restrictions that crippled Carnival and the world. This year, the first PANTHEON Exhibition post COVID and on the heels of the first […]
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Mighty Crown Sound System To Retire After 30 Years
March 29, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: DanceHallMag Renowned Japanese sound system Mighty Crown is on the last lap of its career after three decades. The decision might shock some, but with the changing climate in Dancehall, the selectors think it is time to step aside. “The challenge with continuing is being […]
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Rick Ross, Beenie Man To Perform At VaCae Weekend In April
March 29, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: DanceHallMag Andrew Ellis, CEO of Supreme Team Limited — the entity responsible for spearheading VaCae Weekend — says American rapper Rick Ross is anticipating his performance at this year’s staging. “Rick Ross is a family friend. He was the major performer at our Sandz Florida […]
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Carl Livingston, Bunny Wailer’s Brother, Dead At 77
March 29, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: DanceHallMag Carlton Livingston, the patriarch of the Livingston family and brother of the late reggae superstar Bunny Wailer, is dead at age 77. Donna Carradice, Bunny Wailer’s younger sister, made the announcement on Facebook with a heartfelt post. “Carlton Livingston, the first son of Thaddeus […]
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Shenseea Back In Jamaica For Some Downtime After Her First-Ever Threatre Concert
March 29, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: DanceHallMag Shenseea is back in Jamaica for some much-deserved downtime after wrapping up her first-ever theatre concert at the King’s Theatre in Brooklyn, New York last Saturday. The Dancehall starlet sold out the 3200-capacity auditorium, giving fans her usually tantalizing performance. It appears Shen landed […]
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Flourgon’s Lawyer Speaks On Steely & Clevie’s Reggaeton Lawsuit
March 29, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: DanceHallMag Stephen Drummond, the Jamaican-born attorney who represented veteran Dancehall artist Flourgon in his US$300 million copyright infringement case against Miley Cyrus, says Steely & Clevie Productions must put up a “tough fight” in its lawsuit against a slew of Reggaeton artists for infringing on […]
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Steely & Clevie Facing An “Uphill Battle,” But Have Been Strategic In ‘Dem Bow’ Lawsuit, Say US Attorneys
March 28, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: DanceHallMag Two US-based lawyers have offered their views on Steely & Clevie Productions’ copyright lawsuit against Panamanian artist and producer El Chombo, Puerto Rican artists Luis Fonsi and Daddy Yankee, and a slew of other Reggaeton artists, producers, and record companies. Multi-platinum and Billboard-charting hits […]
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Ziggy And Cedella Marley Join Fight To Keep Bob Marley Beach Open To The Public
March 27, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: DanceHallMag Ziggy Marley and his sister Cedella have joined the Jamaica Beach Birthright Environmental Movement’s (JABEM) bid to get the Government of Jamaica to make unconditional access to, and use of all Jamaica’s beaches, including the Bob Marley Beach in St Andrew, a Constitutional Right. […]
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Spice Returns To The Stage After 6 Month Absence Due To Health Scare
March 27, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: DanceHallMag Queen of Dancehall Spice is officially back in full effect after returning to the stage in the Cayman Islands last night (March 24, 2023). This was her first time in six months, after suffering several medical mishaps that resulted in four surgical procedures and […]
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Foxy Brown Releases Remastered Video For ‘Oh Yeah’ With Spragga Benz
March 26, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: DanceHallMag Fans of Rap/Dancehall fusions received an unexpected gift last week with Brooklyn rapper Foxy Brown releasing a remastered version of the music video for Oh Yeah, her hit 2001 song featuring her then-boyfriend Spragga Benz. The song— which sampled vocals and the instrumental from Toots […]
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Bounty Killer Says Afrobeats In The Lead, While Dancehall Held Back By Unappealing, Silly Content
March 26, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: DanceHallMag Bounty Killer has attributed the perceived stagnancy in present-day Dancehall to what he described as the “fool-fool”, internationally unappealing topics, such as Obeah and lotto scamming (chopping), around which upcoming artists are centering their songs. Speaking in an interview with I Never Knew TV, […]
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Foxy Brown Releases Remastered Video For ‘Oh Yeah’ With Spragga Benz
March 26, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: DanceHallMag Fans of Rap/Dancehall fusions received an unexpected gift last week with Brooklyn rapper Foxy Brown releasing a remastered version of the music video for Oh Yeah, her hit 2001 song featuring her then-boyfriend Spragga Benz. The song— which sampled vocals and the instrumental from Toots […]
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Carl Livington, Bunny Wailer’s Brother, Dead At 77
March 25, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: DanceHallMag Carlton Livingston, the patriarch of the Livingston family and brother of the late reggae superstar Bunny Wailer, is dead at age 77. Donna Carradice, Bunny Wailer’s younger sister, made the announcement on Facebook with a heartfelt post. “Carlton Livingston, the first son of Thaddeus […]
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Minister Marion Hall Responds To Criticism Of New Song’s Cover Art Showing Her “God-Blessed Body”
March 25, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: DanceHallMag The fashion police are out in their numbers for Minister Marion Hall, after the former Queen of Dancehall shared the cover art for her latest single, I’m Doing Better. The contentious photo sees the gospel artist showing off what she has described as her […]
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Morgan Heritage To Release New “World Music” Album In April
March 24, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: DanceHallMag Grammy award-winning Reggae band Morgan Heritage will be releasing what it has described as a “World Music” album titled The Homeland, on April 21. Positive Vibration artist Roy “Gramps” Morgan and his brothers Peter “Peetah” Morgan and Memmalatel “Mr. Mojo” Morgan made the announcement […]
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Morgan Heritage To Release New “World Music” Album In April
March 24, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: DanceHallMag Grammy award-winning Reggae band Morgan Heritage will be releasing what it has described as a “World Music” album titled The Homeland, on April 21. Positive Vibration artist Roy “Gramps” Morgan and his brothers Peter “Peetah” Morgan and Memmalatel “Mr. Mojo” Morgan made the announcement […]
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St. Andrew Man Charged With Burglarising Kiprich’s Airbnb
March 24, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: DanceHallMag The suspect who allegedly burglarised KipRich’s Portmore Airbnb apartment has been charged. A source close to the entertainer reliably informed DancehallMag that 21-year-old Kemar Jones, of an 11 Miles Bull Bay, St. Andrew address, has been charged with housebreaking and larceny. The unemployed man was nabbed […]
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Tommy Lee Sparta Released From Prison
March 24, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: DanceHallMag Dancehall entertainer Tommy Lee Sparta, whose real name is Leroy Russell Jr., has been released early from prison. View this post on Instagram Entertainment insider Heavy D confirmed that the deejay was released from the Horizon Remand Centre in Kingston at about 11 am […]
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HoodCelebrityy Has Changed Her Stage Name
March 24, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: DanceHallMag Walking Trophy artist HoodCelebrityy has rebranded to Tina, a stage name derived from her actual name Tina Pinnock. Chatting it up with fans on Instagram Live this morning, the Jamaican-born artist attributed the new moniker to natural evolution. Rapper Tina, formerly known as HoodCelebrityy […]
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Producer Skatta Burrell Rates Norris Man’s ‘Persistence’ As His Best Work Ever
March 23, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: DanceHallMag Dancehall music producer Skatta Burrell has rated Norris Man’s 2000 hit Persistence, on which he worked as a sound engineer, as his best production ever. Skatta gave Norris Man his accolades on Monday, in one of his regular throwback Instagram posts, where he shared […]
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‘Flava’ McGregor Files Copyright Lawsuit Against VP Records Seeking At Least US$10 Million
March 23, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: DanceHallMag Kemar ‘Flava’ McGregor is suing VP Records once again, this time for what he alleges is the company’s “blatant and purposeful” copyright infringement on seven songs, including tracks voiced by American singers Musiq Soulchild and Syleena Johnson and Jamaican artists Beres Hammond, Gyptian, Jah […]
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Kiprich’s Airbnb Burglary Suspect Arrested, Singer Recovers Rolex And Chain After Own Sleuth Work
March 23, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: DanceHallMag Dancehall star KipRich is thanking his lucky stars after recovering his chain and US$25,000 Rolex on Thursday. The police’s Corporate Communications Unit has confirmed that the man suspected of robbing entertainer KipRich has been arrested and remains in custody. The suspect will be transferred […]
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Merciless’ Mausoleum Costs $3 Million, Gadafi Says
March 23, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: DanceHallMag Harvel ‘Gadafi’ Hart eagerly awaits the day he returns to Jamaica to see the completed mausoleum for his friend, and business partner, Merciless, who was laid to rest in September last year. According to Hart, Merciless’ family purchased a 16-acre property on which they […]
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Ricco Ras Shares The Advice He Got From Valiant After He Was Booed At UWI Carnival
March 22, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: DanceHallMag Dancehall artist Ricco Ras is still licking his wounds after he was roundly booed during Valiant’s much-heralded set at the UWI Carnival over the weekend. As Ricco deejayed over the hip-hop beat Put Your Hands Where My Eyes Can See, boos descended from every […]
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Shenseea Among Ebony’s Black Women Who Rule Break
March 22, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: DanceHallMag Jamaican singer Shenseea and American singer and actress Chloe Bailey are the first two “dynamic, badass women” featured in Ebony Magazine’s ‘Women Who Rule Break’ series, in celebration of Women’s History Month. The 26-year-old single mom, from modest beginnings, shared how she carved out […]
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Beenie Man’s New Management Confident His US Visa Will Be Restored
March 22, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: DanceHallMag Beenie Man has new management for his career, and they are confident that U.S. fans of the Dancehall star will get a chance to see him perform again “soon.” St Croix businessman, event promoter, and founder of Ciga Records, Shawn Baptiste, who now also […]
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Valiant Reflects On The Time Popcaan “Ran Him Off The Stage”
March 21, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: DanceHallMag Fast-rising Dancehall star Valiant took a moment during a recent performance to reflect on the time Popcaan “disrespected” him on stage almost four years ago. The entertainer, who was the headliner at D’After Mas held at the University of the West Indies, Mona campus […]
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Queen Ifrica Receives 2023 Young, Gifted & Black Reggae/Dancehall Icon Award, Hall Of Fame Induction
March 21, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: DanceHallMag Fyah Mumma Queen Ifrica recently added the 2023 Young, Gifted & Black (YGB) Entrepreneurial Awards’ Reggae & Dancehall Music Entertainment Icon Award and Hall of Fame Induction to her list of accolades. In a release, which was posted on their website, the YGB organization […]
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Popcaan Announces ‘Great Is He’ European Tour
March 20, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: DanceHallMag Dancehall star Popcaan has officially announced his ‘Great Is He’ European tour, set to get underway in Salle Pleyel, Paris, on Saturday, May 6. The tour will see Popcaan performing his latest album (after which the tour is named) and will make stops in […]
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University Student’s Demand That Valiant Be Blocked From UWI Carnival Causes Fiery Debate
March 20, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: DanceHallMag Valiant is again the subject of a fiery debate in Jamaica, this after a letter to the Editor from a university student was carried in The Gleaner, voicing objection to the Dunce Cheque singer performing at this weekend’s UWI Mona Carnival, on the basis […]
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Shenseea Says She’ll Never Ditch Jamaican Accent, But New Music Will Be ‘Dancehall That Americans Can Understand’
March 20, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: DanceHallMag Jamaican singer Shenseea recently responded to naysayers who believed she was ditching her authentic Jamaican accent. “Somebody seh mi nuh have an accent nuh more. How?” she asked during a recent Instagram Live session. The Be Good singer promised that she’d never disassociate from her native tongue. “Mi […]
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Valiant Chalks Up Recent Criticism Of His Music To “Bad Mind”
March 20, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: DanceHallMag Dancehall artist Valiant has seemingly responded to recent criticism of his music, chalking it all up to a case of “bad mind.” The March 5 release of his song Rasta, which likens his non-confrontational approach to having no “beef and passa” — the way […]
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Koffee ‘Fine Now’ After Altercation On An American Airlines Flight
March 20, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: DanceHallMag Grammy winner Koffee was released on Thursday afternoon after being questioned by US immigration authorities regarding her alleged involvement in an altercation during an American Airlines flight, from the Norman Manley International Airport in Kingston to Miami, earlier in the day. “She is now […]
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Spice: “I Never Said I Was Pregnant”
March 20, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: DanceHallMag Queen of Dancehall Spice is back with her first single of 2023, God A Bless, following a major health scare late last year, and a viral Instagram post earlier this week, in which she appeared to be pregnant. Given her history of over-the-top marketing […]
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Spice Opens Up About Near-Death Experience In Dominican Republic
March 20, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: DanceHallMag After several months, Queen of Dancehall and Love and Hip-Hop: Atlanta star Spice got candid about the health scare that she experienced in the Dominican Republic following cosmetic surgery late last year. The 40-year-old entertainer broke her silence during a 90-minute live on Friday […]
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Wiz Khalifa’s Bob Marley Tattoo Gets Attention As Fans Ruthlessly Roast His Feet
March 20, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: DanceHallMag Wiz Khalifa’s Bob Marley tattoo is going viral, but not for the reasons you think. While the legendary Reggae singer has been a go-to for tattoo-lovers in Hip-Hop and many other spaces, his appearance on Wiz Khalifa’s seemingly pedicure-deprived left foot has left fans […]
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Macka Diamond Defends Koffee Flying In Economy
March 20, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: DanceHallMag Dancehall deejay Macka Diamond is over the subsector of the internet that is more preoccupied with Grammy-winning artist Koffee flying coach than her well-being following an alleged altercation on an American Airlines flight on Thursday. Macka is standing with the Raptureartist who reportedly, while […]
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Mr. Vegas, VP Records End US Copyright Lawsuit
March 20, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: DanceHallMag Mr. Vegas and Reggae label VP Records have agreed to end a lawsuit over the Dancehall star’s claims of copyright infringement, breach of contract, unfair competition, and unjust enrichment, according to court records filed Thursday (March 16). The parties said in a New York […]
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Skillibeng’s “Short Skirt” Sped Up Version Blew Up On TikTok
March 20, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Skillibeng’s new song “Short Skirt” is gaining traction on TikTok, especially the sped-up version. The dancehall star dropped the track on Thursday, and NewsAmericasNow.com
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Usain Bolt Delivers ‘Vital Information’ To Manchester United’s Erik ten Hag
March 20, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Usain Bolt had some vital information to share with Manchester United’s manager Erik ten Hag, ahead of a crucial win against Fulham on Sunday. The retired NewsAmericasNow.com
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Shenseea Shares Her Mouth Watering Oxtail Pasta Recipe
March 19, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz When she is not touring or recording music, Shenseea enjoys being a mother and cooking. The Jamaican singer surely knows her way around the kitchen after NewsAmericasNow.com
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Saweetie Addresses Liking Shady Tweet About Lil Nas X’s Sexuality
March 19, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Saweetie raises eyebrows after she liked a tweet that suggests that Lil Nas X is not really gay despite coming out. The “Icy Grl” rapper says she initially didn’t noticed the shady message in the tweet. A tweet that shaded Lil Nas X’s Lollapalooza […]
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Tekashi 6ix9ine Gets Drunk At Baseball Game Before Thrown Out
March 19, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Brooklyn rapper Tekashi 6ix9ine got into a war of words with Puerto Rican fans at the World Baseball Classic on Friday as he pulled out his Mexican flag, which seemed to irritate fans. The WBC quarterfinals were held at LoanDepot Park in Miami, Florida, […]
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Popcaan Shows Leon Edwards Support Ahead Of UFC Fight With Kamaru Usman
March 19, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Dancehall artist Popcaan is ensuring that fellow Jamaican Leon Edwards gets a boost of support ahead of his UFC fight in London against Kamaru Usman. The NewsAmericasNow.com
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Spice Details Dramatic Medical Emergency In DR: “I died in the ER”
March 17, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Queen of Dancehall Spice on Friday told fans that she died in ER last year while she was being treated for sepsis in the Dominican Republic, and she is NewsAmericasNow.com
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Shenseea Hints Kanye West Will Be On Her New Album: “I absolutely love Kanye”
March 17, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Shenseea hinted she got more new music in the works with Kanye West. Shenseea has been teasing new music, and she has been tightlipped about what’s going on except for saying that she was not satisfied with how her label handled her debut album […]
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Woman Alleges Chris Brown Beat His Ex-GF Ammika Harris, Requiring Medical Attention
March 17, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz A woman who claims to be the friend of Ammika Harris, the mother of Chris Brown’s son, Aeko Brown, claims that the R&B singer has been abusive to his baby’s mother and nearly broke her ribs while they were all on vacation in Mexico. […]
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Busy Signal Returns With A New Video For “Tonight”
March 17, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Busy Signal returns with the visual for his new song “Tonighht.” One of the most versatile artists in dancehall with a distinct sound and style of NewsAmericasNow.com
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XXXTentacion Trial Jury Retired For The Weekend After 8 Days Of Deliberation
March 17, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz The 12-man jury in the XXXTentacion murder trial has not arrived at a verdict more than a week after they first retired to deliberate on the fate of three NewsAmericasNow.com
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Koffee Involved In Altercation On Flight, Minister Babsy Grange Confirms
March 17, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Grammy-winning Reggae artist Koffee was briefly detained in the United States following a reported “altercation” with a flight attendant on an American NewsAmericasNow.com
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NBA YoungBoy Scores Legal Win As Judge Relax House Arrest Terms
March 17, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz NBA YoungBoy might not be completely free, but the rapper certainly has more to be grateful for after a Baton Rouge judge relaxed some conditions on his NewsAmericasNow.com
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Romeo Miller Welcomes Second Child With Fiancee Drew Sangster
March 16, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Growing Up Hip Hop star and child prodigy Romeo Miller welcomed a second baby, a little girl whom he shared with the world on Wednesday. The rapper/actor NewsAmericasNow.com
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Diddy Confirms He Is Putting A Team Together To Buy BET Network
March 16, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Former Bad Boy CEO, Diddy says he wants BET to become a black-owned asset as he confirms reports that he is among several buyers who have expressed NewsAmericasNow.com
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Valiant Shuts Down Vybz Kartel Song For Mentioning Popcaan
March 16, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Valiant is letting his feelings be known after expressing his disdain for Popcaan while on Instagram Live earlier this week. The “Rasta” deejay appeared to be vibing with his friends in his car, and was online interacting with fans with music playing in the […]
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Yung Miami Offers Pregnant Chrisean Rock Support, Blueface Pushes For Abortion
March 16, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Yung Miami is lifting up a fellow queen and has offered Zeus reality star Chrisean Rock words of comfort amid her break up with rapper Blueface and his public urgings that she should have an abortion. It’s been super toxic in the past few […]
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Yung Miami Offers Pregnant Chrisean Rock Support, Blueface Pushes For Abortion
March 16, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Yung Miami is lifting up a fellow queen and has offered Zeus reality star Chrisean Rock words of comfort amid her break up with rapper Blueface and his public urgings that she should have an abortion. It’s been super toxic in the past few […]
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Popcaan Announces Great Is He Tour Dates For Europe In May
March 15, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Popcaan announces he will be hitting the road in Europe for his Great Is He Tour. Popcaan fans can gather their coins as the rapper is set to hit the road NewsAmericasNow.com
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Diplo Says “I’m Not Gay” Despite Getting Oral Sex From A Man
March 15, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz EDM producer Diplo says he’s received oral sex from a male in the past, but he’s adamant that that does not make him gay. In a discussion with Emily Ratajkowski on her High Low podcast, he talks about his sexual experiences and somehow begins […]
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Rihanna’s “Lift Me Up” Certified Platinum 5 Months After Release
March 15, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Rihanna’s “Lift Me Up” has gone Platinum just about five months since the track was released as one of two movie soundtracks for the blockbuster film NewsAmericasNow.com
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Shaggy’s Former Manager Denies Hating “It Wasn’t Me”
March 15, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Shaggy’s former manager, Big Yard’s Robert Livingston, is denying that he doubted and didn’t support Shaggy’s mega record, “It Wasn’t Me,” and even goes NewsAmericasNow.com
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Chance The Rapper & Vic Mensa Visits Sizzla At Judgement Yard: “We out here Jah bless”
March 15, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz American rappers Chance the Rapper and Vic Mensa visited Judgment yard and paid homage to Sizzla Kalonji while visiting the island to plan their Black Star Line Festival in 2024. The rapper shared a video showing Sizzla and himself interacting and the latter collecting […]
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Lil Durk Says He Is Not Giving Up On Getting Back India Royale
March 15, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Lil Durk is not giving up although he is having a hard time convincing India Royale of his feelings, and his former girlfriend and mother of his daughter appear to be tired of his continued advances as she says she’s single. On Sunday, Lil […]
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Nipsey Hussle’s Baby Mother Still Grieving His Death: ‘I Would Have Took Those Bullets’
March 15, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz The mother of Nipsey Hussle’s daughter, Emani Dior Asghedom, shared a heartfelt note to the late rapper and said she wished he was around. Tanisha Foster, NewsAmericasNow.com
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Spice Announces Pregnancy With Baby Bump Photo
March 15, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Dancehall artist Spice is pregnant. On Tuesday (March 14), the Queen of Dancehall confirmed speculations that she is pregnant with her third child. Spice dropped some hints over the weekend that she might be expecting, leaving fans to speculate. Today she decided to end […]
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French Montana and Rubi Rose Confirms Relationship After Dinner Date
March 15, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz French Montana and Rubi Rose are now an item. The pair were spotted on a dinner date in Beverly Hills and were not shy about showing some affection as they left Mr. Chow. Rubi Rose recently revealed she was single and even got into […]
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Chance The Rapper, Vic Mensa In Jamaica Planning Black Star Line Festival
March 15, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Chance the Rapper and Vic Mensa are keeping true to their word as they both visit Jamaica months after declaring that they were looking into bringing their Black Star Line Festival to Jamaica in 2024. On Monday, Mensa shared a photo of himself enjoying […]
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Nicki Minaj Teases ‘Red Ruby Da Sleeze’ Video With Skeng
March 15, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Nicki Minaj gave fans a teaser of her upcoming music video for “Red Ruby Da Sleeze.” Urban Islandz first reported that Nicki Minaj shot a music video in Trinidad with dancehall artist Skeng. However, the 6-second clip that the Trinidadian rapper shared on her […]
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Young M.A Fans Express Concern After Newly Surface Video
March 15, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz A new video of the rapper Young M.A has sparked concern among her fans as she appears sick. The “Successful” artist was spotted getting a lineup and fade NewsAmericasNow.com
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Valiant Producer Responds To Kabaka Pyramid Condemning ‘Rasta’ Song
March 14, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Kabaka Pyramid is not a fan of Valiant’s new song, “Rasta.” The Grammy-winning reggae singer has never been shy about expressing his feelings in his music or on social media. Over the weekend, Kabaka Pyramid shared his thoughts on Valiant’s new song “Rasta,” which […]
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NBA YoungBoy and Lil Durk’s Baby Mother India Royale Clash On Twitter
March 14, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz India Royale might not want anything to do with Lil Durk, but she is not letting anyone disparage her or the father of her child, especially not NBA YoungBoy. Lil Durk has been trying his best to get the attention of India Royale, who […]
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Kiprich Lost J$7.6 Million In Cash and Jewelry In Airbnb Robbery
March 14, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Dancehall artiste KipRich is reeling in losses after a robbery in which thieves broke into his Airbnb and stole cash and millions of dollars worth of NewsAmericasNow.com
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Boosie Likens Tory Lanez Conviction To Tupac and Mike Tyson Trial
March 14, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Baton Rouge rapper Boosie Badazz is commenting for the first time on the Tory Lanez trial for the shooting assault of fellow rapper Megan Thee Stallion and says even though he remained quiet during the trial, he knew Tory would be found guilty. In […]
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Skeng Trends After Electric Performance AT BRT Weekend
March 14, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Skeng put on a show for his fans at BRT Weekend in Ocho Rios last weekend. Beach Road Trip (BRT) Weekend was closed out by dancehall artist Skeng who delivered a fantastic performance in front of thousands of fans. The artist burst onto the […]
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Nicki Minaj Names Ice Spice “The People’s Princess” Of Rap
March 14, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Ice Spice finally gets a major co-sign from her idol, Nicki Minaj. Bronx rapper Ice Spice is getting an unexpected boost from the Queen of rap, Nicki Minaj, who followed her on Instagram and showed the “Bikini Bottom” rapper love. The “Munch” rapper has […]
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Ne-Yo Welcomes 6th Child and 2nd With Baby Mother Dade
March 14, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz R&B singer Ne-Yo welcomed his second child with Sade, the woman said to be his mistress and the cause of his divorce from now ex-wife, Crystal Renay NewsAmericasNow.com
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Lil Uzi Vert Doesn’t Believe In Satan, Addresses Lyrics About JT
March 14, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Lil Uzi Vert says he doesn’t believe in Satan despite raising eyebrows with some song lyrics proclaiming otherwise. Lil Uzi Vert is responding to the increasing backlash from fans and the hip-hop community after he said in a recent performance at Rolling Loud California […]
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March 12, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Alkaline returns with a new single, “All Bout.” The Vendetta leader recently put on his modeling cap when he walked the runway for Givenchy and appeared NewsAmericasNow.com
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Chrisean Rock Shuts Down Pregnant Doubters With Baby Bump Photos
March 12, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Chrisean Rock seemingly shut down doubters and naysayers, including her boyfriend Blueface, on Saturday as she showed off what appears to be her growing baby bump in a new photoshoot. The ‘Crazy in Love’ cast member shared several photos of herself in an orange […]
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Bounty Killer Calls Mr. Vegas A ‘Clout Chaser’ Over Police Comments
March 12, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz The dancehall legend calls his musical nemesis a clout chaser in his clap back. Bounty Killer is defending himself against serious allegations by Mr. Vegas that he encourages the killings of law enforcement officers in the country. Jamaica’s crime situation has posed a challenge […]
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Metro Boomin Shares What Young Thug Planning After Release From Jail
March 12, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Atlanta super producer Metro Boomin says he spoke to Young Thug recently, and the rapper appears confident he’ll be coming home soon, and he also had a message for his fans and followers. Metro Boomin appears to be caught in a one-sided feud with […]
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Lil Durk Chastised By Baby Mother After Saying He Wants Another Son
March 12, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz A woman who claims that Lil Durk has not acknowledged paternity for her son became angry and went off on the rapper on Saturday after he posted that he NewsAmericasNow.com
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Dancehall artiste Unknown Gringo Shot and Killed
March 10, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Dancehall artiste Unknown Gringo was reportedly shot and killed in Trelawny in the early hours of Friday morning. The Jamaica Constabulary Force confirmed the reports that the artist was killed, but few details have been shared. “We are aware that there was a shooting […]
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Sean Paul, Rvssian & Danny Ocean Bring The Vibe In “No Me Controles” Video
March 10, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Sean Paul links up with Rvssian and Danny Ocean for a good vibe in “No Me Controles” visual. You can always expect a banger from Rvssian, especially when he links with artists like Sean Paul and Danny Ocean. The dancehall/reggaeton banger saw the Jamaican […]
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August Alsina Drops New Album “Myself” Featuring Rumored Boyfriend Zu
March 10, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz August Alsina is back with a new album titled Myself, and his rumored boyfriend Zu is featured on the project along with Deeno. The R&B singer had been on NewsAmericasNow.com
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Beenie Man Rebuilding Burnt Down Houses For Kingston Residents
March 10, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Beenie Man is assisting the set of families who were rendered homeless in the Kingston community, Standpipe, last month. There are reports that eight NewsAmericasNow.com
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Bounty Killer Clash With Police At Angel Doolas Son’s Funeral
March 8, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Bounty Killer had choice words for police officers during the funeral ceremony for his godson’s youngest child on Sunday. The artist did not hold back as NewsAmericasNow.com
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Drake and Shenseea Rumored Collab Leaked, What Their Fans Saying
March 8, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Drake and Shenseea’s long-rumored collaboration leaked online, leaving some fans disappointed. Urban Islandz first reported in June 2021 that the dancehall singer and the Toronto rapper got a collaboration in the works. At the time, her musical nemesis Spice also spilled the beans on […]
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Tyga and Avril Lavigne Goes Instagram Official After Locking Lips In Paris
March 8, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Rapper Tyga has confirmed that he and pop artist Avril Lavigne are in a relationship. This comes after the couple was spotted out and about together, NewsAmericasNow.com
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Valiant Gets Rastafarian Support For New Song “Rasta”
March 8, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Valiant continues to maintain his growing presence on dancehall airwaves with new music. The young deejay drops his new song “Rasta” with an accompanying NewsAmericasNow.com
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Vybz Kartel Connects With Valiant and Masicka On New Music
March 8, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Vybz Kartel ramping up his collabs with young dancehall acts by hopping on tracks with Valiant and Masicka. Dancehall rising star, Valiant is getting a major boost in dancehall as he and Vybz Kartel prep for their first collaboration, a track called “Time Heals.” […]
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Agent Sasco In Album Mode, Honored By Harvard’s Caribbean Club
March 8, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Agent Sasco says he is in album mode. The dancehall veteran, formerly known as Assassin, revealed that he’s about start putting together his new album as NewsAmericasNow.com
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Elephant Talks First Album In 7 Years & Squashing Beenie Man Beef: Interview
March 8, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Elephant Man is looking to continue his legendary run in dancehall with a new project. The dancehall veteran, also affectionately called the Energy God, is set to release his first full-length project in seven years, an EP titled Cool Reminder. Ele shares the details […]
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Popcaan On Overcoming Sad Period In His Life, “I found love in music”
March 8, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Jamaican deejay, Popcaan is opening up and sharing candidly about his music and what drives the kind of music he makes. In a new interview on Crack NewsAmericasNow.com
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50 Cent Reacts To Michael Rainey Jr. Calling BMF ‘Great Show To Fall Asleep To’
March 8, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Power actor Michael Rainey Jr. continues his trolling of rival show BMF saying the TV series is “a great show to fall asleep to.” Rainey Jr., who plays Tariq St. Patrick in Power, took shots at his rival, Black Mafia Family actor Lil Meech, […]
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Burna Boy’s “Love, Damini” Surpasses 600 Million Streams On Spotify
March 8, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Burna Boy is dominating Spotify with his project, Love, Damini. Afrobeats artist has earned a new milestone as his latest album Love, Damini achieves more NewsAmericasNow.com
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Johnny Depp’s Portrait Painting Of Bob Marley Sold For Thousands
March 8, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Johnny Depp’s hand painting portrait of Bob Marley sold out despite hefty price tag. Johnny Depp has parted ways with several handcrafted paintings of some of the world’s biggest celebrities, including Bob Marley, Heath Ledger, and others. The talented actor reportedly painted the silk-screen […]
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Popcaan Leaving Drake’s OVO Sound, Says “I’ll Be Independent Soon”
March 7, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Popcaan says he will be an independent artist soon, dropping hints he will be parting ways with Drake’s OVO Sound. The dancehall deejay and the Toronto rapper have been close friends for years leading to the Unruly Boss signing to OVO Sound, the label […]
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Shenseea Gets Her Flowers For Shelling Rolling Loud California Stage
March 7, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Shenseea showed out during her Rolling Loud California as she performed at the event for the third year in a row. The artist maintained a futuristic theme NewsAmericasNow.com
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Nicki Minaj Reignites Megan Thee Stallion Beef At Rolling Loud
March 7, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Nicki Minaj took a few jabs at Megan Thee Stallion at Rolling Loud. Many fans of Houston rapper Megan Thee Stallion feel that Nicki Minaj tried to diss the “WAP” rapper during her guest appearance at Rolling Loud on Saturday night. The rapper joined […]
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Dancehall Artist Valiant, Slingerz Family Gift Young Fans Cash In Guyana
March 7, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Jamaican Dancehall artist Valiant and Slingerz Family teamed up for a major giveback in the country ahead of his second performance in Guyana for the NewsAmericasNow.com
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Bounty Killer and Shaggy Working On New Music
March 7, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Bounty Killer and Shaggy working on new music together. The Warlord has confirmed that the two music legends are working on new music together. On Saturday, Bounty Killer shared a photo of himself and the “It Wasn’t Me” artist together in what appears to […]
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Rihanna Hilariously Trolls Her Son
March 7, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Rihanna shares some new content of hers and A$AP Rocky’s adorable baby boy with a little trolling. The pop artist and Fenty Beauty founder is giving fans NewsAmericasNow.com
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Elephant Man Tackles Violence Against Women In New Song ‘Mi Vex’
March 7, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Elephant Man is adding his voice to the ongoing dialogue calling for the ceasing of violence against women in the country. There has been a recent spate NewsAmericasNow.com
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Charlamagne Declines Commenting On Angela Yee Statement, DJ Envy Speaks Out
March 7, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz The Breakfast Club’s DJ Envy is doubling down on his rebuttal and calls former host Angela Yee’s recent statement about her experience as the only female face on the show “cap.” There’s been much back and forth since Yee’s statement on the Tamron Hall […]
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Shaggy’s Ex-Manager Exposes Financial & Legal Problems In Clearing His Name
March 7, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Shaggy’s former manager, Big Yard’s Robert Livingston, denies that he is the manager that Shaggy claims gave him an unfair deal while also improperly NewsAmericasNow.com
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GloRilla Reacts To Chaos and Possible Injuries At Rochester Concert
March 6, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz GloRilla reacts to reports fans trampled at Rochester, New York concert, and leaving several injuries. Several people were reportedly injured while NewsAmericasNow.com
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Gucci Mane Beams With Pride After Keyshia Ka’oir Share Pics Of Baby Girl
March 6, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Keyshia Ka’oir shares first full pics of baby Iceland Davis, leaving Gucci Mane beaming with pride Millionaire entrepreneur and wife of Gucci Mane, Keyshia Ka’oir, has shared the first look of her and the rapper’ second child, baby Iceland. Ka’oir gave birth three weeks […]
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Arif Cooper, Jamaican Disc Jockey, Dies After Collapsing At Party
March 6, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Tributes pour in after popular Jamaican Disc Jockey Arif Cooper passed away. DJ Arif Cooper was deejaying at a party on Saturday night when he collapsed and died, reports claimed in the wee hours of Sunday morning. The entertainer was well known in the […]
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Nicki Minaj Performs With Lil Wayne, Link Up With Skeng At Rolling Loud 2023
March 6, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Lil Wayne brought out Nicki Minaj during his set at Rolling Loud California last night. Skeng is rubbing shoulders with some of the greatest as he was spotted enjoying the company of Nicki Minaj and Lil Wayne on Saturday night after the latter appeared […]
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DJ Envy, Lil Mama, Erica Mena Calls Out Angela Yee Over Breakfast Club Claims
March 4, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz DJ Envy, Lil Mama and Erica Mena have called out Angela Yee over comments that she was the only woman on the Breakfast Club show when she was the show’s co-host. On Friday, Angela Yee appeared on the Tamron Hall Show, where she opened […]
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Bounty Killer Name-drops Nipsey Hussle On HoodCelebrityy “I’m Back” Remix
March 4, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Bounty Killer was sliding on a fire verse on HoodCelebrityy’s “I’m Back (Remix)” while namedropping Nipsey Hussle. Bounty Killer and HoodCelebrityy have teamed up for the first time and have released a remix of her song “I’m Back.” The “No More Suffering” artist revealed […]
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Fans Defend Chris Brown Over Claims He Mocks The Disabled In Germany
March 4, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Chris Brown fans came to his aid after an activist claimed that the singer was mocking people with disability in the below video making the rounds. NewsAmericasNow.com
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Vybz Kartel Will Get Hero’s Welcome Home Like Mandela, Attorney Says
March 4, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Vybz Kartel will get a hero’s welcome home from prison similar to that of Nelson Mandela, says one of the defense lawyers in his case. Attorney-at-law NewsAmericasNow.com
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Serayah Stars In Joey Bada$$ ‘Show Me’ Music Video Amid Dating Rumors
March 3, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Serayah showcases her acting chops in Joey bada$$’s new music video, “Show Me.” Fans are speculating that Serayah and Joey Bada$$ are romantically involved after they were seen boo’d up earlier on Sunday. While on Instagram Live, Serayah also confirmed that she and actor/artist […]
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Rising Dancehall Artist Al’Qual Killed In Kingston Shooting Incident
March 2, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Fast-rising dancehall artist, Al’Qual, was shot and killed in Kingston. The deejay was shot dead early Wednesday morning by an unidentified individual or NewsAmericasNow.com
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Travis Scott Names Suspect In New York Club Assault Case
March 2, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Travis Scott is reportedly a target in a police investigation for a club incident in New York. Multiple reports on Wednesday (March 1) revealed that the NewsAmericasNow.com
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Drake Asks Twitch To Give Kai Cenat $50M For Subscription Record
March 2, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Drake is putting in a word for Kai Cenat after the Twitch streamer topped the platform’s record for the most subscriptions. Drake believes in rewarding those who accomplish great things, and he thinks Kai Cenat should get $50 million from Twitch for the new […]
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Scrptiid, Jada Kingdom Perfectly Blends Dancehall & Afrobeats With “On My Way”
March 2, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Dancehall heavy hitter Jada Kingdom link-up with fast-rising star Scrptiid on a new collaboration, “On My Way.” The feel-good single blends the distinctive sounds of dancehall and afrobeats in perfect harmony to create a masterpiece with cutting-edge lyrics and smooth delivery. The song’s upbeat […]
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Rihanna Files New Trademarks For Swimwear and Sunglasses
March 2, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Rihanna has filed for another trademark, this time to expand her business into the swimwear industry. The filing was made on February 23, 2023, and is NewsAmericasNow.com
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Summer Walker Twerk and Eat Beef Patties & KFC In Jamaica
March 1, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Summer Walker took a break from motherhood and jetted to Jamaica with some friends. After hearing many great things about Jamaica, it seems the R&B NewsAmericasNow.com
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Drake Starts Following Ice Spice On Instagram After Denying Lil Tjay Relationship
March 1, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Ice Spice suddenly gets a follow back from Drake after she denied dating Lil Tjay. Drake appears to be out of his feelings and has refollowed “Munch” rapper Ice Spice months after it was speculated that he dissed the Bronx rapper. On Tuesday, fans […]
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Nicki Minaj Flexes Her Dancehall Knowledge With Ninjaman Classic
March 1, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Nicki Minaj is letting fans know her dancehall knowledge goes way back as she teases a sample of a Ninjaman classic for her upcoming new music. Minaj is gearing up for the release of her song “Red Ruby Da Sleeze,” to be released on […]
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Nicki Minaj, Skeng Gets Backlash In Trinidad For Video Shoot In The Hood
March 1, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Nicki Minaj is being dragged by Trinidadians over a music video she shot with Jamaican artist Skeng Don in the ‘ghetto.’ In a video, artist Ringleader defended Nicki Minaj over the remarks by some factions. According to the artist, Minaj was dragged for going […]
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Popcaan Praises Protoje For ‘Lost In Time’ Show For The Culture
March 1, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Popcaan show Protoje love after performing at his Lost In Time Festival concert in Kingston last weekend. There was overwhelming support from thousands of reggae and dancehall fans over the weekend as they turned out to the Lost In Time Festival put on by […]
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Tory Lanez Sentencing Set For April 10, Attorney Pushes For New Trial
March 1, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Tory Lanez, real name Daystar Peterson, will be sentenced on April 10th, more than four months after his verdict was given in the Megan Thee Stallion assault trial. Lanez’s sentence set for February 28th was postponed again, with parties agreeing to allow him time […]
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Kodak Black Ordered Into Rehab By Judge Following Arrest Warrant
March 1, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Kodak Black narrowly escaped jail on Tuesday when he appeared in court following a warrant being issued for his arrest over a failed drug test. The rapper NewsAmericasNow.com
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Beenie Man Ready For Order Of Jamaica National Honor
February 28, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Beenie Man says it’s high time he gets awarded the title of Order of Jamaica. Being one of the most recognized names in Jamaican music with four decades under his belt, Beenie Man says he is done waiting for his national honor. The deejay […]
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Latto Disappointed About Past Nicki Minaj Beef
February 28, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Rapper Latto is reflecting on the surprise feud with Nicki Minaj that saw the artists going at each other on Twitter and trading insults. In a new interview with Billboard, Latto says she was disappointed with how the incident played out as she moved […]
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Drake Confronted By Ex Flame Who He Namedrop In A Song
February 28, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Drake’s style of name-dropping women in his songs has been far from unproblematic, as he shared in his Moody Conversation interview that some of the women NewsAmericasNow.com
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Adele and Rich Paul Are Getting Married Summer 2023
February 28, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz British singer Adele is reportedly engaged to sports superstar agent Rich Paul. News of the engagement was shared on Sunday by a celebrity gossip blog, NewsAmericasNow.com
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Mr. Vegas Says Beenie Man Bite His Style and Came For His Head
February 28, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Retired dancehall artist Mr. Lexx says Beenie Man didn’t just bite his style but also came for his head back in the day. Mr. Lexx claims that Beenie Man was not a big fan of him coming into the game, changing things up, and […]
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Yaksta Taps Usain Bolt For Tropical Single ‘Whine’ Off New Album ’22’
February 25, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Yaksta taps Usain Bolt for his new tropical feel single “Whine.” The track is featured on the reggae/dancehall artist’s new album, 22. The party anthem features the retired athlete showcasing his vocals over a bouncy beat produced by his label A-Team Lifestyle. “Whine” sets […]
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Kanye West and Adidas Rumored To Reunite In New Deal
February 25, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Adidas has reportedly patched things up with Kanye West just a few months after the company ended its relationship with the controversial rapper. On NewsAmericasNow.com
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XXXTentacion Trial: Judge Rule In Favor Of Drake To Avoid Deposition
February 25, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz The presiding judge in the murder trial of Florida rapper XXXTentacion, Judge Michael Usan, has denied a motion by a defense attorney to have rapper Drake sit for a deposition. On Friday, the jury was excused early to allow the judge to hear arguments […]
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Mavado Returns With “Pain” Featuring Dexta Daps and Jay-A
February 25, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Mavado is back on the music scene with a new song featuring Dexta Daps and Jay-A. The Gully Gad has been going through a lot in his personal life, which may have affected his career, so it’s good to see him back in his […]
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Skillibeng Heads On Tour With WizKid After Exiting Chris Brown’s Tour
February 25, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Skillibeng is set to join Afrobeats artist Wizkid for his ‘More Love Less Ego’ multi-city tour in the United States. The latest announcement comes just weeks after Skillibeng shared that he will not be going on tour with Chris Brown for his European leg […]
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T.I. Shares Court Paperwork To Shut Down Boosie Snitching Allegations
February 24, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz T.I. further shut down Boosie Badazz snitch allegations by showing receipts. Rapper T.I. is providing paperwork to prove that he never snitched or cooperated with authorities and is now challenging those who question him about joining him to have a “paperwork party.” On Thursday, […]
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50 Cent Roasts T.I. and Boosie Badazz Over Spat About Snitching
February 24, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz 50 Cent seems to be tickled by Boosie Badazz getting mad at T.I. after he shared a story that he was ready to rat out his dead cousin to save his skin. Loyalty is a big deal in hip hop, and snitching is one […]
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Drake Toys With Retiring From Rap Gracefully, DJ Envy Last Album Request
February 24, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Drake might be getting ready to hang up the mic and possibly leave the music scene, leaving some fans emotional and DJ Envy putting in one last album request. The rapper and his close friend Lil Yachty sat down for ‘A Moody Conversation’ against […]
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Comedian Majah Hype Arrested In Georgia On Felony Charge
February 24, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Comedian Majah Hype was arrested in Georgia on felony and simple battery charges. Urban Islandz obtained arrest records showing that the famed comedian NewsAmericasNow.com
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Lawyer In Vybz Kartel Case Surprised By Privy Council Ruling
February 24, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz A Jamaican attorney Oswest Senior-Smith says incarcerated dancehall artist Vybz Kartel’s murder appeal at the Privy Council should not be speculated on as NewsAmericasNow.com
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Rihanna, ASAP Rocky Takes Son Milan Ahead of Oscars Performance
February 24, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Rihanna was spotted out and about in Milan with her boyfriend A$AP Rocky and their son, ahead of her big performance at the 2023 Oscars. The Oscars will have a very special guest this year as Rihanna is primed to perform her Black Panther: […]
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Boosie Badazz Breaks Silence About His Daughter Coming Out
February 24, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Boosie Badazz says that he loves his daughter, who recently came out, but he does not support her lifestyle for fear it might corrupt his other children NewsAmericasNow.com
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Nicki Minaj Shoots Video With Skeng In Trinidad, Previews New Music
February 24, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Nicki Minaj shoots a music video with dancehall rockstar Skeng in Trinidad this week and also previewed a new song. The Trinidad-born rapper has previewed a verse from a new song, “Red Ruby Da Sleeze,” which is set for release on March 3rd as […]
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Dancehall Artist Valiant Robbed In Antigua
February 24, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Dancehall star Valiant is a victim of theft in Antigua. Multiple sources confirmed with Urban Islandz on Thursday that the dancehall deejay was robbed in NewsAmericasNow.com
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Exploring Time And Color With Bulby York
February 24, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News NEWS AMERICAS, New York, NY, Fri. Feb. 24, 2023: – From learning about recording from the iconic King Tubby to being an engineer for the likes of Sly & Robbie and Winston Riley to working with pop icons like Rihanna and Britney Spears, Collin ‘Bulby’ York has been a central figure […]
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Jess Hilarious Reveals Master P Owes Her $15K, “That man could talk a good game”
February 23, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Wild’N Out comedian Jess Hilarious says Master P owes her $15,000 for a skit. The comedian was on the Breakfast Club show, where she was asked about working with the hip-hop mogul when she revealed that she’s still owed money for her skit “I […]
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Tems Wins NAACP Image Award For Bob Marley’s ‘No Woman No Cry’ Cover
February 23, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Tems won her first NAACP Image award on Monday night for her cover of Bob Marley’s “No Woman, No Cry” featured on the Black Panther: Wakanda Forever soundtrack. The song won the award for Outstanding International Song category at the 54th annual NAACP Image […]
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Nicki Minaj Heading To Jamaica Carnival 2023, Calls Foota Hype ‘Mi General’
February 23, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Nicki Minaj says she is heading to Jamaica Carnival 2023 next after creating waves in Trinidad this week. The “Super Freaky Girl” rapper is also showing Foota Hype love. Yesterday, the rap veteran stopped by Instagram to give Foota Hype a shout out where […]
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T.I. Says He Made Up Story About Snitching On Dead Cousin For ‘Humor’
February 23, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Rapper T.I. is backtracking from his previous comments that he bargained with the feds for his freedom by selling out his dead cousin. After being called a snitch by the likes of Boosie Badazz, the rapper now says it was all a joke, and […]
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Tommie Lee Apologize To Chris Brown For Comments About His Son & Ammika Harris
February 23, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Reality star Tommie Lee is apologizing to Chris Brown and the mother of his son Ammika Harris after she got into a drunken rage after she attempted to play with the child over the weekend. Lee faced backlash due to her rude comments and […]
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Nipsey Hussle’s Convicted Killer Given 60-Year Prison Sentence
February 23, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz The man who shot and killed California rapper Nipsey Hussle in cold blood and left him to die in front of the store he opened to help the community has been sentenced to life in prison. Eric R. Holder Jr. will have to serve […]
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Nicki Minaj Performs ‘Shake The Place’ With Machel Montano At Trinidad Carnival
February 23, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Nicki Minaj couldn’t go to Trinidad carnival without performing her new track with Machel Montano and Destra Garcia. Nicki Minaj has been enjoying her birth country as she participated in this year’s carnival activities, with a big part of her island visit including meeting […]
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Quavo Hops On Reggae Beat In Takeoff Tribute “Greatness” Disses Offset
February 23, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Quavo hops on a reggae beat in his new song “Greatness” a tribute to Takeoff. The Migos rapper is still mourning the loss of his nephew, Takeoff, and is releasing a new tribute on Wednesday to honor the late rapper. On Wednesday night, Quavo […]
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Mya Announces New Song With Bounty Killer, Shares Love For Jamaica
February 22, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz American singer/songwriter Mya is tapping into dancehall culture again with a new collaboration with none other than Bounty Killer. Mya previously collaborated with Ding Dong on “Hands Free” on the Sexting Riddim released in 2019, “Take Him Out” with Spice in 2013, and “Girls […]
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Vybz Kartel and his Attorney Reacts To Privy Council Appeal Ruling
February 21, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Vybz Kartel and his attorney Isat Buchanan both called out false media reports about his ongoing appeal on Tuesday. The artist had filed a November 2021 application to introduce fresh evidence in his ongoing appeal before the Privy Council, Jamaica’s highest court of appeal. […]
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Vybz Kartel Appeal: Privy Council Denied Application For New Evidence
February 21, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz United Kingdom’s Privy Council has rejected Vybz Kartel’s application to introduce fresh evidence into his appeal even as his substantive appeal remains before the court. On Tuesday, reports first surfaced that the artist’s appeal was denied, but it was later clarified that it was, […]
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Skatta Burrell Addresses Ishawna Backlash Over ‘New Child’ Church Theme Video
February 21, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Skatta Burrell has stepped forward to address controversy sparked by Ishawna’s new music video. The Christian community in Jamaica is once again up in arms at Ishawna, who is accused of “mocking God” and the church in her new music video. The dancehall star […]
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Dipsey Rapper Cam’ron Thank Fans While Mourning Late Mother
February 20, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Rapper Cam’ron shared with the hip-hop community that his mother, Fredericka Giles, passed away. Giles was 67 at the time but appeared to have been hospitalized due to illness. Cam’ron hinted in a lengthy post honoring his mother and expressing shock at her untimely […]
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Rotimi In Jamaica For First Time For ‘Lovers & Friends’ With Mya & Bobby V
February 20, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Rotimi and Mya have arrived in Jamaica as he prepares for the post-Valentine’s Day concert ‘Lovers and Friends’ event to be held on February 18 at Priory, St. Ann. Rotimi arrived on Friday through the Sangster International airport, and he shared that he was […]
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Nicki Minaj Arrives Home In Trinidad Ahead Of 2023 Carnival
February 19, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Nicki Minaj has arrived in her home country, the islands of Trinidad and Tobago, ahead of Carnival Monday. The artist was spotted leaving the airport with her hairstylist Tae in tow along with members of her team. On Instagram, she got ahead of the […]
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Luckie Mazi, Mr Cheeks & Stevey Fresh Link Up On New Song “Sexuation”
February 19, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Mr.Cheeks of the Lost Boyz link up with Luckie Mazi and Stevey Fresh for a crossover reggae/hip-hop smash hit, “Sexuation.” Since its release in December, the track has been gaining traction on hip hop and dancehall airwaves internationally. According to producer/artist Stevey Fresh, “Sexuation” […]
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Nicki Minaj, Machel Montano & Destra Drops Soca Banger ‘Shake The Place (Remix)’
February 18, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Nicki Minaj has been featured in her first soca song with soca legends Machel Montano and Destra Garcia, but the timing of the song is being viewed negatively by Latto fans. Nicki Minaj, Machel Montano and Destra released “Shake The Place (Remix)” on Friday […]
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50 Cent Says Rapper Future Is ‘Way Bigger’ Than Jay-Z In The Streets
February 18, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz 50 Cent agrees with rapper Future that he’s bigger than Jay-Z in the streets because he has more non-charting classics than Hov and is still in the prime of his career. Back in December 2021, Future stirred controversy after tweeting that he was bigger […]
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Chris Brown & Ammika Harris Party On Valentine’s Day Listening Aidonia Music
February 16, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Chris Brown was really feeling Aidonia’s classic “Fi Di Jockey” while partying with Ammika Harris on Valentine’s Day. Chris Brown and Ammika Harris, the mother of his son Aeko Brown were spotted out partying at a club on Wednesday night. This is one of […]
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Rihanna Pushes Back At Critics Over Calling Her Baby Boy “Fine”
February 16, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Rihanna shared images of her son with the world nine months for the first time on February 15. The baby, whose name has not been revealed, was born in May, and his mother had protected him from the world as she and her partner, […]
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Masicka and Jahshii Beat The Odds In “Pieces” Video After Def Jam Deal
February 16, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Masicka links up with fast-rising dancehall star Jahshii for a new collab, “Pieces,” a song about triumph and celebration on the heals of the Genasyde artist’s deal with Def Jam. The track marks the first time that the two young deejays are collaborating, and […]
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Safaree Let His Inner Jamaican Out To Defend Rihanna From Howard Stern
February 16, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Safaree Samuels defends Rihanna from attacks over her Super Bowl gig. Rihanna has been getting a lot of praise for her Super Bowl Halftime performance on Sunday, but there are also some relentless critics like Howard Stern. Some 118 million people tuned in to […]
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Tems and Burna Boy To Perform At 2023 NBA All-Star Game Halftime Show
February 16, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Grammy-winning artists Burna Boy and Tems will bring Afrobeats vibes to the NBA All-Star Game halftime show later this week as Nigerian artist Rema joins them for a global music-themed night. The NBA seems to be taking a page out of the book of […]
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Rihanna Says She’s Dropping New Music In 2023, Covers Vogue With Son & A$AP Rocky
February 15, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Rihanna has finally shared her son with the world as she and her partner, A$AP Rocky, posed for British Vogue in a new spread where she dishes on her life as a mother, artist, and partner and her future plans. The artist shared that […]
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Lil Tjay Gifted Ice Spice A $160K Richard Mille Watch For Valentine’s Day
February 15, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Ice Spice and Lil Tjay sparked dating rumors after he gifted her a Richard Mille watch for her Valentine’s Day gift. Ice Spice is the new viral it girl in hip hop, and like everything that she does, her unearthed high school volleyball photo […]
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Rihanna, Drake Salutes Lebron James For Setting New NBA Scoring Record
February 15, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Lebron James earned a new historical milestone on Tuesday night, and many, including the hip-hop world, are sending congratulatory messages for the amazing achievement. Basketball legend LeBron James made history after becoming the NBA’s all-time scoring leader when he broke the standing record held […]
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Iggy Azalea Says Playboi Carti Abused Her Too and Calls Arrest His Karma
February 15, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Iggy Azalea has reacted to reports that the father of her son, rapper Playboi Carti has been arrested for allegedly attacking his pregnant girlfriend. News of the rapper’s arrest surfaced early on Tuesday morning, with reports that he was arrested for a domestic violence-related […]
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Beenie Man Chided Bounty Killer and Mr. Vegas For Warring In Golden Years
February 14, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Beenie Man is adding his two cents to the ongoing dancehall war between Mr. Vegas and Bounty Killer. The two artists have been at each other’s throats over the past few weeks, and their feud, which involves lyrical diss tracks, also got personal, with […]
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Blueface Confronts Chrisean Rock For Taking Photo With Rick Ross
February 13, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Blueface wasn’t too pleased that Chrisean Rock posed for some lens time with the Biggest Bawse, Rick Ross, at the Super Bowl on Sunday. Chrisean Rock apparently left Blueface home as she and the Zeus team, along with Rubi Rose, headed to the Super […]
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Drake and His Son Adonis Did Their First Interview Together
February 13, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Drake and Adonis Graham had their first on-camera interview, and it’s quite interesting as the little one gushes about his father while Drake also shares how fatherhood has changed his life. The moment Drake became a father was during his infamous beef with Pusha […]
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Vybz Kartel’s 2016 Hit “Fever” Certified Siler In The UK
February 13, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Vybz Kartel kicks off the new year with a major achievement after having a big year in 2022. The incarcerated dancehall legend’s smash hit single “Fever” has been certified Silver in the United Kingdom. This is the second latest accomplishment for that particular Vybz […]
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Rihanna Pregnant With 2nd Child Show Baby Bump At Super Bowl Halftime Show
February 13, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Rihanna is pregnant with her second child with boyfriend A$AP Rocky and revealed her baby bump during her Super Bowl Halftime Show performance on Sunday. The Bajan pop singer’s Super Bowl outfit left fans wondering if she is pregnant as she appeared to rub […]
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Rubi Rose Exposes DDG Sliding In Her DM After Argument With Halle Bailey
February 13, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Rubi Rose has released messages DDG sent to her recently as she called out the rapper for being a hypocrite. On Saturday, Rubi shared a cryptic tweet claiming that her ex had allegedly given her clothing to his new girl. Fans later deduced that […]
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50 Cent Bait Ja Rule Trashes Billboard After Left off 50 Greatest Rappers List
February 11, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Ja Rule says there is no 50 Greatest Rappers Of All Time list, whether dead or alive, without him being on it. 50 Cent, who has made Ja a regular target on social media, will likely have a field day with this. The rapper […]
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Drake Ordered By Judge To Stand Deposition In XXXTentacion’s Trial
February 10, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz A judge has granted a defense motion that forces Canadian rapper Drake to sit for a deposition in the ongoing trial of three defendants charged with first degree of rapper XXXTentacion in June 2018. The Canadian rapper will have to comply with the order […]
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J Prince Exposed Offset and Cardi B In Lengthy Post, Offset & Cardi Respond
February 10, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Cardi B attempted to clear the air on Wednesday afternoon hours after J Prince shaded Offset as “fake” and someone his family “hold their head down” when they speak of him. J Prince has been on an extensive rant and press tour in the […]
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Quality Control Music Sold To Scooter Braun’s HYBE America In $320 Million Deal
February 9, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Atlanta-based hip hop label Quality Control owned by CEO Pierre “Pee” Thomas and COO Kevin “Coach K” Lee, has been sold to South Korean multinational entertainment company HYBE America. The sale is for a reported U$320 million dollars between and was brokered by music […]
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50 Cent Praises Cardi B For Her Meteoric Rise, Names Nicki Minaj His Favorite
February 9, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz 50 Cent is impressed by Cardi B’s meteoric rise in hip hop but admits Nicki Minaj is his favorite of the two. The G-Unit legend has much to celebrate as his career crowns with two decades as a successful rapper and his blooming empire […]
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Gucci Mane and Keyshia Ka’oir Welcomes Baby Girl Iceland Davis
February 9, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Gucci Mane and Keyshia Ka’oir welcomed their second child together. A month after the Davis couple revealed that they are expecting a baby girl, the couple on Thursday revealed that they welcomed their daughter, whose name is Iceland Ka’oir Davis. Keyshia Ka’oir shared a […]
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Tammy Rivera Calls Diplo A Hater For Comment About Beyonce Grammy Win
February 8, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Tammy Rivera has accused EDM Pop producer Diplo of being a “hater” after Beyoncé fans accused him of saying that the artist bought a Grammy award. Beyoncé broke another record on Sunday as she won Best Electronic/Dance Album at the 65th Grammy awards ceremony. […]
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DDG Hints At Halle Bailey Breakup Delete Photos and Unfollowed Her On IG
February 8, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Fans on social media think that rapper DDG and songstress Halle Bailey have broken up after he posted a cryptic but shady tweet categorizing all women as the same. On Tuesday, they shared a tweet and deleted post that fans thought was directed to […]
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Eminem’s daughter Hailie Jade Engaged To Longtime Boyfriend Evan McClintock
February 7, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Rapper Eminem’s daughter Hailie Jade is all grown up, and if there is any indication of how old we are getting, the news that she is engaged and set to tie the knot soon will surely drive the point home. Hailie became well known […]
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Kendrick Lamar’s Daughter Melt Hearts Reacting To His Grammy Speech
February 7, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Kendrick Lamar highlighted his family while accepting the award for Best Rap Album for his project, Mr. Morale & the Big Steppers, and his daughter had the best reaction as she watched her father accept the award from home while dressed up in her […]
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Cardi B Scolds Offset and Quavo Backstage The Grammys Amid Altercation
February 7, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Cardi B was not with the shenanigans as tensions ran high between Offset and Quavo while backstage at the Grammys on Sunday night. Entertainment Report (ET) shared cell phone footage of Cardi B screaming at Quavo and Offset backstage on Sunday. There are reports […]
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Offset Addresses Rumored Fight With Quavo At The Grammys
February 6, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Offset has stepped forward to address shocking reports that he and Quavo had a fight at the 2023 Grammy Awards over a tribute performance to Takeoff. Urban Islandz reported that Quavo was billed on the show’s lineup to perform a tribute to late Migos […]
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Caribbean Stars At The 2023 Grammy’s
February 6, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News By NAN Staff Writer News Americas, LOS ANGELES, CA, Mon. Feb. 6, 2023: Two Caribbean artists were among the 2023 GRAMMY winners last night, Feb. 5th, at the 65th awards held at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles but several were in attendance. Check out how they stepped out last night. Cardi […]
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Latto Accidentally Show Tattoo Off 21 Savage Name Amid Dating Rumors
February 5, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Latto has inadvertently confirmed that she and 21 Savage are dating despite him denying that he is in a celebrity relationship in the past. On Saturday, the “Big Energy” artist was seen in a video showing off her haircare routine as she got her […]
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Meek Mill Reacts To DJ Drama Claiming Lil Uzi Vert’s ‘Just Wanna Rock’ Replaced ‘Dreams And Nightmares’ As Philly Anthem
February 4, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz DJ Drama seems to be starting another beef as he claims that Lil Uzi Vert has replaced Meek Mill after the former’s song was used as the Eagles’ anthem at the team’s last game. Lil Uzi ran onto the field along with the Philadelphia […]
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Lil Wayne Shares His Mother Asks Him To Become A Father At 14
February 4, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Lil Wayne revealed that his mother had pushed him to have his first child at 14 years old because she was lonely after he moved out and pursued a career in rap music. Lil Wayne was honored on Thursday night by the Recording Academy […]
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Nicki Minaj Faces $750K In Damages Over Kenneth Petty’s Alleged Attack On Security Guard
February 4, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz A bodyguard who alleged that Nicki Minaj and her husband, Kenneth Petty, physically attacked him is suing the couple for $753,958.51 in damages for battery and emotional distress. The bodyguard Thomas Weidenmuller who resides in Germany, has filed a lawsuit against the rapper on […]
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Nick Cannon’s Baby Mama LaNisha Cole Addresses Reports She’s Pregnant Again
February 4, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz LaNisha Cole is putting to bed rumors that she is pregnant with her second child for Nick Cannon. Her followers and fans of Cannon have been speculating that she might be expecting another baby after she posted photos of herself appearing plump in the […]
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Bounty Killer and Mr. Vegas Trade Diss Tracks, Dexta Daps Defends Bounty
February 3, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz The feud between Bounty Killer and Mr. Vegas has gotten nastier, with Dexta Daps now joining the melee as he called out Vegas for dissing Bounty. On Thursday, Mr. Vegas turned his attention to Dexta Daps, who called him a derogatory term used against […]
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Drake Wants Lebron Sized Check For Historic 75 Billion Streams On Spotify
February 3, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Drake says his label should cut him a lebron sized check for his historic streaming record on Spotify. The streaming service recently announced that Drake had earned the distinguished title of being the first artist in Spotify history to surpass 75 billion streams. Drake […]
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Grammy Nominated, Jamaican-Born Jazz Great Brings A ‘Love Note’ To West Palm Beach This Valentine’s Day
February 3, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News News Americas, FORT LAUDERDALE, FL, Fri. Feb. 3, 20223: On the heels of the release of his ‘Love Notes’ album and an Order of Jamaica from his native land, Grammy-nominated jazz great, Dr. Monty Alexander, is set to bring a Valentine’s Day performance to West Palm Beach, Florida this February 14th […]
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Popcaan Wish Toni-Ann Singh Happy Birthday At UK Album Launch Party
February 2, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Popcaan is ensuring that Toni-Ann Singh has the best birthday ever as the couple spends some quality time together with friends and family in London, United Kingdom, where she has accompanied him for his Great Is He album launch. On Wednesday night, Popcaan and […]
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Ne-Yo To Pay Ex-Wife Crystal Renay $2 Million In Divorce Settlement
February 2, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Ne-Yo and his ex-wife Crystal Smith’s divorce has been finalized with the court ruling that the R&B artist will keep three homes while Crystal gets one, but Ne-Yo will need to pay a lump sum of $1.6 million to buy out Crystal’s shares in […]
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Future Honors Bob Marley With A New Tattoo On His Leg
February 2, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Future is paying homage to Bob Marley as he shared on Tuesday that he tattooed an image of the late great reggae artist on his foot. Future has long declared himself a fan of Reggae music and named Bob Marley as his favorite artist […]
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Rihanna Planning An Epic Super Bowl Show Says Director Adam Blackstone
February 1, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Rihanna’s Super Bowl Half Time show is just under two weeks away, and the countdown has begun with Adam Blackstone returning as the show’s musical director. Blackstone returns following his first Emmy award win for Super Bowl LVI Halftime Show, starred by Dr. Dre, […]
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Chronic Law Confronts Disc Jockey Playing Alkaline Music At Boat Party
January 31, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Don’t ever play Alkaline music around Chronic Law. The St. Thomas deejay was on a boat party recently enjoying himself with some friends when the resident disc jockey decided to commit the ultimate sin and play Alkaline song “Nah Fi Like.” Luckily for us, […]
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Beyoncé Was Paid $45 Million For 1-Hour Dubai Show, Terrence J Says
January 31, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Terrence J has revealed the eyepopping figure that Beyoncé made from her recent performance in Dubai for the opening of resort Atlantis Dubai. Beyoncé was criticized by some of her fans for performing in the middle east country mainly because of its Islamic stance […]
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Latto’s Used Underwear Auction Bid Hit Almost $100K Before Problems
January 31, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz A day after a fan criticized Latto for appearing to wear the same underwear in two different outfits, the Atlanta rapper put her underwear on eBay for sale, and some fans are already trying to get their hands on it. On Sunday, Latto was […]
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Big Sean Thirsts Over Jhené Aiko’s Post Baby Photos
January 31, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Big Sean might have Jhené Aiko at home but still thirsting over her social media photos. The hip hop couple recently welcomed their first child together, a baby boy named Noah Hasani Anderson, born in November of 2022. On Sunday night, Aiko tapped into […]
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Shenseea Puts Her Team On Notice In Fiery Message Ahead Of Sophomore Album
January 30, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Shenseea fired off a message to her team putting everyone on notice that she means business this year. Shenseea had a lot on her chest on Sunday as she released several posts on social media aimed at unidentified members of her team whom she […]
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50 Cent’s ‘Power Book II: Ghost’ Green Light For Season 4, Michael Ealy Joins Cast
January 30, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Rapper 50 Cent’s series Power Book II: Ghost has been renewed for a fourth season to be aired on Starz. The early renewal was reported by Variety, along with a surprise announcement that award-winning actor Michael Ealy would be joining the cast for season […]
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Bob Marley, Tupac & Bigge Smalls Fans Can Chat With Them Using AI App
January 30, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Bob Marley, Notorious B.I.G, and Tupac Shakur fans now have an opportunity to talk to their favorite rappers as a leading AI company has launched a chatbot that allows fans to send text messages to the late rappers. Technology has come a long way […]
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Lauren London Opens Up About Working Again After Nipsey Hussle’s Death
January 30, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Lauren London has finally graced the big screen almost four years since her partner and father of her child, Nipsey Hussle, was killed in 2019. Lauren London was recently cast in the Netflix movie You People as the character Amira. The movie is a […]
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Popcaan Touch Down In Africa With Burna Boy In “Aboboyaa” Video
January 28, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Popcaan has dropped the video for his collaboration “Aboboyaa” with Nigerian Afrobeats artist Burna Boy which features on his fifth studio album, Great Is He. The OVO-produced album was released on Friday (Jan. 27) across digital streaming platforms, and fans were given another piece […]
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Lil Baby and Michael B. Jordan Stars In Hilarious ‘SNL’ Promo
January 27, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Michael B. Jordan and Lil Baby are set to make their debut as SNL hosts on the late-night comedy show this coming weekend. Saturday Night Live announced Lil Baby as the latest Hip Hop star to grace the show’s stage, and a teaser released […]
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Drake’s $75m Los Angeles Home Burglarized, Intruder Arrested With Unknown Items
January 27, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz One of the Drake’s Los Angeles homes was broken into by a lone intruder, reports from the Los Angeles Police Department said. On Friday, TMZ reported that the luxurious mansion had an unwanted visitor who managed to break into the property but was intercepted […]
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Lil Tjay Shares 50 Cent Motivational Speech To Him After Getting Shot 7 Times
January 27, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Lil Tjay has shared the advice he received from veteran rapper and television mogul 50 Cent after he recovered from being shot. Lil Tjay was shot and injured in New Jersey after a man tried to rob him and his friends while they sat […]
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Future Upset With Drake For Dropping Joint Album With 21 Savage, Says N.O.R.E.
January 27, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Drink Champs host N.O.R.E says that Drake’s recent collaboration with 21 Savage on Her Loss might not be going over well with Future, who has worked closely with Drake in the past. While on the Breakfast Club morning show, N.O.R.E shared that he heard […]
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Lil Uzi Vert Sparks ‘Emo’ Memes After New Hairstyle, Drops XXXTentacion Collab
January 25, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Lil Uzi Vert debut a new hairstyle and face piercing after dropping his new collab with XXXTentacion. The “XO Tour Llif3” rapper is known to be edgy with his fashion choices and regularly switches up his look. Still, his latest move in his ever-evolving […]
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NBA YoungBoy Announces Never Broke Again Sports Management
January 25, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Baton Rouge rapper YoungBoy Never Broke Again has announced his foray into the sports arena with the launch of his Never Broke Again (NBA) Sports brand. On Tuesday, the rapper revealed the artwork and design for the brand, which featured the words ‘Never Broke […]
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Anthony B Celebrating Black History Month With First ‘Black & Proud’ Concert In NY
January 25, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz International dancehall/reggae artist Anthony B and Reggae Vibes Music are set to host the inaugural Black and Proud Concert in New York City. The event is a live reggae music experience that honors the richness of black culture and history. Speaking with Urban Islandz […]
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Beenie Man Show Out At Rebel Salute, Calls Out SSL Over Usain Bolt Fraud
January 22, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Beenie Man gave fans a riveting performance at Night Two of the reggae music festival Rebel Salute as he ditched the crutches and appeared to be on the mend. The artist had been ailing with his feet since a motorcycle accident last year. Despite […]
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Nia Long Iced Omarion Dating Rumors After ‘You People’ Red Carpet Clip
January 21, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Nia Long says she is very single at the moment despite rumors she is dating Omarion. The actress and the R&B singer went viral this week after posing for a photo on the red carpet of the premiere of her new Netflix movie You […]
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Blueface Denies He’s The Father Of Chrisean Rock’s Baby After Pregnancy Announcement
January 21, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Chrisean Rock says she’s pregnant as she shared several positive pregnancy tests and excitedly told her thousands of fans that she is keeping the baby after having three abortions for Blueface in the past. Last month there were speculations that Rock might be pregnant […]
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Vybz Kartel Showcase Vocals In New Song “Hope Is A Liar”
January 20, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Vybz Kartel drops off his new single “Hope Is A Liar.” The single was first previewed in 2019 on the incarcerated deejay’s Adidjahiem Records label, and now fans finally have the finished product. Even though he has been behind bars for well over a […]
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Polo G Iced Reports He Unfollowed Gunna Over Snitching Claims
January 20, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Polo G addressed misleading reports on Friday, claiming that he is the latest rapper to unfollow Gunna in what appears to be a polarizing blowback in the hip-hop community because of his recent guilty plea deal in the YSL RICO case. On Friday, reports […]
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Dancehall Disc Jockey DJ Kentucky Charged With Rape Of 12-Y-O Girl
January 20, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Veteran dancehall disc jockey, DJ Kentucky, is facing rape charges involving a minor girl. According to the police report, DJ Kentucky, whose real name is Shawn Stewart, was arrested on Thursday (January 19) and charged with rape following an incident involving a 12-year-old girl […]
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Mavado Reacts To Usain Bolt $12 Million Fraud: ‘Jamaica full of white collar criminal’
January 20, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Mavado is the latest dancehall artist to react to Usain Bolt’s multimillion-dollar fraud case at the Stocks and Securities Limited. Like Usain Bolt, the dancehall singjay also has his own fraud case playing out in the courts for years. In a post on his […]
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Ice Spice Shares NSFW Artwork and Tracklist For “Like..?” EP
January 20, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Ice Spice has revealed the cover page and tracklist for her debut EP Like..?, which arrived at midnight on Friday. The Bronx rapper revealed the provocative cover on Thursday night just before midnight, featuring a cartoon version of herself bent over with her butt […]
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Shaggy Says New ‘Shaggy Record’ Coming In 2023
January 20, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Shaggy is already talking new music for 2023, but the legendary Jamaican artist says he’s due a “Shaggy record” after spending much of his recent time either collaborating or sampling new music. While speaking with the Grammys about his nomination for Best Reggae Album […]
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Beenie Man, Sean Paul, Shaggy To Perform At ‘Lovers & Friends’ 2023 In Las Vegas
January 19, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Beenie Man is among four Jamaican artists have been booked to perform at one of Los Angeles’ biggest music festivals, Lovers & Friends, this year. Lovers & Friends Festival is all about 2000s nostalgia as it brings on some of the hottest acts within […]
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Alexis Skyy Dating Afrobeats Star Asake, Spotted Together In Senegal
January 19, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Fans are speculating that Love & Hip Hop reality star Alexis Skyy and Afrobeats artist Asake might be dating after they were spotted together in Senegal. Skyy has been observed by fans enjoying Afrobeats music a lot lately, so while some were surprised, many […]
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Flo Rida Wins $82 Million In Celsius Energy Drink Lawsuit
January 19, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Flo Rida has won an $82 million verdict against energy giant Celsius whom he sued for breach of contract, damages, and monies owing under a celebrity endorsement deal. The trial was by jury and took place for five days which saw the rapper sharing […]
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Skeng Is The Werewolf Of Your Nightmares In Creepy “Full Moon” Video
January 19, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Skeng kicks off his musical campaign for 2023 with a cut for his new single “Full Moon.” If you’re a fan of Skeng’s music, then you would know that he constantly pushes the boundaries of dark yet infectious dancehall music. “Full Moon” is no […]
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Cardi B Talks Offset & Saweetie Rumors, Plastic Surgery & Takeoff’s Death Reaction
January 19, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Cardi B is in full album mode as she sits down for a one-on-one with Hollywood Unlocked’s Jason Lee about everything from music, her album to her decision to have plastic surgery to being here for her husband Offset as he works through the […]
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Usain Bolt Responds To J$1.2 Billion Theft From His Retirement Fund
January 19, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Usain Bolt has seemingly responded to reports that his retirement fund has been swindled away by an employee of a local investment company, Stocks and Securities Limited. Bolt is an inspirational figure in Jamaica and is the poster boy for success and hard work. […]
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Baby Cham Urges PM Andrew Holness To Address Usain Bolt’s Missing Funds
January 19, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz As Jamaicans grapple with news that Usain Bolt lost a whopping $10 million that evaporated from his retirement investment fund, dancehall star Baby Cham is calling on Jamaica’s Prime Minister Andrew Holness to address the matter. Usain Bolt and his management team are in […]
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Cardi B To Discuss New Album In New Interview, Fans Unearth Secret IG Page
January 16, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Cardi B’s album might be closer than fans expect as her A&R manager Brooklyn Johnny appears to confirm that they care in the studio cooking up something. Bardi is also getting ready to discuss her sophomore project in a new interview airing today. The […]
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Apryl Jones & Taye Diggs Sparks Breakup Rumors, Unfollow Each Other On IG
January 16, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Fans are speculating that actor Taye Diggs and reality star Apryl Jones have split after the couple abruptly unfollowed each other on Instagram. The pair first started dating in late 2021, with Taye Diggs confirming that they met after he joined TikTok in December […]
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Shenseea Gets NAACP Image Award Nomination With Chris Brown & Fireboy DML
January 16, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Fireboy DML, Chris Brown, and Shenseea have been nominated for “Outstanding International Song” by the 54th NAACP Image Awards for the track “Diana“. The Image Awards, curated by the NAACP, recognizes the outstanding achievements and performances of people of color in several areas across […]
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Usain Bolt Missing Millions Of Dollars From His Investment Account
January 13, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz A former employee is being investigated by the Jamaica Constabulary Force for millions of dollars going missing from Sprint legend Usain Bolt’s investment account at a local company in Kingston. On Thursday, the Jamaica Gleaner reported that the Sprinter’s stock and investments portfolio with […]
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Shenseea and Burna Boy To Perform At Coachella 2023
January 12, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Shenseea and Burna Boy are among the many artists set to make their Coachella debut this year. Shenseea has been named as one of the performers for Coachella 2023. The event organizers revealed the official poster on Tuesday featuring more than 50 artists that […]
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Ja Rule Trolled By 50 Cent After Yelling To Stop Playing ‘In Da Club’ At Concert
January 11, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Ja Rule’s team was not pleased after fans attempted to troll him with 50 Cent’s music playing at one of his events. Over the weekend, a video surfaced showing Ja’s team scrambling to get 50 Cent’s classic “In Da Club” cut while the artist […]
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Jah Cure Returns To Court In Netherlands On January 24
January 10, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz The Prosecution in Jah Cure’s stabbing case has appealed the court’s ruling that the Reggae artist be acquitted on the attempted murder charge, and a date has been set for a hearing. Jah Cure was convicted on March 22 on the lesser charge of […]
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Valiant Reflects On His Meteoric Rise To Stardom In “Bruk Days” Video
January 10, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Valiant gets into a reflective mood in his new music video “Bruk Days.” The clip is the first music video since the start of the year for the young dancehall artist who had a meteoric rise in dancehall last year thanks to his melodic […]
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Gucci Mane’s Wife Keyshia Ka’oir Shares Receipts He Paid Big Scarr’s Funeral Bill
January 9, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Gucci Mane continues to experience fallout from Big Scarr’s family members who are labeling serious accusations against him. Keyshia Ka’oir responded to the family of late artist Big Scarr who bashed him and claimed that he reneged on a promise to pay for the […]
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Aidonia, Kimberly Megan Bid Son King Khalif Farewell At Funeral, Jah Vinci & Bounty Killer Tribute
January 9, 2023Black Immigrant Daily News The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Aidonia and Kimberly Megan paid their final respects as their son Khalif Aitana Kruz Lawrence was laid to rest on Saturday. Khalif, 9, passed away last month after a battle with cancer. His parents have been out of the public eye as they mourn […]
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