Third place pick was Gariece McPherson for his ‘intensely personal video’ where he erases the stigma that males doing housework is unmanly…
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Third World to headline Jazz festival in Cape Town, S Africa
Reggae legends Third World travels 7,000 miles to Cape Town, South Africa, to headline the leading South African event, Cape Town International Jazz Festival.
Read MoreDJ Calico releases ‘Soakin Wet’ for Carnival Season
Fast rising selector and Suncity 104.9FM radio jock DJ Calico on Friday afternoon released his much anticipated soca mix ahead of the Jamaican Carnival season. The disc titled “Soakin’ Wet – The Ultimate Soca Mix”, showcases the popular jock unraveling his musical artistry and meticulous mixing skills; combining several popular soca hits for the year with an ample supply of dancehall remixes to create a high energy compilation that is sure to satisfy lovers of that genre. Released on the Darkcide International imprint the project features some of the Caribbean’s…
Read MoreTop 9 in 2012 American Idols as at March 22, 2012
Michael Becker / FOX PHOTOGRAPHER: “The American Idol” 2012 Top 9 was revealed, and Erik Van Pelt was the latest to be eliminated. That means HeeJun Han survives another week. By John “Gonzo” Gonzalez | [email protected] How does he do it? The “American Idol” 2012 Top 9 was revealed Thursday night, and sadly Erika Van Pelt was the latest of the contestants to be eliminated. That means that Heejun Han, the oddball singer with a decent voice, but who shows no potential of winning Season 11, will stick around for…
Read MoreWorld Clash Jamaica RESET set for Montego Bay April 9
Clashing on World Clash stage is a true proving ground for any sound. As the countdown to World Clash Jamaica nears, die hard clash fans place bets.
Read MoreArtistes unite in Emancipation Park today in AIDS fight
The event is being put on by LIVE UP Champions, along with the Caribbean Broadcast Media Partnership on HIV/AIDS (CBMP) and their funders PSI Caribbean.
Read MoreJamaica Music Countdown March 23 – 29, 2012 by Richie B
JAMAICA MUSIC COUNTDOWN BY RICHIE B, HOST – “HOT MIX” ON HOT 102FM MAR 23 – 29, 2012 TOP 25 DANCE HALL SINGLES TW LW WOC TITLE/ARTISTE/LABEL 01 1 19 If I Was Your Girl – Ms. Triniti – Trinigirl/Unseen Lab Records (2wks@#1) NM 02 4 11 Do Sumn – Konshens – Subkonshus Music U-2 03 2 14 Party Shot – Popcaan – TJ Records (3wks@#1) D-1 04 3 12 World Boss (Why Pree) – Vybz Kartel – Head Concussion (pp#3) D-1 05 6 15 School Fee – Darrio –…
Read MoreFethi Tabet in concert March 22 in Jamaica
The Alliance française de la Jamaïque, in association with JNBS, presents the first ever concert in Jamaica by Algerian-born singer and instrumentalist, Fethi Tabet. This concert by Tabet who has performed the world over, from India to China, with stops in Africa, America and the Middle East, will take place on Thursday, March 22, 2012 starting at 8 p.m. at the Courtleigh Auditorium. This musical master delivers a message of peace and fraternity, through his powerful voice and instruments, captivating audiences and delivering magical performances in his own exceptional style.…
Read MoreNinja Kid joins ‘Jamaica Guinness Greatness In The Streets’
For ‘Guinness Greatness In The Streets’ the Kid signed on for a series of audio commercials that will become viral in the streets over next 3 months.
Read MoreJamaica Music Countdown Mar 16 – 22, 2012 by Richie B
JAMAICA MUSIC COUNTDOWN BY RICHIE B, HOST – “HOT MIX” ON HOT 102FM MAR 16 – 22, 2012 TOP 25 DANCE HALL SINGLES TW LW WOC TITLE/ARTISTE/LABEL 01 2 18 If I Was Your Girl – Ms. Triniti – Trinigirl/Unseen Lab Records (1wk@#1) U-1 02 1 13 Party Shot – Popcaan – TJ Records (3wks@#1) D-1 03 4 11 World Boss (Why Pree) – Vybz Kartel – Head Concussion U-1 04 6 10 Do Sumn – Konshens – Subkonshus Music U-2 05 5 15 Wine – Cham – Cash Flow…
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