Reveling in the success of his current single “What Tomorrow May Bring,” Delus will continue to spread the positive message of his music when he performs on Saturday, March 10, 2012 on the hit series Magnum Kings and Queens of Dancehall. The show, which airs on TVJ, a platform for upcoming dancehall artists is the perfect fit for the singjay. About his performance on Magnum Kings and Queens, Delus remarks “It’s the hit show right now so to be able to perform on it is great. I can identify with…
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Updates on Jamaica’s music, and musicians
Blak Ryno back from St. Lucia, shoots ‘Ice Cream’
KINGSTON, JAMAICA | MARCH 14, 2012 :: Fresh from his stint in St. Lucia at the 2012 staging of ‘Best Of Both Worlds’ held at Samaans Park in the capital, Garrison recording artiste Blak Ryno is back in the island and fully focused on elevating his career. The dancehall singjay on Tuesday afternoon shot the video for his soon-to-be released single ‘Ice Cream’ produced by Markus Myrie, son of incarcerated reggae superstar Buju Banton. The project was shot throughout the thoroughfares of Kingston and St. Andrews with stops at the…
Read MoreUS sounds Earth Ruler and Poison dart clash in RESET April 7
There will certainly be no shortage of fearsome mini-battles and rivalries during World Clash R.E.S.E.T. in New York on Saturday, April 7, 2012. And when top tier U.S. sounds Earth Ruler (Brooklyn, New York) and Poison Dart (Tampa, Florida) meet up, a fiery civil war of North and South will be ignited. Manifesting before thousands of sound clash fans will be a blazing turf war of two well-equipped, high powered and similarly respected U.S. sounds. Other big league sounds pegged for World Clash R.E.S.E.T. in New York include: Fire Links,…
Read MoreJamaica Music Countdown March 9-15 by Richie B
JAMAICA MUSIC COUNTDOWN BY RICHIE B, HOST – “HOT MIX” ON HOT 102FM MAR 9 – 15, 2012 TOP 25 DANCE HALL SINGLES TW LW WOC TITLE/ARTISTE/LABEL 01 1 12 Party Shot – Popcaan – TJ Records (3wks@#1) NM 02 2 17 If I Was Your Girl – Ms. Triniti – Trinigirl/Unseen Lab Records NM 03 4 12 Shut Up – Bounty Killer – Starkutt Records U-1 04 5 10 World Boss (Why Pree) – Vybz Kartel – Head Concussion U-1 05 3 14 Wine – Cham – Cash Flow…
Read MoreJamaica Music Countdown March 2-9, 2012 by Richie B
JAMAICA MUSIC COUNTDOWN BY RICHIE B, HOST – “HOT MIX” ON HOT 102FM MAR 2 – 8, 2012 TOP 25 DANCE HALL SINGLES TW LW WOC TITLE/ARTISTE/LABEL 01 1 11 Party Shot – Popcaan – TJ Records (2wks@#1) NM 02 3 16 If I Was Your Girl – Ms. Triniti – Trinigirl/Unseen Lab Records U-1 03 2 13 Wine – Cham – Cash Flow (2wks@#1) D-1 04 4 11 Shut Up – Bounty Killer – Starkutt Records NM 05 6 9 World Boss (Why Pree) – Vybz Kartel – Head…
Read MoreMark Lyttle emerges a force to reckon with
In an era where good lyrics are lacking, Mark Lyttle emerges as a force to be reckon with. A powerful baritone singer, and songwriter, Mark has a goal to touch as many hearts as possible with his music and varied, but positive messages. Born in Kingston, Jamaica, Mark Lyttle realised his talent in his late teens, while in a church choir, and his talent was propelled by a passion for music which surpassed all his other ambitions. He credits artistes such as Luther Vandross, Teddy Pendergrass and James Ingram for…
Read MoreJamaica Music Countdown Feb 24 – Mar 1 by Richie B
JAMAICA MUSIC COUNTDOWN BY RICHIE B, HOST – “HOT MIX” ON HOT 102FM FEB 24 – MAR 1, 2012 TOP 25 DANCE HALL SINGLES TW LW WOC TITLE/ARTISTE/LABEL 01 5 10 Party Shot – Popcaan – TJ Records (1wk@#1) U-4 02 2 12 Wine – Cham – Cash Flow (2wks@#1) NM 03 3 15 If I Was Your Girl – Ms. Triniti – Trinigirl/Unseen Lab Records NM 04 4 10 Shut Up – Bounty Killer – Starkutt Records NM 05 1 11 Clean – Popcaan – TJ Records (2wks@#1) D-4…
Read More‘Buss Mi Appeal’ singer Derrick Parker in profile
As a young boy, from age ten, Derrick discovered his talent in singing, and the impact he had on others. He used to sing at churches, school, and in the streets
Read MoreNinja Kid premiers video in St Lucia
Dancehall recording artiste Ojukwu Simpson better known as Ninja Kid over the weekend premiered his medley video for the Birch Hill Records/ Markus Records produced “Have Nuh Gal Like We” and “Tongue Ring Shot”. The project was shot on location in Smokey Vale, Jamaica by director Simeon Hedge of Simeon Hedge Concept and sees Kid exploring the confines of his lavish dwelling densely populated with women, before segueing into a very provocative setup with females showcasing their tongue rings. The video also feature cameos from D’Angel, Blak Ryno, Kiprich, ZJ…
Read MoreD’Angel to launch event, new novel February 16
Currently donning the titles; entrepreneur, mother and recording artiste, multifaceted entertainer D’Angel will later this month append two additional credits to her name that of: author and promoter. The prominent Dancehall diva, whose given name is Michelle Downer, is set to unveil her authorial debut ‘Love Triangle’ on February 29th a book dubbed “the most controversial dancehall novel.” The novel gives an in-depth perspective into the life of a young lady, two guys and a lot of relationship drama. But it’s not the threesome many may be expecting. According to…
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