Drake is the man of the moment and while celebrating the recent “Lemon Pepper freestyle” featuring Rick Ross off his “Scary hours 2” album, he still finds time to show Jamaican creatives love.
It is well known that the “OVO” boss is close friends with Popcaan and now a fan of Skillibeng through the “Unruly” link…
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The second night of the Jamaica Jazz and Blues Festival on Friday showcased the island's culture, places and people, while providing the online audience with top-shelf performances from Jah9, Lila Ike and Mortimer.
Husband and wife duo, Wayne and Tami Mitchell carried the online audience through the evening’s offerings, while also doubling as a guide for the video feature Stay With Us, which…
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Silent Raver’s mother has added her voice to the saga surrounding her son regarding a recent video that was leaked to social media that cause a falling out with Ding Ding’s Ravers Clavers crew
On Friday, dancehall artist Mr. Vegas called Silent Ravers to hear what really happened. During the interview, Vegas questioned him and asked if he was aware at any point that…
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Dancehall producer Papi Don Musiq was arrested for allegedly scamming 18 senior citizens out of $300,000.
Papi Don Musiq, whose real name is Donte Johnson, was taken into custody in South Florida on Wednesday after police accused the beatmaker of running an elaborate scam to defraud senior citizens. Urban Islandz obtained his…
Critics of the dancehall legend, who is aptly called ‘Worl’Boss,’ proclaimed in 2014 ahead of his sentencing that if convicted, the life and career of the controversial but highly gifted artist would be effectively over.
Fast forward to 2021, and a lot has changed from 2014 when Kartel was convicted and sentenced to 35…
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After a woman’s elderly mother died after she was healthy the evening before, the operators of the long-term care facility where she lived reported that she died of natural causes. Her relatives became suspicious and other women died not long after in the same way before their relatives noticed that jewelry was missing from their rooms.
A 48-year-old serial killer,…
Veteran reggae and dancehall artistes Jah Cure and Beenie Man have put their differences aside as seen in a video recently uploaded to Instagram via Jah Cure’s page. In the video we can see both musicians playing around with each other like we dont normally see artistes do, with Beenie Man at one point holding Jah Cure in a neck hold.
Fellow dancehall…
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Popcaan linked up with Bobby Shmurda on FaceTime.
It would be inadequate to say ever since his release from prison Bobby Shmurda has been receiving overwhelming support from fans and his counterparts alike. The truth is the rapper has been supported right through his prison stint, so actually, Bobby Shmurda has been getting an outpour of love and support…
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Shenseea is one of Jamaica’s fast-rising deejays, and the sky is certainly not her limit! The young artiste is taking the United States music industry by storm as she stretches her wings from Jamaica.
Her latest accomplishment is being named the BET Amplified artist of the month. The recognition…
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Popcaan and Beres Hammond captivates dancehall lovers around the world with their performance on VP’s “Love From A Distance” concert.
Love was flowing through the air and via the digital airwaves on Sunday night when legendary reggae crooner Beres Hammond teamed up with VP Records for a mind-blowing virtual experience. The virtual concert dubbed “Love From A…
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Legendary reggae singer Bunny Wailer has died.
Jamaica’s Culture Minister Olivia Grange confirmed the singer’s passing on Tuesday morning. His cause of death was not revealed, but multiple sources confirmed with Urban Islandz that he passed away in the Medical Associates Hospital while getting treatment for an…
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Shabba Ranks is mourning the death of his mother Miss Christie, aka ‘Mama Christie,’ as tributes poured in from all corners of the community.
Sources confirmed on Tuesday that the mother of International dancehall superstar Shabba Ranks has passed away. Constantine Christie, affectionately called “Mama Christie” by all who knew her, reportedly passed away earlier today.…
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Kalina Collier, the American stewardess, who was employed by JetBlue Airways, made a report that said, she was being held hostage in Jamaica after she was tested positive for COVID-19.
The Corporate Communications Manager reported that an investigation was done, and the crew member in question was no longer employed at JetBlue. On behalf of the company he continued to offer apologies for the frustration and concern caused by the…
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The Jamaican cannabis company JACANA has partnered with reggae star Jesse Royal to help bring more awareness to the brand and the multiple uses of marijuana as well. Jesse Royal is well-known for his advocacy for the free use of marijuana.
Alexandra Chong, the CEO and founder of JACANA, said that…
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Protoje put dancehall fans on high alert for Skillibeng and Lila Iké collaboration possibly coming this week.
Lila Iké and Skillibeng are on the verge of dropping a collaboration this week as fans wait with bated breath for the remix of her song “Thy Will.” In an interview with Ebro Odogwu on his Apple Music show Ebro…
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Sean Paul has spent a lot of time guiding his music to an international level. His latest trek seems to be into the Latin market as he was recently featured on EDM producer Steve Aoki’s latest single, “Mambo.”
The track came in at number 41 on this week’s Billboard Hot Dance/Electronic Songs chart. It had the support of some…
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U-Roy, the voice that pioneered the sound of reggae/dancehall in the 70s, has died.
The Jamaican music legend passed away on Wednesday (February 17) at the University Hospital of the West Indies (UHWI) in Kingston. Sources told Urban Islandz that he had recently undergone surgery following an undisclosed illness.…
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