REGGAE EMPRESS ETANA’S DEBUT ALBUM “THE STRONG ONE” IN STORES TODAY SEE WHAT THE CRITICS ARE SAYING... Reminiscent of India.Arie, the Jamaican-born, Miami-raised singer/songwriter’s poetic consciousness amid soul-stirring grooves rivals that of gifted neo-soulsters. Uplifting songs such as the socially-charged “Wrong Address” and “Roots,” are infectious and empowering.Essence.com, June 17th, 2008
“Etana is emerging as a talented songwriter who can effortlessly mix reggae, jazz, gospel and R&B styles while holding them all together with her dusky soulful voice… Etana inserts her uniquely sunny self into the narrative, making any song she touches instantly recognizable as hers."Global Rhythm, July 20008
“Etana has been around for a little while now, dropping fulsome and soulful voicings on a variety of riddims…. This album is worthy of such high praise at least in part because it's important to remember that syrupy love songs have as much of a place in Jamaican culture and the dance itself as conscious or badman tunes.”Pitchfork, May 14th, 2008
“Right now, she's the Jamaican equivalent of an India.Arie. Her lyrics are a refreshing push against the mainstream, and the musicianship behind them is strong and original enough that her songs can't be denied.”New Times, May 22nd, 2008
“On stage she exudes a regal bearing and the attitude of a diva; her live stage presence commands attention.”Jamaicans.com, May 30th, 2008
“At 23, she has already established herself as a formidable performer and songwriter whose music and reputation precedes her.” December 2007 Wrong Address picked as “Song to Download”… a heartbreaking acoustic reggae lament about a woman who gets rejected for a job because she comes from the wrong hood."Spin, December, 2007
Put Your Vote In...
People from the web are invited to vote from the 12th to 18th of May for electing the final band playing at the 2008 European Reggae Contest, who will perform live on the main stage at Rototom Sunsplash on the 10th and 11th of July. Click here to vote for Anthony Que & The Babyclone Band
US Embassy Summons Macka Diamond
She seems to be everywhere these days, Trinidad’s Carnival, Madison Square Garden, Royal Palm Estate, and now, dancehall diva, aka Miss Money O, aka The Money Goddess, Macka Diamond has been summons by the US Embassy more...
DAILY CARIBBEAN DIASPORA NEWS Get the latest in Caribbean News heremore...
MARCH 2008 - Macka Diamond set to perform at Madison Square Garden In the words of the great Claude McKay, “the heights of great men reached and kept were not attained by sudden flight, but they while their companions slept, were toiling upward throughout the night.” Mr. McKay may have said the heights of great men reached and kept, but in this day and age, women are toiling and achieving just as much as their male counterparts. One such lady is none other than the self proclaimed Money Goddess of the Dancehall, Macka Diamond. more...
March 12, 2008 - BET SIGNS ON AS MEDIA PARTNER FOR ‘TEAM JAMAICA ON THE ROAD TO BEIJING’ REGGAE CHARITY CONCERT Black Entertainment Television (BET) has joined the ‘Team Jamaica on the Road to Beijing’ campaign, partnering with Team Jamaica Bickle and VP Records on the ‘Team Jamaica on the Road to Beijing’ Reggae Charity Concert, to be held at Brooklyn College on April 20th. more...
MARCH 2008 - Nadine Willis Launches First Single Nadine Willis, Jamaica’s most recognizable supermodel, has embarked on another milestone in her career. From being the focus of the lens of world renowned photographer Mario Testino for French Vogue, to commanding world attention as the only black model to lead a Gucci campaign, the globe’s fastest rising supermodel in history, gets set to break into the music industry and she is taking no prisoners! more...
MARCH 2008 - ‘STARS’ and ‘TROUBLE’ - Two hot riddims from House of Congress Portmore-based House of Congress has released two hot rhythms with tracks that are now creating some buzz on the dancehall scene. The Stars and Trouble rhythms share one thing in common: an exciting line-up of uplifting tracks that everyone can enjoy, both adults and teeny boppers. more...
MARCH 2008 - Vegas Continues to Dominate the Scene!
What does it take to consistently keep your audience entertained wherever you go? Well if that question is boggling you then ask Mr. Vegas as he just can’t seem to do anything wrong where his fans are concerned.
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News shorts
It seems Sean Paul is still very much a hot commodity. The Grammy winning DJ who recently donated 5 million dollars to aid in the hurricane relief process will be featured in the November issue of the very popular Vanity Fair magazine. Make sure you get your copy to see what the DJ is up to.
Janet Jackson is now having big regrets about doing a combination with Beenie. The American singer said publicly that if she had know the DJ was homophobic she would never have done a recording with him. Janet Jackson recorded "Feel It Boy" with Beenie Man in 2002. The singer apologized to all her gay fans and said she now regretted the combination.
Spragga Benz walked away recently with the award for Best Acting In A Movie by a Rapper at the Source Award which was held in Miami. He won for his role in the film "Shottas". Ironically the film never really took off in Jamaica upon its release. The is the true story of two young men, Wayne (played by Spragga Benz) and Bigs (played by Marley), who grow up together in the tough and dangerous streets of Kingston.
Bling Dawg's first album "Dawg House" will hit the streets in the 1st quarter of 2005. The album will feature collaborations with Sizzla, Vybz Kartel and Terry. The songs will also feature the popular songs already on radio "Nicky Ann", "Regrets" on the Rebirth Riddim and "Phone Call" featuring Vybz Kartel. The video for "Nicky Ann" and "Phone Call" are currently running on local TV.
Old News...
Nov. 13 - T.O.K. featured on Pitbull's M. I. STILL A. M. I. (Money Is Still A Major Issue) T.O.K. had the opportunity to work with Pitbull on his new album, M. I. STILL A. M. I. (Money Is Still A Major Issue). The CD/DVD combo features 13 rare and remixed tracks and will sell alongside the Miami native's gold debut album, M.I.A.M.I., released a year ago, which featured the hit singles Culo and Toma. more...
Elephant Man Birthday Bash is Da Bomb!...
Mr. Energy himself Elephant Man walked away with the awards for Dancehall/Reggae Artist of the Year. more...
Macka Diamond is Hot ...
Macka Diamond is easily the busiest female DJ on the scene right now. more...
Elephant Man Cops Source Award...
Mr. Energy himself Elephant Man walked away with the awards for Dancehall/Reggae Artist of the Year. more...
Palm Rock Entertainer Spotlight... I-Wayne
I Wayne emerged on the reggae music scene with crisp clear melodic no nonsense lyrics performed as passionately as they were created. more...
Hip-hop artist Lil' Kim will go on trial in November...
Hip-hop artist Lil' Kim will go on trial in November on charges she lied to a grand jury investigating a 2001 shootout. more...
Macka Diamond is set to soar...
If ever there was someone who was born to be a DJ it is Macka Diamond. more...
International, Local Deejays Whip Up Excitement At Smirnoff Ice Rio Carnival Night
A slew of international DJs from across the globe converged on the Bacchanal Mas Camp on Friday, February 27 for the Smirnoff Ice Rio Carnival. more...
Tanya Stephenson A real storyteller by Cecelia Campbell-Livingston
If there is a song that could be used to describe Viviene more...
Ce'Cile shoots video for Bare As She Dare…
There seems to be no way but up for the bad gal of the dancehall Ce'Cile. more...
Jamaican artistes set stage ablaze at Bob Marley Day/Ragga Muffins Festival in California…
The weekend of February 14-16 saw spirited performances from Jamaican reggae and dancehall acts as. more...
Assassin inks with VP/Atlantic Records…
Penthouse recording artiste Jeffrey ‘Assassin’ Campbell has signed a. more...
Sean Paul, Peter Gabriel, Lucky Dube, and Elephant Man Amongst Nominees...
Sean Paul, Peter Gabriel, Lucky Dube, and Elephant Man Amongst Nominees for 23rd International Reggae and World Music Awards. more...
News Shorts from Jamaica...
Reggae ambassador Tony Rebel is saying enough is enough. more...
Asylum Ladies Night...
Check out the pix from the party. more...
VP Records celebrates its 25th Anniversary...
Throughout 2004, VP Records will be celebrating its 25th anniversary. more...
Veteran resurrection at Leroy Sibbles birthday bash...
It was always my wish to see all the leading veterans of. more...
M’Lonie – The new voice on the entertainment scene...
M'Lonie is a Jamaican singer blessed with a sweet. more...
Beres and Natural Black team on let The Good Times Roll...
Reggae crooner Beres Hammond and cultural artiste Natural Black. more...
Delly Ranks and Voise Mail - She Wants it…
The Grinding rhythm which was produced by Tony 'CD' Kelly is off to a good start. more...
Hypnotique Party
The Hypnotique sponsored Girls Gone Wild took place at. more...
Jamaica Carnival - Giving you more for 2004
...this year’s Carnival celebrations will be bigger and better. more...
Natty King - Cultural Campaigner
The number one song that seems to be taking the airwaves by storm. more...
Smirnoff Ice - "Univercity Tour"
Who says that there’s no fun in learning? Well Smirnoff Ice has. more...
Vibes Cartel Birthday Bash...
Check out the photos from the Vibes Cartel Birthday Bash. more...
Elephant Man goes country
Last week, Elephant Man shot a video with director Gil Greene. more...
Mas Camp gets down
These people got down to the sweet, sweet reggae beat at Good Times. more...
No Doubt wins Grammy for collaboration with VP Lady Saw
Adrienne Young of No Doubt was quick to thank Lady Saw for her major contribution to the hit song. more...
Dancehall Music well represented at the Grammy's
Last night (Sunday February 8th) Dancehall crossover artiste Sean Paul. more...
Air Jamaica Jazz and Blues was a major success
The eighth staging of the Air Jamaica Jazz and Blues Festival has come and gone but it has left in its wake sweet memories for the many that turned out. more...
Janet Jackson and Justin Timberlake make the "breast" of it!
SUPERBOWL SUPRISE ... Well! Never has so little caused so much talk! Janet and Justin at the Superbowl. more...
Beenie Man Recovering from Accident
UPDATE Jan 28 2004 - The Doctor has released Beenie Man from the St Joseph¹s Hospital. Last Tuesday (Jan 27th) armed with a guitar and looking fit as a fiddle he faced the press and some of his loyal fans. more...
Jan 15 2004 - Top Dancehall DJ Beenie Man is now in the St. Joseph's hospital recovering from surgery. The DJ crashed about 4am. more...
Billboard Magazine’s Annual roundup is in for 2003…
What a year for dancehall! more...
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