Justice Andrea Thomas struck down a “premature” habeas corpus appeal by Vybz Kartel’s attorneys today saying that the Fever deejay’s continued detention was not in breach of the constitution. The matter moved to the chief courtroom on the Supreme Court building this morning. Vybz Kartel and two of his three co-accused will remain in arcs […]
Read MoreDay: May 30, 2024
Father Wally, owner of Inner City sound system, is dead
The dancehall community is mourning the death of Walford ‘Father Wally’ Jibberson, the owner of Inner City Sound system, one of the most iconic megawattage sound systems which ruled the roost in the late 1980s and 1990s blasting the electronically-enhanced riddims of the best dancehall DJs across the globe. He was rumoured to be in […]
Read MoreDJ SMOKE IS DEAD
Disc jockey Ryan Williams, popularly known as DJ Smoke, is dead. News emerged on Thursday that Williams, who had been battling a heart condition, passed away. Veteran sound system selector Tony Matterhorn reacted to the news. “Smoke was one of the most decent yutes in the dancehall space, when you see him, him always have […]
Read MoreNatty prepares for ‘Ascension’
Natty announces his new single, ‘Ascension’. Released to align with Spring Equinox, his captivating track marks the beginning of an extraordinary journey, blending profound personal experiences with the universal quest for inner transformation and healing. Destined to be the first release from this project, ‘Ascension’ introduces the concepts of healing and raising collective frequencies via […]
Read MoreMarcia Griffiths headlines Palm Beach Jamaica Independence Fest
Reggae music aficionados will converge on Palm Beach, FL, to partake in an unforgettable sonic and gastronomic experience: the Palm Beach Jamaica Independence Fest 2024. The event will be headlined by Marcia Griffiths, Mr. Lexx, Bugle and Brother Gary. This milestone event promises an electrifying fusion of folk singing/dancing, a gospel segment, a Palm Beach […]
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