US-based dancehall artiste Concrossis is amping up promotions in Jamaica on a single called “30 Billion’ on the Bad Liquid rhythm for Natural Bridge Records. The single was released in July. “The response has been phenomenal so far, we’re getting airplay on reggae stations in the tri-state area, Philadelphia and even Florida. We’re shooting a […]
Read MoreSeven police officers shot by gunman barricaded in house in Philadelphia
For over an hour, a single gunman opened fire, injuring seven officers with non-life threatening injuries after the officers engaged the suspect in a prolonged fire fight fight. Officers returned fire at the shooter, Philadelphia Police Commissioner Richard Ross said at a press conference Wednesday. Some of the officers who were responding to the incident […]
Read More16 year-old girl missing from Ocho Rios
An Ananda Alert has been activated for 16-year-old Roberta Garrick of Great Pond, Ocho Rios, St Ann, who has been missing since Monday, August 12. She is of dark complexion, stout built and is about 170 centimetres (five feet seven inches) tall. Reports from the Ocho Rios police are that about 12:30 p.m., Roberta was […]
Read More6IXX not booked for Summer Sizzle
Junior ‘Heavy D’ Fraser, manager for Squash and spokesperson for the 6ixx, says the clique’s absence from Saturday night’s Summer Sizzle show was a result of “unprofessional negotiations”. Fraser said he was contacted by the ‘Blue’ Smith, Beenie Man’s manager, the day before the festival to book Squash. “Dem never mek no negotiations for Chronic […]
Read MoreUnknown Gringo disses Shane E
Dancehall artiste Unknown Gringo has released a new single, ‘Gringo’, aimed at fellow Montego Bay-based dancehall artiste Shane E. “ “Shane E violate and send me some diss, Shane E ah go round and a diss people and mi nah go mek him violate me,” an upset Unknown Gringo said. Both artistes have signed on […]
Read MorePolice probe fatal shooting in St. Mary
The St Mary police are probing the shooting death of a man by a security guard at the entrance of a supermarket in Port Maria, St Mary on Thursday. Many are speculating whether the security guard was justified in using fatal force during an incident which was captured on CCTV footage and has since gone […]
Read MoreRad Dixon to “Welcome” new album
Reggae singer Rad Dixon is ready to stake his claim as an artiste in his own right as he has released his 12-track debut album dubbed ‘Welcome’ on July 26th. “The early feedback has been incredible so far, the fans love the authentic reggae sound, and the diversity and quality of the songwriting on the […]
Read More1.5 BILLION WORTH OF COCAINE RECOVERED
There was a major haul by authorities as $1.5 billion worth of cocaine has been recovered in St Thomas. According to the police, the seizure was made south east of Morant Point by the security forces. A probe is underway into the seizure of the drug, which weighed almost 1200kgs.
Read MoreBin Laden’s son killed
Hamza Bin Laden, the son of al-Qaeda founder Osama Bin Laden, died in an air strike, US media outlets report, citing intelligence officials. The place and date of death were unclear. The Pentagon did not comment. Bin Laden, thought to be aged about 30, had released audio and video messages calling for attacks on the […]
Read MorePretti Kitti set to ‘Tek Ova’
Dancehall deejay Pretti Kitti, who is known for sexy club bangers which talk about romantic relationships, is taking a more hard-hitting approach with a rude-gal anthem called ‘Tek Ova’. “The inspiration behind ‘ Tek Ova’ was just me wanting to show a different side and the overall versatility of Pretti Kitti. Fans know I’m always […]
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