Vybz Kartel wanted by police

According to the Jamaica Observer:

DANCEHALL deejay Adija Palmer, otherwise called Vybz Kartel, has been named together with five other men as, 'major persons of interest', by St Catherine South Police.

The six are all from the parish of St Catherine:

1. Adija Palmer, o/c 'Vybz Kartel' from Waterford, Portmore.

2. Omar Lawrence, o/c 'Hommie' from Anglin Lane, Newlands, Portmore.

3) Seymour Johnson, o/c 'Bulb Eye' from Braeton- Phase One, Portmore.

4) Paul Smith, o/c 'Kerone' or 'Biggs' from Big Lane, Central Village.

5) Oneil Myurrie, o/c 'Neily' from Little Lane, Central Village.

6) Damion Perry o/c 'Tillyman' from Old Harbour Bay.

They are asked to turn themselves in at any Police Station in Portmore or any Police Station across the island.

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Usain Bolt nominated for ESPY award...like d-uh!!!

The Espy Awards will soon take place, and it's no surprise that Usain Bolt is up for awards. Vote for him in the categories : Best Record Breaking Performance & Best Track & Field Athlete. Just go to espn.com/espys or facebook.com/espn.



The show airs live on Wednesday, July 14.

Meantime check out behind the scenes footage for Bolt's new fragrance...Animagical....rrrrrrrr!

USHER confirmed for Reggae Sumfest 2010

Jamaica’s premier summer music event Reggae Sumfest, is again living up to its reputation of delivering only the finest acts, by bringing one of the music industry’s most celebrated pop stars, Usher, to this year’s 18th staging.


The International R&B star has been confirmed as a performer to take the stage at the show which runs in Catherine Hall, St. James between July 17 and 24.

Usher will join a cast of fellow performing giants such as Chris Brown, Beenie Man, Shaggy, Bounty Killer, Mavado, Tarrus Riley, Queen Ifrica, Jah Cure among others.

Though not his first local performance, Usher has been on a phenomenal streak in recent times, with memorable music and electrifying performances. His latest album Raymond V. Raymond which was released on March 30 this year, debuted at number 1 on the US Billboard 200 charts. His latest single OMG featuring Will.I.Am is also currently blazing the airwaves, clubs and parties across the world.

This is only his latest crown in a career decorated with accomplishments. Usher has won 5 Grammy awards, 8 Soul Train Awards, and 19 Billboard Music Awards.

He made his musical debut in 1994 with the single Think of You but it was not until 1997 that Usher gained popularity with the hit song My Way. Since then, he has turned into a virtual hit-maker.

In 2001 Usher released the album 8701, which went four times platinum riding on the success of hit singles such as U Remind Me and U Got It Bad. In 2004 Confessions sold over 10 million copies in the US. It was ranked as grossing the highest sales in the first week for an R&B artiste in history. Subsequently, the album sold 20 million copies worldwide and was certified Diamond by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA). In 2008, his album Here I Stand sold over 5 million copies worldwide and was certified platinum.

In addition to Usher’s recording feats, he is also known for his talent on the stage, and on the screen. Usher appeared in the 1998 film The Faculty and a year later She’s All That. As a Humanitarian, Usher founded New Look, a non-profit organization that seeks to give young people a ‘new look’ on life through the use of education and real life experiences as the incentive.

With a string of accolades and awards, there is no doubt Usher will add considerable value to an army of stars now billed for the greatest summer Festival in Jamaica.

Reggae Sumfest is the most celebrated and supported Reggae Festival in Jamaica, and attracts the world’s leading musicians and performers. In its near 20 year history, the show has boasted a superb entertainment package, loaded with the best performances, food, music, and culture. This year’s Festival runs from July 17-24 at Catherine Hall, St James.

Red Stripe is back as a sponsor of Reggae Sumfest, after a one-year hiatus. The brand now joins fellow Platinum sponsors Ibero Star, Digicel, and the Jamaica Tourist Board. Gold Sponsors include CVM, The Gleaner, and Irie Fm.

Saturday, July 17

Beach Party, Cornwall Beach

Errol Lee & The Bare Essentials

Brown Sugar

Press Fyah

Bumpa

DJ Bambino

DJ Baby Thug

Danger Zone

Thursday, July 22
Catherine Hall, Montego Bay

Vybz Kartel

Mavado

Elephant Man

Spice

I-Octane

Demarco

Kiprich

Konshens

D'Angel

Assassin

Ce'Cile

Voicemail

Chino

Ding Dong

Khago

G-Mac

Tifa

Besenta

Chumps

Dada

King UJah

Taz

Friday, July 23
Catherine Hall, Montego Bay

Chris Brown

Jah Cure

Queen Ifrica

Etana

Tony Rebel

Gyptian

Hezron

Steele

Lymie Murray

Sophia Squire

Macka Conscious

Saturday, July 24
Catherine Hall, Montego Bay

Usher

Shaggy

Beenie Man

Tarrus Riley

Gramps Morgan

Chris Martin

Protoje

Richie Loop

Zamunda

Ras Penco

QQ

Fire Lion & Ferrari

Montego Bay embraces Sumfest 2010

Business interests are expecting this year’s Reggae Sumfest to bring a significant jolt to the Montego Bay economy, which should also extend to the wider Jamaica. It is being seen as a welcome ease to the current economic crunch and a catapult for more growth.

Each year, the world- renowned Festival draws thousands of overseas visitors into the city and its environs, and with this influx, there comes a remarkable upswing in commerce and its related benefits. Visitors have been known to travel from as far as Australia to attend the Festival, spending on Jamaican products liberally as they seek to enjoy every aspect of the Jamaican brand. From as far back as 2003, it was predicted that significant foreign exchange would flow into the island during the time of the festival. This year’s Festival should bring substantial benefits to a wide variety of business interests primarily in the second city, but extending to other areas of the island.

“We expect Reggae Sumfest to be a major contributor to the economic landscape for this year,” states Johnny Gourzong, Executive Director of Summerfest Productions, producers of Reggae Sumfest. “This Festival causes people to not just spend on it, but to spend in preparation for it, and in several other endeavours related to it, and this year should be no different.”

This reality has been duly noted by the Montego Bay Chamber of Commerce, which has over 200 members ranging from small family-run enterprises, to large scale businesses such as hotels and resorts. They all thrive from the boom in the various forms of trade which are direct spin-offs from the Festival, during a period that has traditionally been considered slow in that part of the island.

Data from the Montego Bay Chamber of Commerce also indicate that villas, hotels, and guest houses become fully booked, restaurants, cook shops, and cafes get unprecedented patronage, clothing stores, beauty salons and countless other businesses get the spike in activity before, during, and even after the Festival. In addition, the benefits are not confined to the second city, but spread widely to the major towns across the island. The fashion industry is one example, as the clothing stores, the tailors, dressmakers and those that provide accessories get major orders to fill within the period.

With the line-up this year that includes American R&B star Chris Brown, international superstars Shaggy and Beenie Man, Jah Cure, Etana, Queen Ifrica and Mavado, the package again promises to be an excellent lineup, and the expected benefits to the country should follow.

Reggae Sumfest is the most celebrated and supported Reggae festival in Jamaica, and attracts the world’s leading musicians and performers. In its near 20 year history, the show has boasted a superb entertainment package, loaded with the best performances, food, music, and culture. This year’s Festival runs from July 22-24 at Catherine Hall, St James.

Red Stripe is back as the main sponsor of Reggae Sumfest, after a one-year hiatus. The brand now joins a growing list of sponsors which includes Digicel, Iberostar, JTB, and Wisynco, for the 18th staging of the country’s premier Reggae Festival.

King Dice and Friends: A concert for the fathers

Four-time calypso and 5-time road march winner Dennison “King Dice” Joseph promises a spectacular event for patrons attending the King Dice and Friends Father’s Day Concert on Saturday June 19th at Dominica’s Harlem Plaza.



According to MC and co-organizer, Val “Young Bull” Cuffy, this concert was organized especially with fathers in mind. “Mother’s Day gets a great deal of coverage and is such a big event in the annual calendar; we want to do the same for fathers. They deserve their roses too.” He added, “We have for them a strong lineup of popular local artists including headliner King Dice a favorite of many Dominicans."

King Dice will ring in Father’s Day with a variety of songs from his repertoire including moving social commentaries like “(Help) My Brothers’ For Me”, “Higher” as well as the Reggae lovers’ anthem “Chance”. Having not performed at Calypso Finals this year, King Dice believes that this show will be a treat for the fans. “I will deliver like I am at the finals, so they can expect props, extras, wardrobe changes, and stage effects.” Dice, who was approached by Cuffy with the idea for the show, also believes in the importance of recognizing and celebrating fatherhood. “I am a father too and it’s a great feeling to honor dads like this. I think it will be a great show full of love and positive energy.”

Preceding Dice on stage will be local Reggae artists Dr. Silk, Atunyah and Abessah. The nine performing calypsonians are: Sye, De Professor (Jr. Calypso Monarch 2009 & 2010), Soul Puss, Hunter (Former Calypso King), Tasha P, Yakima, Checker, Triumph and Prosper.

Tickets for the show, which starts at 9PM, costs $30.00 and $50.00 VIP. It is sponsored by LIME as well as Bulls Eye Pharmacy, Heineken, Jolly’s Pharmacy, Minya’s 7-11 and Courts.

For ticketing info call (767)265-0208 or (767)245-8601




ABOUT KING DICE

A former Junior Calypso Monarch, Dennison “King Dice” Joseph is the youngest and only calypsonian to win four national crowns and five consecutive road march titles in Dominica calypso history. His first win was in 2004 with the songs “Peace Is My Business", dedicated to world leaders, and the second round crowd pleaser "Animal Farm," which compared politicians to various farm animals. In 2005 he captured the crown with his songs "Help My Brother For Me” and the political satire “Puppet Master." On February 25th 2006, King Dice made history by becoming the third but youngest calypsonian in 30 years to win 3 calypso crowns in 3 consecutive years, accomplishing what many veteran calypsonians have yet been able to do. "These Are The Days" and "I Eh Fraid Of Them" were the two songs he performed that night. Although Dice was definitely the crowd favorite on the night of February 17th 2007, where he performed "Lights" and "Follow Your Leader;" He placed 4th out of nine other calypsonians. Not breaking from the recipe that secured his prior wins, Dice with the help of songwriter Pat Aaron came back a year later to capture the crown with "Roll The Dice And See" and "On My Own." By then he had won the road march five times in a row with the songs "Tarzan"-2003, "Animal Farm-2004, "Puppet Master"-2005, "I Eh Fraid"-2006 and "Lights"-2007.

King Dice is presently contracted as the face of Heineken Beer in Dominica. He has received several awards for his accomplishments in the calypso arena including A Young Achievers Award in 2004 from the Commonwealth of Dominica Ministry of Education, Youth Affairs, Sports and Human Resource Development for his contribution to culture. In July 2006, he became a member of the Elite- Tri Peat Club. Along with the other two calypsonians who have won 3 consecutive crowns he received his blue 3 peat jacket from the University of the West Indies in Dominica and Pawol Inc. He also received in 2006 a Youth Ambassador Award from the National Youth Council of Dominica in recognition of his contribution to calypso art form and for his 3-peat achievement. King Dice has taken part in workshops and forums on the island, with several groups including the Optimist Club who's main focus is youth development. In 2006 he released his 13 track debut CD entitled A Little Higher, co produced by himself and his writer Pat Aaron, consisting of all his calypsos from as far back as 2003, the ever popular “Chance,” "Hold On To Cricket", a song for cricket fans all over the Caribbean, urging them to have faith in the west Indies cricket team, and a few other party tunes. His latest album is a compilation of his hits called

Currently on hiatus from formal calypso competition, Dice hopes to return to the big stage in 2011. In the meantime he performs for fans in Dominica and the world at stageshows, music festivals and other events.


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Sizzla Kalonji to Heat Up St. Kitts Music Festival

BASSETERRE, St Kitts:- Sizzla Kalonji, one of the most prolific leaders of the conscious reggae dancehall movement, will be performing at this year’s St. Kitts Music Festival, which starts on Thursday 24th June to Saturday 26th June.

Born Miguel Collins, Sizzla has released more than 45 solo albums and more than 15 combination albums, crossing different genres of reggae music. Sizzla is among the reggae artistes credited with leading a movement toward a re-embracement of Rastafarian values in contemporary reggae music. He has recorded material that is concerned primarily with spirituality and social consciousness, through the exploration of common Rastafarian themes, such as “Babylon's corrupting influence,” the disenfranchisement of the youth, oppression of the “black ation” and Sizzla's abiding faith in Jah and resistance against perceived agents of oppression.

He owns the record company, Kalonji Records; which in a joint venture with Damon Dash Music Group and KochRecords, released the critically-acclaimed album, The Overstanding” in November 2006.

“There is very little doubt that Sizzla Kalonji is one of the most revered conscious reggae artistes,” said Faron Lawrence, chairman of the Executive Committee of the St. Kitts Music Festival. “That is why his inclusion in the 14th Annual St. Kitts Music Festival certainly was an easy decision to make, for we expect Sizzla to reinforce the fact that the St Kitts Music Festival is a spectacular musical show, which blends rich exciting music with exhilarating performances.”

The reggae legend has cemented his greatness for this generation and many generations to come with breakthrough albums like Black Woman & Child in 1997, the classic Da Real Thing in 2002, and the Rise To The Occasion in 2003 by dancehall producer Don Corleon.

He now resides in Harare, Zimbabwe after this year in May he was given a farm there, for his performance at Zimbabwe’s president Robert Mugabe's



Now in its 14th consecutive year, the festival attracts both residents and visitors alike and is known for featuring rising local talent alongside internationally-renowned acts. It features a mix of musical styles on the popular market, including R&B, Jazz, Hip-Hop, Reggae, Soca, Calypso, Gospel and Contemporary, to name a few. Past artists have included such prominent acts as John Legend, T-Pain, Michael Bolton, KC & the Sunshine Band, Wyclef Jean, Ne-Yo, Air Supply, Dionne Warwick, Billy Ocean, Sean Paul, Boyz II Men, King Konris, Stephen Marley, Regina Belle, Maxi Priest, Biggie Irie and Lord Nelson.

Located in the northern Leeward Islands of the Caribbean, St. Kitts offers a diverse tourism product developed from the destination’s natural beauty, cultural heritage and rich history. The island’s stunning variety of tourism attractions include hiking through the tropical rainforest, riding the scenic railway that connects the island’s sugar plantations, visiting the Caribelle Batik factory, touring Brimstone Hill Fortress National Park, the only man-made UNESCO World Heritage Site in the Eastern Caribbean, and the more traditional vacation pastimes such as watersports, golf, shopping, tennis, gourmet dining, gaming at one of St. Kitts’ two casinos or simply relaxing on one of the island’s sandy beaches. Guests can select from accommodations ranging from intimate plantation inns to larger hotels or resorts.

For more information about St. Kitts, please contact the St. Kitts Tourism Authority toll free from the US at 1-800-582-6208 or from Canada 1-888-395-4887, e-mail info@stkittstourism.kn, visit www.stkittstourism.kn, or become a fan on Facebook and/or Twitter. For more information about the 14th Annual St. Kitts Music Festival, log on to www.stkittsmusicfestival.com.

Beenie Man Gets Bail after fight with L.A Lewis

Jamaican Dancehall artist Beenie Man was granted bail today after being charged with assault resulting in bodily harm, after allegedly assaulting fellow entertainer LA Lewis. Beenie Man along with selector Rolexx were charged and given bail set at $100,000.


The sad thing is this happened right after the funeral of Oneil Edwards on Saturday. Sources say Lewis was driving with his head out the vehicle window, and ran into Beenie's Audi Q7. Now anyone who knows of or has ever met L.A Lewis know he is full of chat, and that supposedly is what he did after hitting the car. Beenie got out of his vehicle and physically assaulted him...

Please people...no matter how irritating someone can get...don't assault them...especially public figures-let your people deal with his people.

Beenie left on a 22-city European Tour this week.
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The deejay is to embark on a 22-show European tour which will kick off in Paris. He is set to leave the island today.



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Van der Sloot confesses. Charges to follow.

According to an AP report in USA today officials in Lima Peru will soon charge Joran van der Sloot, the Dutchman suspected in the 2005 disappearance of an American teen in Aruba, with the killing a young Peruvian woman in his Lima hotel room.

Peru's chief police spokesman, Col. Abel Gamarra, told reporters that van der Sloot admitted under questioning Monday that he killed Stephany Flores, 21, on May 30.



Seems he left her to get some coffee and got pissed that she went in his computer and looked up pics and docs on his Aruba case. He came back, and got in such a rage that he grabbed her by the neck and hit her, police speculate with a tennis racket found in the hotel room.

According to the paper, Flores was found beaten to death, her neck broken, in the 22-year-old Dutchman's hotel room. Police said the two met playing poker at a casino.

Van der Sloot remains the prime suspect in the 2005 disappearance of Alabama teen Natalee Holloway, then 18, on the Caribbean resort island of Aruba, where she was celebrating her high school graduation.

The 6-foot-3-tall van der Sloot had been held at Peruvian criminal police headquarters since arriving Saturday in a police convoy from Chile, where he was captured on Thursday

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Gyptian released from hospital after bike crash

Yesterday Gyptian crashed his bike to avoid a pedestrian and landed at Andrews Memorial Hospital where he nursed some cuts and bruises and also did an MRI scan for damage to his head.

The VP artist, whose song "Hold You" is on Billboard's Hot 100 posted this picture on his Facebook Page showing a bruise on his left shoulder and bandages on his right forearm.


He was released from the hospital last night. Hope he is doing well.

To vote for "Hold You" on BET's 106 & Park click HERE.

Carlene Davis wants to "party for Jesus" at Gospel Explosion 5 in Dominica

Gospel singer Carlene Davis is looking forward to ministering to loyal patrons at the 5th Annual Gospel Explosion on the Newtown Savanna tonight. No stranger to Dominica, Ms. Davis has visited the island at least six times all spaced out, "so each time I come it's like I've only just begun.

Of her performance tonight she says" I am hoping that lives will be changed, especially for the youngsters who are coming out. I hope that they would feel as if they accomplished something; that they know who they are; that they have purpose in their lives and that they can step out and fulfill that vision that's on their heart, that dream that's inside of them.

Speaking of the youth and the incorporating of Gospel in different genres like Dancehall and
Soca, she states "the way I look at it, with every region, every territory, God has given us something unique to work with. With each genre, whether RnB, Soca, Dancehall,Reggae-this is what God has given us, and there's nothing with the riddim, it's the message that makes the difference. so music is not immoral, its the message. So once they're declaring Christ is Lord, we're good to go.

She can't stop gushing about the green and lush Dominican vegetation, the relaxing atmosphere the friendly people. Luckily, she got a chance to take a break from media engagements and rehearsals to relax at screws spa. He reaction when stepping into the warm mineral pool? A fervent Glory! and Hallelujah!

Hopefully she is rested and ready to deliver a powerful and entertaining (remember she wants to "party for Jesus") ministry tonight. Lookout for a love-themed album from her in the near future.

Joining Carlene on stage will be fellow Jamaican Ordinary AKA Mr. Amen, Koen Duncan from Trinidad & Tobago, and from Dominica Brother's of Resistance, Michael Ferrol, Beyond and DJ Alfy.

T.O.K Records Tribute for Oneil Edwards of Voicemail

With the local entertainment fraternity still mourning the lost of Voice Mail member Oneil Edwards who died in hospital on May 26th while undergoing treatment Dancehall group T.O.K has poured all their emotions and memories of Oneil into a musical tribute entitled "See You Again" which celebrates his life as a recording artist.



The empowering tribute which comes on the heals of Oneil's Funeral Service which is slated for Saturday June 5, at Church On The Rock in Kingston is one of several currently in rotation on radio as fellow artists continue to express their sympathies musically to the man described by many as "Positive Role Model in Dancehall".

T.O.K member Craigy T who was present at the K.P.H Prayer Vigil which was organized by Sharon Burke of Solid Agency and fellow entertainer Mr. Vegas in the "See You Again" tribute sings "You know seh is not even a sadness thing, cause mi kno mi muss see you again mi nuh worry at all".




The funeral service for Oneil Edwards is scheduled for 10:00 am at the Church on the Rock, Clifton Avenue, Kingston 8 and the body will be interred at Meadowrest.

Oneil Edwards is survived by his Mother Lisa Brown, Father Rupert Edwards, Daughter Nehalis Edwards and other family and friends.

RIP Oneil Edwards of Voicemail

Oneil Edwards, of popular Reggae/Dancehall/Pop group Voicemail, succumbed to his injuries sustained in a shooting in front his home on Monday May 10th. He was shot in his chest abdomen and head, and had severe swelling of his brain. He also lost a thumb in the incident.

Many Jamaican artists such as Beenie Man, Mr. Vegas, Tifa, Alaine and Natalie Storm, congregated in HalfWay Tree, hours after the shooting, to pray and share words of comfort and encouragement, while decrying gun violence.


His group Voicemail has released one of the songs from their upcoming album in his honor. The song called "One Life To Live" was recorded six months ago it was one of the tracks on their upcoming album Next Level.

Voicemail: Oneil, Kevin and Craig

You can visit Voicemail at myspace.com/voicemailgroup
You can make a Paypal donation to voicemailgroup@yahoo.com.

RIP Oneil....this is truly a great loss..cause you were all about positivity and living life to the fullest. I am glad I got to meet you at the EMEs this year..you were very pleasant.

Video coverage of unrest in Kingston Jamaica

This was a very thorough report done by CVM news highlighting how the exchange of gunfire between police and supporters of Christopher "Dudus" Coke is affecting various parts of Jamaican society: the homeless, medical personnel, Air Jamaica flights, residents of Tivoli Gardens, etc


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To keep up with events in Jamaica log on to
Jamaicaobserver.com
Jamaicagleaner.com
CVMTV.com

Security forces move on Tivoli Gardens

HEAVY explosions are ringing out in West Kingston as a large contingent of police and soldiers have converged on the volatile community of Tivoli Gardens in an effort to bring in reputed don, Christopher 'Dudus' Coke.


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Plumes of smoke can also be seen rising from the area.



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Until now the security forces have taken a soft-handed approach even in the face of constant attacks by gunmen which resulted in the deaths of two cops and the injury of six others.

The cops were attacked as they attempted to clear a roadblock at Mountain View Avenue.

Stung by the deaths of their colleagues lawmen have launched on offensive on Tivoli Gardens, Coke's stomping ground and the power base of Prime Minister Bruce Golding's West Kingston constituency.

There were also reports that the violence had spread to sections of a community known as 'Southside' near to the Kingston Central Police station. Jamaica Defence Force soldiers and police have been deployed to that area to quell the disturbance.

Gunmen and police were also engaged in a running gunbattle in the Central Kingston community of Woodford Park.

So far there are no reports of injuries.

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Calabash Festival back for 10th staging

The annual Calabash International Literary Festival is back for it’s 10th staging this year and will take place from May 28th – 30th 2010 in Treasure Beach St Elizabeth. The 10th anniversary edition will have authors, writers and performers from all over the globe and another great festival is expected.


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he Calabash Festival states that “the mission of the Calabash International Literary Festival Trust is to transform the literary arts in the Caribbean by being the region’s best-managed producer of workshops, seminars and performances.”




For more information on the Calabash International Literary Festival including a full schedule of events over the three days it is being held, author profiles, accommodation suggestion and much more visit the Calabash International Literary Festival website at calabashfestival.org

Martinque, Dominica and St. Kitts voted top three "Best Caribbean Destinations"

Martinique was the runaway winner in the recent "Best Caribbean Destination” poll conducted by About.com’s Caribbean Travel site (gocaribbean.about.com).


The Isle of Flowers was the preferred choice of 38% of the 3,800 voters, out-pacing second place finishers Dominica and St. Kitts & Nevis, each with 26% of the vote. Among the seven other finalists placing even further behind Martinique were such notables as Jamaica, the Cayman Islands, the Mexican Caribbean (Cancun, Cozumel, etc.), Costa Rica, Antigua & Barbuda and St. Maarten/St. Martin.


About Martinique (www.martinique.org)
About Dominica (www.dominica.dm)
About St. Kitts (stkittstourism.kn)


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Busy Signal launches Turf Gear T-shirt Line

Dancehall artist Reanno Gordon popularly known as Busy Signal has launched a t-shirt line called Busy Signal Turf Gear.




According to the Busy Signal Turf Gear facebook page:

“Busy Signal Turf Gear is authentic Jamaican street gear with world class style. The brand embodies Jamaica attitude, creativity and confidence with an international twist; delivering a fresh spin on urban apparel.”





Already available at local Jamaican stores like Shimmer, and Intuition, Busy Signal Turf Gear will soon be available in Germany, Sweden and Barbados.

Log on to their Facebook page to find out where else it will be available.

You can find the Busy Signal Turf Gear in Jamaica at SHIMMER, INTUITION in Kingston and SHIMMER in Montego Bay. The gear will soon find its way to outlets in Germany, Sweden, and Barbados.

Shivaughn Johnson wins face of Shabeau Dominica

Ms Shivaughn Johnson won the title of Face of Shabeau Dominica. She receives a one year contract with 3M Production, as the Face of Shabeau Dominica, she will be make multiple media appearances and have multiple nationally run AD Campaigns.






She will move to Barbados to compete in the finals and compete against winners from other islands on June 28th for the title of Face of Shabeau as well as well as the opportunity to become a TV personality on The Caribbean Channel and a management contract with Trump Model Management Agency in New York.




Ms Shivaughn Johnson poses with Gholda James (1st Runner up) and Sharma St. Hilaire (2nd runner up).

To see the other contestants in the Dominica leg of the event click HERE!

Mr. Vegas donates JA$350,000.00 To Martha's Home

With at JA$35,000.00 donation to Martha's House, Mr. Vegas is definitely putting his money where his mouth is. The Mustard Seed Communities home on North Street in Kingston housed children affected by HIV/AIDS. In March of 2009it was destroyed by fire and they had to relocate to Spanish Town.



Vegas issued a recent statement,

"I went to the first home a few years ago and I was so disheartened and touched by the living situation there and the cheerful spirit of these kids amidst all their trials, that I had to come back and follow up with them and donate money to assist. these are kids who are affected by HIV/Aids and though the new home is almost complete, there are other things that they need and supplies always cost money. Sometimes when we go about our daily lives we forget how blessed we are and complain about the smallest of things and there are others out there in more unfortunate circumstances. Let's not continue to turn a blind eye to our neighbor, but help them in any way we can,"

Many organisations, business entities and individuals have made contributions to Martha'sHome. I am very proud to say that Leah Marville, who was featured in our 20 Questions-Stars on the Rise Feature, also contributed financially to the organisation through her charity The Love Campaign

Insensitive Cartoons adding salt to wounds of shot artist

OK Clovis we get it already...you think that violent lyrics in Dancehall are directly reponsible for crime and now its coming back to bite the artists that spew them. But dang how many times this week are you gonna try to force this view down the throat of everyone that visits your papers site??? One for each artist that gets shot????

Here is the most recent carton, showing Oneil Edwards (of Voicemail) and Mad Cobra in a hospital bed, being chided for not going to church. So I guess being a member of a church means that crime in Jamaica would be reduced ...like seriously???? Do you know how much crime is done in the name of religion??? But that is another post....


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This cartoon below was the first one which was done this week that addressed violence against artists in Dancehall. The thing is Oneil Edwards does not spew violence in his music so the timing was a bit off. Ok so Mad Cobra gets shot up and now a producer from Arms House records is shot, here comes another cartoon (above).


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I think it is more than insesitive. Even if it was Vybz Kartel that got shot up, it is still wrong.