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  • HYPE TV Top 20: Number 1 Looks Good on Mavado

    Mr. Gal Criminal Holds On Strong to Number 1

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    Mavado has been having quite the busy weeks! With the release of his new single, new video with Snoop Dogg & Popcaan and his first performance on BET’s 106&Park last week, it’s no wonder he is still number one on the HYPE chart. His obvious dedication to his music has given fans a new reason to love him and enjoy his songs that much more. As he holds on steady at the number one spot, his competition keeps slowly moving down the list. Lets hope Mavado’s momentum keeps this positive flow going.  Check out the countdown after the jump!

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  • WATCH THIS: Mavado’s 106 & Park Swagg Check

    The Louis Vuitton King Tun Up Pon BET
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    Mavado hit up 106 & Park yesterday to discuss his work with DJ Khaled’s We The Best label, his upcoming singles and future plans for himself and his new artists. While there he premiered the new video for Papoose’s single, “Top of My Game,” featuring the Gully Gad himself. He also hit the stage for his first performance on 106 & Park and stuck around to judge Freestyle Friday. After hitting up 106, Mavado stopped by Swag Check. Video After The Jump… (more…)

  • HEAR THIS: Stephen “Di Genius” McGregor “Struggle”

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    Even with all his success Stephen still carries his torch for the down trodden with his latest cut “Struggle.” McGregor sings about the ever real trials and tribulations that ghetto youths face daily, be it finding food or even a place to lay their heads at night Stephen reminds us that even in the face of all adversity Jah has a plan.  Audio After The Jump… (more…)

  • DOWNLOAD: Splurt Zillionz “Global Bass Kulcha” Mixtape

    The Maddest Reggae, Dancehall, Dubstep, Jungle, Moombahton, Trap Mashup
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    According to his official website, Splurt Zillionz is “a respected scenester, recording artist, music producer, Youtube channel host, marketing/tech guru, and influential tastemaker.” He’s also a certified gadget addict and dancehall aficionado. More recently he added the title “Director of Alternative Internet Outreach for Major Lazer” to his resume. But as you’re about to hear, he knows how to hook up a wicked mixtape too. Check out Splurt’s uniquely outernational take on what he calls Global Bass Kulcha. Audio & Download Link After The Jump…

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  • Anthony B Arrested in Georgia on Ganja Charges

    The Artist Faces Tough State Laws
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    Last Sunday January 27, dancehall star Anthony B, born Keith Anthony Blair, was arrested and charged with possession of marijuana with intent to distribute. More Details After The Jump…  (more…)

  • WATCH THIS: Snoop Lion ft. Mavado & Popcaan “Lighters Up” Official Video

    East Side West Side Gully Side Gaza… Snoop Lion Sparks A One Love Jamdown
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    As a hip-hop O.G. Snoop lived through the East versus West rap wars, and witnessed the tragic events that resulted in the death of two great artists. In 2013 Snoop Lion’s older and wiser, so there’s a certain poetic justice that his song “Lighters Up” should end up bringing together artists from the Gully side and the Gaza in musical unity. Now the video has dropped and it looks like everybody had a good day blazing trees at Trident Castle in Port Antonio. They even invited the Tivoli Gardens marching band out to make a joyful noise. Looks like it was a good day. Video After The Jump…

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  • Reasoning with Dennis Emmanuel Brown

    The Crown Prince Would Have Turned 56 Today
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    The first of February marks the beginning of Black History Month and Reggae Month. It’s also the birthday of the late great Dennis Brown, known to reggae lovers as the Crown Prince. (If only because Bob Marley was the undisputed King, although Marley himself gave Dennis maximum respect.) The immortal voice that sang “Love and hate can never be friends…” and so many more classics was first cut on vinyl at Studio One. His first release was “No Man Is An Island,” which connected instantly and made him a child star. DBrown would go on to achieve international renown with his 1972 smash “Money In My Pocket,” which entered the UK pop charts. It was a British TV crew that shot the invaluable footage that follows, for their 1982 Channel 4 documentary Deep Roots Music—and yes this is the same interview sampled for the intro to the Damian Marley & Nas Boomshot “Land of Promise.” Check it out while you put one in the air for the Crown Prince.  Video After The Jump… (more…)

  • HEAR THIS: Mavado “Mr. Tek Weh Yu Gal”

    Gully Gad Turns Gal Criminal From Wha Day
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    David Constantine Brooks may have as many aliases as he’s got girls. We already knew about Singing Blacks, Gully Gad, Star Bwoy, Stulla, and Real McKoy and but on Mavado’s new tune he lets us know about a few new names: “Mr. Lover Lover,” “Hot Bwoy,” “Mr. Louis Vuitton King,” “Mr. Gal Criminal,” and of course there’s the title of this crazy new tune on Gutty Bling’s “Sneak Preview Riddim.” Fellas, you have been warned. Audio After The Jump…
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  • HEAR THIS: Konshens “Just A Dweet”

    Don’t Ask How He Does It, Just Be Glad He Does
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    Konshens is putting in way too much work to pay much attention to what the haters have to say. But he does have a little fun with them on his latest release, a wicked tune ob the big bad “Red Brick” riddim. “Dem siddung and count how much money me collect,” he rhymes. “Carry my name to obeah worker but it spell incorrect.” The ever-confident Sojah goes on to suggest that “if me even cough on a track it connect.” Luckily he hasn’t tested that theory yet. Audio After The Jump…

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  • Judge Orders Second Hearing Into Juror Misconduct In Buju Banton Case

    How Is This Trial Not A Mistrial?

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    Calling Buju Banton’s fight for freedom tough would be an understatement. His journey has been quite the roller-coaster ride since December 2009 when he was initially remanded on drug trafficking charges. The first trial led to a hung jury. Later he was convicted but his gun possession charges were dismissed. A whole new legal team was then hired and gun charges have been reintroduced. These are just a few of the many ups and downs The Banton has faced. Now, attention is focusing on whether the jury foreman violated the judge’s instructions by doing her own research on the case during the trial. The court has ordered a hearing to look into juror misconduct, inspiring hope for a new trial. Find Out Why After The Jump…

  • Lady Saw “Heels On” Live in Miami

    Muma Saw Gets The Fans Involved
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    When Lady Saw took the stage at the Reggae World Unity Fest in Miami the other day, all that talk about turning into a gospel artist went right out the window. Make no mistake, Saw will come to the Lord one day. But right now, she’s keeping it raw. When it was time to do her latest boomshot “Heels On,” Saw invited a couple from the crowd to show them how to get their groove on. Step one, lay the man on the stage. Step two, get into position. Step three, fling it dung. And don’t let Saw catch you slackin’, or she might have to show you how it’s done. Video After The Jump… (more…)

  • WATCH THIS: Noisey Jamaica “Popcaan”

    Snoop Lion’s Dancehall Series Turns Its Attention To The Hotskull
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    Today Noisey premiered the second episode in its dancehall series, Noisey Jamaica, executive produced by Snoop Lion. This time we meet Vybz Kartel protege Popcaan as he performs his hits, chills with Shabba Ranks, and walks us through Jamaican club culture and fashion. The rising star was most recently featured on “Lighters Up,” one of Snoop Lion’s new tracks off his reggae album, Reincarnated, and will make an appearance in the upcoming music video for the track! Video After The Jump…
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