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  • HEAR THIS: Rodney Price “The Message”

    Madhouse Pon Them Case Again… The Link Seal And The Link Real

    Last week Madhouse fired a warning shot that got the whole dancehall diaspora buzzing. The tune was called “Stronger” by Cham featuring Mykal “Grammy” Roze and it’s a Certified Boomshot. (more…)

  • Mr. Vegas Shells Down Boston

    The Original Gallis Drops Hits Pon Top Of Hits

    Quiet as it’s kept, Mr. Vegas is on a roll right now. From his “Boy Shorts” remix with Teairra Mari to his unofficial remix of Chris Brown’s “Deuces” (which sounds harder than the official one), Mr. Die-Do is in the zone. Earlier this month Vegas passed through a radio showcase for Boston’s Hot 97, where his “Gallis” tune from last year is picking up some spins. But this set was for the true heads. “Nike Air,” “Heads High,” “Pull Up,” “She’s A Ho,” “Hot Wuk”… Catalog, me say. And the man works the stage like a true veteran entertainer. Yes Vegas, yuh Bless fe real!

  • WATCH THIS: Denyque “Hooked On Me”

    And Who Could Resist When She Gives You Like This?

    When Denyque Dontré calls herself a “Supergirl,” please don’t think she’s conceited. (more…)

  • WATCH THIS: Barrington Levy Live in NYC

    Tell Them Already Have To Tell Them Again, Him A Murrrrdera!


    This year’s Hot 97 On Da Reggae Tip showcase was all about singers: From Gyptian, the man with the big tune of the moment, to the young veteran Mr. Vegas, to a surging Serani, the Alliance’s top pop threat. But when it comes to legendary dancehall singers, Barrington Levy has few living rivals. (more…)

  • WATCH THIS: Spragga Benz, Jazmine Sullivan & Stephen Marley “Stay The Same”

    Spragga Benz and Family Remember Carlyle R.I.P. 8/23/08

    On the second anniversary of his son’s tragic murder, Spragga the Benz issued the following statement: “Us the Family and Friends of Carlton Kimani Grant aka Carlyle, do sincerely appreciate all the Love and Generous Support that was afforded Us during our time of great grief and sorrow.

    Being that the situation is of such that always stays and is universal, we do share our Love and Strength with others experiencing similar pain of loss at this time… The journey continues,the joy is less but still giving thanks for the time spent which makes us know we are blessed…”

    And speaking of blessings, in comes a brand new musical blessing called “Stays The Same” featuring Jazmin and Ragga—something new from Spragga’s long-awaited magnum opus Shotta Culture. Run The Track…

  • HEAR THIS: Circus Riddim Jugglin’

    2Hard Productions And DJ Engine Room Present A Three-Ring Megamix


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    @MisterHarding previewed the latest 2Hard riddim last week, and this one bangs a little harder and faster than the City Life. Clocking in at 112 bpm, the Circus is packed with big-top names—Sean Paul, Elephant Man, Beenie Man, and Serani all take a turn at the mic—but don’t sleep on newcomers like and Chan Dizzy the delightful miss Denyque (aka Superwoman). (more…)

  • WATCH THIS: Gappy Ranks “Put The Stereo On”

    Big Bad UK Deejay Takes It Back To The Foundation

    Gappy Ranks has been making waves since his song on the Soul Rebel riddim, “Heaven In Your Eyes,”
    made a big splash on the Peckings label. (more…)

  • WATCH THIS: Khago Live at Sumfest

    It’s His First Time Ever On Dancehall Night, And Khago Blazes It Up

    We’re definitely feeling this conscious young DJ named Khago (short for Chicago) who made big noise on his first ever Sumfest Dancehall Night with a Certified Boomshot called “Nah Sell Out Me Friend Dem.”  His heartfelt song about loyalty has become a street anthem. (more…)

  • WATCH THIS: Tarrus Riley “Protect The People”

    Singy Singy Takes It To The Streets Of Kingston Like Wildfire

    Here’s the latest rootical selection from the only Tarrus weh sing. Don’t watch the stray shot, Mr. Riley’s coming with strictly Boomshot. Squeeze off…

  • Lincoln Sugar Minott: Respect The Architect

    Who Do You Think Built This Dancehall Style?

    Water’s pouring down in Montego Bay just a few hours before the start of Dancehall Night at Reggae Sumfest 2010. But I can’t tell if it’s rain from the skies or tears from my eyes. (more…)

  • HEAR THIS: Pusha T “Dearly Beloved”

    Rap Star Sends Special Request To Dudus & The Whole Shower Posse

    Pusha T flips Jay-Z’s “Where I’m From” beat to big up Prezi. As the G.O.O.D. man said, “Rap ain’t been this hard since ‘Hit Em Up.’” Run that…

  • Edward Seaga Speaks On Jamaica’s Crisis

    Half the story has never been told…

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