Bunny Wailer has been hospitalized. He was admitted to a Kingston facility last Monday, suffering from complications related to a stroke he suffered in October 2018. “He will be released once he’s stabilized,” as per his manager, Maxine Stowe. The 73-year-old has been to Cuba for treatment and has continued his rehabilitation in Jamaica. The…
Causion Undergoes Medical Treatment and Launches ‘Thank You’ Campaign To Assist With Medical Expenses Antigua & Barbuda’s Reggae Ambassador Causion has been diagnosed with Stage 3 colon cancer. The diagnosis came seven days after he was rushed to emergency surgery on November 19th in Palm Beach, Florida. “I can’t express what I was feeling at the…
English singer and songwriter Ali Campbell who was the lead singer and a member of the English reggae band UB40, is working on a new UB40 biopic detailing their highs and lows. The singer has revealed he’s teaming up with ‘Quadrophenia’ producer Bill Curbishley on a UB40 biopic. He has promised not to leave no…
We are saddened to learn of the passing of Robert Dixon, aka Bobby Digital. Bobby was a Jamaican reggae and dancehall music producer who made lasting contributions to the music industry. He was one of the first Jamaican producers to experiment with digital rhythms in the 1980s. He worked with artists like Cocoa Tea, Garnett…
In an interview with a British online newspaper, Shaggy indicated that he wants to see the culture move forward. He further stated that at the moment, that isn’t happening, and he says check the numbers. While dancehall may seem to have more stars and global acceptance, the Diamond selling musician explains that folks shouldn’t get…
Protoje’s Major Deal The Jamaican singer Protoje announced a new deal with RCA on Monday. The major will throw its weight behind Protoje’s label In.Digg.Nation, supporting the singer’s music along with that of two other artists he has signed, Sevana and Lila Iké. Protoje is the latest Jamaican act to reach a deal with a…
Veteran Personality Gil Bailey Dies from COVID – 19 Veteran Broadcaster and Radio personality, Gil Bailey, OD died in New York this morning (April 13, 2020). His death was a result of the coronavirus, multiple sources have confirmed. The Jamaican Government awarded Bailey the Order of Distinction. He is credited with paving the way for…
The deejay will appear in court this morning at 9 a.m. to hear the final verdict. It has been a long-awaited decision for the dancehall star who stood trial for 17-weeks. After being convicted in 2014 to life imprisonment, the deejay contested the decision in the Court of Appeal.
The co-writer of Bob Marley’s classic hits I Shot The Sheriff and Get Up, Stand Up, has raised funds to stay in the home where they made the songs after she was threatened with repossession of the property. Esther Anderson, 76, is a film director and activist who has lived in her flat on Cheyne Row, Chelsea, since…
Jamaican Dancehall legend and cast member of Atlanta Love & Hip Hop, Spice will be honored with the official title “Queen of Dancehall” during the 28th rendition of Reggae Sumfest 2020 that will take place from June 16-20 in Montego Bay, Jamaica. She said “MAN! For years and years, I’ve worked my a** off to…
Soul II Soul honored at Music Walk of Fame in Camden, London. Soul II Soul was the fourth act to receive the accolade, with fans flocking to celebrate the achievement with them. Previous entertainers to receive this accolade were the Who, Madness, and Amy Winehouse. Jazzie B of Soul II Soul’s real name is Trevor…
US Streaming Catapulted In 2019. It is now larger than the entire US-based recorded music market in 2017.
The word in the music industry is that American singer, rapper, songwriter, record producer, fashion designer, and entrepreneur, Pharrell Williams, and reggae recording artist Buju Banton might have some music on the way.
