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Levels To Life Productions Bask In Success Of Recent...

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2025/04/01

When Levels To Life Productions made its debut on the Dancehall scene, the label had an aim to be one of the industry’s most sought after recording imprints and is today basking in the success of their recent releases. Spearheaded by Romario Henry and Donald Barnett, the two have established an algorithm by which each …

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Usain Bolt’s Father Died

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2025/03/31

Usain Bolt’s father, Wellesley Bolt, passed away on Monday at the age of 68. According to reports from the Jamaica Observer, he passed away on March 31 after struggling with a lengthy illness. The details surrounding Bolt’s father’s death is yet to be disclosed. Bolt is also yet to release an official statement on the …

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Mr. Vegas Says 3rd Term Imminent for JLP: Makes...

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2025/03/31

Mr. Vegas spoke at the Jamaica Labour Party’s (JLP) St. James Central Workers Conference on Sunday, invigorating party members with a resounding speech in support of a third term for the JLP. During his first official speech on a JLP platform, Mr. Vegas said he’s not speaking as an artiste but as a patriotic citizen …

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WATCH: Vybz Kartel, Spice Performance in The Bahamas...

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2025/03/30

Vybz Kartel took to the stage in Nassau, Bahamas for the first time in over a decade for the much anticipated concert titled ‘The Evolution Kartel & Friends Concert’ over the weekend. One of the high-point of the show which was staged inside Clifford Park was when queen of the Dancehall, Spice took to the …

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Cardi B Lashes Out at Offset for Ruining Her...

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2025/03/29

In a video clip that started circulating on Saturday, Cardi B called out her estranged husband Offset, describing him as suicidal. Cardi B filed for divorce from Offset in 2024, and the rappers have not yet finalised the terms of their divorce. Since their separation last year, both have lashed out online, and in the …

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Eddy G Bomba Takes Aim at RajahWild, Najeeriii and...

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2025/03/29

After previewing a diss song aimed at RajahWild recently, fast rising Dancehall artiste Eddy G Bomba dropped ‘Wrong Man’ on Friday, a song in which the deejay slanders not just the sinful deejay but also at least two other fellow Dancehall artistes. ‘Wrong Man’ is a grimy gunman song in which Eddy G Bomba sings …

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Sean Placed on House Arrest, Mama Kingston Remanded...

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2025/03/29

Despite pleading their innocence since being arrested in 2024, Rapper Sean Kingston and his mother, Janice Turner, were found guilty on all counts in their federal wire fraud trial in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, on Friday. As per reports, the jury reached its verdict after a few hours of deliberation, convicting the pair of defrauding multiple …

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Sean Paul Reveals Why He Disrespected TikToker Over...

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2025/03/28

After 876DNA founder Terron Dewar revealed in January that a famous entertainer and sports star recently found out that they were raising illegitimate children, ‘jacket’, rumours began circulating about whom the high-profile Jamaicans are. A TikToker known as 119 made the assumption that the entertainer in question was Sean Paul, which led to a verbal …

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Reggae Boy Michail Antonio Celebrates 35th Birthday:...

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2025/03/28

Reggae Boyz forward player Michail Antonio who lives in the UK turned 35 years old on Friday, February 28 and according to the West Ham player, he has a lot to be thankful for this time around, given that he was involved in a severe accident in late 2024. As per Antonio, he has not …

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How Exotic Weed Strains May Help with Pre-Game Nerves...

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2025/03/27

Athletes, performers, and even casual competitors often experience pre-game nerves and performance anxiety. The pressure to perform well, fear of failure, and adrenaline spikes can impact focus, coordination, and overall mental state. While traditional remedies like meditation, breathing exercises, and beta-blockers have been used to combat performance anxiety, some are now turning to exotic weed …

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Sean Kingston and Mother ‘Hold on to Bible’ as...

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2025/03/27

Sean Kingston who is 35 years old and his mother, Janice Turner who is 61 years old, are currently on trial for allegedly defrauding individuals and businesses out of goods and services worth over $1 million. Wednesday was day three of the trial, so far, jurors have heard testimony from witnesses, including Ariel Mateos, who …

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Guess Which Reggae Artiste This Is?

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2025/03/27

A native of St. Andrew, Jamaica, this artiste had an interesting upbringing with a Christian mother and a Rastafarian father. Like many Jamaican artistes, he grew up singing in church but he was also influenced by his father’s parties. Despite his parents’ different religious beliefs, both saw his potential, and the artiste began honing his …

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How Skill-Based Games Are Shaping the Online Gaming...

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2025/03/27

Roll a dice and you’ll win—isn’t that how people win in online gaming? Luck-based elements like loot boxes and slot machines have long been common in online games. However, they rip players of control. They make them subject to the whims of fate. That has totally changed now. Skill-based games, where mental acuity and strategy …

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Minister ‘Babsy’ Grange ‘Played a Part’ in Dancehall...

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2025/03/23

Bounty Killer is the latest Dancehall figure to regain a USA visa after going over a decade without being able to travel to the states. Just like how questions are being asked about why the visas of the Dancehallers were taken, questions are also being asked why exactly are they being reinstated one after the …

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Queen Ifrica Criticises Vybz Kartel and “Begging”...

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2025/03/23

In a video that surfaced online on Saturday, Queen Ifrica criticised several of her fellow Jamaican artistes for aiding in the deterioration of Jamaican culture. In her video, Ifrica said people from the inner city are being used as guinea pigs for the system and questioned how long it would remain that way. The frustrated …

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Jamaica vs. Saint Vincent and the Grenadines Match...

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2025/03/22

The Reggae Boyz almost suffered a historical loss to Caribbean opposition Saint Vincent and the Grenadines Friday night in the 2025 Concacaf Gold Cup Prelims. Saint Vincent and the Grenadines went ahead in the 64th minute, scoring against Blake in goal, after a well excited counter attacking play. The Reggae Boyz came close to equalizing …

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Rast Dias aka UppsBoss Looking to Make A Mark with...

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2025/03/22

Press Release – Reggae Dancehall artiste Rast Dias, affectionately known as UppsBoss has unleashed his latest musical work, the “MASH ROAD” EP. This 6-track project is a testament to Rast Dias’ innovative style, seamlessly blending vibrant rhythms with bold, unapologetic storytelling. Born Adrian Dalando Dias in Mt. Pleasant, Hanover, Jamaica, Rast Dias’ musical journey began …

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1SkiMask Changes Name To “1Ski OG”, Makes His...

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2025/03/21

In 2024, Dancehall Artiste 1SkiMask made headlines when it was announced that he secured his first International record deal. Joining the Against Da Grain Entertainment/Epic Records roster, many sent thoughtful and positive comments the Deejay’s way, building anticipation for his official debut on the big stage. Since then, he has been working on new music, …

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Sean Paul’s Billboard Topping Hit ‘Temperature’ 20th...

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2025/03/21

At Dancehall’s height in popularity in the ’90s and early 2000s, Jamaican artistes like Sean Paul left an unforgettable mark on the genre, creating chart-topping hits that highlight and transcend Caribbean culture. One such song is the artiste’s song Temperature, which celebrates its 20th anniversary this year. Temperature was released in 2005 on Sean Paul’s …

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Asafa, Alyshia Miller-Powell Announce Pregnancy

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2025/03/21

Alyshia Miller-Powell, the wife of retired Jamaican sprinter and former world record holder Asafa Powell took to social media on Thursday to share a video of herself and Asafa’s reaction to her pregnancy test results. The popular Jamaican couple who celebrated their 6th wedding anniversary in February is visibly happy about the situation, however, Alyshia …

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