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Busy-Signal
Mar. 20.

BUSY SIGNAL SPLITS WITH MANAGER AFTER SIX YEARS

By DaveG4Genius | Posted in CARIBBEAN NEWS, CARIBBEAN ROUND UP, Celebrity, DANCEHALL, FEATURED ARTIST, MUSIC |
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After more than 6 years of working together, dancehall and reggae artist Glendale Gordon, more popularly known as Busy Signal, has reportedly parted ways with his manager Shane Brown, the record producer and CEO of Juke Boxx Records.

Busy Signal indicated that the parting was amicable, he told reporters, “Yeah, we parting ways in terms of management, and I just want it to be clear that we nuh have no bad vibes. Shane has been excellent over the years, we a link from since about 2007.”

He also said he wanted greater control over his career. According to Busy, he said there was never a contract and he did not opt out of one. (more…)

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Jan. 04.

Asfa Hits Number One

By DaveG4Genius | Posted in CARIBBEAN NEWS, CARIBBEAN ROUND UP, Celebrity, DANCEHALL, FEATURED ARTIST, MUSIC |
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Rising singer Asfa closed 2012 in fine style by taking over the number one position on the Jamaica Top 25 Reggae Chart. After nineteen weeks on the survey the artists debut single Not The Life has finally hit the peak signaling the arrival of a brand new star in the making.

The very focussed Asfa a product of the Dread Heights community is fast becoming a name to be noticed as the song is also present on the New York Top 30 at number 8 and the Holland Reggae Top 20 at number 2. Reggaediscography a website in Italy has described him as one of the finds of 2012 and similar praises are being sung by many in all quarters of the music industry.

 

The momentum gained by these turn of events according to sources close to the artists will carry the artist into the new year with a brand new single Vanity set for release and an album Journeying is being readied to come to the market by summer 2013 on his own imprint Jecoliah Entertainment Production. An EP titled Take A Look will however,  precede the albums release as a teaser as early as this month. In an online blog Asfa commenting on his achievement remarked “this is a great day in my life”.

 

Not The Life was produced by the artist along with Roger Grant and Patrick Dunn  of the production house 619 Entertainment and is also found on the bestselling compilation Question Riddim being distributed by VP Records. The artist in a special message thanks all radio jocks , journalist and onliine sites who have contributed to his rise thus far and promises to not disappoint the people who are showing interest in his growing career.

 

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Jan. 02.

Machel Mantano says “Don’t Judge me” (new Soca2013)

By DaveG4Genius | Posted in CARIBBEAN NEWS, Celebrity, DANCEHALL, FEATURED ARTIST, MUSIC, Soca |
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As we herald the arrival of the New Year we have a new song from Machel Montano titled “Don’t Judge Me”. This song, released a few hours before the start of 2013 is an interesting one because of the Soca star’s impending sentencing set for early January. Some may say that the genesis of this song is a result of the recent court case that he and a few of his band members lost in Trinidad.
Is it a cry for sympathy or just Machel doing a bit of public relations work before he appears in front of a judge for sentencing? Your guess is as good as mine and may not be worth anything as the final outcome is read out in court. What ever the outcome there will be those who support Machel and those who will not; I wish him well with the eventual outcome
Machel looks like he has taken a page from American singer Chris Brown who also released a song titled ‘Don’t Judge Me’ after his troubled affair with Pop sensation Rihanna. This song (done by Machel Montano) has a nice groovy pace and may be a song that you will absolutely like.
The song was written by Rubert Clarke and Machel with the production done by the Red Boyz (Bajan/Trini duo working out of Barbados). This song has a very nice and sympathetic feel to it and it may just make you think differently about Machel. Take a listen and feel the vibe of the song. This is a wicked one from Machel and De Redz Boyz!

Regardless of what you may think of Mr.Montano, just remember that everyone of us will make a mistake at some point in our lives. He is loved and disliked by many adoring and jealous fans but he remains the main draw for any Carnival or Soca show. So before you go and beat up on the man just keep mind that, just like you and me, he will make errors; we all do as some point in our lives. One should always be cognizant of that fact, and keep in mind, that to err is human but to forgive is divine. Happy New Year Everyone!

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Jun. 11.

Konshens Inks Deal With VP

By jr chemist | Posted in Celebrity, DANCEHALL, FEATURED ARTIST, MUSIC |
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Dancehall artiste Konshens has made a significant step in the right direction as far as his career is concerned.

His Subkonshus Music label has signed an exclusive deal with New York-based independent label VP Records, for the chart topping smash single Gal a Bubble.

In an interview with The Gleaner, Konshens stated that VP reached out to him with a golden opportunity.

“The song picked up steam in the US, after doing its rounds in Jamaica and the rest of the Caribbean. It grabbed VP’s attention and they reached out to me and presented a nice opportunity that was good for my career and for the success of the song, that’s basically how the deal came about,” Konshens said.

The Stop Sign artiste has been in demand by the reggae label, which has been closely monitoring the steady progress of his career and the professionalism of his management team which comprises Miguel ‘Kitten’ Noble and Aranthes Lewin.

The team has been able to break barriers in the promotion and marketing of Konshens’ recently released album Mental Maintenance.

Impressed with the success of the Gal a Bubble single, VP Records and Subkonshus Music hammered out a licensing and distribution deal which will be beneficial to both parties.

Gal a Bubble, which was produced by Subkonshus Music, has been successful in several markets outside of Jamaica, including the United States, the Caribbean and Europe. It has also topped several charts locally and overseas.

VP Records, arguably the largest independent record label for reggae and dancehall music, has played a major role in the international success of dancehall/reggae acts over the years, including Buju Banton, Beenie Man and Sean Paul through the label’s exclusive deals with Warner Music’s Atlantic Records and Virgin Music Canada.

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May. 29.

Ninja Man Speaks About Prison Lifestyle And Much More

By berlykim | Posted in DANCEHALL, FEATURED ARTIST, MUSIC |
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Veteran dancehall deejay Ninja Man talks about prison lifestyle, his legal matters, Buju Banton, Vybz Kartel, Bounty Killer, Elephant Man, Mavado, Busy Signal and more on Onstage Interview.

Ninja Man is also blaming the Jamaican government for the lengthy delay before he was granted bail. The veteran entertainer had this piece of advice for the nation’s youths.

Ninja Man is currently out on a $2 million bail after spending three years and a month at the Horizon Adult Remand Center. The veteran dancehall deejay and his son along with two others were slapped with the murder charge of a 20 year old Ricardo ‘Ricky Trooper’ Johnson in 2009.[youtube id="Enter video

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May. 10.

Fyahmel a.k.a Iyahmel featured artist

By jr chemist | Posted in FEATURED ARTIST |
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Fyahmel a.k.a iyahmel born in the parish of the great Paul Bogle which is the parish of St.Thomas in a small village called Llandewey on August 28 1983.
Music has always been a passion for me. I have always love music ever since primary School my fellow classmates and I usually have sound clashes.  We use to knock on the desktops for the riddims. My true talent was discovered by my grade 6 teacher, when one day we had just came back from our breaks and was singing the song after you finish having break. My teacher notice that I was singing the break song with a passion and invited me to be the lead singer for the Graduation Choir. After leaving High School in year 2000 I started writing and taking music more seriously and started  going to studios. But my journey towards the music did not reach the next level until 2004, when my talent was discovered by one of Gregory Isaac daughter, Samantha Issac. She invited me to do some recording in Kingston at Enrapture studio, where I was worked on my skills and collaborated with other artists.

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May. 02.

PUBLIK REPORT

By jr chemist | Posted in FEATURED ARTIST |
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PUBLIK REPORT (FORMERLY KNOWN AS SOUL4SOUL) were gifted at an early age with a strikingly artful understanding of the spiritual qualities of music. Born in the western region of Jamaica, Soul 4 Soul’s earliest musical memories were liturgical church hymns, which inspired the quartet to form an acapella vocal group with moralistic musical sensibilities.

The heavenly blend of ‘PUBLIK REPORTS’ soothing voices has attracted an ardent and devoted audience throughout Jamaica, placing the group among the most revered and promising new acts in the reggae industry today. The quartet has won Jamaica’s National Gospel Festival Competition several years in a row, and has been a constant and reliable entertainment franchise within Jamaica’s North-Coast tourist destinations.

PUBLIK REPORTS’s music has been featured on the most popular radio stations and music video programs in the West Indies, including RETV, Hype TV and Tempo, and the group has performed at the most prestigious cultural festivals and concerts throughout the Caribbean region, including Reggae Sumfest 2011, Peter Tosh’s Birthday Bash, Riding West, The Jamaica Jazz and Blues Festival, Western Consciousness, The Miss Jamaica World 2008 Pageant, The Jamaica Cultural Development Commission Festival Queen Competition, Tropicana Nyammins and Jammins Food Festival, Curry Fest and Mango Fest.

The quartet’s first single, titled “Ina Taxi,” showcased the group’s youthful energy, fun-loving spirit and adroit ensemble talent. A dancehall composition marketed for international audiences, “Ina Taxi” embodies the spirit of any urbane male enamored by the curious and charming window-silhouette of a beautiful woman riding in a taxi. This single remains today a remarkable display of PUBLIK REPORTS skillful vocals, cunning rap lyricism, emotive vocal harmony and light-hearted humor.

In 2011, PUBLIK REPORTS’s critical and professional acclaim has perched the group on the brink of international fame. Most recently, Soul 4 Soul recorded a Lovers Rock ballad, titled “Promise,” which was featured on reggae producer Barry O’Hare’s globally-renowned “Masterpiece Riddim” album. In addition, PUBLIK REPORT were featured on a historic collaboration – an energetic reggae rendition of the Marvin Gaye classic, “What’s Going On,” with lead vocals recorded by roots-reggae legend Freddie McGregor and group memeber ‘Nerry’ . With its brisk rhythm and paramount lyrical message, this collaboration  solidifies PUBLIK REPORTS’s reputation as a dedicated and artistically-proficient ensemble worthy of inclusion to the Reggae mainstream.

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Apr. 18.

GENIUS THE KING – FEATURED ARTIST

By jr chemist | Posted in FEATURED ARTIST |
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GENIUS THE KING - Hailing from the richest country, the U.S.A., from the richest state, Connecticut, The Rich Allegiance Entertainment presents Genius The King “The Rich Shotta.”

Genius The King represents the myriad of people of Caribbean decent that were either born in one of several Caribbean nations and emigrated to the United States as a youth or were born in the United States to the parents that are of Caribbean decent. “JAMERIKANS” stand up! Genius The King emigrated to the United States from Jamaica at the age of 9 and became a naturalized citizen in his late teens. Genius was born in Kingston and was raised between Franklin Town (aka Dunkyrk), Kingston and Pepper, St. Elizabeth. When he emigrated to the U.S., he landed in Brooklyn, New York to reside with his mother who had already been in the United States since he was approximately 1 year old. After living in Brooklyn for 2 years he moved to Bridgeport, Connecticut and has resided there ever since then. Genius The King became obsessed with music in his early teens while attending Central Magnet High School in Bridgeport. He started to write songs and recorded himself at home on his home stereo. He would then play the tapes for his friends who became his earliest fans. His musical talent was homed by clashing with other Jamaican artists in his age group and rappers when he was still in high school. Genius said that clashing was the best way to sharpen his lyrical skills in English and the Jamaican dialect. “The pressure of losing in front of a crowd of my peers, made me focused on the being wittiest lyricist I could be. It made me go hard and I will always go hard because of my day of clashing in the school yard as a youth.” After high school Genius’s life took a negative turn. At age 21, he was convicted of robbery in the first degree for robbing a bank for approximately $60,000. He was then placed under federal investigation for approximately 7 more bank robberies.

After serving approximately 5 ½ years for his robbery conviction, he was then released on parole. Genius knew that music was his calling, so he hit the studios hard and started to record at a break neck pace. Having matured during his incarceration where he mastered his skills as a lyricist, he wanted to become a career musician. His milestone achievement was coordinating the logistics to be featured on a Vybz Kartel record, on which he co-produced. As the saying goes “Old habits die hard” because within a year of being released on parole for bank robbery, Genius was rearrested and charged with conspiracy to commit robbery in the second degree for allegedly being the getaway driver in yet another bank robbery. Currently incarcerated and slated to be released this December, Genius who was in the process of being signed to Sony Records before his current incarceration, organized and created his own label MPBE Productions, LLC with the help of his manager Chrisy and his best friend Dynamo and has started to release the records in his the repertoire. The first of which will be the Vybz Kartel record titled “I Love You.” Genius has lived a very “colorful” life to say the least, up to this point and he is now poised to become one of the greatest lyrist reggae and the entire music world has ever known. Stay tuned!

“My goal is to introduce the world to the type of talent that is being produced from within the ranks of American wealth, power, and influence. I feel elated to be in the #1 country representing the elite generation that has broken the mold and continue to create a new mold comprised of the multitude of different traditions, cultures, and ethnicities coalesced into one New America. We’re the best. I once took the amount of opportunities available in America for granted because I became complacent amongst the status quo of enormous wealth. This led into a negative life and a negative attitude which led to perdition. Once I had a chance to take a step back a regroup, I began to embrace, respect, and utilize the enormous wealth and opportunity available to me as an American citizen. Now I am vying for the #1 spot in the #1 spot to be.” Genius The King  I Love You GK TAGG – Genius The King

“For he comes out of prison to be king, although he was born poor in his kingdom” 
Ecclesiastes 4:14

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Apr. 12.

JaSoul makes their marks

By jr chemist | Posted in FEATURED ARTIST |
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Its Jamaica’s 50th year of independence and Jamaican Soul more popularly known as JaSoul a group based in Montego Bay is determined to make their mark this year as their country celebrates its independence milestone.

Re-capping last year, the group made appearances performing for international and local guest at several hotels including Jazz In The Garden which featured international acts.

Their song ”Breathe” made number 1 on the Netherlands based Reggae-Vibes.com and has been climbing international charts with constant request. Since 2012 the Compilation which features their song ‘breathe’ produced by Kevin “Spyda” Brown of Citizen K production from California also went #1 on the Ricketts Records Urban Charts in New Jersey. The Riddim which features other acts such as Lakopo from Hawaii, Dakeye and Black Ice from the US seems to be a favorite internationally and continues to reap success.

Recently the group released a collaboration with F D B titled “The Girl is Mine” which is produced by Mistacj and has been getting rotation in Argentina and Mexico. In addition, a video was shot & released by the group. JaSoul states “The video was also used to enhance the energy of the song along with showing our fans a more laid back fun side of the group.The song wine for me is a fun dancehall flavored track. So we knew we had to do a fun video that matched the tone of the song. Well this video is very personal and close to us as it was shot and edited by a member of the group”

JaSoul is gearing up to take their show across the world, starting with several upcoming shows in the Caribbean, North America and is expecting to shoot more videos in the coming week amongst others.

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Mar. 24.

Philly’s own Hefla Nyah Sits On Top the Jamaican Charts

By RWI STAFF | Posted in CARIBBEAN NEWS, Celebrity, EVENTS, FEATURED ARTIST |
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Fast-rising reggae artiste, Hefla Nyah, has scored his first number one hit with his debut single, Take You There. The song was released late last year on the 619 Entertainment Group imprint and tops this week’s Jamaica Top 25 Reggae Singles Charts.

Hefla Nyah has made significant strides since the release of Take You There. The St Mary native was named Newcomer Of The Year for 2011 by Swiss website rastamusic.com. He is also slated to appear on The World’s End Music Festival in Austria in August of this year.

He is currently enjoying a major buzz with his second single titled Lose Control, featuring Natural Black. The busy young Rastafarian is also getting ready to drop an up-tempo tune titled Facebook. There are also plans afoot to shoot a supporting video for this track. The video will be directed and produced by Regulus Films out of Florida. The company has done work with several top hip hop stars like Lil’ Wayne, Rick Ross, Trick Daddy, and Plies.

The artist commenting on the upward trajectory that his career has taken says ” I am feeling straight joy and happiness but more than anything I feel blessed”. He also thanks his management team and the fans whom he says he will continue to “serve” with his talent for years to come.  

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