Vybz Kartel, a prominent figure in Dancehall music, has long advocated for the genre to receive its own category at the Grammy Awards. In a recent interview, he emphasized that while Reggae serves as the foundational genre of Jamaica’s music legacy, Dancehall has evolved distinctly and merits separate recognition.
Accuser Drops Rape Lawsuit Against Jay-Z And Sean Diddy Combs
A lawsuit against Sean “Diddy” Combs and Jay-Z, which alleged the rape of a 13-year-old girl in 2000, has been dismissed, according to a legal filing submitted on Friday in New York.
Jury in A$AP Rocky’s Felony Assault Trial To Start Deliberations Next Week
Jurors in the felony assault trial of A$AP Rocky got the case late Friday after a prosecutor told them in his closing argument that they must set aside their feelings for the hip-hop star, his singing superstar wife Rihanna, and their small children.
Who’s Faster? Noah Lyles, Tyreek Hill To Race
Olympic 100 metres champion Noah Lyles will race NFL wide receiver Tyreek Hill after months of public jabs, the eight-time Pro Bowler confirmed on social media.
Doug E. Fresh Among Keynote Speakers At Upcoming IMC
Organisers of Island Music Conference, IMC, have announced that rapper & record producer Doug E. Fresh will be among the keynote speakers for the third staging of the event.
GG To Resume Official Duties Next Monday
Governor General Sir Patrick Allen will resume his official duties on Monday February 17.
TikTok Returns To Apple, Google App Stores
Apple’s App Store and the Google Play store have restored TikTok for U.S. users as of Thursday, after the companies had removed it on Jan. 19.
Selena Gomez And Benny Blanco To Release Collaborative Album, ‘I Said I Love You First’
Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco are set to release their first collaborative album, “I Said I Love You First.”
Drake Moves On from Kendrick Beef With ‘Gimme a Hug’
Drake is moving on from his rap beef with Kendrick.
Hansle Parchment Among Stand-Out Jamaican Athletes Listed To Compete In Kingston Leg Of GST
Former Olympic champion Hansle Parchment is among a group of marquee Jamaican athletes unveiled as GST Challengers for the opening leg of the inaugural Grand Slam Track season which takes place in Kingston.