In this file photo taken on August 2, 2019, former world heavyweight champion Mike Tyson attends the Mike Tyson Celebrity Golf Tournament in support of Standing United in Dana Point, California.(Photo: AFP)— NEW YORK, United States (AFP)— A woman in New York state has filed a civil suit against Mike Tyson, accusing the former boxing champion of raping her in a limousine in the early 1990s, according to court filings. The woman, who asked the court to … Read entire article »

(FILES) In this file photo taken on September 13, 2021, Canadian singer and songwriter Justin Bieber arrives for the 2021 Met Gala at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York. – Bieber has sold his shares of his music publishing and recording catalog to the Blackstone-backed Hipgnosis Songs Capital, Hipgnosis said on January 24, 2023. The sale — which reportedly is valued at more than $200 million — has been rumored for weeks, with … Read entire article »

International entertainer Shinehead kicked off his new year of music milestones with an unexpected viral moment! Shared thousands of times, the wildly diverse artist’s “Yesterday’s Price” video clip has caused quite a stir on the Internet.Here’s how it started. The frenzy spawns from an impromptu video clip of Shinehead freestyling alongside Anthony B, a special guest on Born Fire Music’s weekly “Positive Friday” IG live broadcast. As fate has it, Shinehead just wrapped a dynamic … Read entire article »

By Howard Campbell/Observer writer— Luther McKenzie From his childhood in Portland, Luther McKenzie had a wandering mind and a desire to express his thoughts through writing. That trait grew as an adult, resulting in him penning a number of unreleased screenplays. It took an extended break due to COVID-19 for him to produce his first book. Titled The Singing Village, it was released last August on Amazon. Known as “Luther Mack”, McKenzie made his name in the music business as … Read entire article »

By Kevin Jackson/Observer writer— Omi Cheerleader, the massive hit single by singer OMI, was in December certified quadruple platinum for sales and streaming equivalent of 1.2 million units in Germany. The announcement was made by the Bundesverband Musikindustrie (Federal Music Industry Association), or BVMI, which is responsible for such certifications in Germany. When the Jamaica Observer caught up with OMI on Friday, he was happy with Cheerleader‘s latest accolade. “Thanks to all the fans who’ve made all of this absolutely possible. The OMI … Read entire article »

Copies of the new book by Prince Harry called “Spare” are displayed at Sherman’s book store in Freeport, Maine, Tuesday, Jan. 10, 2023. Prince Harry’s memoir provides a varied portrait of the Duke of Sussex and the royal family. (AP Photo/Robert F. Bukaty) NEW YORK (AP) — Prince Harry’s “Spare” sold more than 3.2 million copies worldwide after just one week of publication and will likely rank among the bestselling memoirs of all time. Penguin Random House … Read entire article »

Minister of Tourism, Edmund Bartlett, addresses the recent launch of the Agricultural Suppliers Food Safety Manual at Devon House in St Andrew. (Photo: JIS)— Jamaica is now the leading destination in the Caribbean for UK travelers, with 2022 visitor arrivals surpassing previous records. “We are very happy that Jamaica is the top Caribbean destination of choice for travelers from the UK and would like to thank all our industry partners for their continuous support and faith in … Read entire article »

By Brian Bonitto/Observer writer— Monte Blake MONTE Blake of legendary sound system Merritone is thanking well-wishers for their support during his recent health challenge. “As many of you know about four weeks ago, I had a stroke. I am fortunate to be alive and thankful for my team of caregivers, nurses, and therapists and support of my friends who have me on the road to recovery. I know it has been challenging to get through to me. Between … Read entire article »