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From: 18 Karat Reggae.com— Sizzla and Damian Marley Reggae fans are never pleased when the LGBTQ community has forced promoters to cancel entire reggae shows or remove certain artists from the show. This time, however, it is more hurtful because the company in charge of the show that has canceled Sizzla’s appearance is actually owned by fellow reggae artist and Rasta, Damian Marley. Sizzla was scheduled to appear on Reggae on the River 2019 but after pressure from the homosexual community, … Read entire article »

By Kevin Jackson—Observer writer— On their seventh attempt, veteran British band Steel Pulse has topped the Billboard Reggae Albums Chart. The group is number one with Mass Manipulation, which was released on May 17 by Rootfire Cooperative/Wiseman Doctrine. Steel Pulse Mass Manipulation is their first album since 2004’s African Holocaust which peaked at number nine. The group also charted with Vex (number seven in 1994), Rage and Fury (number four in 1997), Rastanthology (number 10 in 1998), Ultimate Collection(number 14 in 2000) and Living Legacy (number 11 in 2000). Shaggy’s Wah Gwaan? holds … Read entire article »

By Sashana Small – STAR Writer— o Members of the Chinese business community said they are terrified of what they describe as a targeted attack on their businesses by criminals. This follows Sunday morning’s robbery at a Chinese-owned wholesale in May Pen, Clarendon. A video that has been circulating on social media showed heavily armed gunmen engaging policemen in a shoot-out, while taking the owners as hostages. Kevin* was in his wholesale in Cross Roads, Kingston, talking to his cousin, … Read entire article »

Popular political historian and Gleaner columnist Martin Henry, died Tuesday night after he collapsed minutes after an interview at the TVJstudios on Lyndhurst Road. Henry was invited to speak on the life of the late Edward Seaga, who passed away earlier on Tuesday. Shortly after TVJ’s news segment wrapped up, news began circulating that Henry had collapsed shortly after leaving the studio. Edward Seaga He was rushed to the Medical Associates Hospital where he was pronounced dead. Martin, who was a Gleaner columnist for more … Read entire article »

By Shereita Grizzle – Staff Reporter— Gage— Male entertainers and their seeming lack of respect for women, has long been a hot topic on the music scene. The lyrics of certain songs within the dancehall space have come under the scrutiny for what many have described as the degradation of the fairer sex. But the conversation of respect or the lack thereof, has gone beyond lyrical content in recent times. As male artistes continue to push the … Read entire article »

By Hopeton Bucknor/Gleaner Writer—- F A major police investigation is under way into the theft of 19 firearms and numerous rounds of assorted ammunition from a security company in Montego Bay, St James, one of three western parishes now under a state of public emergency. It is understood that the Firearm Licensing Authority (FLA) is also part of the probe. However, its CEO, Shane Dalling, could not be reached yesterday to detail the involvement of the agency. Police investigators … Read entire article »

Buju Banton— Earlier this year, iconic reggae entertainer, Buju Banton, announced the launch of his foundation aimed at providing support to the nation’s youth that are in need. Buju Banton affirmed then, “I know what it is for a child to go without basic necessities. I also know what it is to be a youth with big dreams and lots of determination but unfortunately, daunted and unable to achieve your destiny due to lack of a helping … Read entire article »