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MR. VEGAS CALLS RAPPER DRAKE A “FAKE” FOR SAMPLING REGGAE ARTISTS WITHOUT GIVING THEM CREDIT!
By Sidney Madden—- Even though Drake‘s latest album Views is still dominating streaming and sales charts, one of his fellow artists is taking offense to Drizzy using dancehall records on the album without giving credit where it’s due. Mr. Vegas, one of dancehall’s most popular acts, vented his frustration with the Canandian rapper on Facebook on Monday (May 16). “Why did Drake link Beenie Man to on sing back that record if that’s the one he wanted? Or why let Beenie Man do something new?” asks Vegas. “So then I’m listening to the record further and at the end of the record when the record done, you can hear the record fin, Beenie Man doing the outro. So I’m like, Drake is rampaning my artists! You using my artists as intro men!” Vegas is referring … Read entire article »
Filed under: BREAKING NEWS, GUEST RUNDOWNS
MR. VEGAS RELEASES NEW SINGLE “IDENTIFY MY LOVE!”
Mr. Vegas– DANCEHALL artist Mr. Vegas said his new track, Identify My Love, is one that everyone can understand and sing along to. According to the sing-jay, the single — produced by him and Riva Nile Productions — was digitally released late last month and is available on iTunes. “It’s a song about rejection and I can relate to that. Sure, I have been rejected on many occasions, especially when I wasn’t famous. I still am a fool for love though so I’m in no position as yet to give advice of relationships,” said Mr. Vegas. An accompanying video for Identify My Love has also been released. Directed by video director Jay Will for Game Over films, Mr. Vegas said the video portrays everyday reality. The sing-jay said he’s giving his listeners an authentic dancehall … Read entire article »
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LT. STITCHIE EXPECTS BOUNTY KILLER AND MR. VEGAS TO BE THE NEXT “SERVANTS OF GOD!”
Jamaican Gospel artist Stitchie– While gospel artist Stitchie is rejoicing that Lady Saw is now a “new servant of the Lord”, the DJ is expecting more secular artists to trade dancehall for the cross. Speaking with The STAR yesterday, Stitchie named two big dancehall acts that he expects to give their lives to God in the near future. “Mr. Vegas is next. His heart is in that place you know so mi nah stop pray. And then Bounty Killer.” Stitchie declared. Stichie referred to his gospel track “Fast And Pray” as he stated that he has been praying for years, with the hope that all his “friends in the dancehall” will give their lives to God. “This morning I just called Ninja Man to speak to him about Christ, it’s something that I have always been doing. … Read entire article »
Filed under: GUEST RUNDOWNS
MR. VEGAS RELEASES GOSPEL SINGLE “JESUS TRAIN!”
There’s never a dull moment in Mr. Vegas’ career. The hit-making singjay recently released a Gospel single titled Jesus Train. The song that was released on his MV Music label is currently enjoying rotation on popular Gospel radio stations. Gospel Train has sparked widespread speculation among fans and music industry insiders, as to whether or not Vegas is planning to follow the foots steps of former high profile Dancehall acts like Papa San and Lieutenant Stitchie, who converted to Christianity at the height of their careers in the late 90’s and eventually launched successful Gospel music careers. In a recent interview he responded to the speculations, “I am Man of God, I’m a very spiritual person, and Gospel music is something I enjoy a lot. Over the years, I’ve put out a lot of … Read entire article »
Filed under: GUEST RUNDOWNS, NEW RELEASES
MR. VEGAS, TODAY, OFFICIALLY RELEASES NEW ALBUM “LOVERS ROCK AND SOUL!”
Mr. Vegas— MR Vegas’ album, Lovers Rock And Soul, will be released today by his MV Music label. It is accompanied by the single, Time After Time, a cover of the Cyndi Lauper ballad. “The album is getting great support from DJs all over the world, and the response from the fans has been fantastic. The pre-sale orders are very good, and the album is also getting a lot of buzz on social media,” said Vegas. His previous album, Reggae … Read entire article »
Filed under: GUEST RUNDOWNS, NEW RELEASES
JUNIOR REID HEADLINES “DUBAI REGGAE FESTIVAL” FOR NOVEMBER 7!
Junior Reid– ROOTS singer Junior Reid is the headliner for the inaugural Dubai Reggae Festival which takes place on November 7 in the oil-rich city. Reid will launch his Junior Reid: The Living Legend album two days before the event. Singer Wayne Wonder, who has previously performed in Dubai on the popular Reggae Beachfest shows, is also confirmed for the festival. So too Barbadian soca artist Rupee, Jamaican deejay Rasta Rocket, and Kriss Darling of Kenya, one of Africa’s leading reggae acts. DJ Justin (Justin Morin), a Jamaican sound system selector who lives in Dubai, is also part of the festival. Kenya Don, the promoter responsible for introducing reggae/dancehall to Dubai, was the man behind Beachfest which was first held in 2013. He described the Dubai Reggae Festival as an expansion of Beachfest. “It’s a blessing to do … Read entire article »
Filed under: EVENTS, GUEST RUNDOWNS
DANCEHALL ARTIST MUNGA HONORABLE IN HOSPITAL AFTER BEING CHOPPED, REPORTS WEBSITE JAMAICA TAKEOUT!
By FB, IG & Twitter!: @JamaicaTakeOut Jamaica TakeOut understands that Damian Rhoden more popularly known to the wider masses as dancehall superstar Munga Honorable is currently in the hospital. It is alleged that a man that can only be identified at the moment as the nephew of dancehall superstar Mr. Vegas attacked and chopped Munga in the back of the neck. There is no official account on the incident or confirmation as to what happened. Jamaica TakeOut is not sure how serious or critical the the injury is. We will keep you informed as more information on this incident comes to our news room. … Read entire article »
Filed under: GUEST RUNDOWNS
SINGJAY LATTY J RELEASES NEW SINGLE “NO ABUSE!”
Latty J— CONCERNED about the alarming level of domestic abuse in Jamaica, particularly against women, singjay Latty J lets her feelings known on No Abuse, her latest song. Latty J, whose real name is Tynese Jackson, hopes the song will encourage women to take a stand against domestic abuse by reporting their cases to the relevant authorities. “We often hear about women who are in abusive relationships. A lot of them stay in these relationships because they are scared to leave and end up paying the price for remaining with their lives,” she said. “I hope that my song will inspire women to stand up and realise that they do not have to stay in abusive relationships. You have to protect yourself and your children from abuse.” No Abuse was produced by Mr Vegas … Read entire article »
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“VP RECORDS STEALING MILLIONS FROM REGGAE/DANCEHALL ARTISTS” SAYS MR. VEGAS!
Reggae powerhouse label VP Records is getting called out once again for shady business . This time the label is being accused by Mr.Vegas for failing to pay him his royalties, and stealing millions from other Dancehall and Reggae artists . Vegas took to his facebook page to detail VP Records shady business practices and warn other artists not to do business with VP. These type of allegations are nothing new to the label , VP has been accused over the years of not paying artists and producers what they are owed and under marketing their albums. Check out what Mr. Vegas had to say below. Today I received an email from my attorney, stating how difficult and expensive it would be, to take the fight further with VP records. This is my second attorney, that is giving me this news, after spending … Read entire article »
Filed under: GUEST RUNDOWNS
MR. VEGAS HEADS TO EUROPE FOR SUMMER DATES!
Mr.Vegas—- IT is almost 20 years since Mr Vegas’ smash hit Heads High ruled reggae charts around the world. The singjay is still going strong, performing mainly in North America and Europe. This month, he heads to Europe for a series of festival and club dates in Italy, Spain, France, Switzerland, Belgium and Germany. Vegas’ opening show is on the 24th — the One Love Festival in Venice. The itinerary includes other popular events such as the Lagata Reggae Festival in Zaragoza, Spain, on the 25th; Reggae Jam Festival in Bersenbruck, Germany, on the 26th; and Reggae Sun Ska in Bordeaux, France, on August 9. There is also a handful of ‘track dates’ scheduled for clubs in Switzerland, France and Italy. He will be accompanied by Latty J and Natel, artists signed to his MV … Read entire article »
Filed under: GUEST RUNDOWNS
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