Sweetness Riddim [Dec 2012] [TJ Records]

The "Sweetness Riddim" is a new Dancehall Juggling from TJ Records featuring Demarco, I Octane, Popcaan and Blak Diamon!!

Laptop Riddim [Dec 2012] [Infinite Recordz]

The "Laptop Riddim" is a new Dancehall Juggling from Infinite Records featuring Pamputtae, Voicemail and Tiwony!!

Throw Wud Riddim [Dec 2012] Stashment Production]

Stashment Production present the "Throw Wud Riddim" - a new Dancehall Juggling which features Tunes from Blazzah D Eagle, General B, Isane, Merciless, Ninja Man and Predator!!

Dancehall Reloaded Mixtape [Dec 2012] [DJ GazaPrince]

DJ GazaPrince presents the "Dancehall Reloaded Mixtape"!!

Fya Empress & Fay-Ann Lyons - Rum Please [Dec 2012] [Slaughter Arts Media]

Slaughter Arts Media presents "Rum Please" - a new Soca Tune from Fya Empress and Fay-Ann Lyons.

Belinda Brady - Diamonds [Dec 2012]

"Diamonds" is a new Reggae Tune from Belinda Brady and a cover of the original song from Rihanna!!

Nadine Sutherland Interview with Dancehall Now [Video]

Check out this Nadine Sutherland Interview with Dancehall Now talking about her new Single "Karma" which has been making a splash in the United States, dominating charts in South Florida and New York alike.

Red Fox & Rayvon - No Other Like You [Dec 2012] [Musical Masquerade]

Musical Masquerade presents "No Other Like You" which is a new Reggae Tune from Red Fox and Rayvon!!

Best of Machel Montano 3Zero Mix [Dec 2012] [Close Connections]

Close Connections brings to you the gift of Music. Machel Montano, THE KING OF SOCA, celebrated 30 years in the music industry this year and Close Connections has paid tribute to the legend by producing the most extensive mix you will ever hear. Capturing the structure & vibe of a live performance, this essential mix will definitely keep you entertained from beginning to end as we take you through the 30 year musical journey.

Shurwayne Winchester - We Control D Road [Dec 2012]

"We Control D Road" is a new Soca Tune from Shurwayne Winchester!!

Blak Ryno - Courage (Popcaan Diss) [Dec 2012] Stashment Records]

"Courage" is a new Dancehall Tune and Popcaan Diss from Blak Ryno produced by Stashment Records!!

D'Bandit Vid Mix [Dec 2012] [D'Bandit]

 D'Bandit presents a new Video Mix featuring Soca, Reggae, Dancehall, Pop, Electro, Hip Hop and more!!

Mike Troy ft. Frizzy - Peacocking (Remix) [Dec 2012] [The Streetz Productions]

The Streetz Productions presents a new Dancehall Remix from "Peacocking" featuring Mike Troy and Frizzy!!

Billboard Chart Topping Producer TJ Records Releases Highly Anticipated Vybz Kartel "Gaza For Life" LP and Popcaan & Tommy Lee "Bay Badness" LP

JA, U.S.A (21st Hapilos Digital) - Just in time for the holidays, Billboard Chart Topping Producer TJ Records have released 2 highly anticipated LPs. TJ Records whose riddims have topped international charts since 2005 has compiled the hot and blazing tracks from international dancehall superstar Vybz Kartel, Billboard's R&B/HipHop charting star Popcaan and controversial dancehall artist Tommy Lee.

Vybz Kartel "GAZA FOR LIFE LP" contains 10 tracks and is available on iTunes, distributed by digital giants 21st Hapilos. The songs featured on the LP have collectively garnered millions of views via viral videos on youtube and have remained constant on charts around the world.

1. Better Can Wuk
2. Bubble Hard
3. Freaky Girl, Pt 3
4. Life
5. Put It On Hard
6. Real Badman
7. Tun Up The F**k
8. Tun & Wine
9. Vip
10. Your Business

RDX Search For Jamaica's #1 Naughtiest Girl

Kingston, Jamaica (Shuzzr & Mpr Consulting): The search is on to find Jamaica's Naughtiest Girl. Dancehall Dynamic Duo RDX will be launching a campaign to find the islands naughtiest girl which will play a lead role in their upcoming video for single titled "Naughty Girl" and will also be given a consolation cash prize. 

The duo who is on the hunt to find Jamaica's Naughtiest Girl will invite females to a closed audition. Females who dare to challenge themselves and embrace the hedonistic side of them will be judged by the duo and other professionals. Contestants will be require to present themselves in a sexy, seductive or as one who can fulfill any man wildest dreams. Females will be required to use props such as costumes, sex toys, personal videos etc. to demonstrate that they are indeed naughty enough to play the lead role in the upcoming video.

Mr. Diamond - Wonder Why [Official Video] [Dec 2012]

Artist: Mr. Diamond
Title: Wonder Why (Dancehall)
Producer: Stand Firm Music
Director: D. Gayle
Editor: P. Taylor

Blak Ryno Addresses Sting 2012 Incident

Kingston, Jamaica ( Shuzzr & Mpr Consulting): STING 2012 is dubbed as one of the "Greatest One Night Reggae Dancehall Shows on Earth" and over the years its been filled controversy, raw energy, on the spot creativity and the end of many artiste careers as well as the birth of others.

Dancehall Artiste Blak Ryno is no stranger to the show as he's not just only performed on several occasions but entertained fans who tuned in to watched online or those who went to see the show live. This year the artiste wasn't formally booked for the event but just as how over the years spontaneously artiste made surprise performances, the artiste was about to the same.

Hezron looks to bigger and brighter 2013

Reggae singer extraordinaire Hezron continues to claw his way to the top of the musical ladder.

The baritone singer delivered a stirring performance at the recently held Sting Concert on Wednesday night at Jam World in Portmore.

During his electrifying performance, Hezron belted out a number of his popular tunes, including Forever & Always, Can't Come Between and So In Love, which were all well received. But it was his unreleased single titled I Just Wanna Survive, which tells scathing tale of life in the Jamaican ghetto that earned him the biggest forward during his set.

As expected, the soft-spoken crooner is very pleased and appreciative of the response he received from the Sting crowd, which is reputed to be one of the hardest crowds to please.

Strong showing at GT Extravaganza

Despite the challenges in securing major sponsorship, entertainers and patrons came out in droves to support the annual GT Christmas Extravaganza stage show in Black River, St Elizabeth on Christmas night.

The experience of veterans like Yellowman, John Holt, Bounty Killer, Sizzla, Ninja Man and Beenie Man gave the entertainment event a diverse package that left each patron fully entertained and eager to experience its next staging in 2013.

Without a doubt, Sizzla's performance resonated well with the crowd who he engaged from start to finish, as he gave them a musical journey throughout the genres of music he has contributed to in his extensive career. With a catalogue that would trounce many celebrated young acts in Jamaica's music business, Sizzla delivered concisely to the satisfaction of his loyal fans.

Dancehall veteran Ninja Man was spot on with his pre-Sting performance at GT's Christmas Extravaganza. Arriving in a stretch limousine to complement his colourful persona, Ninja Man's brief-yet-effective performance was enough to generate interest in what he had planned for Sting.

Aidonia says he was not arrested

Dancehall heavyweight Sheldon Lawrence, more popularly known as Aidonia, was whisked away from the Jam World entertainment complex yesterday morning by police personnel apparently for use of indecent language, THE STAR understands.

Information gathered by THE STAR is that Aidonia was later released after being given a stern warning.

The artiste was reportedly accosted for his sporadic use of profanity throughout his rather short and energetic set despite being warned.

Though not the only performer on the night who used profanity during their performance, the Run Road deejay was made an example by officers at the venue who deemed him to be excessive.

He was approached by the lawmen upon exiting the stage.

Startime series returns in February

IT has a different name but the promoters are the same. Startime Vintage Concert series (formerly Heineken Startime) returns Saturday, February 16 at the Liguanea Club with Big Youth and the Mighty Diamonds.

The new-look show has Wray & Nephew White Overproof Rum as main sponsor, with CVM TV, Pepsi, Ting, Kool 97 FM, Liguanea Club, Starlight Productions, Seals & Engravables, Bourne's Texaco, Happy Ice, Kingston Hireage and Securipro as associates.

MKB Promotions (Michael Barnett, Keith Brown and Junior Sinclair) are behind the shows, which, as Heineken Startime, had an 18-year run that ended in 2006.

Speaking with the Jamaica Observer, Barnett said a February launch is appropriate, as it is celebrated as Reggae Month.

Jack of all trades, master of none

Jamaica is the birthplace of several globally recognised musical genres -mento, dub, ska, rocksteady, reggae and dancehall.

That is an enviable position for any country's music industry; however, the feat has slipped the island.

Unlike the American music industry, which keeps its genres alive by accommodating them in its media and its most prestigious award shows, it is different in Jamaica.

The Jamaican music industry and media appear to shed more light on dancehall and reggae than any other popular music created by the island.

According to reggae artiste Chronixx, who made a mark at Sting just this week, the genres are not entirely extinct because they live within reggae and dancehall.

"The difference between Jamaican music and others is that there is an evolution. When you look at mento and the dynamics, you will see that elements of it are in the existing genre. If you break down the music technically you will hear elements of all our genres. Ska is not dead, you have new artistes like Omi who has a new song called Cheerleader on a ska beat. I think we can be more appreciative of our earlier forms of music but I don't think it is dead," he said.

The artiste highlighted that being too Americanised has affected the level of appreciation Jamaicans have for their art forms.

"When you go to places like the Youth View Awards it is so Americanised. You see them dancing to Nicki Minaj and yu naah guh to American Awards guh see dem a dance to Super Cat tunes - other art forms are infiltrating the music and they come from our same creation, but most artistes don't know that, it's like Jamaica is the mother of all music.

Jamaica Observer Cartoon (December the 30th)

(from Jamaica Observer)

Iba Mahr thrills fans at holiday shows

Fast-rising reggae singer Iba Mahr delivered an impressive performance at the recently held Christmas Extravaganza showcase held at Independance Park in Black River.

Judging from the responses he got on Christmas night, he certainly earned a number of new fans. Performing songs such as his signature hit, Will I Wait, Burning, Let Jah Lead The Way and Sound The Alarm, he had the crowd eating out the palm of his hands.

Iba Mahr's set was short but very potent and it was very obvious that at the end of his act, the crowd wanted more, but this was not to be as there was an almost never-ending list of performers backstage waiting to perform.

The next night he took on his assignment at Sting, inside the famous Jam World venue in Portmore. He showed the fans at this prestigious 20 odd year old event that he was more than worthy of a place on the line-up by delivering another classy performance. The fans loved every minute of his set and did not hesitate to show their approval for one of reggae's newest and brightest rising-star.

(from Jamaica Star)      

Out of many feuds, one clash at Sting 2012

Sting 2012 was built on the foundation of clashes, and despite the fact that patrons had to stand several hours to see some action, the promoters did deliver on their promise.

With several feuds in the dancehall circle, patrons expected that a clash would have been forthcoming from as early as 1 a.m., but despite the numerous name calling, no artiste dared to take up the microphone and challenge their rivals.

Khago, who was involved in a lyrical battle with Sizzla Kalonji a few months earlier, stayed away from a war at Sting. The singjay delivered a solid set of hits from his budding catalogue but never once called Sizzla's name in a disrespectful manner.

Sizzla later performed a long set, but he was more at war with the gay community. He too did not attempt to call out Khago.

Bounty Killer did not extend his services to Sting this year, but patrons were at least expecting to hear Tommy Lee Sparta taking shots at him at Jam World. But the young deejay avoided war entirely, he even sang the controversial Goat Head single without addressing Bounty Killer nor actually saying the words 'Goat Head'.

Laing may take legal action against Ryno

Isaiah Laing, promoter of Sting, told THE WEEKEND STAR that he may be seeking legal action against Ryno for his actions at Sting.

According to Laing, Supreme Promotions did not organise for Ryno to walk onstage during Popcaan's set and as a result he may never work with the artiste again.

Patrons looked on in shock during Popcaan's set when Ryno made his way to the front of the stage and began performing. This did not go down well with Popcaan who immediately pushed Ryno off the stage and a tussle ensued. Both artistes were separated by security personnel and after a few minutes, a militant Popcaan returned to the stage and professed his loyalty and support to their one-time leader, Vybz Kartel.

I did not run from the clash - Macka Diamond

After her no-show for the anticipated clash with artiste Spice, Macka Diamond is now lashing out at persons who have been saying that she ran from the clash.

The artiste told THE WEEKEND STAR that she was already booked for another show and that representatives of Sting were giving her the run-around as it related to her performance time.

"I have my usual show on Boxing Day in Kellits so I called a Downsound representative who told me I would be performing at 5:04 a.m., or 5:45 a.m. When mi look mi see 6 a.m., come and still no clash, so mi leave and go mi other show. Mi not even did aware say we did a go clash cause when mi ask, dem tell me say dem never pay mi fi clash so I wouldn't be clashing," Macka Diamond said.

Rayvon, Red Fox does 'No Other Like You'

Billboard charting singer Rayvon has teamed up with dancehall toaster Red Fox on the bubbly and body-rocking tune called 'No Other Like You'.

The track was produced by Musical Masquerade, a Jamaican producer based in the United States.
In a release, Musical Masquerade revealed how the collaboration came about.

"After I finished writing the song, I thought about the best voices to fit it and heard the voices of Rayvon and Red Fox in my head. I felt they had the best voices to pull it of," the producer explained.
He also pointed out that the feedback to the song has been overwhelming.

"The feedback has been good. The radio jocks say they haven't had a song or a collaboration like this in a while, and they also like the direction that the song is taking. It's not running down the regular dancehall hype, but it just stands out as an excellent song with excellent production and with the right voices".

The Jamaicans to perform today

ROCKSTEADY trio The Jamaicans will perform for the first time outside of Jamaica since splitting up in 1972. Best known as winners of the Festival Song Contest with Ba Ba Boom in 1967, the group scheduled to appear today in San Francisco.

"It is like a reunion for the group. It's a great opportunity to be performing together again after so many years," Weir told the Jamaica Observer.

They will perform at the Rockit Room venue, backed by local band, The Delirians.

A minister of religion (for the past eight years) who now lives in Port St Lucie, Florida, Weir says the group plans to perform gospel and secular songs including Ba Ba Boom and Things You Say You Love, their other big hit.

He said Martin Williams, one of the original members, is unable to make the trip because of problems with his travel documents. Weir and Tommy Cowan, another original member, will be joined by singer Bunny Brown, formerly of the Chosen Few.

The Jamaicans formed in the mid-1960s in Kingston.

Richie Stephens puts cover on Mary Jane

RICHIE Stephens has breathed new life into Mary Jane, a Japanese ballad first recorded over 20 years ago.

Mary Jane is the featured track on his Live Your Life album, released early this year by VP Records. Stephens said it drew the attention of the original writer and singer, Japanese Hiro Tsunoda, who took to YouTube and paid tribute to the cover.

Stephens said the song was brought to his attention by a popular studio owner in Jamaica who does dub plates for sound systems around the world.

"I was told a sound system from Japan had asked for a couple dub plates to be done. When I went to the studio, the last song he wanted me to record was a song originally done by a Japanese singer called Hiro Tsunoda. I said, 'Lets do it another day... I'm too tired right now..' However, they insisted it had to be done as they were leaving the next day."

Jamaica Observer Cartoon (December the 29th)

(from Jamaica Observer)

Videos from Sting 2012

We looked up for the first videos from Sting 2012. Below you can watch performances from many artists. Who made it this year? Tell us your opinion!!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Sting 2012: the best in years
Ninja Man officially passes clash title to Kiprich

Tommy Lee Sparta was not bottled Publicist also denies deejay being arrested in MoBay

Despite rumours that his recent performance in Guyana was marred by bottles being hurled at him, artiste Tommy Lee Sparta and his team are vehemently denying these allegations.

Rumours began spreading via Blackberry messenger and social media sites that Tommy Lee Sparta's performance at Slingerz Christmas party came to an abrupt end because he was being bottled.

According to Tommy Lee's publicist, Keona Williams, the allegations are false.

"It was one of the biggest shows in Guyana and that crowd was there because of Tommy Lee. There were no boos or bottles and we have the video footage to prove this," she said.

Promoters of the event also backed up her claims, stating that Tommy Lee had one of the biggest receptions ever in Guyana.

"The Guyanese locals went on and did their thing and then Popcaan went on and gave a really good performance, but the night really belonged to Tommy Lee. I have never seen people behave so eager to see an artiste. He turned the venue upside down and the whole place was in a frenzy," a representative of Slingerz Entertainment, promoters for the show, told THE STAR.

The Soul Syndicate

In commemoration of Jamaica’s 50th anniversary of Independence from Britain, the Jamaica Observer’s Entertainment section recognises 50 persons who made significant, yet unheralded, contributions to the country’s culture. This week we feature The Soul Syndicate band.

BANDS roamed Jamaica during the 1960s and 1970s, playing in clubs and recording music that eventually introduced the country's urban culture to the world. One of the leaders of this movement was the Soul Syndicate.

Formed in Greenwich Farm, Kingston in the late-1960s by bass player George 'Fully' Fullwood and guitarist Tony Chin, the Soul Syndicate is rated among reggae's greatest bands. Heavily influenced by American Rhythm & Blues, they were utilised with great success by producers Bunny Lee, Phil Pratt, Lee 'Scratch' Perry and Winston 'Niney' Holness.

Italian reggae star set to release sixth album

AFTER a relatively quiet 2012, Alborosie is getting ready to release a new album early next year. The yet titled project will be his sixth studio album.

"I've been working on it for quite a while now. I am very meticulous about sounds and arrangements so it is taking some time," he said, laughing. "As you know, Rome was never built in one day."

Alborosie's previous album, 2 Times Revolution, sold 3,498 copies in the United States, according to SoundScan, the company that monitors music sales in that country.

The Italian artiste says he was on the road a lot this year and his fan base outside Jamaica has expanded. Though it has been some time since had a hit here, Alborosie is not concerned about his lack of chart presence.

Sting 2012: the best in years

EXCEPT for a physical confrontation between deejays Ryno and Popcaan, the 2012 version of Sting may be considered the annual show's best in recent years.

The event, held at Jamworld in Portmore on Wednesday, featured tag team lyrical clashes and outstanding performances from upcoming and established acts.

 

However, the show-stealer was deejay Busy Signal.

"Free up" was all he uttered for thousands of hardcore fans to go wild. Aerosol cans, lighters and torches ignited when Busy Signal did his big hit, Nah Go A Jail Again.

He took his fans down memory lane with Full Clip, Buy We Out, Da Style De and Pon di Edge. The artiste was performing live for the first time since his release from prison in the United States last month.

As he began performing some of his latest singles, the jam-packed venue became silent as he recalled his time in US Federal prison.

Red Stripe hosts Stone Love at 'HQ'

Although it is a popular contraction of the longer term, in Jamaica 'HQ' has an entirely different connotation from headquarters. For while headquarters can be applied to the head office of any organisation, through long-established usage, HQ has a specific meaning in dancehall terminology - it is the home base of a sound system or dancehall-oriented crew.

So when Red Stripe (the company with a host of brands under its portfolio, including the well-known beer) hosts Stone Love Movements' 40th anniversary celebration at its 214 Spanish Town Road, St Andrew offices tomorrow night, the landmark session will take place at its HQ, not headquarter Racquel Nevins, Guinness manager, said "It is normally called the Oval. In the ads, we have Red Stripe HQ." She is aware of the connotations, noting that it is a play on dancehall terminology and the intention is to go with the language.

While there have been many events at Red Stripe before - among them the Dragon Spitfire sessions and this year's D&G White Overproof Rum launch - being a venue for an external event is new territory for Red Stripe. Nevins said, while the company normally hosts only in-house events, they had to go the extra mile, "because this is such a signi-ficant event" and in her experience, this is a first.

Ninja Man officially passes clash title to Kiprich

While Sting 2012 was built heavily around the clashes, the impending lyrical tag team involving Ninja Man, Kiprich, Merciless and Matterhorn promoted on the large stage screens throughout the over 10-hour marathon concert, the large audience (the biggest since the 2008 Mavado/Kartel clash) appreciated some amount of musical diversity.

So, in the wee hours of the morning, the tag team of George Nooks and Errol Dunkley went over very well with the same audience that rolled at raucous deejay jibes, Dunkley's You're Gonna Need Me and Nooks' God is Standing By scoring especially well. Similarly, the predominantly roots reggae offerings of Romain Virgo and Etana in what were, for the crammed Sting line-up, somewhat extended sets, went over very well, Virgo closing with a surprise, effective delivery of Adele's Don't You Remember.

Another standout was Chronixx in a section of four young Rastafarians on the trot. First of the quartet, which included Droop Lion, Jah Sent and Iba Mahr, Chronixx slowed down his material to deliver effectively, interspersing patter into Odd Ras to very good effect, although his voice has much to gain in terms of strength.

Jamaica Observer Cartoon (December the 28th)

(from Jamaica Observer)

Nkulee Dube does it her way

HAVING a famous father who made his mark through conscious music inspired Nkulee Dube to follow in his footsteps.

She was shattered when Lucky Dube was murdered in October, 2008 in Johannesburg, capital of their native South Africa. He was killed shortly after dropping two of his seven children at their uncle’s home.

Speaking with the Jamaica Observer from South Africa, Nkulee, 26, said her father’s death has had a tremendous impact on her music.

“His passing affected me massively in my music. My voice had more aggression in delivery, those who knew me thought I was angry sometimes in my lyrical content,” she said.

Nkulee recently released her album My Way, produced by Bethuel Mbonani, whom she describes as one of her closest friends. She wrote most of the songs because “I had a lot to say”.

Top acts deliver

PROMOTER GT Taylor and his team can take a bow for a well-executed GT Taylor Extravaganza on Tuesday night at Independence Park in Black River, St Elizabeth.

The 13th staging of the popular show attracted thousands of patrons and featured some of reggae/dancehall's top acts including Sizzla Kalonji, Bounty Killer, Yellowman, and Ninjaman, who all gave outstanding performances.

The early segment saw favourable sets from George Nooks, Nature, Iba Mahr, Mikelous and Johnny P.

Chuck, Fenda gave the evening's first big showing, throwing down songs like I Swear, Coming Over Tonight and Gash Dem.

The final phase of his set saw Fenda doing an emotional rendition of Mama.

Stone Love Movements marks 40 years - Hopes for all-night session at Red Stripe Oval

At forty years old, which the sound system officially marks at the Red Stripe Oval, Spanish Town Road, on Saturday night, Stone Love Movements has been through huge changes in Jamaica's cultural, political and physical landscape. Yet business-savvy owner Winston 'Wee Pow' Powell, who defines it as the Stone Love brand, walks with a purposeful pep in his step, his lanky frame reminiscent of a basketball player or football striker's frame.

Powell is on the ball for the celebration, even as he acknowledges that he is a bit behind where he should be. "We a little bit late with our preparation, due to a change of venue situation. But I guess we are on track," he said.

The new venue, at Red Stripe's headquarters, provides what Powell hopes will be extra leeway for what can be one of dancehall's most elusive objectives - time.

At the originally intended venue on Constant Spring Road, Powell said "it was a little bit sceptical with the lock-off time (2 a.m. on weekends, according to the Noise Abatement Act). So we are hoping to go from dusk 'til dawn".

Red Stripe's headquarters is in the heart of the commercial district and The Gleaner asks Powell if this could be seen as part of a wider move to create a zoned area for entertainment events. Powell says that he is a part of the Jamaica Reggae Industry Association (JaRIA) and notes the organisation's efforts to have the current cut-off times (midnight during the week and 2 a.m. on weekends) extended. "Is a industry we have to keep alive and we are seeing where it is really hurting the industry," Powell said.

Jamaica Observer Cartoon (December the 27th)

(from Jamaica Observer)

Tommy Lee - Maniac [Dec 2012] [UIM Records]

"Maniac" is a brandnew Dancehall Tune from Tommy Lee produced by UIM Records!!

Tommy Lee - Save Dem Soul [Dec 2012] [Da Wiz - Sniper Records]

"Save Dem Soul" is a new Dancehall Tune from Tommy Lee Sparta produced by Da Wiz and Sniper Records!!

Ravi B ft. Konshens - Friend With Benefits [Dec 2012] [Big Rich - Pungalunks Factory]

Big Rich and Pungalunks Factory present "Friends With Benefits" - a new Soca Tune from Ravi B featuring Konshens!!

Navino - It's Allright [Dec 2012] [DJ Frass Records]

"It's Allright" is a new Dancehall Tune from Navino which was produced by DJ Frass Records!!

Kes ft. Beenie Man - Too Drunk To Wine [Dec 2012] [1st Klase - Madmen Productions]

1st Klase and Madmen Productions present a new Soca Tune from Kes featuring Beenie Man which is titled "Too Drunk To Wine".

Jah9 - Jungle [Dec 2012] [RoryStoneLove]

"Jungle" is a new Reggae Tune from Jah9 produced by RoryStoneLove!!

G Whizz aka Garland Rowe - Child Monster [Dec 2012] [Asha D]

Asha D presents "Child Monster" - a new Reggae Tune from G Whizz aka Garland Rowe!!

Busy months ahead for Macka

Macka Diamond has been sizzling hot since the month of December, as her public feuds with Lady Saw and Spice have propelled her into the spotlight.

"Right now, mi ah go into Sting pon full blast, mi ah come fi talk up the tings dem," an elated Macka Diamond said.

In themeantime, Macka's popular single Forty And Fabulous jumped several places to land at #8 on the HYPE TV Top 20 charts, while the controversial single, Kill The Black One, is creating a firestorm on the Internet, racking up more than 10,000 views on YouTube after only seven days. Another song, Mi Bless, on the Chase Mills Records-Pusha Yute Records imprint, is also generating a lot of airplay on IRIE, ZIP and HITZ.

"The hard work is finally paying off. Right now, selectors and radio announcers ah link me harder than before fi dubs and drops, everywhere the Kill theBlack One play, it mash up the place and the girls dem a walk out pon Mi Bless. Mi go Uptown Mondays, and the Kill the Black One play seven times, it play ah Nipples Tuesday, it get crazy money pull up over Waterhouse, Cash Money Wednesdays, the ting ah shot all over, every garrison ah request it," Macka Diamond said.