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News: Beenie Man and TOK accused of murder by gay rights group
The ongoing battle between gay rights activists and dance-hall artistes has flared up once again, this time with a serious new twist to the story. Gay rights activists are now accusing some top international dancehall acts of murder.
One gay website has stated that the lyrics of Beenie Man and TOK have inspired gay killings.
In an article posted on the website (keithboykin.com) of one of the founders and former board president of the National Black Justice Coalition, Keith Boykin, it showed a banner which read 'Blood on their hands, Beenie Man and TOK encourage their fans to murder in their songs. Here are two of their victims' with the photos of Brian Williamson and Lenford 'Steve' Harvey being displayed. This was posted on the website on July 11.
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News: Sizzla rules as 50 Cent sparkles at Sumfest 2006
While it was hip-hop star 50 Cent and his G Unit that got the loudest scream, in terms churning out hits it was prolific reggae hit-maker Sizzla who stole the spotlight on International Night One of Red Stripe Reggae Sumfest 2006 in Montego Bay. The dimunitive Sizzla, who was asked to follow impressive earlier showings by the likes of Mr. Vegas, Lady Saw and 50 Cent and his crew, met and surpass the challenge with a masterful set in which he demonstrated the full range of his versatility. [ Full Story ]
News: Brazilian Singer 'Rakell' Ready Fi Di Dancehall Vibes
Raquel Sa was born on February 17th 1983 in Fortaleza, Brazil to musician parents. At a very early age it was evident that she shared the same passion that emerges from the various styles of the Bossa Nova, the Samba and the Timbales of Salvador Bahia, among others. At just 8 years old, Raquel formed part of a dance troupe made up of her sister and two cousins.
The group performed with great success in several contests mainly those of the Lambada: a style of dance that was sweeping Brazil at that time. At the age of 14 she began to contribute more significantly to her musical foundation by joining local singing groups and doing live performances. It was this exposure to a vibrant public that convinced her of her future life as a star.
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News: Elphant Man Set To Rock Reggae Sumfest
Top flight dancehall deejay Elephant Man is looking forward to another stellar performance when he grace the Red Stripe Reggae Sumfest stage on July 20 at Catherine Hall Complex in Montego Bay, St. James.
Elephant Man has consistently delivered top-class show at one of the greatest reggae festival on Earth. And this year, the deejay plans to take his performance to a higher level.
Highly credited with bringing back dancing into the dancehall with his dance-oriented songs, Elephant Man has mastered his stage craft. There's never a dull moment with Elephant Man. With a seemingly inexhaustible energy source, he throws himself into everything he does. He performs with abandon. [ Full Story ]
News: Death Sparks in The Cash Money Family
Popular Cash Money selector 'Scratchy B' is in mourning this morning after his mother was gunned down by armed men in Portmore, St. Catherine last night.
According to the reports from the police, Scratchy B's mother, Eulalee Clarke, 60, was at home at about 9 p.m. when two armed men approached the house located on Germaine Road in Westchester. They opened fire hitting her. She was pronounced dead at a nearby hospital. The St. Catherine South police are investigating. [ Full Story ]
Audio: DJ Knockz Dot Com Podcast
The podcast has been updated once again with another new dancehall mix.
--Knockz
News: Tessanne Chin headlines Miss Ja World elimination and sashing show
Sultry rock / reggae songstress, Tessanne Chin will be performing at the Miss Jamaica World elimination and sashing show at 7 pm on Sunday, July 16, at the Jamaica Pegasus.
Chin's fusion of dancehall and reggae with rock creates an exceptional sound driven by powerful vocals. Although only 21 years old, she has already opened for such musical greats as Patti Labelle, Gladys Knight, Peabo Bryson and Roberta Flack. Chin also toured the world for three years as a back-up singer for living legend, Jimmy Cliff. She is currently working on her first solo album. The Miss Jamaica World elimination show offers the public a great opportunity to catch this rising star in action. [ Full Story ]
News: Gentleman to showcase his talents at Red Stripe Reggae Sumfest
When Red Stripe Reggae Sumfest's The Summit gets underway on Saturday, July 22 in Montego Bay, Gentleman will be the only German act performing. The biggest-selling reggae artiste in Germany plays the Sumfest stage with fans expecting hits like Intoxication and Superior.
The 32-year old, who resides in Cologne, Germany, has won a series of awards for his impressive reggae compilations over the years. Just last year, Gentleman picked up the Best National Male Artiste Award at the ECHO awards. He has been travelling to Jamaica regularly his teen years and has developed a love for the country, the people and the music over this time. His career began back in 1998, when he collaborated with the band Freundeskreis in producing the song Tabula Rosa. Since then, he has become one of the most popular reggae artistes in the world. [ Full Story ]
News: Sizzla Launches Website
Sizzla is now offering his fans a new means of discovering his music and events.
Sizzla recently launched sizzlakalonjiinc.com, under the banner of his own Kalonji Records. Last year, the highly regarded roots artiste signed with the DDMG compnay of hip-hop impresario Damon Dash.
On sizzlakalonjiinc.com, Sizzla fans can get updates on his current and upcoming live appearannces, view a partial catalogue of his albums, and make links with the aritste.
Sizzla also has his own page on the popular myspace.com web community, on www.myspace.com/sizzlakalonji [ Full Story ]
News: ZiZou Reveals Reason For Materazzi Head Butt
Zinedine Zidane has elaborated on the chain of events which led to his attack on Marco Materazzi during the World Cup final. The midfield genius brought the curtain down on one of the world's great careers when he recieved a red card for a headbutt on Materazzi. Numerous reports have commented on what led Zidane to launch his attack on the Italian defender and the France star has claimed Materazzi insulted both his mother and his sister. [ Full Story ]
News: Reggae/Caribbean Music Catergory For 2007 BET Awards
The annual Black Entertainment Television (BET) awards show will next year see the introduction of a category dedicated to reggae and Caribbean music. Stephen Hill, Executive Vice President for Entertainment and Music
Programming at BET, made the disclosure during an interview backstage at the just concluded BET Awards, held at the Shrine Auditorium in Los Angeles, California. Mr. Hill said the success of reggae and Caribbean music on the international scene as well as BET's rotation of music videos from some of the region's top acts, augers well for the introduction of the category. "Its something that we are thinking about and hopefully it can get off the ground next year." [ Full Story ]
Video: Trinity Chris
I've warned you about this Toronto artists named Trinity Chris. Well here are two videos from him and I must say dem BAD BAD BAD! The first one features Spex and has been blazing the airwaves for a while. The 2nd is featuring Blessed another BAD BAD Toronto artist. Big up everyone involved in getthing these out.
[ Trinity Chris - Deh Anthem ]
[ Trinity Chris ft Blessed - In The Streets ]
--Knockz
Video: Maximus Dan - Fighter
To many people this is the official anthem of the Soca Warriors.
[ Maximus Dan - Fighter ]
--Knockz
Video: Soca Warriors Tribute
Here's a tribute to the Soca Warriors and what they did in World Cup 2006.
[ Soca Warriors Tribute ]
--Knockz
Video: Promoe ft Capleton - Songs of Joy
This is Capleton alongside another artist from Sweden called Promoe. We already know reggae has gone worldwide but this tune shows it even more.
Enjoy!
[ Promoe ft Capleton - Songs of Joy ]
--Knockz
News: Mighty Crown into more than just a 'clash sound'
Sitting unassumingly by the poolside of the Jamaica Pegasus, with the hubbub of the day's World Cup matches still fresh in the minds of many, they made an interesting 'odd couple'.
But don't be fooled by the demeanour and the casual clothes. Sammy T and Ninja, can be lethal, that is if you're an unsuspecting sound system selector.
The two are part of a roughly 15-strong combo that is the the Mighty Crown sound. The set celebrates its crystal anniversary (15 years) this year and thus the members are on the island as part of the activities for their grand celebration, which actually peaks on July 4.
Mighty Crown was born in Japan and wended its way along the dancehall trail to New York's Jamaican community. Winning the World Sound Clash in 1992 made their repuatation as a 'clash' sound and brought them worldwide exposure via tours to various countries.
The touring brought them to Jamaica for the first time in 1996, but for Sammy, the trip was fraught with trials. "I get held up at gunpoint, at knifepoint, I had a bottle thrown at me, all kinda things," he explains.
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News: Reggae Sumfest to Honour John Holt and Yellowman
John Holt and Yellowman will receive Lifetime Achievement Awards for their respective contributions to the growth of the music from the promoters of Red Stripe Reggae Sumfest.
Both were instrumental in carving out a niche on the world stage and solidifying reggae and dancehall as a separate genre of music.
Holt, known as one of the most superb vocalists of our time, will be performing on July 21st at Ignition at Red Stripe Reggae Sumfest and will receive his
award on that night. Meantime, Yellowman, who will headline the Top Ranking night Wednesday, July 19 at Pier One, will be honoured prior to his performance on that night.
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News: Lil Kim Gets Freedom
Lil' Kim will be released from Philadelphia's Federal Detention Center next week .
Kim was sentenced to a one year and a day in prison after she was found guilty of perjury and conspiracy for lying to a grand jury in relation to a 2001 shooting involving Capone-N-Noreaga and Kim's crew in front of New York radio station Hot 97.
The Queen Bee will leave the FDC next Monday July 3rd; she will then be taken to an undisclosed New Jersey location for processing and will begin serving a month's house arrest at her North Jersey home.
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News: R Kelly Tape Will Be Viewed
The public will be allowed to view a videotape of R&B singer R. Kelly allegedly having sex with an underage girl, a judge ruled Thursday.
Cook County Circuit Judge Vincent Gaughan's ruling came in spite of an agreement between Kelly's attorneys and prosecutors to keep the public from seeing the tape, which will be played during Kelly's upcoming child pornography trial.
Robert Kelly, better known as R. Kelly to his fans, was surrounded by an entourage of lawyers as Gaughan announced his decision.
"The public are not some herd," the judge said. "These are the people who will stand up and say, 'This isn't fair.'"
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News: Blade Series Premiers with 2.5 Million Viewers
The premiere of Spike TV's first original scripted action-adventure offering "Blade: The Series" on Wednesday, June 28 (10:00 PM - Midnight, ET/PT) drew record ratings for the
network with a 2.0 HH rating and 2.5 million viewers, the highest premiere in network history for an original series.* Additionally, "Blade: The Series" was the #1 entertainment show for the night with Men 18-34 and 18-49.
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