By Marc Parc
OutAroad.com Writer

It seems that the world around controversial Dancehall artiste, Adidja "Vybz Kartel" Palmer continues to crumble as his booking agent also faces a murder charge.
Calvin "Moonie" Haye, designer and booking agent for Vybz Kartel, was jointly charged with murder in relation to the killing of Clive "Lizard" Williams in Havendale, St. Andrew this past August. Haye was formally charged with murder following questioning by law enforcement in the presence of his attorney, Tom Tavares-Finson.

Haye was summoned by police earlier this week for questioning relating to Kartel's case; granting an interview for TVJ's Entertainment Report the night before he turned himself in to the Constant Spring Police. In the interview, Haye claimed that police barged into his home weeks earlier; startling him and his family before using excess force against him. According to Haye, he's innocent of any wrong doing and will fight the charges brought against him, in part because of his affiliation to Kartel.

Meanwhile, Vybz Kartel's protégé and Portmore Empire singjay, Shawn Storm, will jointly be charged for murder with the "Dancehall Hero," Haye and Kiro "Ray" Jones in the Williams case, according to reports Shawn Storm reported to the Constant Spring Police station on Tuesday for the second time in just over a week; facing questioning from law enforcement in the murder case.

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The “We Found Love” singer knows that she's got it and often flaunts her striking beauty and sex appeal during her music videos and live performances. The singer admitted, however, that she feels anything less than sexy after performing on stage.

“At the end of a concert, I don’t feel like I’ve been this sexy thing,” Rihanna said.

Whether it’s the glistening sweat rolling off of her body from the heat of the stage lights or the utter exhaustion that the singer most likely feels after nearly two hours of non-stop movement and vocalizing, Rihanna may not feel the part but her beauty and well formed features are still in tact. The singer later went on to admit that most of her provocative appearance isn’t intention, except for when she is singing songs that relate to the subject.

Earning the title puts her in the same class as Jessica Biel and Scarlett Johansson, both of whom have previously earned the title.

Rihanna is currently trotting across the globe as part of her world tour. She most recently wrapped up filming the video for her single, “We Found Love,” which is under massive gunfire from various women’s groups due to its imagery of sex and drugs. One rape group has feared that the video objectifies the singer herself, who has been the victim of domestic violence at the hands of former boyfriend and R & B star Chris Brown.

By M. Jodee
OutAroad.com Writer

Prominent Jamaican comedic duo, Ity & Fancy Cat will bring back their skit-laden show for a fifth season, despite revealing on RETV 5 to 7 Live that they considered cancelling it altogether.

Appearing on the popular RETV program, Alton "Fancy Cat" Hardware confirmed that the Ity & Fancy Cat Show will return for a fifth season in 2012. However, Hardware revealed during an interview with Ramona Samuels that the duo considered shelving the comedy series that’s been in existence since April 2008.

"We neva really plan fi come wid a season five, but cause di people dem a pressure wi..jus mek wi (feel) sorry fi dem," Hardware intimated.

Mass fan feedback and support played a major role in bringing back the highly-acclaimed TVJ program; a program that his comedic partner, Ian "Ity" Ellis insisted will feature a variety of new items.

With the release of new sensation Specialist's hot single, Street Hustle, DownSound Records is now expanding its marketing push overseas in a bid to forge new markets for its music products.

"It is important to recognize that artistes are not getting the type of exposure outside of Jamaica as they should. Even with the pervasiveness of technology and the Internet, a more hands-on approach is needed to establish an overseas network including media, radio and street," Down Sound's chief honcho, Josef "D Maggio" Bogdanovich said in a release.

Down Sound Records is also seeking to get a foothold in non-traditional dancehall markets such as states like Kansas in the American midwest and in tthe deep Southern states like Mississippi and Alabama.

"We're going all out with this record," Bogdanovich, who is known for the international hit, Jah Cure's Behind These Prison Walls, said.

International recording artiste Khago is pleased with the progress of his career over the last couple of months. he has performed on shows in two continents and his latest hit, Tun Up De Ting on the Overproof in getting airplay on HOT 97, a major urban radio station in New York.

"I am finally getting to go out in the world and perform for my fans overseas, and doing radio shows in New York, Boston, Connecticut, and more people are listening to and getting to know Khago...the other day, I was in New York and hear dem play Tun Up De Ting on the HOT 97 radio station and it was a great feeling, the ting gone international now," he said in a release.

He recently performed to raise funds for charity during Busta's 'Nyamins and Jammins' show in Montego Bay, St. James.

"It was a great experience, getting to interact with the Montego Bay community and to raise funds to assist the 4H clubs in Jamaica," he said in a release.

Khago recently performed at a successful show in Washington D.C and will share the stage with deejay Flippa Mafia in Philadelphia over the Halloween weekend.

By Marc Parc
OutAroad.com Writer

Portmore Empire singjay, Shawn Campbell, better known as Shawn Storm, will remain in a Kingston-based jail over the weekend in connection with an ongoing murder investigation in which he could soon be charged.

The My Life singer turned himself in to the Constant Spring Police on Tuesday, one week following his release from a Portmore jail after being named a person of interest. Shawn Storm's attorney, Michael Deans, appeared in the Corporate Area Resident Magistrates Court on Friday, hopeful that a bail application made on the "Gaza" artiste’s behalf would be successful.

However, Deans asked Senior Resident Magistrate, Judith Pusey, to produce an order; postponing the matter until Monday in order for a Constant Spring Police representative to update the court on Shawn Storm's case. The order was subsequently granted.

Dancehall artiste, Spice, has no plans of slowing down anytime soon. After a year packed with new releases: Fun featuring international multi-platinum selling artiste, Missy Elliott, Hot Patty Wine, My Boyfriend, Dick and the upcoming, Take Him Out alongside international singer, Mya, she is still on the go.

The deejay left the island last week for a one month Canadian tour and thus far both her and her fans have been having nothing short of a ball. A few nights ago she performed at Club Sagittarius in Brantford and says, "It was great. Firstly, it was a packed house and some of the fans got involved. I called the men up for a 'daggering' segment, to prove who could do it the best and some of the females did a Slim vs. Fluffy competition and the winner was actually a fluffy fan. It was so much fun."

Spice says while on tour, one of the chief songs she will be promoting is her latest single, My Boyfriend, Dick. "The song is about a ‘boyfriend’ called Dick and it's just a fun play on words; something fans can listen to and laugh about. That's the song that I will be pushing for now, prior to a number of upcoming international releases, like the one with Mya and a few other artistes," she says.

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By Marc Parc
OutAroad.com Writer

Emerging Dancehall/Reggae singjay, Khago and the self-professed "Flossing King," Flippa Mafia are preparing to take the United States by storm as they ready themselves for the Nah Sell Out Mi Fren Dem tour.

The Global Life Records/Mega Chin sponsored event, featuring Khago as the main act, will take place this Saturday at the Stars Banquet Hall in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Patrons interested in attending the show will be charged US$30 pre-sold, with higher prices come show time. Fans can expect performances from Khago as well as Flippa Mafia, who's long established a strong fan base in the Northeastern United States since his debut on the mainstream Dancehall scene in 2008. Other artistes slated to perform on the Nah Sell Out Mi Fren Dem stage show include Philadelphia-based artistes, Ras Professor along with Stabby Laa, G Warrior amongst special guest performers.

Khago, who rose to prominence with the single, Nah Sell Out Mi Fren Dem in April 2010, has continued to elevate his status as one of Dancehall's must-see prodigies. The singjay built on that momentum; charting hit singles this year such as Blood a Boil, Tun Up Di Ting on the internationally-acclaimed, Overproof Riddim and his most recent single, If This Is Not Love, produced by Notnice/Corey Todd Records.

The year 2011 has been one in which recession has been the main profiler in the videolight and the production of mammoth dancehall shows has declined significantly. However, the promoters of the event which has what is arguably the longest title - Jagra GT Taylor Christmas Extravaganza - have declared that recession or no recession, the show must go on.

Production is therefore in high gear for this eagerly anticipated calendar event, held annually at Independence Park, Black River, St Elizabeth. Now celebrating its 12th staging, the show will continue with the theme that heralded its mega successful 10th anniversary, 'Caring and Sharing Through Music'.

"After much deliberation, we decided that it was appropriate to use the same theme as last year. We want to get this message home to the users and end users of the music just how important it is that we care and share through music, Happenings in the industry this year have provided a lot of food for thought and it’s about time we put value to our lyrics and how we say the things we say," executive producer, George 'GT' Taylor, declared.
The promoter is still savouring the success of last year's show, which pundits agree was the best show for the season, and which Taylor says was the best Christmas Extravaganza in the event's history. He had words of commendation for the sponsors, in particular title sponsor Jagra, the artistes, the band, the production team and, of course, the patrons.

The streets of kingston were abuzz this past week, as 'Dancehall Badgyal' again plans to increase international attention with her latest project, once again she teams up with director Dexter Pottinger, the project was managed and produced by Lyndsey McDonnough.

The Lime ambassador is very excited to reveal the finished product, which will be edited by RD Studios, under the helm of Ruption D'Boss. The shoot which features four tracks, two of which are being heavily promoted and is a stable in social playlist, one new track form her recently released album Jamaicanization (for Europe) a very upbeat track called 'Upon The DanceFloor'. This track she hopes will be a favorite here too, "Their were many dancers on set with us, they and myself had fun when shooting this track if this a true indication of how Jamaica will respond, then I am eager to see it takes its place here." The medley will also feature a new track, which was only released this week, one she is sure her fans will like as well.

Lover's rock crooner Da’Ville’s Jamaica and Caribbean business affairs will be exclusively back in the hands of Khool International and it’s a move the singer is more than happy with.

“From previous experience I know that Mr. Ray Alexander is a professional, I know my business affairs will be in good hands. I am looking forward to an increased presence in the Caribbean,” he said of the alliance.

Also on the horizon for Da’Ville is his upcoming album which is due out in the early next year. The singer is already working on tracks that will be featured on the yet untitled album.He recently released the lead-off single for the album; When I’m With You which is a runaway success. Only a few weeks, since its release and it is already in a dominant position on the charts. Da’Ville is set to release the second single Took A Break from his upcoming album in another few weeks.

“I am working on other tracks that will be featured on the album. What can I say my fans can expect to be wooed lyrically as the ladies have a treat lined up,” hinted the singer about some of the expected tracks that will be on the album.

Da’Ville is very upbeat about the direction his career is going and according to him he is expecting bigger things to unfold where his music is concerned.

'JR Productions'/'365 music' recording artistes, Andrew & Wada Blood have dropped a brand new single entitled 'Still Alive' in the wake of last week's rumor that Andrew Blood was involved in a tragic car accident. The far reaching rumor began and circulated via Black Berry Messenger.

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The Bloods have released this track to assure fans across the world that they're "Still Alive" and well. Since the release of 'Still Alive', fans across the world have not only taken a strong liking to the song but have also breathed sighs of relief, happy to know it was just a rumor and not a fact.

The Andrew & Wada Blood produced track, is currently receiving strong rotation worldwide. The duo is also gearing up to shoot the video for their new hit single, 'One and Only' over the weekend. Wada Blood "Right now a just crazy new singles we a drop, for the streets and for the ladies. Since them a spread rumors, now fans can listen out to hear the Bloods more than ever"

By Marc Parc
OutAroad.com Writer

Internationally-acclaimed Dancehall/Reggae singjay, Sizzla Kalonji has proved himself in two separate decades to be one of the most versatile and influential artistes of his time. One of conscious Dancehall music's most intuitive architects, Sizzla's lived up to the values and structure, prior towards becoming an elite artiste, that helped shape his musical image.

Born Miguel Orlando Collins on April 17, 1976, Sizzla was embedded within his family's devour Rastafarian culture and principles. A member of the Bobo Ashanti sect, Sizzla was adamant to promote music that would not only showcase positivity, but denounce the slack and deviant behaviors displayed on Dancehall's stage during its explosion in the 80s and early 90s.

While attending Dunoon High School, the August Town born singjay studied mechanical engineering prior to serving a musical apprenticeship with the Caveman Hi-Fi sound system. He recorded his first single for the Zagalou label in 1995 before teaming up with Bobby "Digital" Dixon's Digital B label for a series of singles.

By M. Jodee
OutAroad.com Writer

Portmore Empire singjay, Shawn Campbell, more popularly known as Shawn Storm, is back behind bars for the second time in just over a week.

The My Life singer is once again in police custody after being summoned by the Constant Spring Police on Tuesday. This comes just over a week after Shawn Storm turned himself in to police after being named a person of interest by Portmore Police. He was questioned by law enforcement officials and released two days later.

Shawn Storm immediately turned himself in to the police on this occasion, although, similar to his prior encounter with the law, reasoning regarding his visit to the Constant Spring Police station remains unclear.

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A Tiana Enuh!!!
Verse:
Mi pum pum phat
More fluffy from back
Bwoy come mek mi squeeze up yuh cock
Well versatile guh pon mi head top
mi wi jiggle body and bruk off yuh cock

Him seh oh gosh
Yuh punnany phat
him luv when mi whine and turn pon di cock
him seh highgrade neva mek him feel like that
not even when him smoke off 40 bag

him seh hi dare
yuh a di only one
mek mi buddy stand stiff like a firm mountain
goodaz like you mi nah walk out pon
hey tight pussy gyal mi haffi be your husband

Sub Chorus:
Hey bwoy
luv how yuh pants front brace up
like a nine millimeter inna yuh waste up
da phat pussy yuh fi lace up
cocky rule over tongue suh nuh taste up

Chorus:
A bare hot fuck inna di cabin
Hey bwoy come send on di stabbing
Like a spider di ceiling mi crawling
Hot fuck til morning
Then after di fuck straight tearing
Mi wi done yuh bank book and yuh saving
Mi neva yet fuck a man weh nuh sharing
Tell di truth mi not swearing

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By Marc Parc
OutAroad.com Writer

Embattled Dancehall superstar, Adidja "Vybz Kartel" Palmer faces a court appearance on Monday to answer to his latest murder charge.

The self-proclaimed Worl' Boss was remanded on Wednesday following a hearing inside the Gun Court section of the Corporate Area Resident Magistrates court. The hearing was in relation to his initial murder charge stemming from the shooting death of a St. Catherine based businessman/promoter this past July. Kartel also faces charges of conspiracy to murder and illegal possession of a firearm in relation to that incident.

The judge in the case ordered Vybz Kartel to return to court next Wednesday when a decision on his bail application, formulated by his legal team, will be made by the presiding Magistrate. Additionally, "Di Teacha" will face the courts on Monday to answer a murder charge in relation to the killing of Clive "Lizard" Williams in Havendale, St. Andrew this past August.

On Wednesday morning, Kartel was denied bail in relation to a ganja possession charge; scheduled to appear in court on Monday. Kartel was initially arrested at a small hotel in New Kingston on September 29th by members of the Flying Squad who found a small quantity of marijuana at the premises.
Meanwhile, Kartel's designer and booking agent, Calvin "Moonie" Haye turned himself in to police on Wednesday; facing questioning in relation to Kartel's murder case.

OutAroad.com Top 20 Hot Singles Chart

TW means This Week, LW means Last Week and WOC means Weeks on Chart
TW - LW - WOC Artiste Name ----- Song Title ---- Record Label

01 - 04 - (04) Popcaan - Ravin - Adidjaheim Records

02 - 01 - (09) Vybz Kartel - Summer Time - Adidjaheim Records

03 - 03 - (09) I-Octane - Nuh Ramp Wid Wi - Cashflow Records

04 - 05 - (11) Vybz Kartel - Look Pon We - Head Concussion

05 - 06 - (11) Mavado - All Dem A Talk - ZJ Chrome

06 - 02 - (17) Mavado - Star Bwoy - Chimney

07 - 09 - (03) Mavado - Delilah - Mansion Records

08 - 10 - (08) Shabba Ranx - None A Dem - Di Genius

09 - 11 - (08) Mavado - Pepper - Di Genius

10 - 12 - (06) Chan Dizzy Hello Badmind - Head Concussion

11 - 07 - (17) Vybz Kartel - Dancehall Hero - ZJ Chrome - (2wks@#1)

12 - 08 - (20) Demarco - I Love My Life - Star Kutt Pro - (1wk@#1)

13 - 13 - (06) Assassin - Talk How Mi Feel - DJ Frass

14 - 14 - (05) Danielle ft Cherine - Rebel - Taxi Records

15 - 16 - (02) Khago - Blood A Boil - TJ Records

By Marc Parc
OutAroad.com Writer

After working as well as performing together within the last year, prominent Dancehall singjay, Mavado and Canadian hip-hop superstar, Drake are set to put their chemistry to the ultimate test.

According to reports, the self-professed "Gully Gaad" and the Young Money rapper will soon be releasing a joint album; combining Dancehall and hip-hop styles. The collaborative album bares similarities to Distant Relatives, the joint effort by Reggae superstar, Damian "Jr. Gong" Marley and American hip-hop veteran, Nas that was released in May 2010.

A source within Mavado's Gullyside camp revealed the news to Urban Islandz; intimating that the new album will be done through the conduit of DJ Khaled's label, We The Best Music Group.

International recording artiste Kiprich is now in the United Kingdom where he is performing on a number of shows, and doing promotional interviews on Caribbean radio stations.

"I went to Germany on Friday and Norway over the weekend. I also performed at a couple places in England like Tottenham, Luton, Bradford and Wilesden," he said in a release.

Kiprich also attended a football match at Stamford Bridge, the home ground of Chelsea Football Club, over the weekend. Kiprich is a close friend of influential Chelsea midfielder Florent Johan Malouda.

In the meantime, Kiprich's breakout hit, Talk, is at #5 on the FIWI Choice Top Ten Charts. The single held the #1 spot for three consecutive weeks in August.

Garvin Spence, stage name 'Recruit' is a young and upcoming reggae recording artist who hails from Sherlock Crescent in Kingston, Jamaica. As a vocalist and song writer, his love of music began at a very tender age. "I started my music career seriously about three years ago but have always gravitated towards music. I grew up in a household where music was always playing so it is in my blood. My two older brothers - Delus and Konshens - are also artists.”

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While in the ninth grade Recruit began showcasing his talents through his penmanship. "Many things influence my lyrics. Day to day happenings, the news or an instance in my life or my family and friends lives. Just about anything really." During his last year of high school, he started taking music more seriously. "The first song I recorded, "Get that Weed," was in 2005. Then I followed up with singles, "Don't Worry," "Bonnie and Clyde" with Mad Kerry, "Galang Gal" and "Real Badman"." Since then, he has emerged on the entertainment scene and has been steadily making his mark through his performances. To date, he has opened for top billing artists such as Serani, Spragga Benz, I-Octane and has performed as a solo act on "Rock with Squeeze" at SOB's in Manhattan and "Africa Meets Jamaica" at De Island Breeze in New Jersey.

By Marc Parc
OutAroad.com Writer

Dancehall singjay and Starkutt Records artiste, Demarco is swimming in unchartered waters, thanks to YouTube, as a result of his internationally acclaimed single, Love My Life.
The uplifting Dancehall single from Demarco has achieved over 25 million views to date on the Google-based video sharing website to date; one of the highest figures ever recorded by a Dancehall artiste. Love My Life, which was released just last October, attained over 14.5 million views via one YouTube channel (VapBassMusic) while the accompanying video for the track accumulated another 10.5 million views on the popular Gazaprince11 YouTube Channel.

These statistics put Demarco in a very special category as only a few, current Dancehall/Reggae acts have earned more YouTube views for any of their singles or videos. Perhaps the most notable artiste to achieve such YouTube success since the website's inception in 2006 is Grammy-winning singer, Shaggy, whose video for Angel featuring Rayvon has earned over 35 million views to date.

Other prominent artistes who've eclipsed the 20 million views plateau include fellow Grammy winners, Damian "Junior Gong" Marley with Welcome To Jamrock and Sean Paul with Temperature to name a few. Compared to Demarco, Dancehall's most in-demand superstar, Vybz Kartel, has only managed to tally half as many views as his remix of Major Lazer's hit Pon De Floor (12.5 million views).

Such a staggering number elevates Demarco to higher ground and could be a game changer within the Dancehall industry in an era when the quality and quantity of HD Dancehall & Reggae videos is at an all-time high. Love My Life is now more than just a single; it could be the ticket towards bigger things and more accolades for Demarco going forward.

By M. Jodee
OutAroad.com Writer

Embattled Dancehall superstar, Adidja "Vybz Kartel" Palmer may be engaged in serious legal drama, but he does have something to smile about despite his troubles.

The internationally acclaimed deejay, who's currently awaiting a hearing on murder-related charges, earned a Soul Train Award nomination for the Best Caribbean Performance. Kartel scored the nomination with his transcendent hit, Summer Time, which became a #1 hit on local and international Dancehall charts.

The Best Caribbean Performance category is a new addition to the Soul Train Awards; replacing the Reggae category in an effort to merge artiste of different genres within the region. The final Reggae award given out by the organizers of Soul Train was to veteran singjay, Gyptian who claimed victory with the popular single, Hold Yuh.

By Marc Parc
OutAroad.com Writer

The legal woes of controversial Dancehall superstar, Adidja "Vybz Kartel" Palmer continue to mount as the embattled deejay has been charged with murder yet again.

Detectives from Criminal Investigation Branch in Constant Spring, St. Andrew issued a murder charge against Kartel and Kiro Jones aka "Ray Jones," on Monday evening. The charges are in relation to the murder of Clive Williams aka "Lizard." Williams was murdered on August 16th 2011 in Havendale, St. Andrew. It had been reported weeks earlier that a badly burnt body was found in a building believed to be owned by the self-proclaimed "Worl’ Boss."

Vybz Kartel is currently in jail awaiting an October 26th hearing where he's expected to answer charges of murder, conspiracy to murder and illegal possession of a firearm in relation to the shooting death of Barrington "Bossie" Burton, a 27 year old businessman/promoter from a St. Catherine address.

He also is facing a November 10th court date where he will answer a ganja possession charge stemming from his initial arrest September 29th at a small hotel in New Kingston. "Di Teacha" since pleaded not guilty to said charges at the Corporate Area Resident Magistrates Court in Kingston.

OutAroad.com was recently informed by G Whizz's manager that a certain tour promoter has been spreading propaganda claiming that the artiste was denied of a visa by the British Embassy…G Whizz's manager wishes to inform the public that there’s no truth to the propaganda.

Below is a statement from G Whizz's manager

G whizz was denied a British visa and was unable to take up an offer for a European tour. As G Whizz manager, I would like to take this opportunity to inform G Whizz's fans and promoters alike that that information is NOT true and should be treated as such as rubbish. G Whizz has no issues with any embassy and can travel anywhere around the world once all relevant details regarding tours are clarified.

I hope you guys understand our position and hope that a different arrangement can be made for us to work together. G whizz apologizes for any inconvenience cause and hope that the false information issue didn't cause a harmful impression on the promoters.

When it comes on to hitting the right conscious musical notes, singjay I-Octane seems to have found the right formula.

That is a proven fact with numbers such as Lose A Friend, My Life and the ganja loving Puff It. But there is no easing up as the Digicel Brand Ambassador is once more at it, this time with Burn Dem Bridge.

Ever since it hit the airwaves it has been receiving a steady buzz, it has even caught on already in parts of the Caribbean as evidenced by the eager response he got from his recent performance in St Kitts.

Listening to Burn Dem Bridge it is easy to figure out why it has been embraced by music listeners. Recorded to a catchy beat I-Octane chants "Tek up inna tings dem neva ask the Lord fah, it's not a laughing matter, ungratefulness causes disaster… dem burn dem bridge.."

The song comes with the singjay trademark philosophy on life and his stance on living it.
Burn Dem Bridge was produced by Big Ship's Stephen Di Genius McGregor and sees singer and producer working together for the first time.

PR JAMAICA ENT - KINGSTON: The self-professed "Flossing King" is back with a vengeance thanks to his latest release on the confrontational War Monger Riddim.

Dancehall star, Flippa Mafia unveiled his newest single, "Money Fight War" on the Open Ear Records produced Riddim; showcasing his lack of fear regarding lyrical battle. In the song, Flippa Mafia leaves no stone unturned; calling out some of Dancehall's biggest names such as Bounty Killer, Tony Matterhorn and long-time rival, Elephant Man.

In "Money Fight War," Flippa implies that too many artistes are pretending to be rich while entering lyrical clashes. The "Flossing King" deejays, Killa how yuh bruk an' wid Beenie, yuh gone look war? Dem tek weh u van, yuh gone go rent car, drive wid Hennessey, yuh nah buy out no bar, Drunkie! Bruk man cyaah fight war."

He also calls Elephant Man a "light thief" with reference to his confrontation with JPS. Additionally, he addresses Tony Matterhorn, saying, Inna di war, Matterhorn a move stale, nah buy no house, a move from to hill to hill, him betta dan Energy God cah him a pay light bill, Majji, bruk man cyaah fight war."

PR JAMAICA ENT - KINGSTON: Reggae-In-Fusion artiste "Cuban Cohiba" and his American producer are coming to Jamaica to give the "Princess of Dancehall" an international boost.

Jamaican-born veteran reggae artiste, Ardie "Cuban Cohiba" Wallace, currently based in Hartford, Connecticut, is due in the island later this year to collaborate with Tiana for the comedy duet, Don't Cry.

The Budweiser-sponsored reggae singer, known for the hit singles, Enuf is Enough and Born on Third Base, also co-wrote the lyrics for Don't Cry with his American producer Roger Meltzer, CEO and Director of A & R for Capsicum Records, LLC. Meltzer, long-inspired by the reggae genre since the days of Bob Marley, is an advocate of what he calls the Reggae-In-Fusion sound, producing the highly acclaimed Reggae-In-Fusion Album #1 released in February, 2010. Along with Hartford's Osborne "Ifield" Joseph, Meltzer co-produced Enuf Is Enough, Wallace's collaboration with legendary dancehall deejay Shabba Ranks that was well-received by fans in Jamaica and internationally.

By Jocelyn Vena (@jocelyn1212)
MTV

Many fans who watched Rihanna's "We Found Love" video were quick to tie the clip to the pop star's own experiences, describing the video as an "intense" visual experience.

The video, directed by Melina Matsoukas ("Hard," "S&M," "Rude Boy," "Rockstar 101"), tells the story of two young people driven not only by their dangerous passion for one another, but an equally dangerous passion for drugs. While their experiments with drugs certainly plays a big part in the story, their abusive relationship also helps weave the tale of the couple, played by Rihanna and British model/boxer Dudley O'Shaughnessy.

Rihanna has always been open about her own struggles in an abusive relationship, notably her relationship with Chris Brown, which culminated in a 2009 assault. In the two-plus years since the headline-making experience, Rihanna has moved the narrative toward her musical endeavors, which includes her forthcoming album, Talk That Talk, but the video also reminds fans of the singer's past, one she's never shied away from discussing.

The Rich This Year artiste Charly Black will be kicking off his intense promotional campaign with “Too Bless” which was produced by Coppershot a song that as already become a favorite among numerous radio disc jocks. This intense promotion will also be boasted with the help of a cleanly cut video that will be shot and directed by Celebrity Heavy Film Company.

Charly Black gives OutAroad.com brief idea of what fans can expect from Too Bless video.

" It's Friday, I got paid, then robbed, but at the end of the day there is hope. This song, is also rotating heavily on the airwaves, the fans can definitely relate to this song."

Charly Black also quipped that there will be a video shoot for his latest single: "Ungrateful," which is produced by Gesta Music.

Charly further explained: "My latest single 'Agony,' was produced by Birch Hill Records, It is being played more in the dancehall than on radio."

The artiste is already off to an explosive start with his music being embraced both on the international and local scene.

Gospel artiste Prodigal Son confesses that he has the love of God boiling up and coursing through every cell in his body. And as a way of expressing that uniquely intimate relationship with his Maker, the artiste has penned a song like no other.

Entitled Love Me Like This, the single on his very own Radikal Prodigal label, is as confounding as it is enticing. Amid all debate about the edginess of the song, one thing is crystal clear, Love Me Like This is a love song. However, the question that arises is: Love for whom? Is Prodigal Son expressing his love for a God who loves him unconditionally - the agape type of love? Or is he pouring out his passionate love for a woman - the eros?

"This is definitely all about my love for God. This is my testimony," Prodigal Son says without even a hint of a smile.
As a matter of fact, with all that is being said about the single and its inappropriateness for church worship, the artiste refuses to go into defense mode. Prodigal Son instead takes time to quietly emphasise the fact that "all love is from God and of God" and that church music is always evolving.

By Marc Parc
OutAroad.com Writer

Internationally acclaimed singjay, Windel Beneto Edwards, more popularly known as Gyptian, is the subject of controversy following a drunken rant recently captured on video

A video surfaced Thursday on youtube with the "Beautiful Lady" singer in studio addressing how his collaboration with American hip-hop superstar, Nicki Minaj came about for the "Hold Yuh" remix. According to Gyptian, Minaj never jumped on the original "Hold Yuh" single when asked to voice the song. Once the single gained international acclaim, Gyptian implied that's when Minaj decided to do the collaboration.

"Is a f**k up b, guess wah bun me out a everything and den di gal a jump pon di song. Di b***h a get $25,000 from VP dem fi get di bloodcl*t song hard and never bloodc***t go pon di song, and when di song go out and get big now she jump pon di song off a her own. First ting she ask when dem ask her fi voice pon di song, Who Gyptian? She nuh kno mi," Gyptian said.

Jamaica's Life Soon Sort Out hit-maker G Whizz latest single "Bartender" is currently dominating the #2 position on the MTV Dancehall Charts. "Bartender" has proven to be a major hit in Jamaica, USA, Europe, Japan and Africa.

The Bartender hit-maker has also been creating major waves both on the local and international scene with his new songs, "Dash Weh Yuh Trouble" and "Haffi Win."

G Whizz is also "Featured Artiste Of The Week," on the STAMPEDE'S STREETS CHARTS (October 19, 2011).

OTHER PROJECTS

G Whizz recently released a mixtape titled "Affi Win" which is hosted by Teacha & Mackerel, this mixtape with a mainstream appeal, proves itself a club and street banger. Fun, witty lyrics accompanied with immaculate production makes this song yet another hit for the artist.

A video was recently shot for the artiste latest single: "Who Jah Bless" which was produced by: Gachapan Records. The video includes clippings from G Whizz's tour in Japan.

"Who Jah Bless" has been #1 on Japan iTune for most downloads for one week!

American businessman Corey Todd will begin releasing dancehall and reggae music online through iTunes beginning next week. The first wave of releases will include the entire catalogue of music that he has produced in the past three months. He has scored hits such as Jahvinci's In My Life and Eagle and Hawk in recent months, both with producer Ainsley 'Notnice' Morris.

"I have my own iTunes account through which I will be releasing dancehall and reggae songs. I will be releasing projects that I have with the producers Notnice, Black Spider and Dre Day. I am also looking to do joint deals with other producers and I am willing to put up my own money as well to amp up promotion. If you come to me with a project that I love, I will shoot music videos for it, pump up the airplay, get it on mixtapes and playing in the club. I will go all out, I want to make dancehall music into a real viable industry. This was my dream all along and I am going after it," Todd said in a release.

Todd also plans to release new music every Tuesday via iTunes.

He is presently promoting Khago's latest single, If This Is Not Love, and the video for the song will be released this week as well.

Gyptian alongside Sean Paul donated their performance on Tuesday night at the Rockhouse Foundation Dinner at Joe's Pub in NYC.

Gyptian helped to raise approximately $150,000 to assist schools in Negril, Jamaica. The Rockhouse Foundation run by Paul Salmon builds and renovates schools and libraries around Jamaica.

The event was also attended by Matt Dillon, Spragga Benz, Serge Becker, and Olatz Schnabel. However, Tyson Beckford and Sky Nellor also conducted an auction that amounted to more than $135,000 for the foundation.

The "Hold You" hit-maker recently released a video titled: "Hot Gyal" with (Harvey and Mista Brown), directed by Moon Runners and produced by RWMG Ltd.

By M. Jodee
OutAroad.com Writer

Embattled Veteran Dancehall artiste, Desmond "Ninja Man" Ballentine has dropped an assault case relating to an incident in which the deejay was hit in the head by a stone.

The "Bad Man Can't Make Love," deejay, who's awaiting the start of his murder trial, was knocked unconscious by a stone, concealed in a sock, by a fellow inmate. Ninja Man immediately pressed charges following the August 3rd incident at the Horizon Adult Remand Centre in Kingston.

The accused, Kevin "Nashy" Maitland, was acquitted of the charge in the Corporate Area Resident Magistrate's Court on Thursday after Ninja Man insisted that he no longer wished to pursue the matter. The prominent artiste intimated that he wasn't sure who threw the stone after him; placing the blame on Maitland given that he was the closest man within the vicinity of the incident.

Maitland responded by suggesting that the alleged incident was prompted by a war started by Ninja Man and his prison block. Additionally, Maitland stated that Ninja Man threw a water bottle at one of the TVs; igniting the war within the prison.

Ninja Man was charged with murder in relation to a March 2009 incident in which he, his song and two other men were involved in the shooting death of Richard Johnson. The long-awaited murder trial was postponed again in June; rescheduled for November 28th.

By Marc Parc
OutAroad.com Writer

Internationally acclaimed Reggae singjay, Miguel Orlando Collins, better known as Sizzla Kalonji, has announced a return date regarding on-stage performances.

Last week, the "Solid as a Rock" singer announced that he was close to 100% fitness following a serious motor cycle crash that he was involved in last month in St. Ann; suffering multiple broken bones and a rupture liver in the accident. Additionally, he signaled his intent to shoot two new videos for singles from his 65th studio album, The Scriptures that was released this past summer.

However, Sizzla has once again addressed advertisement made by unscrupulous promoters; claiming he would perform at upcoming stage shows he had yet to agree to. To put an end to the speculation; intimating that fans will have to wait until the New Year (2012) to see him perform live, on-stage.

Sizzla hasn't performed a live show overseas since 2009 and hasn't performed overall since this past July.

Zimbabweans set aside their dissapointment in the absence of the God Father of Jamaican Soul Music, Mr. Beres Hammond, Saturday October 15th at Glamis Arena, Harare, Zimbabwe when Fantan Mojah gave possibly his best and longest performance to date in a single show. It was indeed Fantan's first ever performance on an African stage and the bobo was prepared to give his fans as much as he could give in a single performance.

Entering the stage with his 'Fire Child' single to an highly energized, humongous crowd that had already been swamped with a superb performance by veteran Reggae artiste Cocoa Tea, Fantan Mojah was in control. Fantan's three hours of performance excited the crowd at the Lion Lager Beer Festival from start to finish, he almost sang his entire catalogue and interacted well with the audience who received him with much appreciation which was demonstrated with a show of full encore for every song he sang, "me heart full" said Fantan, "the feeling I get when people show me the love my Zimbabweans fans show me, words can't explain" he said.

Dancehall artiste Denno delivered a credible performance at the just concluded Grace Tropical Rhythms Port Royal Seafood Festival.

The artiste whose current hit single Tek Mi Life has been number one on CVM TV's Hit List countdown for the past two weeks, clearly improved on his showmanship as he held the capacity crowd inside the venue under his command for the ten minutes that he entertained.

Reeling off songs including Tek Mi Life, Caan Stop Da Yute Yah and his new single Mix Up Time (which is on the Over proof rhythm), the Master One recording artiste had the crowd eating out of the palm of his hands.

Commenting on his performance, Denno said "I think I have matured as a performer and I am more settled now in delivering the kind of performance that is expected from an artiste."

It was Denno's second time performing at the annual event. "The experience was great and I am thankful for the opportunity to perform for the people of Port Royal and others, who came out to the event," said Denno.

By Marc Parc
OutAroad.com Writer

Internationally acclaimed superstar, Elephant Man has been one of the models for consistency within the Jamaican music industry for over a decade. Prior to being known as Dancehall's "Energy God," this prominent artiste had long been embedded within the genre's framework; taken under the tutelage of a duo of Jamaican musical legends.

Elephant Man was born Oneil Bryan on September 11th, 1974; earning the nickname "Dumbo Elephant" as a child for his larger than usual ears. Despite concerns his mother expressed regarding his early pursuit of becoming a musician, Bryan followed his dream. While attending high school, Bryan was known for using his desks to bang out Riddims and tunes, to the enjoyment of his classmates and friends.

During Bryan's high school years, two internationally renowned deejays, Bounty Killer and Shabba Ranks were residents of his Seaview Gardens neighbourhood while the legendary King Jammy's studio was just block from his house. On occasions, Bryan travelled to King Jammy's in an attempt showcase his talents; hoping producers and fellow artistes would take notice. His attempts proved successful as Bounty Killer took notice of him while singing at the studio's gates; suggesting that Bryan join a group he was forming featuring Seaview-based teens.

The group featuring Bryan was originally named Seaview Family, but was later changed to the Scare Dem Crew as a result of Bounty Killer's hit single, "Big Guns Scare Dem." While recording with the group, Bryan was also mentored by Grammy Winning deejay, Shabba Ranks who dubbed him with the stage moniker, "Elephant Man." With his new stage name, Elephant Man, alongside Harry Toddler, Nitty Kutchie and Boom Dandimite proved a formidable group while with Scare Dem Crew. The group's presence was strong during the mid-90s and in 1999, Scare Dem Crew released their critically acclaimed album, Scared From The Crypt.

By Secret Agent
OutAroad.com Writer

A few weeks ago a story was published stating that Portmore Empire's recording artiste Popcaan bookings would be channeled through Beenie Man's former manager Patrick Roberts of Yung Vibes Ent. which was once known to the public as Shocking Vibes.

The fact that Adidjahiem Records is no longer responsible Popcaan's booking...is he still being managed by Vybz Kartel?

However, the Worl' Boss who's still behind bars has issued a statement making it clear that he's still in charge of the Portmore Empire Artistes, but Popcaan's name is missing from the list.

Below is a copy of Vybz Kartel's statement:

Adidjahiem Records would like to announce that they are still the booking and management agents for Portmore Empire artists.

In a statement issued through his lawyer Michael Deans, Adidjahiem Records CEO Adidja 'Vybz Kartel' Palmer stated that "Portmore Empire artists Vanessa Bling (Gaza Slim), Sheba, Tommy Lee, and Shawn Storm are still booked and managed by Adidjahiem Records. As such, any bookings or commitments coming through any other channels will not be honored."

Palmer also states that booking and management related requests should be made to Calvin Haye at 876-261-4813, 876-289-8889 or adidjahiemrec@gmail.com.

Tad's Record is once again partnering with Reggae icon Gregory Isaacs' African Museum label for Gregory Isaacs -The African Museum & Tad's Collection Vol. II, which will be released on October 25th, marking the one year anniversary of Isaacs' passing. Part proceeds from the album sales will be donated to the Gregory Isaacs Foundation, which was established by his widow June Isaacs earlier this year. Ms. Isaacs will also utilize the tribute album to launch a drug awareness campaign in memory of her husband, who battled drug addiction throughout his 42-year career.

Described by the New York Times as "the most exquisite vocalist in Reggae," his smoothly haunting vocals and stirring lyrics about love, heart ache, and ghetto life garnered Isaacs - nicknamed the 'Cool Ruler' - international fame. Gregory Isaacs -The African Museum & Tad's Collection Vol. II is a two-disc collector's item featuring over 40 singles from Isaacs' illustrious catalogue including "My Number One," "Front Door," "Tune In," and "Slavemaster" from the 1978 Jamaican cult classic film Rockers. Vol. II also includes an extended version of his 1982 international hit "Night Nurse."

In 1973, Isaacs, along with Reggae singer Errol Dunkley, founded the African Museum Record label which produced his single "My Only Lover," credited as being the first 'lover's rock' styled Reggae single. "My Only Lover" is also included on Gregory Isaacs -The African Museum & Tad's Collection Vol. II.

By Marc Parc
OutAroad.com Writer

Prominent Dancehall singjay, David "Mavado" Brooks, continues to elevate his international status as he's set to unveil two new collaborative projects with American, superstar artistes.

Mavado was recently in the West African nation of Ghana as he gave his first African performance inside the Accra Sports Stadium in the country's capital city. Reportedly, there was pandemonium amongst the 10,000 fans in attendance once he graced the stage; performing a slew of hit singles such as "So Special," amongst countless others. Afterwards, Mavado was quoted by Ghanaian media as suggesting that it was one of his best performances and that he’d like to perform in other African countries very soon.

Mavado, who recently returned from a promotional tour in the United States, is looking to build on the momentum he has gained on the worldwide stage as he's set to unveil his debut album with DJ Khaled's We The Best Music Group. Last month, the Alliance-affiliated singjay signed a record deal with the American hip-hop disc jock turned artiste's label and later recorded the hit single, "Emergency" alongside label mate, Ace Hood.

PR Jamaica Ent - Kingston Jamaica: The self-proclaimed “Flossing King” of Dancehall, Flippa Mafia has re-asserted himself on the Jamaican music industry once again with his new single, "Nah Wish Bad"

The song, produced by Juke Boxx Productions, sees Flippa address Jamaicans who perceive themselves as Americans given their residence in the United States; not promoting money-making once on their home turf. "Nah Wish Bad," calls for Jamaicans who live abroad to remember where they've come from once establishing themselves overseas; not looking scornfully upon those they've left behind due to international status.

Flippa deejays, "Nuff man a mek money a foreign an' nah sen it a yard, have big house a foreign an' nah go no yard, hype vehicle a foreign, nah drive none a yard, and a dem same one a badmind down a yard."

High-powered Reggae label Downsound Records is officially announcing that they’ve re-opened their Kingston recording studio with the release of the VSOP Riddim. Committed to developing and nurturing fresh talent, Downsound's VSOP Riddim was produced by the label's team of young producers and engineers, namely Roel Powell and Kimani Smith, and features Downsound's arsenal of top-shelf talent; 2011 Magnum Kings & Queens runner up Specialist, femme fatale Toya, G Warren, and Motion, as well as veteran deejay Harry Toddler. Adding sheer power to the VSOP line-up are Dancehall king Beenie Man, and rising stars Jah Vinci and Khago.

"You A Life," the riddim's lead single, is Toya's bold and sassy declaration for women who "a nuh wife, dem a life." Specialist, whose debut single "Street Hustle" is currently #3 on the Jamaica Music Countdown, hits the VSOP Riddim hard with "Gallis Anthem," geared toward his substantial teen fan base. Beenie Man's "Be Ready," and Specialist's "Time Hard" are political/social commentaries on issues affecting the 'ghetto youth' and poor people. Other stand-out singles that top the list came from Harry Toddler, G. Warren, Motion, Jah Vinci, and Khago round out the VSOP Riddim compilation, which is largely driven by new talent, versus the usual crop of well-known deejays.

By M Jodee
OutAroad.com Writer

Portmore Empire artiste, Shawn Campbell, more popularly known as Shawn Storm is once again a free man following a four day stay behind bars.

The "My Life" singjay turned himself into police on Monday after being named a person of interest by Portmore police. Though some speculated that Shawn Storm's arrest was directly linked to the murder case against his long-time mentor, Vybz Kartel, no reasoning was offered by police regarding the nature of his arrest. He was transferred from a St. Catherine to the Constant Spring Police station earlier in the week.

Shawn Storm was freed after his lawyer, Michael Deans, filed a habeas corpus application in the Corporate Area Resident Magistrate's Court on Friday morning. According to Deans, he was on his way to court to address the matter when a senior superintendent informed him that the St. Andrew North did not have any interest in Shawn Storm. As a result, he was reportedly processed and released Friday afternoon. The Gaza singjay has yet to comment on the matter.

Shawn Storm's arrest came a week after Vybz Kartel was charged with murder, conspiracy to murder and illegal possession of a firearm in connection with the shooting death of Barrington "Bossie" Burton, a businessman/promoter of a St. Catherine address. Kartel is expected to return to court October 26th to answer those charges.

by Chris Lewton

Lil Wayne is now the first artist to hit number 1 with six songs on Billboard’s Mainstream R& B Hip-Hop radio airplay chart in just one year. On October 14th, he took his sixth victory with the fourth single from his latest album, “The Carter IV.” The song, titled “She Will” and featuring Drake, rose from third place on the chart to first. “The Carter IV” was listed among the top 200 albums in August, selling nearly a million copies in just its first week.

The previous record for number 1 chart list singles was held by Usher. Lil Wayne surpassed Usher’s record of four hits when his “How To Love” took a top spot, following “6 Foot 7 Foot” featuring Cory Gunz, “Look At Me Now,” “Motivation,” and “I’m On One.” The last three songs are actually titles that Wayne himself has been featured on. There has been talk of whether or not it can actually be considered fair that Wayne has received credit for singles reaching the number 1 spot when he was only a featured guest, but for now, the position of record-breaker remains his.

By Marc Parc
OutAroad.com Writer

More artistes have been confirmed for Buju Banton's benefit concert this December; aimed at funding the Reggae legend's upcoming appeal regarding his 10 year sentence this past February.

Prominent Reggae artistes, Norris Man and Glen Washington have been confirmed to perform at Buju’s benefit concert along with "High Grade" singer, Tony Curtis and Miami-based Reggae/Roots singer, Gail Ann. The event, promoted by Taranee J Production in coalition with Supa D Promotions, is scheduled to take place Saturday December 3rd at the Supa D Tropical Bar & Grill in Tampa, Florida; commencing at 1pm. Patrons seeking to attend the special event will donate US$20 to support the cause.

In addition to the aforementioned artistes confirmed for the event, internationally acclaimed Reggae artiste, Capleton is a strong probability to perform at the concert, according to the promoters of the event. Meanwhile, other Reggae acts such Lutan Fyah, Jigsy King, Morgan Heritage singer, Gramps Morgan and Big Ship master, Freddie McGregor have yet to be confirmed for the benefit concert. However, they have all expressed interest in performing at the Florida-based stage show.

Buju Banton was convicted on three drug charges in relation to a December 2009 incident in which he conspired to organize a drug deal in a police controlled warehouse. He is currently serving his ten sentence at the Limestone County Correctional Institution in Groesbeck, Texas. The "Destiny" singer is scheduled to be released from prison on February 1, 2019; counting time already served between his two drug trials. However, Buju's legal team has long indicated that they would appeal his conviction in an effort to reduce his sentence.

It’s not Tom, or Harry who has caught dancehall artiste, Spice’s eye - it’s Dick.

The humorous, pun-filled song, My Boyfriend, Dick, released only a few days ago on producer, Seanizzle’s Sunrise Riddim, has already garnered raised eye-brows, laughs and more importantly increasing airplay.

My Boyfriend, Dick tells of Spice’s affection for her fictitious boyfriend of that name, and she says, “The idea came to me when I heard the beat. It just popped into my head and I built a song around it. It’s definitely a fun song and I know there are some persons who will misread the title, but it’s just a fun play on words. I try to make my songs fun, with vivid imagery and sometimes with lots of puns that the fans will love.”

Spice, whose correct name is Grace Hamilton and a past student of the St. Catherine High School, says drama and poetry were among her favourites in high school, “So that has definitely impacted what I write and sing about and how I put my music together. My dramatic background definitely comes out in my performances and stage show fashion. It’s that kind of love for the arts that led me to the Edna Manley College, but I opted to forego that and went straight into music as a career instead.”

In addition to My Boyfriend, Dick, Spice’s single, Hot Patty Wine, produced by her management team, Movers and Shakers Ltd., has been slowly making its way through parts of Africa. “That song has both an Afrocentric feel to it plus aspects of dancehall, and those are both things which an African fan-base love. I’ll be there very soon, plus I have another surprise up my sleeve for my African fans - so they can definitely watch out.”

Dancehall artiste Flexxx‘s fresh musical concepts and unique flair has paid off. Not only has this translated into increased concert bookings, but also a much-coveted management deal courtesy of international powerhouse, Hapilos Entertainment Group.

The recording contract, also outfitted with a brand new BMW as a signing bonus, is another feather in the hat of the Alliance and Gully Squad artiste known for his songs, Fresh, Gullyside College, Have Weh Fi Gih Mi, and others. Flexxx, who recently returned to the island after a successful East Coast tour of the United States alongside fellow dancehall star, Mavado, says he is happy with the evolution of his career and the loyalty of his Haplios Entertainment team.

“Hapilos Entertainment has been my official management team for over a year now. The initial agreement was for a one-year deal, like a ‘feeling-out period’,” says Flexxx, whose correct name is Omar Henry.

He added, “That one year has now come and gone. Upper management liked what they saw so I was invited to New York to sit and talk with them. The result was a beefed up extension of my contract…I love working with Hapilos Entertainment because it’s not a company where anybody can just run in and force the timing. They take their time and do their groundwork and when the time is right they make things happen the right way.”

Sounds familiar? Yes! Of course
It's the intro to Mek mi mutton/Bad Goat Billy, one of Bambino aka Trever off Key's most comical songs.

This songs has many of us smiling or dying of laughter as it fills our airwaves, because is undoubtedly not what we are accustomed to hearing, as it not only brings a new twist to lyrical content but to the artiste itself, a singing goat!

So we have been hearing the song for a while and have been patiently waiting for the day that we will get to see this infamous Bad Goat Billy in action, well guess what? The video is finally here!!

The animation created by Yeuniek Hinds,student at UWI Mona, shows this goat in his element of the farm, relating to us why he is Bad Goat Billy.

Look out for this animated video as it will premiere tonight on local television station and cable television. I guarantee you, it will not disappointed but will only provide an entertaining visual to an equally entertaining song.

Internationally acclaimed Reggae artiste, Sizzla Kalonji, is close to a full recovery following a serious motor cycle accident last month. As a result, the singer is ready to return to the music scene.

Sizzla has been resting comfortably at home since the bike crash in Runaway Bay, St. Ann. The crash left the "Solid as a Rock" singer with multiple broken bones as well as a ruptured liver. He spent 10 days in a Kingston-based hospital, receiving treatment for his injuries before his release on September 4th.

In a statement issued by Sizzla on Thursday, he expressed his gratitude towards his loved ones, fans and the doctors who made his hospital stay worthwhile. Now the Judgement Yard singjay feels as if he’s back to full strength. "I am feeling very strong, healthy, and I am coming along well. Thanks to the Most High Jah Rastafari," Sizzla intimated.

However, Sizzla claimed that he has been advertised for a variety of upcoming stage shows that he has yet to agree to. The singer explained that he has not authorized any winter tours or performances overseas since 2009, his most recent tour. Additionally, he has warned his fans not to be fooled by the rogue promoters, potentially scheming to scam money from them for these advertised shows.

(AP) BIRMINGHAM, Alabama - Rapper Rick Ross was reportedly hospitalized in Alabama after suffering two medical scares in six hours that required planes to be diverted.

The first scare came Friday afternoon as Ross was on a Delta Air Lines flight from Fort Lauderdale, Fla., to Memphis, Tenn., where Ross was scheduled to appear at a University of Memphis basketball event that night. The plane returned to Florida after Ross suffered an unspecified medical problem. He was treated at a Fort Lauderdale hospital, and he even tweeted afterward: "Memphis here I come."

But after Ross hopped a Memphis-bound private jet, it made an unscheduled landing in Birmingham, Ala., because the 34-year-old singer experienced another medical problem, Memphis basketball coach Josh Pastner told a crowd at the Friday night event where Ross was to appear.

"On his way to Memphis," Pastner said, "he had to make another emergency landing, in Birmingham. He got really sick again, and they had to rush him to the emergency room."

WMC-TV in Memphis reported that Ross suffered a second medical seizure and had been hospitalized. The news station said the University of Alabama-Birmingham Hospital would not comment on his condition.

By Marc Parc
OutAroad.com Writer

Prominent Dancehall/Reggae artiste, Tami Chynn has already accomplished many accolades in her musical career and still is in her prime as an artiste. Before the world became familiar with this sexy songstress, Tami's roots within the Dancehall/Reggae framework had already been embedded.

Tami Chynn was born Tammar Anika Chin on June 14th 1983 in St. Andrew. Chynn was bred and raised in a multicultural background; to a Jamaican mother with British ancestry and a Chinese father with Cherokee ancestry. During her younger years whilst in St. Andrew, Chynn attended St. Peter & Paul Prep School before heading to Campion College.

However, it was at the tender age of 14 when Chynn decided to pursue her dream of becoming a musician by migrating to London, England. Encouraged by her parents, who were also musicians, Chynn spent three years in London; studying the performing arts and perfecting her abilities as a singer.

At the age of 17, Chynn returned to Jamaica looking to put what she learnt overseas to practice. She was recruited by legendary Dancehall/Reggae act, Shaggy as a dancer during his "Caught Red Handed" world tour in 2001. That experience gave Chynn confidence to pursue her music career and in 2003, under the moniker, Tami Chynn, she collaborated with fellow upcoming artiste, Kid Kurupt for the sultry single, "Rock U." The song and accompanying video showcased Tami's scintillating vocals and sex appeal to the masses; gaining acclaim locally.

Reacting to a poster circulating on Facebook that suggests that Beenie Man will be performing live at a birthday party event at a club called Euro in Miami, Florida, Beenie Man's management team is asking promoters to desist from advertising events suggesting that the artiste will be performing when they know that he has not been granted a work permit.

"The person who is hosting the birthday party is a personal friend of mine and he invited Beenie Man to attend the event, but not to perform. We don't have a work permit, there is no contract, no fees have been paid over. Beenie Man would have made an appearance at the event just to party with the fans and not to perform, so I was upset when I went to a club over the weekend and somebody handed me a flyer advertising 'Beenie Man Live' this Friday at Club Euro in Miami. Beenie Man will not be performing at this event," an upset-sounding 'Blue', Beenie Man's manager said in a release.

Since losing his US work permit, Beenie Man has concentrated his energies on the local market scoring major hits such as 'Jancro' on the Overproof riddim, as well as the number one hits 'Inna the Go Go Club' and 'Nuh Talk Too Long'.

OutAroad Weekly Top Ten Reggae Chart

TW LW WOC ARTIST -- TITLE -- LABEL

01 (01) (08) Tarrus Riley -- Shaka Zulu Pickney - Bombrush Records

02 (02) (09) Etana -- People Talk - VP Records

03 (04) (07) Vybz Kartel -- Yea Though I Walk – Human Rights Production

04 (06) (03) Laza Morgan feat. Mavado -- One by One - Elektra

05 (05) (05) Tony Rebel -- Love Soldier - Penthouse Records

06 (07) (05) Tiana -- Don’t Trust Dem - CashFlow Records

07 (03) (12) Protoje ft Ki-mani Marley -- Rasta Love - Don Corleon - (3wks@#1)

08 (09) (01) Busy Signal - Life (Sticky Inna Earth - Good Good Productions (Zum)

09 (10) (01) Tiana -- Highest Grade Song - OutAroad

10 (NEW) (0) Nazine - Neva Haffi Wake - K20 Records/ Jah Snowcone Ent

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TOP FIVE BUBBLERS

1 Mr. Vegas, Shaggy & Josey Wales -- Sweet Jamaica - Clifford Ray Music

2 Sophia Squire -- Nature Calling - Tremor Maddanize/Bredrocmusic

3 Romain Virgo -- I Am Rich In Love - Lifetime Music

4 Shaggy -- Sugarcane - Ranch Entertainment

5 Colin Levy -- Lover's Holiday - Kings of Kings

by BRUNA NESSIF
Eonline

Nicki Minaj is known for being one of the strongest female voices in the hip-hop world - even Rolling Stone put her on their list of the top rappers in the game right now - but it sure wasn't easy.

The 28-year-old, who is not married to Drake, revealed in the November issue of Cosmopolitan that her struggles to make it in the music industry fell so heavily on her that she felt completely worthless and even contemplated suicide.

"I kept having doors slammed in my face," Minaj told the mag. "I felt like nothing was working. I had moved out on my own, and here I was thinking I'd have to go home."

But going home wasn't the worst of her thoughts.

"It was just one dead end after another. At one point, I was, like, 'What would happen if I just didn't wake up?' That's how I felt. Like, 'Maybe I should just take my life?'"

Luckily, Minaj (and all her rapping alter egos) didn't let the constant rejection discourage her from trying to do what she loves. And in the end, our little star got linked up with some of the industry's greatest artists, created a Barbz fan army on Twitter and was asked to open for Britney Spears' latest tour, so we'd say it all worked out pretty well.

Like the true go-getter Nicki is, she has a lot more plans for her future.

"I will have put out five albums and will have an Oscar and Grammys," she says. "And I will be getting married and, a couple of years after that, will have a bun in the oven. My whole life is about being Nicki Minaj now. It's a never-ending saga."

By Marc Parc
OutAroad.com Writer

Polarizing Dancehall superstar, Adidja "Vybz Kartel" Palmer may soon have more serious legal battles to fight in the near future.

The Portmore Empire leader was charged with murder, conspiracy to murder and illegal possession of a firearm in relation to the shooting death of a businessman/promoter in Gregory Park, St. Catherine. He has been held in custody since September 29th when he was initially arrested for possession of marijuana at a small, New Kingston based hotel. Over the last two days, "Di Teacha," has been denied bail in regards to both cases. On Wednesday, he was ordered to re-appear at the Corporate Area Resident Magistrates Court on Friday to answer his murder charges while his lawyers are expected to file a renewed bail application.

Now it's being speculated that Kartel could face additional murder charges in the very near future. According to reports, the self-professed "Worl’ Boss" is also being investigated for his potential role in a double murder that occurred in Portmore, St. Catherine earlier this year.

Last week it was reported that Kartel was linked to the shooting death of a male dancer in Waterford, St. Catherine.

Kartel spoke out on Friday regarding his arrest from behind bars; claiming that the police are using him as a target before singing out lyrics questioning why the police decided to arrest him.

With a long list of achievements already accomplished in Mavado's incredible career, Gully Gad passed a personal milestone last weekend by performing in Africa for the first time. Mavado performed in front of a 10,000-strong crowd inside the capitol's Accra Sports Stadium, in Ghana.

"Long time mi suppose to reach Africa fi sing fi di people," said Mavado. "But nothing before time. It was a great experience and I felt so at home there. Ghana reminded me so much of Jamaica, I loved it."

From the moment Mavado arrived in Ghana it was pandemonium as crowds followed him everywhere he went, wether on foot, bike or car as he did the promotional rounds and hung out at various spots in Accra. Indeed Mavado had to remain in his car for nearly 20 minutes when he arrived at the stadium, such was the throng of excitement surrounding the motorcade that brought him in. It was triumphant chaos when Mavado finally emerged from his vehicle to enter the Stadium's field, surrounded by highly enthusiastic fans who formed a massive circle around him as he walked.

Promoters Fantasy Entertainment put on a great event inside the stadium, drawing the biggest crowd ever seen for a Reggae event in Ghana. A slew of Ghanaian performers put on great performances, from Reggae and Dancehall, rap, drumming and traditional genres. Samini was the local headliner, who put on a great show with his band before he made way for Gully Gad, backed by his Anger Management band.

By Secret Agent
OutAroad.com Writer

An extradition request of 5 has been ordered by the American Government…the list consist of two politicians, two business men and the list ends with the name of veteran entertainer. The names of the five men are yet to be released.

According to the US Government Official all five men are connected to Christopher Dudus Coke's case of racketeering in the US and conspiracy to commit assault in aid of racketeering.

They are expected to be handed over the authorities today.

Dudus is expected to be sentenced on December 8 in the United States Southern District Court of New York where he could face up to 23 years in prison.

By Marc Parc
OutAroad.com Writer

Internationally acclaimed singjay, David "Mavado" Brooks may soon be setting up shop in the continent of Africa ahead of an upcoming performance there.

Reports out of the West African nation of Ghana suggest that Mavado expressed his interest in migrating there to local journalists at a pre-concert press conference in Accra last weekend. The concert was hosting by Ghanaian Reggae artiste, Samini, who discussed the possibility of featuring the Alliance singjay on his show two years ago while visiting Jamaica.

Now, the "Gully God" has intimated that he'd love to move to Ghana in the near future as soon as he acquires land there; claiming that "Ghana reminds me of home." Additionally, Mavado said that Ghana feels like home given that he's an African due to ancestry and is very excited about the prospects of living in the Motherland.

The concert featuring Mavado will take place at the Accra Sports Stadium; home of the Ghanaian national football team. Reportedly, Mavado has been overwhelmed by the experience and expects great things from his upcoming performance.

(Atlanta, Georgia)-- International starlet, Barbee, who hails from Jamaica invaded this year's BET Hip Hop Awards weekend in Atlanta, Georgia. The songstress embraced not only the hot black carpet where she mingled amongst other celebrities, as well as, conducted interviews with V103, Hip Hop Weekly, 106 N Park and more media outlets. On the carpet, Barbee discussed her musical keen and talent while discussing the excitement surrounding being in the company of her peers abroad in the Music, Sports and Entertainment Industry. Jamaica's own, also enjoyed the nightlife events including parting with New York Knicks own, Amare Stoudemire, as well as, attended the T.I and Diddy party at Compound and Young Jeezy’s birthday party at Mansion Elan.

Barbee presents her exclusive BET Hip Hop Awards photogenic recap with stars that include Nelly, Erikah Badu, Busta Rhymes and Wiz Khalifa amongst other celebs.

Barbee expresses excitement on being able to travel the world as an entertainer, “I have been blessed to travel abroad and meet some of the most talented individuals within the industry. It was nothing but a world of opportunity and an exciting experience to be able to attend the BET Hip Hop Awards to witness honoring America’s most talented and driven individuals. I am eager for my peers and the world to learn and see more of my movement on an international level.”

Inspired Music Concepts recording artiste Cali P is enjoying great success with the release of his second album 'Unstoppable' which is distributed on his own independent label, Inspired Music Concepts.
The album was released on October 7th and has been amassing impressive sale figures since its release.

The album plowed into the reggae iTunes charts in Canada hitting number 2 in the top ten reggae albums, and also opened impressively in the United States by hitting number 7.

The album is being pushed by the international success of the artiste's single D'Sunne Schint which reached No 1 on iTunes Swiss Reggae Song Charts and No 1 in the German video charts in September on day of its release date.

Cali P is now in Europe where he is performing at a number of gigs in Sweden and Switzerland.

By Marc Parc
OutAroad.com Writer

The Portmore Empire once again faces more drama as Dancehall singjay, Shawn Campbell, more popularly known as Shawn Storm, is currently in police custody.

This news comes a week after Shawn's mentor and Empire leader, Vybz Kartel was slapped with murder charges relating to the shooting death of St. Catherine based businessman/promoter, Barrington "Bossie" Burton. Additionally, it was rumored last Thursday that fellow Kartel protégé’, Popcaan was leaving the Gaza group after it was announced that the Shocking Vibes label would take bookings on his behalf.

Now, news has emerged that Shawn Storm has been taken in by law enforcement after being named as a person of interest. Shawn Storm was turned in to the Portmore police on Monday morning by his attorney, Michael Deans who explained that the singjay was facing questioning. However, no details have emerged as to what exactly the Portmore Empire artiste is being questioned for or why he's been named by a person of interest. According to Deans, Shawn Storm is said to be fully co-operating with the authorities and denies any involvement in illegal activity.

Ce'Cile has had a constant presence in Europe and the Caribbean throughout her career...

Few Jamaican artistes have been able to consistently churn out relevant material locally, maintaining a large and loyal fan base while at the same time having an international appeal, Ce'Cile is one. Known as the Bad Gyal of Jamaican music, Ce’Cile is fresh and clean with a new album called Jamaicanization, New Videos and new dancehall tracks which will be essential to any popular DJ's playlist.

LOCAL APPEAL
Over the past months the artiste has maintained her presence locally with dancehall tracks such as Woot Woot (Smoking Riddim), Pree Mi (Blaze Fia Riddim) and more recently Tip Me (Green Faces Riddim) While on the reggae side she has released heavy hitters like When you're Gone (Cardiac Bass Riddim), Rise Up (Message Riddim) and Missing You (Monte Carlo Riddim). These are just some examples of how this musical dynamo straddles both the Reggae and Dancehall genres effortlessly. The artiste has just recently premiered the video for When You're Gone / Missing You.

Not only has Ce’Cile been dominating the local airwaves with some hot tracks but she has also been present on the local stage being a crowd puller at shows such as Reggae Sumfest 2011, LIME Fashion Nite Out, LIME ‘Skool Aid’ and several other locals shows. However, Ce’Cile's presence is always mostly felt on the international stage.

2012 is going to be a great year for Beyonce Knowles and Jay-Z.

The couple will welcome their first child in February, the 30-year-old singer announced on Australia's Sunday Night.

"Being pregnant already has changed my life. My husband and I have been together for 10 years, all of my twenties," she said. "I just feel like it's time and I'm very grateful that God has blessed me with the biggest gift any human can have."

Married since 2008, Knowles said she and Jay-Z (real name: Shawn Carter) made a conscious decision to hold off on starting a family.

"I think because I've accomplished a lot of things for myself and I really know who I am, I didn't rush into anything," she explained. "If there's any time, right now is the time, and I'm so happy."

Before she became pregnant, Knowles took a break from the spotlight to re-examine her life. "It was a bit overwhelming," she said. "I was a bit numb and kind of lost."

"I never even realized I needed a year off. I never realized I don't know how to take a year off," she added. "I've been managed by my father for a long time, and it's been a real change being separated from him. It was scary, but it empowered me."

Source: usmagazine

By M Jodee
OutAroad.com Writer

Internationally acclaimed deejay, Michelle "D'Angel" Downer has fired the latest salvo in the recently re-ignited Beenie Man-Bounty Killer feud; claiming her "Goodies" is what’s caused the rivalry to re-emerge.

D'Angel unveiled her controversial new single "Good Good," on Friday; produced by the self-titled record label, Good Good Productions. The song addresses Bounty and Beenie's recent exchange of diss songs, suggesting that her loving has caused unnecessary tension between the two legendary artistes.

At the beginning of the song, D'Angel refers to herself as "The Ex," before deejaying, "Di odda day mi see two man a par, All of a sudden my goods mek two man a war, and di two man a two mega star, Me unnu wan blame? Betta doe tek it too far." Later in the song, D'Angel asks for Beenie and Bounty to take her name out of their feud before telling Bounty, "Yuh will only be a b***h, if you counteract this."

By CLEO

Last month, it was reported the singer was smitten with British boxer-turned-model Dudley O'Shaughnessy. Rihanna is believed to have hit it off with O'Shaughnessy after handpicking him to appear in her new music promo.

The singer is currently in the UK with her world tour and has been enjoying the London nightlife. She was seen partying at Mayfair club Mahiki with O'Shaughnessy on Thursday evening.

Rihanna enjoyed herself into the early hours and was helped out of the nightspot by two burley security guards at 4.30am. Rihanna - who was wearing a lumberjack shirt, jeans, sunglasses and a fur gilet - then jumped into an awaiting car. She was photographed with a huge smile on her face as she and O'Shaughnessy were driven away.

The 23-year-old star was reportedly "flirting outrageously" with O'Shaughnessy on the set for the promo 'We Found Love'. The music video was filmed in Northern Ireland last month and the pair were spotted getting very close.

PR Jamaica Ent - Kingston: The "Princess of Dancehall," Tiana, continues her steady climb up the HYPE TV Dancehall/Charts as her single, "Gyal Mi Love Yuh," featuring Dancehall/Reggae superstar, Konshens jumped into the top 10 this week

TO VIEW HYPE TV RECENT CHART CLICK HERE

The scintillating single elevated one spot on the HYPE TV Dancehall Charts after just missing out on the Top Ten a week prior. The video for "Gyal Mi Love Yuh" has become a regular fixture on the network; elevating Tiana's status as one of the hottest Dancehall acts, male or female, within the genre since the beginning of the summer. Additionally, the video has amassed close to 50,000 YouTube views since its release in May.

Gyal Mi Love You is also making its presence felt on the OutAroad Top 20 Hot Singles Chart.

"Gyal Mi Love Yuh" is one of the many singles Tiana has unveiled since this past summer commenced. Songs such as "Haffi Mek It," "The Highest Grade Song," and her remix of Popcaan's "Ravin" entitled, "Pum Pum Phat" have all gained her acclaim across the Caribbean, North America and Africa also. Her most recent effort has only built that momentum as she made her presence felt on the dynamic Overproof Riddim with her single, "Bruk Out & Whine." In just two weeks, the video for the song has received more than 20,000 YouTube views when combined channels.

TO WATCH BRUK OUT AND WHINE CLICK HERE - OVER PROOF RIDDIM

Meanwhile, Vybz Kartel's single "Summer Time" remains #1 on the HYPE TV Chart for the second consecutive week while former protégé’, Jahvinci is in the runner-up spot with "In My Life" and former rival, Mavado takes third with "Delilah."

After a brief pause from her popular celebrity studded birthday party, Beach Sexy is finally back! DNZ productions and Hapilos International present Beach Sexy "Diva'Z Revenge".

The event will take place at Sugarman's Beach Club in Portmore, Jamaica on December 3rd 2011. The highly anticipated birthday bash will have music provided by ZJ Chrome, Foota Hype, Chris Diamond, Razz & Biggy, Flava Unit, Stone Love and Richie Feelings, it promises many surprises including celebrity guest.

Admission:$800 (women) and $1000 (men). $1200 at the gate.

This year has been one filled of changes for the multi media Diva Nikki Z, and when asked why now, she simply stated "the time is right"! DNZ Productions and Hapilos International recently staged New England's premiere music festival "Lakefest The Greatfest". The Diva Nikki Z also brought a hot weekly event to the New England area with "Rum Punch Sundays" while still hosting her weekly syndicated radio show "World Caribbean Countdown" and is the #1 Female DJ on the #1 Hip Hop station in CT Hot 93.7.

As if this was not enough she guest starred on SiriusXM "The Joint" and received such great response that they asked her to do it again! She will be hosting ‘The return of Mavado and the Gully Squad: Welcome to the Gully Tour’. November 4, 2011. Los Angeles, California a Hapilos International and Paperworks Ent production.

By Marc Parc
OutAroad.com Writer

Controversial Dancehall superstar, Adidja “Vybz Kartel” Palmer has spoken publicly for the first time since being charged for murder on Monday night.

The internationally acclaimed deejay was initially arrested last week Thursday at a small hotel in New Kingston; charged with possession of ganja. The following day, Kartel was taken to a series of premises he's believed to own or frequent before being held in custody at a Kingston based jail last weekend. Reportedly, a badly burnt body was found in one of Kartel's residences in Havendale, St. Andrew weeks prior. On Monday, "Di Teacha" was charged for murder, conspiracy to murder and illegal possession of a firearm in relation to the shooting death of a St. Catherine based businessman/promoter.

Earlier on Friday, Kartel made his feelings known publicly regarding his legal woes via an audio tape he sent out. In the tape, Kartel calls out the police who arrested him; saying, "Dem seh wi a fugitive, system a pre di Gaza general." Furthermore, the self-proclaimed "Worl' Boss" sang a few lyrics expressing his thoughts on the arrest. "Di system a pre mi, dem a seh mi is a don nuh call mi so, true mi help ghetto youths weh no have enough. Why you do dat Missa Officer? why you come inna mi house a search so fa? Wha you waan lock up Shorty fa? You neva si mi wid no gun inno officer," Kartel sang.

Meanwhile, it's being reported told that Kartel plans to release a single, in the near future, talking about the accusations made against him and why he feels singled out by law enforcement.

On Friday afternoon, Kartel pleaded not guilty to the charge of ganja possession in the Corporate Area Resident Magistrate's Court. The artiste's preliminary hearing, where he will answer to the aforementioned murder charges, has been tentatively set for October 13th.

By M Jodee
OutAroad.com Writer

The popular Jamaican reality series, Teacha's Pet will continue airing on local TV despite the show's centre piece, Vybz Kartel facing murder charges.

Following the withdrawal of sponsorship from Teacha's Pet by telecommunications outlet, LIME on Tuesday, speculation was rampant that CVM TV would no longer broadcast Kartel's reality show. A representative from CVM TV told IRIE FM that same day that Teacha's Pet would no longer be shown on the network as a result of Kartel's legal woes.
However, CVM TV's Programming Director, Ransford Ricketts confirmed on Friday that the network would continue to air episodes of Teacha's Pet for the foreseeable future. Ricketts explained in a radio interview that CVM TV was assessing the situation closely but never considered suspending or pulling the reality series from its airwaves. Following their assessment, along with strong demand from Kartel's fan base and fans of Teacha's Pet, Ricketts intimated that episodes of the reality show would continue to air as contractually obligated.

Pledging her support to the cause, Cherine encourages the entire nation to support the initiative by Yoplait which will see The Jamaica Cancer Society benefiting $8 from every pink lid 6 oz. cup of Yoplait yogurt sold during the period October 1st through November 13th, 2011.

The Jamaica Cancer Society and Yoplait under the theme "Taking care of the women in our lives" invite all Jamaicans to take responsibility and play their part in encouraging and supporting the women in their life to conduct ongoing self examinations, routine screening and understand the importance of early detection. This year's campaign also engages the men in our society to actively join the fight and encourage the women in their lives to do same.

Wisynco & Yoplait, unveiled the campaign at the recently held launch in Kingston and promised their continued support. Their donation of $8 from every pink lid 6oz. cup of Yoplait yogurt sold was pledged to The Jamaica Cancer Society and they have guaranteed a minimum donation of $500,000. In 2010, Wisynco through the "Save Lids to Save Lives" campaign donated over $800,000 to The Jamaica Cancer Society.

Timeka Marshall, the sultry Guyanese songstress, is riding the airwaves again with her newest release, a cover of the number one billboard hit, Waiting for You originally done by Richard Marx in 1989. The remake was produced jointly by Timeka and co-manager Kerwin Bollers and subsequently released on the Juke Boxx label two weeks ago.

Marshall also recently concluded the video for her newest collaboration, Beenie Man & Bravo which features Moses “Beenie Man” Davis and Dwayne Bravo The single was released jointly in September by 357 Records and Forty-Seven Records and the video directed by Janelle Dyer.

The singer sees the Beenie Man and Bravo project as a combination of Caribbean heavyweights. “It is truly a Caribbean integration. I got a call from Beenie Man’s management who said he wanted a singer to do the hook,” Marshall said. “I’m just grateful for the opportunity. I mean, he’s Beenie Man, King of the Dancehall!”

By Krazy Katty
OutAroad.com Writer

Latest Black Berry rumor to spread like a wild fire is that the Gaza Prefect Popcaan is no longer apart of the Kartel-led Gaza Camp.

According to a source close to the Ravin deejay…Popcaan is still an official Gaza member. "People need to get their facts right before they go spreading false news.” The source also added that Popcaan is now on the verge of widening his team and so far the newest person to be added was Beenie Man's former manager Patrick Roberts who will be dealing with booking arrangements.

Since 2011 Popcaan can be defined as one of the top five artistes in Jamaica after belching out a number of hits such as Ravin on the Summer Time Riddim…Only Man She Want on the Lost Angel Riddim…Hear Dem A Talk on the Bottle Party Riddim…We Nuh Fraid A People on the New Era Riddim… Nuh Box Pan Jaw 'All Now' on the Nymphomaniac Riddim…Head Bad on the V6 Riddim, just to name a few.

On to new challenges

Two separate venues, huge crowds, but there was, no doubting the high-energy performance that singjay I-Octane dished out in St Kitts and Costa Rica.

His first of two performances came in Costa Rica where he performed on More Life Fest 2K11 on September 30 alongside fellow Jamaican Tanya Stephens.

He exploded on stage to loud cheers and great enthusiasm from his fans there as he dished out one conscious number after another.

A few days later, October 2nd, to be exact he was in St Kitts at Beamount Park Race Track performing on So Long To Summer Bash.
Following the excitement of the day's horse racing, I-Octane performing on tracks delivered a sterling hour-long set to over 4,000 patrons.

So impressive was he that the promoters didn't waste any time in confirming him one year early for the annual event. The organizers weren't the only ones who were in for a surprise on the event as the artiste himself was a bit taken off guard.

With his husky voice delivering as only he can, singer Daville has scored yet another number one, this time it's with his latest single When I'm With You. Listening to him you can almost feel yourself being enveloped in his ultra smooth voice as the soothing strains of the sweet reggae music adds that perfect touch.

Daville definitely hit all the right notes in When I’m With You and it’s not surprising that the song has made its way to the number one spot on Jamaica Music Chart and is now in the number 9 position on Hype TV Top 20 chart;

But then number ones are nothing new to the singer as he has found himself in that position many times. Among his top scoring numbers were In Heaven, Can’t Get Over You and On My Mind.

That Daville has a passion for singing is no secret as he often jokes that he was born singing.

The Dancehall Veterans Claim Feud Shouldn't Be Taken Seriously

By M Jodee
OutAroad.com Writer

Is the recently re-ignited lyrical feud between Beenie Man and Bounty Killer a publicity stunt? Following a recent stage show featuring the two artistes, fans and observers have been left to wonder if that’s the case.

The two internationally acclaimed Dancehall entertainers shared the stage at Bounty Killer's Money Mondays event at Club Impulse in New Kingston on Monday night. This apparent show of unity follows recent exchanges of diss songs between Beenie Man and Bounty Killer. Despite making peace earlier this year, Beenie and Bounty's long-standing rivalry was once again at the fore following disparaging remarks the "War Lord" made about Beenie's divorce from fellow deejay, D'Angel. Beenie had claimed that D'Angel's decision to skip his birthday party and attend Bounty Killer's own was the final straw in his marriage to D'Angel while Bounty claimed that Angel was using Beenie for personal gain.

However, during the Money Mondays event, Bounty Killer and Beenie Man were together on stage; insisting that the lyrical war is friendly and that the two are cool with each other. Furthermore, the two revered deejays advised fans not to take the feud seriously despite the voracity displayed in the lyrics of the singles exchanged between the two.

By Marc Parc
OutAroad.com Writer

Vybz Kartel's prized protégés from the Portmore Empire have insisted that despite their leader being charged for murder, they're still sticking by their leader.

On Monday, Kartel was charged with murder, conspiracy to murder and illegal possession of a firearm regarding the shooting death of 27 year old businessman/promoter, Barrington "Bossie" Burton in Gregory Park, St. Catherine. To make matters worse, Kartel's reality show, Teacha's Pet lost its biggest sponsor as telecommunications outlet, LIME announced on Tuesday that they would no longer broadcast uncut episodes of the series. Additionally, producers of Teacha's Pet are discussing whether or not future episodes of Teacha’s Pet will be broadcast as a result of Kartel’s legal issues.

Despite the controversy surrounding the "Dancehall Hero", members of the Portmore Empire are showing loyalty towards their mentor. Empire artiste, Gaza Slim asked for law enforcement to release Kartel; insisting that she's praying for her mentor and that he will prevail despite his current troubles.
Meanwhile, another prized Kartel protégé, Andre "Popcaan" Sutherland said that he was stunned by the news that "Di Teacha" had been charged with murder, even though he did admit that he doesn't know how true the allegations are given that he doesn't fully know him personally. Furthermore, Popcaan said that he was hurt by the news and didn't expect such a thing to happen to his long-time mentor.

Named for his dynamic personality, 22 year old Shane Clarke Jr., aka Vybz, has a genuine passion for music.

From the tender age of 7 he was exposed to “Radio Land”, by his father who works at Irie FM.

Unlike many Djs his age, he has a tremendous love, appreciation, and knowledge of a wide selection of music, from the long hours of sifting through his father’s collection, and spending time in the studios of Irie Fm with the various Djs.

He now works at Zip 103 FM, Jamaica’s premier station for the younger generation, where he is currently an Info Center Presenter, Zip Code Producer and Sound Engineer.

He has played alongside Jamaica’s top DJ’s including Zjs Liquid, Ice, Wah Wa, Johnny Kool, and popular sound systems such as Code Red and Swatch International.

Vybz has been playing out from as early as age 14, at Parties, Socials, and Clubs, most recently at the Quad Night Club.

He credits Zjs Chrome and Johnny Kool for mentoring him in the art of playing On Air, which will be the next step for this talented young Dj.

The future of Vybz Kartel's reality series, Teacha's Pet is unclear after telecommunications outlet, LIME officially withdrew their sponsorship from the program.

LIME issued a statement on Tuesday announcing that they would no longer broadcast episodes of Teacha's Pet via their mobile television outlet, LIME TV. This is a direct result of murder charges issued against the show's centerpiece, Vybz Kartel on Monday night. In their statement, LIME intimated that the serious nature of the charges brought against Kartel was the key factor in their decision to discontinue showing uncut episodes of the popular reality series. LIME TV had been broadcasting "Too Hot for TV" clips of Teacha's Pet, via their Peppa Channel, each Friday at 11pm; an hour after its original broadcast on CVM TV.

Since the announcement, fans and Dancehall observers alike are wondering whether or not Teacha's Pet will be taken off the air given the loss of their biggest sponsor. According to various reports, producers of the show are currently in discussions regarding the future of Teacha's Pet; implying that a decision on its future will be made very soon.

By Marc Parc
OutAroad.com Writer

Prior to being recognized for possessing one of the most unique voices in Dancehall music, Sheldon Aitana Lawrence, more popularly known as Aidonia, made himself synonymous with genre from a very young age.

Born in 1981, Lawrence grew up within a stable family environment whilst living with his mother, a teacher and father who was formerly a soldier. The Red Hills Road native was invested in music from an early age and while attending Meadowbrook High School, Lawrence gained an appreciation for the Dancehall genre. After watching a tape of the memorable clash between prominent Dancehall entertainers, Beenie Man and Bounty Killer at STING '93, Lawrence would re-enact the clash for his family and friends to enjoy. It was at this point when Lawrence would seriously pursue his dream of becoming a deejay.

Lawrence began to write his own lyrics and soon formed his own group entitled JAG1 (Jah A Guide). The group was referred to by onlookers as J.O.P (Jag One Productions) while the group performed at several fetes and school events. However, Lawrence was unfortunately expelled from Meadowbrook in 6th form after allegedly keeping bad company. Nevertheless, this did not deter Lawrence's dream of becoming a deejay.

After being expelled, Lawrence migrated to the United States with his father and worked for a short time at FedEx. During his stay in the U.S, Aidonia briefly made waves on the Dancehall scene in New York but would return to Jamaica at the encouragement of friends in order to build his career.

OutAroad.com Top 20 Hot Singles Chart

TW means This Week, LW means Last Week and WOC means Weeks on Chart
TW - LW - WOC Artiste Name ----- Song Title ---- Record Label

01 - 02 - (08) Vybz Kartel - Summer Time - Adidjaheim Records

02 - 01 - (16) Mavado - Star Bwoy – Chimney

03 - 07 - (08) I-Octane - Nuh Ramp Wid Wi - Cashflow Records

04 - 10 - (03) Popcaan - Ravin - Adidjaheim Records

05 - 05 - (10) Vybz Kartel - Look Pon We - Head Concussion

06 - 08 - (10) Mavado - All Dem A Talk - ZJ Chrome

07 - 03 - (16) Vybz Kartel - Dancehall Hero - ZJ Chrome - (2wks@#1)

08 - 08 - (19) Demarco - I Love My Life - Star Kutt Pro - (1wk@#1)

09 - 16 - (02) Mavado - Delilah - Mansion Records

10 - 11 - (07) Shabba Ranx - None A Dem - Di Genius

11 - 12 - (07) Mavado - Pepper - Di Genius

12 - 13 - (05) Chan Dizzy Hello Badmind - Head Concussion

13 - 14 - (05) Assassin - Talk How Mi Feel - DJ Frass

14 - 15 - (04) Danielle ft Cherine - Rebel - Taxi Records

15 - 09 - (15) Chan Dizzy - Strange Face -- Head Concussion - (peaked@#4)

After a hugely successful series of shows in Europe, Inspired Music Concepts recording artiste Cali P has decided to extend his tour based on the demand for his performances.

"He has completed the ski tour but the word got around among promoters who were impressed with him and so he has a number of others gigs in Switzerland and Sweden," Anil "Phantom" Montague said in a release.

Cali P is known for the chartburners, Like a Lion (Hot Steppa), and the popular No Time that have done well in the local market. He scored international success with his latest single D'Sunne Schiint reached No1 on iTunes Swiss Reggae Song Charts the day it was released in September this year and simultaneously hit the top spot on the German video charts and number one on iTunes in Switzerland. The single held the number one position for two days before settling into the top ten on the Swiss reggae song charts.

Cali P completed the original tour schedule on October 1st with a gig in Annecy, France. Cali P has been making major moves on the international reggae market since the release of his Like A Lion (Hot Steppa) single which was produced by Phantom, Cali P's partner in the Inspired Music Concepts label. The Like a Lion single featured prominently on the soundtrack for a documentary feature film of the same name about seven-time ESPN X-Games gold medallist, Tanner Hall.

By M Jodee
OutAroad.com Writer

Jamaican telecommunications giant, LIME has officially discontinued their broadcast of Vybz Kartel's reality show, Teacha's Pet with immediate effect following murder charges being issued against the popular deejay last night.

LIME, who has been broadcasting uncut episodes of the reality series through their mobile television outlet, LIME TV via its Peppa Channel, has decided that they will no longer air the show given the seriousness of the charges laid against Vybz Kartel. According to the telecommunications network, formerly known as Cable & Wireless, they could neither comment on the charges nor their reasoning for discontinuing showing Teacha's Pet given that it is a legal matter.

International superstar Mr. Vegas celebrated his birthday in fine style with a rollicking wild party at Oakland's New Karibbean City last week. The occasion was Spicey Promotions' 10th anniversary party and boy was it crazy!

The New Karibbean City is an incredible venue, warehouse-like, with high ceilings, and tall windows. Huge paintings of Bob Marley adorn the walls which are dotted with Jamaican flags and an imposing Lion of Judah symbol. The venue was packed and inside was suffocatingly hot when Mr. Vegas hit the stage at 1:30 a.m and the temperate spiked again. He started off with the aggressively infectious "She's a Hoe" and people shouted out the lyrics as they sang along word for word, while other patrons ‘daggered’ suggestively.

By M Jodee
OutAroad.com Writer

Embattled Reggae superstar, Mark "Buju Banton" Myrie will be the centre of an upcoming concert in his honor to support the artiste as he aims to appeal his conviction in hope of a lighter sentence.

A Buju Banton benefit concert is set to take place on December 3rd in Tampa, Florida; raising money to help assist Buju & his legal team as they attempt to appeal his ten year sentence received this past February for drug-related charges. Reportedly, legendary Reggae acts such as Glen Washington & Nadine Sutherland are two of the many artistes who are on the event's lineup card. Additionally, acts such as Tony Curtis, Jigsy King & Morgan Heritage singer, Gramps Morgan have been confirmed for the event.

Sutherland & Morgan were two of several artistes who performed at Buju's Before The Dawn concert this past January in Miami; the singer's last performance before his February trial. Since his conviction, Buju's long-time friend and fellow Reggae artiste, Delly Ranx has dedicated profits from their collaborative single entitled, "Thunder Roll" to the "Destiny" singer's commissary account while he languishes in prison.

Marc Parc
OutAroad.com Writer

Controversial Dancehall superstar, Adidja "Vybz Kartel" Palmer has formally been slapped with a murder charge following a meeting between law enforcement officials and Kartel's lawyers .

Investigators from the Major Investigation Taskforce (MIT) charged the self-professed "Worl' Boss" on Monday evening on three different offences. The offences include murder, illegal possession of a firearm and conspiracy to murder.

According to reports, the charges stem from an alleged incident on July 11, 2011 when Palmer, along with a group of men, plotted to murder a St. Catherine based businessman/promoter. 27 year old, Barrington Burton aka "Bossie" was shot and killed while standing with friends alongside Walkers Avenue in Gregory Park.

Marc Parc
OutAroad.com Writer

Internationally renowned Dancehall superstar, Adidja "Vybz Kartel" Palmer will be the subjects of a series of interrogations this week in regarding two murder cases.

Kartel was arrested at a New Kingston hotel on Thursday night hours after shooting an episode for his Teacha's Pet reality series. Following an operation carried out by the Flying Squad, they took Kartel into custody as well as a woman and two other men after discovering a small quantity of marijuana at the hotel. Later charged with possession of Ganja, "Di Teacha," was carried around by police across several residences in Kingston and St. Catherine that he's believed to either own or frequent. Reportedly, a badly burnt body was discovered at a premises located in Havendale, St. Andrew weeks previously while the artiste is also being investigated for a triple murder that took place in St.Catherine; leading to Kartel being held in custody this past weekend.

Kartel's questioning was postponed at the request of Kartel's legal team; a team comprising of veteran lawyers, Tom Tavares Finson, Christian Tavares Finson and Michael Deans. According to Assistant Police Commissioner Ealan Powell, Kartel's attorneys failed to show up for a meeting on Saturday, hence, prompting investigators to reschedule for this week.

Meanwhile, more information about the nature of the investigation is expected to be released via a press conference this week. Furthermore, one of the main sponsors of Kartel's Teacha's Pet reality show, LIME is currently monitoring his case. The telecommunications outlet held a meeting on Friday discussing the future prospects of Teacha's Pet and deciding what plan of action they would take should bigger charges be issued against the show's focal point.

A five-minute sex tape showing Tupac receiving oral sex while rapping and dancing has surfaced ... and TMZ has seen it.

The tape, shot in 1991, begins with a bunch of groupies in a living room during a house party. Tupac walks into the room with his pants down to his ankles, his shirt off ... sporting several chains.

Tupac -- whose head is shaved -- pulls one of the women toward him, and she begins performing oral sex. As she does her thing, an unreleased song of Tupac's is playing in the background, as Tupac is singing along and dancing, wiggling his hips.

And it gets even better. As the woman services Tupac, who is holding a cocktail in one hand and a blunt in another, Money B from Digital Underground walks over to him. Tupac puts his cocktail arm around Money B, continues singing and dancing ... and the woman never stops.

As the tape ends it appears he's ready to begin sexual intercourse. It's unclear if there's another tape.

We've learned the person in possession of the tape is making plans to release it.

One thing's for sure ... Tupac was a multi-tasker.

Newly freed Tip opened the show, while Eminem, Rick Ross, Young Jeezy, many more electrified crowd at show airing October 11.

By Rob Markman
MTV

ATLANTA - It was only fitting the "King of the South" made his regal return on a stage so close to where his troubles began back in 2007, but also so near where he first got his start in the game. After completing his 11-month prison sentence on Thursday, T.I. opened the 2011 BET Hip Hop Awards with Young Jeezy as the two performed the Snowman's new single "F.A.M.E."

The awards show, which taped at the Atlanta Civic Center on Saturday, is set to air on Tuesday, October 11; comedian Mike Epps hosted with assistance from Da Brat. While T.I. arguably provided the show's grandest moment, Rick Ross and his Maybach Music crew, Lupe Fiasco, Big Sean, Heavy D, DMX and Wiz Khalifa all electrified the crowd with hyped-up performances throughout the night.

Rap legend LL Cool J received the show's highest honor when he was presented with the I Am Hip-Hop Award for his career of achievements in music, movies and television.

Marc Parc
OutAroad.com Writer

Vybz Kartel's reality show, Teacha's Pet could soon be losing one of its major sponsors following the arrest of its centerpiece on Thursday night.

Kartel was arrested at his New Kingston hotel room and later charged with ganja possession along with a woman and two other men following an operation conducted by the Flying Squad. However, it was revealed on Friday that Kartel was being investigated regarding the discovery of a dead body at his Havendale, St. Andrew residence and was a subject of a bigger case that the "Dancehall Hero" might be connected to.

Now, telecommunications company, LIME, who sponsors Kartel's new reality series, Teacha's Pet, could be withdrawing their sponsorship from the show should bigger charges be laid against "Di Teacha." Officials from LIME intimated that they were following the case of the prominent deejay; engaging in talks with the producers of the reality show, Creative Source Productions regarding the charges that were issued against Kartel. "We will continue to monitor the situation and as more information becomes available, if necessary, we will issue a further statement," LIME stated via press release.

International reggae pop star Baby Chris has a brand new single called 'Why' that’s been enjoying excellent rotation on radio since it came out two weeks ago. Signed to 5 Stars Recording Inc, Baby Chris immediately shot the video for the single because of the incredible reaction in the streets to the song.

"This is the next big one, right now, the reaction has been great, it plays at least four times a day on ZIP, and other stations start picking it up. Everytime it play, mi ah get ping pon mi blackberry, more time, ah just crazy messages so I know the streets are responding to the song. Right now, every singer inna Jamaica ah pree me and ah say , 'where is Baby Chris finding these melodies?'," Baby Chris said in a release.

“Why” is produced jointly by producer Jam 2 who has scored multiple hits locally and 5 Stars Recording Inc., led by Clifton Lawrence, Marlon Morris and Juanita Colon, who have put their financial muscle behind this song.

By M Jodee
OutAroad.com Writer

The surprise arrest of controversial Dancehall artiste, Adidja "Vybz Kartel" Palmer could be the first of many within the Jamaican music industry as police claim more artistes are under investigation for various murders.

Kartel was arrested at his New Kingston hotel room on Thursday night after law enforcement officials discovered a small quantity of marijuana there. On Friday, police investigators raided two St. Andrew based properties allegedly owned by "Di Teacha," as well as one in St. Catherine; Reportedly, Kartel is being investigated regarding the discovery of a badly burnt body found at one of his residences in Havendale, St. Andrew and the searches were part of a major case that the "Worl' Boss" could be involved in.

However, head of the Criminal Investigation Branch, Assistant Commissioner, Ealan Powell has indicated that Kartel's arrest could be part of a wide investigation within the local music industry. "We have an interest in at least 10 other members of the entertainment industry, some of whom have been implicated in a number of murders and shootings," Powell said. Powell refused to name which artistes were being implicated in these investigations but stressed that they have strong ties to criminal gangs across the country while some of them are involved in gun-running.