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Buju Banton pleads with artistes to clean up lyrics
In Buju Banton's latest Gargamel Gleaner, the popular dancehall artiste is pleading with fellow dancehall entertainers to clean up their lyrics in order to stem the social decay that is not only present in Jamaica but most of the Caribbean countries where the music is very popular. Lyrical content in dancehall music has been a hot topic in the Caribbean lately.
Machel Montano tops International Reggae and World Music Awards 2008
Machel Montano, the Trinidad and Tobago soca superstar, has copped top honours at the International Reggae and World Music Awards held recently at the Apollo Theatre in New York City. The awards included Best Calypso/Soca Entertainer, Most Outstanding Stage Personality of the Year and the much-coveted, Bob Marley Entertainer of the Year Award.
Bounty Killer and Mavado banned in and from Guyana
News media is reporting that Bounty Killer and Mavado are not only banned from performing in Guyana, but also their music is also banned on the airwaves in Guyana. The reggae dancehall artistes were banned from performing in Guyana last week by the government.
Bail for Mavado but will miss Trinidad concert
Reggae dancehall deejay Mavado will miss his scheduled show in Trinidad tomorrow, which has been rescheduled to April 4th and 5th. This after Mavado was arrested on Wednesday after turning himself in to Jamaica Police. Mavado had to surrender his passport yesterday in Jamaica courts after receiving J$200,000 bail.
Buju Banton says no to limo in Trinidad
Noise Productions decided to treat Buju Banton like royalty upon his arrival on Holy Thursday at Piarco Airport in Trinidad for the "I Am Legend Concert" with Beres Hammond at the Queen's Park Savannah.
Beenie Man has not seen Marco Dean for 8 months
Dancehall reggae superstar Beenie Man is claiming that he has not seen his son Marco Dean for over 8 months. D'Angel, Beenie Man's estranged wife has claimed Beenie Man has "made no attempt to call to enquire about the welfare of his son". We present another chapter in the Beenie-D'Angel saga.
Scotiabank to sponsor Caribana 2008-2009
Scotiabank has announced a multiyear sponsorship deal with Caribana, one of the most popular and largest Caribbean Carnivals in North America. This comes as excellent news for the Caribana management since the last couple years have been hit and miss when it comes to funding of the annual event.
Hypa Hoppa calls for curb on violent music
After the recent stabbing murder of 16 year old Shaquille Roberts, local DJ Kwesi "Hypa Hoppa" Hopkinson has called on his peers in the entertainment industry to take a stand against violent music. Artists mentioned in his call include popular dancehall artists Movado and Busy Signal as well as hip hop mogul 50 Cent.
Barbados to honour Rihanna with "Rihanna Day"
Barbados, home to hip hop and RnB sensation Rihanna, is set to declare a public holiday in her honour appropriately dubbed "Rihanna Day". The news came as a surprise to the 20 year old singer who was discovered by Jay-Z a couple years back.
Former TnT Attorney General Keith Sobion passes away
Trinidad and Tobago, the West Indies and even Facebook are in mourning over the untimely death of former Attorney General of Trinidad and Tobago Keith Sobion. Sobion died after medical complications to remove a tooth at the University Hospital in Kingston, Jamaica.
Bounty Sundays and Beenie Tuesdays halted
News out of Jamaica is that the Jamaican Police have banned the proposed street dances in Majesty "Back To" Gardens named after popular entertainers Bounty Killer and Beenie Man because it "is going to cause conflict and we have to step on conflict because conflict leads to crime." For now no more Bounty Sundays, and Beenie Tuesdays will never start.
Trinidad and Tobago Carnival 2008 recap
Carnival 2008 is over for Trinidad and Tobago. Reviews so far is that this year's shorter Carnival season was overall quite mediocre, with bandleaders complaining of small prize money, Faye-Ann refusing to ever work at the Soca Monarch, but yet handily winning the Road March. Phase II Pan Groove pipped All Stars by one point to claim Panorama champions 2008.
TnT England friendly off unless Warner apologizes
Media reports today indicate that the TTFF and the English FA are in talks to have England play Trinidad and Tobago's Soca Warriors in commemoration of TTFF centenary celebrations. The plan will be halted if FIFA VP, CONCACAF President and TTFF Special Advisor Jack Warner does not retract his recent statement about English football.
Bunji wins Soca Monarch 2008 over fan fave Faye-Ann
The affectionately called "first couple" of soca, Faye-Ann Lyons and Bunji Garlin were top performers at the International Power Soca Monarch Finals 2008 held at the Queen's Park Oval. Bunji placed first, Iwer George second, with fan favourite Faye-Ann Lyons third.
Kewal "DJ Lalo" Ragbir is dead
Popular DJ and businessman Kewal "DJ Lalo" Ragbir has died in vehicular accident on the Churchill Roosevelt Highway in Trinidad days away from his 50th birthday celebrations. His loss will put a damper on Carnival 2008 celebrations as Lalo played an integral part in the annual festival.
Trinidad Carnival 2008 challenges - Machel, Blaxx and Bunji
Machel Montano laid stake to the Road March 2008 title at the annual Eyes Wide Shut fete held at Queen's Park Oval on Tuesday night. Machel had words for Blaxx in another spell binding performance, while Blaxx had words for Bunji Garlin in the Soca Monarch chase.
Diana Ross, Rod Stewart and Shakira for Plymouth Jazz Fest
Shakira, Diana Ross and Rod Stewart are confirmed headliners for the annual Plymouth Jazz Festival to be held in Tobago on April 27, 2008. Other top confirmed entertainers include Steel Pulse and Jill Scott.
Junior Reid and Eve together?
Rumors are swirling in Jamaica and abroad that reggae superstar Junior "One Blood" Reid and hip hop artist Eve are romantically involved. Junior Reid would like to rubbish that rumor immediately stating that, "It's strictly professional. Eve was down here for the Christmas and we were rolling together as friends."
Brian Lara house robbed in Trinidad
Former West Indies and cricketing great Brian Lara's house was broken into and TT$8,500 was stolen. According to police the thief was known to Lara and was an "inside job". Lara chose not to press charges against the accused, who has not been identified.
Destra Garcia back with a bang for Carnival 2008
Destra Garcia has recreated herself for Carnival 2008. So much so, that she has gone back to the roots of what made her the soca diva that she is. With a new look, old mantra and same good looks, Destra is poised for success for Carnival 2008.
Trinidad and Tobago Carnival 2008 fete schedule
Here is a list of all the fetes and parties in Trinidad and Tobago for the Carnival 2008 season. This year is witnessing some big fete casualties due to the early dates of Carnival 2008. One Carnival's biggest and well known fetes, Amnesia, has been cancelled due to the short time available to ensure a quality party experience.
Sean Paul sizzles and fizzles in Trinidad
Sean Paul performance in "Temperature" was one of the best performances by the Grammy award winning and Jamaican dancehall icon in Trinidad and Tobago. Sean Paul performed at King George V Park and later attempted to perform with Destra Garcia at the National Stadium.
Jah Cure and Sizzla confict only verbal
The much talked about confrontation between Sizzla and Jah Cure recently at Cocoa Tea's Dancehall Jam Jam stage show was strictly verbal with no physical blows thrown. This has been confirmed by both Sizzla and Jah Cure. The conflict started after Sizzla hinted that Jah Cure might need some vocal lessons.
TnT London High Commissioner Morean-Phillip threatened
The Trinidad and Tobago High Commissioner to London, Glenda Morean-Phillip has received death threats from a US-based man over a conviction of one his family members when Morean-Phillip was Attorney General of Trinidad and Tobago. It is alleged a group of Jamaicans based in the UK have been dispatched to London to destroy Morean-Phillip.
395 murders in 2007 as 2008 opens with 8 more dead
The number of murders in Trinidad and Tobago reached 395 for 2007, a new record for the twin island republic. The previous high was 386 in 2005. With the PNM government firmly in control after a validating 2007 elections victory, many wonder where the priorities of the government are.
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