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TESSANNE CHIN ARRIVES HOME IN JAMAICA!

TESSANNE CHIN ARRIVES HOME IN JAMAICA!

KINGSTON, Jamaica — The Voice season five champion, Jamaican Tessanne Chin, is back on Jamaican soil. Chin landed at the Norman Manley International Airport in Kingston about 7:30pm to a warm welcome from scores of well-wishers. Tessanne greets brother-in-law Wayne Marshall on Friday Chin admitted during a talk show after winning the crown that she was ready to get home “to eat some good Jamaican food”. She captured the hearts of Americans and Jamaicans alike with her humility and … Read entire article »

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U.S. DRINK MAKER BEMOANS THE LOW SUPPY OF JAMAICAN GINGER!

U.S. DRINK MAKER BEMOANS THE LOW SUPPY OF JAMAICAN GINGER!

By Steven Jackson— REED’s, a fast growing US drink company wants more Jamaican ginger but can’t get consistent supplies. It underscores missed market opportunities for the potent local crop which actually dipped export production. Top: Ginger root Bottom: Chris Reed, ginger beer magnate.   “We are willing to buy 100 per cent Jamaican ginger if capacity is up to where it needs to be at a competitive price,” indicated Chris Reed, founder and CEO of REEDs, in a recent Caribbean Business … Read entire article »

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TESSANNE CHIN’S RENDITION OF “BRIDGE OVER TROUBLED WATER” HITS BILLBOARD TOP 100 CHART!

TESSANNE CHIN’S RENDITION OF “BRIDGE OVER TROUBLED WATER” HITS BILLBOARD TOP 100 CHART!

Jamaican songstress Tessanne Chin has yet another reason to celebrate this week; her rendition of ‘Bridge over Troubled Water’ has entered the Billboard Hot 100 charts. Just two days after winning the American reality competition, The Voice, Chin’s version of the Simon and Garfunkel song debuted at number 64, a week after she performed it in show’s semi-finals. Tessanne Chin Billboard Magazine, one of the most recognized music media brands globally, says Chin’s version of the song sold … Read entire article »

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TONI BRAXTON, CHRISETTE MICHELE AND AARON NEVILLE, HEAD TO THE JAMAICA JAZZ AND BLUES FESTIVAL JANUARY 30 – FEBRUARY 1!

TONI BRAXTON, CHRISETTE MICHELE AND AARON NEVILLE, HEAD TO THE JAMAICA JAZZ AND BLUES FESTIVAL JANUARY 30 – FEBRUARY 1!

GRAMMY winners Toni Braxton and Chrisette Michele, as well as chart-topping crooner Aaron Neville are the first big names signed for the 18th staging of the Jamaica Jazz and Blues Festival scheduled for January 30 – February 1, 2014, the Jamaica Observer has learnt. The popular festival, which will be held at Trelawny Multi-purpose Stadium on Jamaica’s north coast, is expected to sign other major acts who will be announced in the coming weeks. (L-R) BRAXTON… has … Read entire article »

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JIMMY CLIFF SURPRISES HIS FORMER BACKUP SINGER TESSANNE CHIN DURING A LIVE INTERVIEW!

JIMMY CLIFF SURPRISES HIS FORMER BACKUP SINGER TESSANNE CHIN DURING A LIVE INTERVIEW!

Reggae legend Jimmy Cliff surprised his former backing singer Tessanne Chin by calling in to a U.S. news show during a live interview to congratulate the singer on winning the latest season of America’s The Voice. The Jamaican native, 28, was crowned the champion of the talent competition earlier this week and she was in the middle of a press appearance on Access Hollywood Live on Thursday when producers received a phone call from her former … Read entire article »

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ETANA WORKING ON NEW ALBUM FOR MID-2014!

ETANA WORKING ON NEW ALBUM FOR MID-2014!

DESPITE releasing an album and embarking on promotional tours, Neo-roots singer Etana says things were not the way she wanted. “I don’t think 2013 was a big year for me at all and a lot of that was due to changes in my management team. That definitely slowed me down a lot, but the great thing is that every mistake provided a lesson and a platform for growth and strength,” Etana said. Etana The singer has since restructured … Read entire article »

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BRITISH ROCK STAR SENTENCED TO 35 YEARS FOR CHILD ABUSE!

BRITISH ROCK STAR SENTENCED TO 35 YEARS FOR CHILD ABUSE!

By Damien Ward and Marie-Louise Gumuchian– Ian Watkins performs at the V Festival in Hylands Park on August 20, 2011 in Chelmsford, United Kingdom. STORY HIGHLIGHTS Singer sentenced for string of child sex offenses Trial judge says case broke “new ground” Two co-defendants also sentenced Police say related investigations ongoing in Germany and U.S. (CNN) — The lead singer of rock group Lostprophets was sentenced Wednesday to 35 years in a British jail for child sex abuse, a court ruled. The sentence for a string of child … Read entire article »

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TESSANNE CHIN TO APPEAR ON THURSDAY MORNING “TODAY” SHOW ON NBC-TV!

TESSANNE CHIN TO APPEAR ON THURSDAY MORNING “TODAY” SHOW ON NBC-TV!

Tessanne Chin will appear on The Today Show on Thursday at 6:00am at the Rockefeller Centre, New York City. Jamaicans and fans in the area are being invited to wear Jamaican colors in support of The Voice season-five winner. Tessanne Chin Chin Tuesday night beat Jacqui Lee and Will Champlain to take NBC’s The Voice competition in Los Angeles.   … Read entire article »

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“SHAGGY & FRIENDS” RETURNS TO JAMAICA HOUSE JANUARY 4!

“SHAGGY & FRIENDS” RETURNS TO JAMAICA HOUSE JANUARY 4!

  KINGSTON, Jamaica — The Shaggy Make a Difference Foundation will stage its concert  ‘Shaggy & Friends’ on the lawns of Jamaica House in Kingston on Saturday, January 4, 2014. The Foundation has released a star-studded line-up, which includes host Shaggy alongside Tarrus Riley, Konshens, Elephant Man, Chronixx, Wayne Marshall, Assassin and others. Shaggy & Friends will also feature a full-length performance from Tessanne Chin in what will be her first major appearance since competing on NBC’s … Read entire article »

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TESSANNE CHIN WINS THE VOICE!

TESSANNE CHIN WINS THE VOICE!

After 12 weeks, twelve songs, and tonnes of votes, Jamaican Tessanne Chin has emerged the winner of the American Talent Show, The Voice. Her Adam Levine-coached teammate, Will Champlin, was announced third and Jacquie Lee of Team Christina second Tessanne who last week told host Carson Daly that a win would mean a great deal for her, walks away with a recording contract with UniversalMusic Group and US$100,000 (J$10 million). As the Jamaican was announced the winner of The … Read entire article »

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