By Kevin Jackson—- IT was 11 years ago that singer Kafinal teamed with deejay Sambo for the hilarious hit song Cooking Dat Pwile, a revamp of Rhythm and Blues singer Blu Cantrell’s Hit Em Up Style. Now, Kafinal is making a comeback with his latest single, Falling in Love, a lovers’ rock number he is banking on to reignite his career in Jamaica. Kafinal, who is originally from Spanish Town, is now based in Toronto, Canada. He got his … Read entire article »

By Karena Bennett—— BALANCING three different professions would perhaps prove to be an impossible task for most young people, but Patrick ‘DeBrandish’ Whyte has decided to take on that challenge. The artist describes himself in just one word — multi-talented. “Versatility is my policy. I’m a police officer, footballer, and a recording artist in all genres of music but I’m yet to find [out] where my heart leads me,” the 22-year-old singjay told the Jamaica Observer. DeBRANDISH… encouraged … Read entire article »

CANADIAN-based Rastafarian singjay Jahiant said he is extremely excited about his upcoming solo album titled Life is the Limit. The album — his first — comprises of 13 tracks and is slated to be released “after the summer” in Jamaica. It is being produced on the Jah Bless Independent Records label and features the singles No More War, She Loves Me Not, and Ghetto Lifestyle No Easy. JAHIANT… excited about his upcoming solo album titled Life is … Read entire article »

LONDON, England — Just after 11:00 pm here (5:00 pm Jamaica time) global sprinting star Usain Bolt led the Jamaican team into the impressive Olympic Stadium in Stratford, East London during the Opening Ceremony of the Olympic Games to signal the official start of Jamaica’s campaign at the XXX Olympiad. Bolt, the double sprint world record holder, waved the huge Jamaican flag in front of a capacity 80,000 spectators, including Prime Minister Portia Simpson Miller and … Read entire article »

The President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Dr Goodluck Jonathan, and the First Lady, Dame Patience Jonathan are to pay a State Visit to Jamaica from August 2 to 3. This, the first State Visit to Jamaica by President Jonathan, is in commemoration of Jamaica’s 50th anniversary of Independence. Among the highlights of the visit will be the holding of bilateral talks between Prime Minister Simpson Miller and President Jonathan, and courtesy calls on the Governor-General … Read entire article »

BY TAFADZWA ZIMOYO— A high-octane gig is scheduled for tomorrow in the Harare Gardens featuring Jamaican reggae/dancehall artist Agent Sasco. Sasco, popularly known as Assassin, will headline the weekend’s gig, in which he will share the stage with local reggae artists among them Guspy Warrior, Sniper Storm, Dadza D, Ricky Fire and Lady Squanda. Speaking at a Press conference held at Star FM studios on Wednesday, Assassin said he was delighted to be in Zimbabwe. “I am happy … Read entire article »

By Richard Johnson—- FOR most Jamaicans, the name Carl Bradshaw is synonymous with the world of film. Just say José, the name of the character he played in the iconic Jamaican film The Harder They Come, and it all becomes clear. Bradshaw has racked up an impressive list of acting credits in Jamaican films. This includes roles in Smile Orange, Dancehall Queen, Third World Cop, The Lunatic, Kla$h, Countryman, Club Paradise, The Mighty Quinn, One Love and … Read entire article »

By Cecelia Campbell-Livingston—– ROOTS singer Bushman released his latest song Somewhere in May as a statement for Child Month, but says its powerful message transcends a sole event. “It speaks of a future for the kids and also appeals to the world,” he told Splash. “It’s a day to day inspiration for people who are trying to make ends meet.” BUSHMAN… album expected to be released on October 19, reggae star Peter Tosh’s birthday Somewhere is one of the … Read entire article »

BY HOWARD CAMPBELL——- HAVING scored countless hit songs with his Penthouse Records, Donovan Germain is one of contemporary reggae’s most successful producers. For many years, he had a fruitful relationship with acts like Buju Banton, Beres Hammond, Marcia Griffiths, and Wayne Wonder. There is a different side to the Penthouse head. He is passionate about sports, and is often seen at National Premier League football matches, track and field meets, and Test or one-day cricket matches. GERMAIN… music … Read entire article »

REGGAE veteran Burning Spear is voicing his displeasure with the celebrations to mark Jamaica’s 50th anniversary of Independence, especially as it relates to the music industry. Pointing to the enormous contribution reggae music has made to Jamaica’s development over the past 50 years, he questions why the Government is not organising major reggae concerts across the island to celebrate the achievement of the country’s world-rated indigenous music. BURNING SPEAR… questions why the Government is not organising major … Read entire article »