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RAPPER BUSTA RHYMES DEDICATES HIS LIFE TO PRISON REFORM!

By Sarah Polus– Rapper Busta Rhymes attended the Families Against Mandatory Minimum’s 25th anniversary gala on March 24. Rhymes calls prison sentencing reform his passion and advocates against mandatory minimum sentencing laws. “The punishment should fit the crime, but in America today, people are being sentenced to exorbitant sentences for nonviolent crimes, even minor drug offenses,” he said. One of his closest friends, Horatio Hamilton, was sentenced to 20 years in prison for a marijuana offense. Hamilton has already served 11 years. “Our policy shatters lives, devastates communities and robs families of their fathers and mothers, sons and daughters,” Rhymes said. Scene: Rhymes met with White House representatives to discuss how these sentencing issues result in increased prison populations and take a toll on the economy. At night he attended the D.C. advocacy group Families Against Mandatory … Read entire article »

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RAPPER BUSTA RHYMES BLOODY AFTER FALLING OFF STAGE IN NEW YORK CITY!

. Last night, Busta Rhymes made a special appearance at NYC’s Webster Hall in support of his artist O.T. Genasis, whose smash hit “Coco” is climbing the charts and being added to radio playlists. Known for his highly energetic sets, Bussa Buss hit the stage alongside the newcomer and proceed to turn things up as only he could. In full “Coco” mode, he began a Nirvana-esque head bang that led to him falling off the stage. Though TMZ reported that he stage dove, he clearly lost his footing and fell face first into the crowd. He emerged from the crowd with a huge bloody gash across his forehead, along with cigar still in mouth. Busta was taken backstage and received medical attention before remerging on stage. Be careful next time Buss.     … Read entire article »

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MAVADO AND SIZZLA MAKE GUEST APPEARANCES ON RICK ROSS’ LATEST ALBUM “MASTERMIND!”

MAVADO AND SIZZLA MAKE GUEST APPEARANCES ON RICK ROSS’ LATEST ALBUM “MASTERMIND!”

 By Kevin Jackson—- American rapper Rick Ross performing at the Best of Summer Concert in New Kingston in 2012.—DANCEHALL acts Mavado and Sizzla are featured on American rapper Rick Ross’ new album Mastermind, which was released last week by Ross’ Maybach Music Group label. Sizzla and Mavado appear on the track Mafia Music 3, produced by Roosevelt ‘Bink’ Harrell III. It is not the first time Ross has worked with Mavado. They collaborated in 2011 on the song … Read entire article »

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RAPPER SPILFF STAR EXPRESSES DISAPPOINTMENT AT THE LACK OF SUPPORT FOR VYBZ KARTEL FROM JAMAICAN ARTISTS!

RAPPER SPILFF STAR EXPRESSES DISAPPOINTMENT AT THE LACK OF SUPPORT FOR VYBZ KARTEL FROM JAMAICAN ARTISTS!

  Incarcerated deejay Vybz Kartel leaving the Home Circuit Court in downtown Kingston yesterday. (PHOTO: BRYAN CUMMINGS)—AMERICAN rapper Spliff Star, who, along with Busta Rhymes, flew into the island this week to support jailed deejay Vybz Kartel, expressed disappointment that local artists are not coming to court in support of their beleaguered colleague. Spliff Star, who is of Trinidadian descent and appeared on Busta Rhymes’ album The Coming, shared his observation with the Jamaica Observer yesterday. “Other artists … Read entire article »

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RAPPER BUSTA RHYMES ATTENDS VYBZ KARTEL’S MURDER TRIAL!

RAPPER BUSTA RHYMES ATTENDS VYBZ KARTEL’S MURDER TRIAL!

  Busta Rhymes (left) and Spliff Star of the Flip Mode Squad outside the Supreme Court building downtown Kingston.— KINGSTON, Jamaica — United States-based rap artist Busta Rhymes was present in the Home Circuit Court downtown Kingston Thursday morning as the presiding judge Lennox Campbell did his summation in the Vybz Kartel murder trial. Busta Rhymes and Flip Mode Squad associate Spliff Star, offering support, greeted relatives and friends of the accused men and chatted with the defence … Read entire article »

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DJ POPCAAN TO STAND TRIAL FOR ALLEDGEDLY ASSULTING POLICE OFFICER IN KINGSTON!

DJ POPCAAN TO STAND TRIAL FOR ALLEDGEDLY ASSULTING POLICE OFFICER IN KINGSTON!

  Popcaan—- POPULAR dancehall entertainer Popcaan has again found himself in trouble with the law. The sinjay, whose given name is Andre Sutherland, is to face trial in the Corporate Area Resident Magistrate’s Court on June 5 on allegations of assaulting a policeman. He is charged with assault occasioning bodily harm. His bail was extended until his trial date when he appeared Resident before Magistrate Opal Smith on Wednesday. Allegations are that entertainer assaulted a policeman at the Norman Manley … Read entire article »

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