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RECORD PRODUCER DANNY CHAMPAGNE DIES AT 65!
By Kevin Jackson— Producer Danny Champagne— Music producer Donald Grant better known as Danny Champagne, has died. Grant passed away on Saturday due to complications from a stroke he suffered in 2013. He was 65 years old. His daughter, Danielle, described her father as “a very caring and loving person”. “A lot of persons have called me saying how much he has helped them over the years. He was always willing to assist,” she said. Champagne was a popular figure on the entertainment scene. His Champagne International label scored a number of hits between 2005 and 2009. Dancehall artist D’Angel, whose hit Downtown Girl was produced by Champagne, said he taught her a lot. “He was a really good person at heart, very genuine and always willing to listen. He also taught me a lot about the … Read entire article »
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A FULL HOUSE FOR THE KINGSTON’S PREMIERE OF THE MOVIE “JAMAICAN MAFIA!”
Members of the cast of Jamaican Mafia at the premiere at Carib 5 on Friday. From left: Stokley Brown, Mykal Fax, Jaun Bennett, Craig Brown, Michelle ‘D’Angel’ Downer, and Paul Campbell. (PHOTO: Kenyan Hemans)— THE Carib 5 cinema in Cross Roads was packed to capacity last Friday for the premiere of the film Jamaican Mafia. A joint production between Donzo Productions, Kingston 11 Films and Yaad Boiz Films Productions, it was filmed in New York. Jamaican Mafia tells the story of Zoolian Anderson (played by Mykal Fax), a car salesman who quits his job for life in the fast lane with his uncle Soljie (played by Paul Campbell), head of an organisation known as Jamaican Mafia. A number of well-known entertainment personalities appear in the film. They include Irie Jam Radio’s Robert ‘Bobby’ Clarke, … Read entire article »
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D’ANGEL BECOMES SPOKE PERSON FOR NEW STYLING SALON!
D’Angel— DANCEHALL artist D’Angel was named brand ambassador for Island Blo Bar, a premium styling salon offering quick and affordable styles for the woman on the go. The artist will be required do speaking engagements, promotion and marketing via social media. “I am excited to be a brand ambassador for Island Blo Bar. They have amazing products and services, and I am impressed with their quality of work,” said D’Angel. “Their service is top notch, and of course, easy on the pocket. As Jamaicans we love a good deal, and this is definitely one.” Jhenelle Jones, GM of Island Blo Bar, said D’Angel was the ideal ambassador. “She’s an on-the-go artist and mother who requires a salon that can cater to her hair needs with efficiency,” said Jones. “She has the charm to light up a room, … Read entire article »
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THE MOVIE “JAMAICAN MAFIA” TO PREMIERE AT KINGSTON’S CARIB 5 CINEMA, NOVEMBER 27!
Director of “Jamaican Mafia” Orville Matherson—- Finally. Jamaicans have been waiting over a year for the premiere of the highly anticipated movie, ‘Jamaican Mafia’. Now that wait is over as the show will start November 27 at the Carib 5 cinema in Cross Roads with a glitzy premiere party. “Paul Campbell, Mykal Fax, Stokely Brown, D’Angel will all be present for the premiere of this movie, it’s going to be an amazing event,” said Orville Matherson, producer of the film. The film features some of Jamaica’s finest talent, including veteran actor Paul Campbell, whose credits include Dancehall Queen and Third World Cop and dancehall artiste Michelle ‘D’ Angel’ Downer. The storyline chronicles the life of Zoolian Anderson (played by actor Mykal Fax) as he moves from life as a regular citizen to being … Read entire article »
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AS ENTERTAINERS PURSUE PROFITS OFF THE STAGE, THEY FIND IT HARD TO STICK TO THE BUSINESS!
Romeich (left) wirth Tarrus Riley, for whom the designer has done work on a T-shirt line.-Contributed By Sadeke Brooks—- From time to time, singers and deejays start business ventures outside of music with a splash. Within a few months, however, many times, those businesses are nearly non-existent. Producer and designer Romeich Major says the key to keeping the venture going is being businesses-oriented. “It is sustainable if you do it on a business level. A lot of them don’t follow up on it because it is not something that you get a lump sum of money from,” Major told The Gleaner. “I am part of Konz 876 (sneakers) and they do well because Konshens is a businessman. You need to be a business person, or have someone on your team who is business-minded.” Major has worked on T-shirt lines … Read entire article »
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JAMAICA’S LATEST MOVIE “JAMAICAN MAFIA” TO PREMIERE IN NEW YORK CITY AUGUST 27!
Top: Paul Campbell stars in “Jamaican Mafia” Bottom: D’Angel in a scene— JAMAICAN Mafia, the independent movie starring Paul Campbell, is scheduled to officially premiere in New York City on August 27. Orville Matherson, one of the film’s executive producers, did not disclose a location, but told the Jamaica Observer that expectations are high for the flick, which he says is “based on real-life incidents”. Filmed entirely in New York City last year, Jamaican Mafia is directed by Nigerian … Read entire article »
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TRUCKBACK RECORDS GIVES MAJOR SUPPORT TO FEMALE ARTISTS!
By Simone Morgan— Top: The Locke Brothers of Truckback Records Bottom: Lady Saw & D’Angel– THE brothers of Truckback Records Steve, Andrew and Adrian Locke are known for producing hits like Erup’s Click Mi Finger, I-Octane’s Lose A Friend and Harry Toddler’s Don’t Run In. Even former ace crimefighter, Senior Superintendent of Police Reneto Adams got in on the act when he recorded his 2005 effort To Protect And Serve. But the males are not the only ones who have had musical success with Truckback, as the producers are behind hits like Lady Saw’s Heels On, Mr Shortcomings and Mack Diamond’s Dye Dye. “It all boils down to the chemistry that is felt with the artist and how disciplined she is. The lyrical content has to be alluring and catchy. With all of that in place, then … Read entire article »
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D’ANGEL TURNS A NEW PAGE!
By Simone Morgan— D’ANGEL… pleased with my career—–NEVER one to shy from the spotlight, singer D’Angel says she has a new focus which can be heard on her latest singles, Come Get It and Ramp Ruff. In the music video for Come Get It, a sensual D’Angel (Michelle Downer) pairs with model Leon Carpenter whose stocks rose after making a guest appearance on the popular television show, America’s Next Top Model. “I promise to bring out the sexier side of me without overdoing it. I am much stronger than I was before and I have broken free from all the negativity,” she said. “This is highlighted in my music.” The video for Come Get It was directed by Waynee Lexx and the song produced by UIM Records. Ramp Ruff is produced by Adrian Locke of … Read entire article »
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ALBUM REVIEW: COCOA TEA – “IN A DI RED”
Album Review By Marlon— Title: IN A DI RED Artist: COCOA TEA Label: ROARING LION RECORDS/VPAL Cocoa Tea made his recording debut in 1974 at the age of 15, with a song called “Searching In The Hills” under the name Calvin Scott, which is a loose variation of his real name. He got his first big hit ten years later with “Lost My Sonia” for the late producer Henry “Junjo” Lawes, and has remained on the scene ever since. … Read entire article »
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SINGER, SONGWRITER, AND NOW AUTHOR: FREDDIE McGREGOR PENS NOVEL!
Freddie McGregor pens novel REGGAE singer Freddie McGregor is the latest singer to add author to his résumé with his novel I Will Wait for You. The book will be published by the Leesah and Karl Larmond-owned Pageturner Publishing House. They are the publishers behind Jamaican novels such as Macka Diamond’s Bun Him, Gangster’s Wife Grown and Sexy, Miss Kitty’s Good Girl Gone Bad and D’Angel’s Love Triangle. Freddie McGregor “We are in the business of books. And like … Read entire article »
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