Kiprich— Artists won’t take the blame for violence— By Shereita Grizzle— Jamaica’s music industry players are still mulling the statements made by Minister of National Security Peter Bunting, even a month after those comments. In his sectoral debate presentation last month, Bunting said the country had developed a subculture of violence and lawlessness that was being reinforced and promoted by different segments of society, including the entertainment industry. Bunting said some artists continue to use their talents to advocate violence and hatred. He then went on to explain that these kinds of music belittle women and warp the values of the nation’s children. The minister used the fate of two of the industry’s top artists to drive home his point. “It is instructive that two of our most iconic artists are now convicted felons serving lengthy prison … Read entire article »