Entries tagged with "Papa San"

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GOSPEL ARTIST JERMAINE EDWARDS, WANTS TO TRANSFORM SPANISH TOWN!

April 2nd, 2017 | Add a Comment

By Cecelia Campbell -Livingston Jermaine Edwards— Gospel artist Jermaine Edwards has already made his mark in the musical arena with gospel anthems such as Power in the Name, I Give Up, Don’t Count Me Out, and Heart Like Yours, among many others. There is, however, one goal he hasn’t yet accomplished, and that’s what’s next on his bucket list. In-between performing locally and internationally, doing live recording, Edwards said he wants to work on transforming the troubled Spanish Town area where he grew up. It’s an area that has been plagued with crime and gang violence for many years and he wants to be a catalyst for change. “I want to bring some youth from living with guns to living a life of morality, good standing, and everything. That is what the aim is,” he said, … Read entire article »

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“THE ULTIMATE EXPERIENCE GOSPEL MUSIC FESTIVAL” FOR OCHI RIOS THIS SATURDAY!

December 7th, 2016 | Add a Comment

Papa San— THE Ultimate Experience Gospel Music Festival takes place Saturday at Wonderland Fun Park in Ocho Rios. An all-star cast is scheduled to perform, including Papa San, Junior Tucker, Jermaine Edwards, DJ Nicholas, Deneese Wright, Marsha Wright, and iWorshipp. Showtime is 4:00 pm. … Read entire article »

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PASTOR THOMPSON (PAPA SAN) REVEALS HOW HE BURNT TROPHIES AND AWARDS WHEN CHRISTIANITY CALLED!

November 6th, 2016 | Add a Comment

BY MARK CUMMINGS— Pastor Debbie Thompson PETER WILLIAMS……. it is really a blessing to have him as a pastor— FORT LAUDERDALE, USA — From the 1980’s to early 1997, Tyrone Thompson, better known as “Papa San”, ruled the dancehall with his fast-talking catchy lyrics, much to the approval of his ever increasing fan base. Almost 20 years later, the talented artist, who had prior recorded 20 secular albums, is still a force to be reckoned with in the music … Read entire article »

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BOUNTY KILLER AND NINJAMAN REFUSE TO ATTEND STING 2016, NOT EVEN TO COLLECT AN AWARD!

November 5th, 2016 | Add a Comment

By Shereita Grizzle Bounty Killer— Organizers of Sting recently announced that come next month they will be honoring several artists that have helped to make the event one of the greatest stage shows in the Caribbean. However, veteran dancehall artists Ninja Man and Bounty Killer, who have been named among those to be honored, have said that they will not be attending Sting this year, not even to collect such an award. Bounty Killer told THE WEEKEND STAR that he doesn’t believe the Sting organizers, including Isaiah Laing, are being sincere in their move to honor entertainers. “It’s always great to be honored, but only when it’s sincerely done,” he said. “I know Laing very well, and he doesn’t appreciate or honor what we artists has done for him.” He added that he believes all the talks … Read entire article »

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THE “COME CELEBRATE JESUS” CONCERT IS AIMED TO HEAL MONTEGO BAY!

October 8th, 2016 | Add a Comment

BY BRIAN BONITTO— Alvin Slaughter— ORGANIZERS of Come Celebrate Jesus are hoping the annual gospel extravaganza will help quell the crime wave sweeping St James. The event, now in its fifth year, is scheduled for the Montego Bay Convention Center in the parish. Show time is 6:30 pm. “It’s a fitting time for an event like this. Every person should come as this is something Montego Bay really needs, especially with what is going on in St James. People … Read entire article »

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PAPA SAN’S “JOURNEY” DEBUTS AT NO.7 ON BILLBOARD CHART!

September 10th, 2016 | Add a Comment

Papa San performing at Fun in the Son held at the National Heroes Circle, Kingston, recently.— In its first week on the Billboard Reggae Albums chart, Papa San’s Journey is at number seven for the September 17, 2016 listing. It is the only gospel set in the top 10. There has been some jostling at the top. While it pushes last week’s top Jamaican set, Stephen Marley’s Revelation Part II: The Fruit of Life, down a place … Read entire article »

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GOSPEL ARTISTS CALL FOR A “NATIONAL DAY OF PRAYER” FOR JAMAICA!

July 24th, 2016 | Add a Comment

By Shereita Grizzle— Papa San— The local gospel fraternity wants the Government of Jamaica to take a stance against the rising crime rate by “actioning” a national day of prayer. The call was made by a few well-known gospel artists at the recently concluded Fun in the Son event held at the National Heroes Park. This is not the first time that a public cry is being made for the heads of the country to action such a day, but the gospel fraternity believes the time is right, given the gruesome killings happening in the island over the last few years. The Sunday Gleaner, spoke to veteran gospel artist Papa San, following his appearance at Fun in the Son, recently, and he urged the Government to look into the positive influence that such a day could … Read entire article »

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GOSPEL SUPERSTAR DONNIE McCLURKIN TO HEADLINE “FUN IN THE SON” IN KINGSTON, JULY 16!

June 1st, 2016 | Add a Comment

Donnie McClurkin — American gospel singer Donnie McClurkin is the headliner for The Best Dressed Fun In the Son concert set for the National Heroes Park in Kingston, on Saturday, July 16. Sponsored by the Jamaica Broilers Group through its Best Dressed Chicken brand, the event is free to the public. It is slated to begin at 3:30 pm. “We have signed the contract and he is excited about performing to a packed National Heroes Park,” Tommy Cowan, CEO for Glory Music and founder of the gospel event, told the Jamaica Observer. “This year’s gospel festival is expected to be among the biggest ever, and we look forward to the lives of many Jamaicans being transformed through this ministry,” he continued. A senior pastor of Perfecting Faith Church in Freeport, New York, McClurkin is the … Read entire article »

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GOSPEL ARTIST KEVIN DOWNSWELL TO RELEASE NEW ALBUM “ALL THE WAY” JUNE 4!

May 9th, 2016 | Add a Comment

By Simone Morgan— Kevin Downswell— Gospel artist Kevin Downswell will release his third album, All The Way, on June 4. It comes four years after his previous set, The Search Continues. His debut album, Close To You, was released in 2008. Speaking with the Jamaica Observer, Downswell said All The Way is a reflection of his personal and spiritual journey. “It also combines various styles and genres to demonstrate my unique gospel sound,” he added. Downswell worked with different producers on the 17-track All The Way, including Barwiya Production’s Dwain ‘Wiya’ Campbell and Grammy-winning Tyshane from the United States. It contains songs like The Meaning of Life, Christian Soldiers and One Day.“All The Way is very different (from his previous albums) in a number of respects. For one, what I know now, compared to four years … Read entire article »

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MR. VEGAS RELEASES GOSPEL SINGLE “JESUS TRAIN!”

November 27th, 2015 | Add a Comment

There’s never a dull moment in Mr. Vegas’ career. The hit-making singjay recently released a Gospel single titled Jesus Train. The song that was released on his MV Music label is currently enjoying rotation on popular Gospel radio stations. Gospel Train has sparked widespread speculation among fans and music industry insiders, as to whether or not Vegas is planning to follow the foots steps of former high profile Dancehall acts like Papa San and Lieutenant Stitchie, who converted to Christianity at the height of their careers in the late 90’s and eventually launched successful Gospel music careers. In a recent interview he responded to the speculations, “I am Man of God, I’m a very spiritual person, and Gospel music is something I enjoy a lot. Over the years, I’ve put out a lot of … Read entire article »

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