JAH CURE FINALLY UNITED WITH HIS ONE MONTH OLD BABY GIRL

Jah Cure was all smiles when his wife Kamila McDonald arrived at the Norman Manley International airport in Kingston last week with their one-month old daughter Kailani Belle Alcock.

Kamila McDonald, a former Miss Jamaica contestant, gave birth to the couple’s first child Kailani on February 19, 2012 in California. Jah Cure, who is unable to travel to the United States, is seeing his daughter for the first time.

Jah Cure, whose real name is Siccature Alcock and Kamila McDonald, a former Miss Jamaica contestant, wed in a lavish ceremony last summer at the Tryall Club in Hanover.

VYBZ KARTEL'S NEW LOOK

Vybz Kartel has finally got rid of his dodgy extensions and is looking a lot darker.

Last year Vybz Kartel made headlines when he added hair extension to lengthened his hair. Dancehall fans questioned his motives for making such a move in the midst of his bleaching saga.

So what do you think? Has jail knocked some sense into the deejay? was it down to not having a stylist while inside??? Let me know your views

KARTEL RETURNS TO COURT ON APRIL 13TH TO ANSWER GANJA CHARGE.

Vybz Kartel is scheduled to return to the Corporate Area Resident Magistrates Court on April 13th, to answer to ganja possession charge.

Kartel, whose real name is Adidja Palmer; was arrested in late September of last year at a hotel in Kingston. The deejay, along with three other persons was charged with possession of the banned substances.

Just days after his arrest, the Portmore Empire head was charged with two counts of murder and illegal possession of firearm. He has been behind bars since, Kartel secured bail on one murder charge but remains behind bars on the other murder charge. 

His bail was for the murder of St. Catherine businessman/promoter Barrington ‘Bossie’ Burton. According to police reports, Vybz Kartel and members of his alleged gang gunned down Burton last year summer while he was standing with friends in Gregory Park, St. Catherine.

Vybz Kartel is yet to secure bail on the murder of Clive “Lizard” Williams. According to police report, Williams, who was an alleged gang member with the entertainer, was beaten to death at a house in Havendale. Police have said they have video evidence linking Kartel to the murder.

ETANA NEW ALBUM TO DROP LATE 2012

Reggae songstress Etana have fans on high alert after announcing that her upcoming album will drop later this year.The new LP will be Etana’s follow up to her 2011 chart topper Free Expressions.

According to news coming out of Etana’s camp, most of the tracks for the album are completed and are now in the hands of he label, VP Records, who will make the final decision on which singles will make the final cut.

Etana said her fans can only expect the best when the album drops...

“When I’m in the studio, I take my job very seriously. It’s fun but certainly not a game. If something is not right, it has to be corrected. I respect my fans; they support me through buying my records and concert tickets. They put me here so I must give them my best.”

Producers working on the album includes Stephen ‘Di Genius’ McGregor, Shane Brown and former manager Donovan Germain. There are also rumors that a new collaborative single with Big Ship head Freddie McGregor will be on the album

WORLD CLASH IS BACK!!!!!!!!

Black Cat will be defending their title at the return of one of dancehall’s most recognised sound system clash, World Clash.

Promoters Irish and Chin recently announced that the popular series will return to Pier 1 in Montego Bay on Easter Monday, April 9th.  The event is being advertised at “World Class Jamaica R.E.S.E.T.” formerly known as Death Before Dishonour.

Black Cat, who is the defending champion, will be going up against other top local sounds including seven-time champion Bass Odyssey and two-time champion Kilamanjaro, Black Blunt and Code Red. 

This year will also see two overseas sound system, Rootsman from Canada and Heavy Hammer from Italy.

The popular World Clash series had been on a two-year "cool out", but will return this year with a bang.

According to Irish And Chin say they will be treating fans to some freebies from Japan base sound system Mighty Crown. Mighty Crown, who has won the series a number of occasions, will be giving away 15 pairs of their limited edition Nike sneakers. Tony Matterhorn will host the event.

DANCEHALL STARS SEND CONDULENCES TO BOUNTY KILLER

Following Dancehall star Bounty Killer’s mother Miss Ivy Williams passing away; the artist has been receiving overwhelming support from fellow artistes and fans around dancehall circles.

Miss Ivy Williams, passed away last weekend at the age of 71. Since breaking the sad news on Twitter, Bounty Killer has received condolence from some unexpected places including a phone call from Vybz Kartel.

 “Despite their differences, Vybz Kartel still hold a great deal of respect for Bounty Killer,” the source said.

Longtime rival Beenie Man sent his condolence via Twitter before following it up with a phone call.

“@GrungGaadZillA Sorry for the lost, Jah bless and guide you and your family through the struggles.”

“RIP Mama Ivey, my condolences goes out to the price family.” (Beenie Man’s Twitter)

Other dancehall celebs have sent their condolences including Sean Paul, Shaggy, Mavado, Elephant Man, Lady Saw, Spice, Assassin among others.

 R.I.P MS IVY WILLIAMS!!!!!!!!!

KARTEL NOT HAPPY WITH POPCAAN

An insider source close to Kartel has said that Vybz is not pleased about the fact that Popcaan has not visited him at the remand center.

“Him bigger things to focus on now such like getting bail and the trial, but he isn’t happy about a number of close associate not visiting him since being in jail,” the source disclosed.

“Teacha understand everyone have them career and other businesses to take care of, but still him feel like certain people abandon him because of the situation. A man can come and offer to help with any outstanding business or even just show some support,” the source added without specifically calling out Popcaan.

Vybz Kartel was arrested in September of last year and is currently facing two counts of murder and one for gun possession. He has already secured a $3 million bail for one of his murder charges.

So what do you think? should Kartel be vex?? is Popcaan in the wrong???

POPCAAN SEALS COLLAB WITH RAP ICON SNOOP DOGG

Dancehall’s rising star Popcaan; has been keeping busy while Kartel has been behind bars by keeping the Gaza name at the top of the charts, he recently has landed a collaboration with rap icon Snoop Dogg.

In an interview with the Star, Popcaan said Carleene Samuels, a member of his management team, was key in making the link between himself and Doggy Dogg’s team.

“Carleene Samuels (my management team) is good friends with the executive producer of the Snoop Dogg project so she approached them like two months ago. She made the link already so when they reach we went to the studio and just listen to nuff different tracks,” Popcaan said.

Snoop Dogg is set to release his up and coming album ‘Reincarated’ in the summer along with a documentary. Popcaan has recorded three tracks for Snoop Dogg’s production team, one of which will be featured on his new album.

“We meet and hol’ a vibe and write few songs and then we lay down about three tracks, so the album production team will have some different vibes to work with, so we don’t know which one will be final. So it’s not like we have a song together already,” Popcaan disclosed.

“Snoop was cool, and we chat and vibe. I introduced him to apple vodka and ting and he liked it so we just hol a vibe all night, was a ravin drink up link,” the Portmore Empire deejay added.