In response to current reports of 'Gaza buttons' and paraphernalia depicting the violent images of Dancehall deejay Vybz Kartel and the so-called Gaza/Gully feud being seized from vendors at several Corporate Area schools, Adidja 'Vybz Kartel' Palmer issues the following statement:

No Comments

Pulse model wearing a piece by designer Mutamba

The Jamaica Fashion and Apparel Cluster (JFAC) is maximizing on this opportunity by supporting the participation of its members including those who are not yet equipped with retail outlets. Customers can satisfy their desire for unique creations at Yola Gray’s “House of Flayva” centrally located at 2, Trafalgar Road in New Kingston, which will display designs by Julan, Poshe, T&T Fashion, Akira Lyn, Patwa Apparel, Carol’s Designs, Power line, Cinderella Hats among others.  

Other Cluster members, who will be participating in FNO at their own locations, include Heather Laine, 11 South Ave; Shades of Africa, Shop #3, 20A South Avenue; Les Campbell, 25 ½ Constant Spring Road, Shop # 40 and Totally Male, Suite 15, 1d-e Braemar Avenue.

No Comments

Jamaica's world-famous North coast beach--named after Ian Fleming's infamous British spy-will be the sight of the island's largest Holiday beach festival, Ocean Splash '009. On Sunday, December 20th, Triple T Production will bring some of the biggest names in entertainment to Agent 007's white-sanded paradise in Oracabessa for a day full of festivities with a star-studded football (soccer) match, live performances, and holiday giveaways.
 
During the day, Patrons will watch Oracabessa's local 007 All-Star Football Team square off against the Ocean Splash '009 Entertainer All-Stars which include Spragga Benz, Anthony Cruz, Aidonia, Mr. Lexx, Mad Cobra, Captain Barkey, Wickerman, Tony Curtis, Mega Banton, Mr. Peppa, Prestige, Ronny Twaites, Teacha D, I-Octane, Nesbeth, Stikki, Vybrant, Quench Aid, Kashu Man, and Higher Boukie, all under the command of team captain Snagga Puss.

No Comments

On Wednesday, October 28th, Dancehall's latest pop-sensation Serani will celebrate the release of his debut album No Games with Brooklyn's top-rated selector (DJ) Steelie Bashment and  hundreds of Brooklyn fans at Club Temptations. The ever-popular weekly Dancehall-centered party Waah Gwan Wednesday will be the backdrop of Serani's official Brooklyn album release event.
 
No Games comes on the wave of the huge success of Serani's international hit single of the same name.The record has enjoyed incredible momentum with multi radio formats including Urban AC, Urban, Rhythmic and Top 40 radio, earning over 30,000 spins. The video for "No Games" is in regular rotation on BET, BET J, MTV Jams, MTV U, MTV2, VH1's "Island Soul" and Music Choice "Hit List" on demand, where it receives 30,000 views per week from May - July of this year.

No Comments