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TikTok Surpasses $16 Billion in US Sales Amidst Uncertain Future

TikTok raked in a staggering $16 billion in sales in the US during 2023 according to the Financial Times. This unprecedented success underscores the platform’s robust presence in the American market, particularly

15/03/2024

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Vybz Kartel’s Murder Conviction Overturned By UK’s Privy Council

The 18 page judgment handed down by the U.K.’s Judicial Committee of the Privy Council (JCPC) in the Vybz Kartel murder case on March 14, 2024 states that the “Appellants Appeal be

14/03/2024

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Adidas Announces $150 Million Donation From Yeezy Earnings After Kanye West Blast Company Online

Adidas announced on Wednesday that it has committed over $150 million to combat antisemitism and other forms of hate through donations from the sales of Yeezy shoes last year, following the termination

14/03/2024

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Bob Marley Movie Drives Reggae Music Streams

The Bob Marley Movie titled “Bob Marley: One Love” is having a direct impact of culture beyond the box office, as it has reignited interest in the legendary reggae artist’s music, driving

12/03/2024

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Top Jamaican Artists Benefit from Streaming Royalty System, While Others Struggling

Major music streaming platforms are eliminating songs with low play counts, impacting many artists who earn only a few dollars despite millions of streams. This change in strategy, exemplified by Spotify’s new

12/03/2024

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Vybz Kartel’s Final Appeal: Privy Council Sets Judgment Date For March 14

The Judicial Committee of the Privy Council (JCPC) is set to deliver its final verdict on Vybz Kartel and three others’ appeal on Thursday (March 14) at 11 AM (Jamaica Time). In

08/03/2024

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Shenseea and Masicka’s “Hit & Run” Spends 5 Weeks At Number 1 In Jamaica On YouTube

Shenseea and Masicka‘s “Hit & Run,” spends a fifth week at No. 1 on Jamaica’s weekly YouTube chart. The Stephen ‘Di Genius’ McGregor produced song is released under Rich Immigrants/Interscope Records gained 418,000 views

05/03/2024

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Bob Marley’s Tour Manager Alan ‘Skill’ Cole Says “Bob Marley: One Love” Not True

Alan ‘Skill’ Cole, renowned both for his prowess on the football field and his intimate connection to the legendary Bob Marley, in a recent interview with Entertainment Report’s Anthony Miller, admits to abstaining

05/03/2024

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Sly and Robbie’s “Bam Bam Riddim” Sampled In Bollywood Hit “Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya”

Sly Dunbar and Robbie Shakespeare’s “Bam Bam Riddim” is sampled on the Bollywood movie soundtrack “Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiyathe.” Shahid Kapoor and Kriti Sanon’s romantic Bollywood drama, referred to as

05/03/2024

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Sinéad O’Connor’s Estate Slams Donald Trump’s Use of Her Music: “Appalled and Insulted”

The estate of the late Sinéad O’Connor has strongly criticized Donald Trump for using the singer-songwriter’s rendition of “Nothing Compares 2 U” at his campaign rallies. Trump recently played the song at

04/03/2024

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Bob Marley, Sean Paul, Shenseea and Shaggy’s Music To Remain Off TikTok For Foreseeable Future

During the latest earnings call, Sir Lucian Charles Grainge, Chairman & Chief Executive Officer of Universal Music Group, underscored the ongoing licensing dispute with TikTok, emphasizing the platform’s significance in fair compensation

29/02/2024

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Buju Banton, Marley Family, and Others Offer Heartfelt Tributes to Morgan Heritage Family Following Peetah Morgan’s Sudden Passing

The reggae world is reeling from the sudden and tragic loss of Peetah Morgan, a towering figure in the music industry. Buju Banton, in a poignant tribute, reflects on the profound impact

25/02/2024

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