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Bar Staff Member Dies After Alleged Electrocution at Scream Halloween Festival

KINGSTON, Jamaica — November 1, 2026: Tragedy struck the Scream Halloween Festival on Saturday night after a male bar staff member was allegedly electrocuted and collapsed while on duty at the event’s

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01/11/2026

Kim Kardashian’s Sex Tape Has Grossed Over $100 Million According To Her New Memoir Citizen Kim

The sex tape that launched the Kardashian 3 billion-dollar celebrity empire was

Bob Marley Climbs to No. 6 on Forbes’ Highest-Paid Dead Celebrities List for 2026, Earning US$25 Million

Reggae legend Bob Marley’s earnings nearly doubled in 2026, rising from US$13

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Capleton’s ‘Heights Of Fire’ passes 35 million Spotify streams

Capleton’s Heights Of Fire, released via Evidence Music has surpassed 35 million

Andrew Holness, Prime Minister Of Jamaica

“Brand Jamaica Belongs to the People”: Musicians’ Union Responds to Holness’ Beenie Man Comments

KINGSTON, Jamaica — The Jamaica Federation of Musicians and Affiliates Union (JFMAU)

Iration-Micah Pueschel - Vocals, Guitar Micah Brown - Guitar, Vocals Adam Taylor - Bass Joseph Dickens - Drums Cayson Peterson - Keys Drake Peterson - Trumpet, Keys Jose Miguel Perez - Percussion on IRL, Last Night, The Stream and Comedown Tony Rinaldi - Trombone on IRL and New Style

Iration’s Time Bomb and Stick Figure’s Set In Stone Certified Gold By The RIAA

American Reggae-rock band Iration has earned another Gold certification in the United

Buju Banton Fires Back at PM Holness: “We Are the Brand That Help Establish Jamaica”

Reggae superstar Buju Banton has pushed back against Prime Minister Andrew Holness

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Patrick Stewart, Legendary ‘Star Trek’ and ‘X-Men’ Actor, Dies at 86

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29/10/2026

Sir Patrick Stewart, the acclaimed British actor who rose from Shakespearean theatre to international stardom through his iconic roles in Star Trek and X-Men,

Black Eyed Peas’ “I Gotta Feeling” Surpasses 1 Billion YouTube Views

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29/10/2026

The Black Eyed Peas have achieved another major digital milestone as the official music video for their global smash hit “I Gotta Feeling”

Mr. G Talks Producing Tarrus Riley’s ‘Red Flag’

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28/10/2026

Veteran dancehall artiste and producer Mr. G, formerly known as Goofy, has shared the relationship behaviours he considers major red flags, as his latest

Mr. G Marks 30 Years Since His Dancehall Breakthrough

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28/10/2026

The renewed attention surrounding his production work comes during an important milestone for Mr. G, who is marking three decades since his breakthrough single

Jamaica Among Countries Abstaining as UN Votes on Ending U.S. Embargo Against Cuba

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28/10/2026

Jamaica was among 25 countries that abstained from voting on a United Nations resolution calling for an end to the United States’ longstanding economic,

Every Time Jay-Z Linked Up With Jamaican Dancehall Artists For Hits

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28/10/2026

From Sean Paul and Vybz Kartel to Mavado, Sizzla and Damian Marley, a chronological look at the Jamaican artists whose music has crossed paths

50 Cent Hits Rick Ross’ Ex With $6 Million Lawsuit Over Comments About His Teenage Son

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27/10/2026

50 Cent is taking his feud with Rick Ross’ ex-girlfriend Tia Kemp to court, filing a $6 million defamation lawsuit over what he describes

Tainy’s “Adicto” With Anuel AA & Ozuna Surpasses 1 Billion Streams on Spotify

Latin·Reggaeton

27/10/2026

Puerto Rican producer Tainy 2019 hit “Adicto,” with Anuel AA and Ozuna, has officially surpassed 1 billion streams on Spotify. The achievement marks Tainy’s

GiftMe Faces Social Media Backlash After Allegedly Issuing Cease & Desist To Influencer

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27/10/2026

KINGSTON, Jamaica — Jamaican digital gifting and payments platform GiftMe is facing mounting criticism after a social media influencer who questioned the costs associated

Jay-Z Set to Headline 2027 Super Bowl Halftime Show

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26/10/2026

Hip-hop mogul and music icon Jay-Z is preparing to take center stage at one of the biggest entertainment events in the world. The legendary

Adam22 Declares Radio a “Dying Business Model…Let It Die” Following Rosecrans Vic’s Exit From Power 106

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26/10/2026

No Jumper founder Adam22 has warned aspiring hip-hop media personalities against taking jobs at traditional radio stations following the controversial departure of Rosecrans Vic

New York City has officially declared October Reggaetón Heritage Month

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26/10/2026

New York City has officially declared October Reggaetón Heritage Month, recognizing the genre’s Jamaican reggae and dancehall roots, its early development in Panama, its

Shenseea Has 28 Songs Surpassing 10 Million Streams, 4 Surpassing 100 Million

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26/10/2026

The Jamaican dancehall superstar continues to expand her global streaming dominance, amassing more than 1.65 billion Spotify streams across her credited catalog. Dancehall artist

Beyoncé Brags That She Is Not Just A Model But The Founder, Visionary and Sole Investor of Cécred Haircare Brand

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26/10/2026

Global superstar asserts business ownership as Cécred expands into the United Kingdom, marking her return to the magazine’s cover after 20 years. NEW YORK,

Eric Bauza, Voice of Bugs Bunny, Daffy Duck and Tweety, Dies at 46

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26/10/2026

Emmy Award-winning voice actor Eric Bauza, best known for bringing beloved Looney Tunes characters Bugs Bunny, Daffy Duck and Tweety Bird to life, has

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Grammy-Winning Producer Alexx Antaeus on Why Jamaican Artists Lose at the Grammys

The Grammy-winning producer tells World Music Views that Jamaica’s biggest obstacle at music’s most prestigious awards may not be a lack of talent, but

15/10/2026

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Runkus Talks Grammy Ambitions, Reggae Revival, His Father’s Legacy and Why Dancehall Is Exactly Where It Needs to Be

At Kingston’s legendary Harry J Studios, the Jamaican singer and producer reflects on the making of his latest album, the changing fortunes of

14/10/2026

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Interview: How PM Dawn broke hip-hop’s rules — and gave Island Records a Billboard No 1

Jon Baker, founder of Gee Street Records and former president of Island Jamaica, recalls how a teenage producer’s unlikely record collection, a Spandau Ballet

13/10/2026

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Capleton Returns After 16 Years With Heights Of Fire: ‘This Album Is About Awakening’

Exclusive interview with World Music Views Sixteen years is an eternity in today’s music industry, where artists are expected to release new material at

26/06/2026

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