Jah Vinci Performed To A Huge Crowd at Ghana’s Independence Celebrations

Thursday, March 27, 2014

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ntent on leaving an indelible mark in 2014, Triple Dose recording artiste Jah Vinci was nothing short of brilliant at a recent concert on the African continent.  Dubbed the ‘All Star Live Series’, the 14th staging held at the Accra Sports Stadium in Ghana on Saturday, March 8th saw the ‘Watch Yuh Friends’ singer attracting over 20,000 fans in the Ghanaian capital as part of their 57th Independence celebration.

Jah Vinci performing in Ghana

Despite being his inaugural visit to the continent, it was hard to discern as Jah Vinci quickly adapted to the local culture and delivered a scintillating set as patrons within the capacity-filled venue showered bountiful adulation on the melodic crooner. Other commendable performances came courtesy of Ghanian stars: Shatta Wale, Samini, Stonebwoy and Jamaican comrade Popcaan.

Prior to the show Jah Vinci  made stops at a number of local media outlets disseminating his latest updates ; recorded two collaborations titled  ‘Party Time’ and ‘Happiness’ with Shatta Wale and Stonebwoy respectively an official video was also shot for the latter.  The sojourn culminated with a visit to the inner-city community of Nima accompanied by a heavy motorcade of security detailing as well-wishers came out in their hordes to get a glimpse of the Jamaican star.

 

Concert goers at Accra Sport Stadium

In a release to the media Jah Vinci says, “I had a great time in Africa; the trip was a pleasant experience that reaffirmed the fact that good music has no boundaries. I want to thank everyone that came out and showed support and just look for great things from Jah Vinci in 2014.”

Back on local soil, Jah Vinci  is currently in studio working assiduously on his upcoming album while promoting his latest singles ‘All When’ and ‘Nobody Knows’ an official video has also been released for the aforementioned. Additional releases will be forthcoming courtesy of SoUnique Records, BlackSpyda and noted music distributor Johnny Wonder of Hapilos 21st.

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Snoop Dogg Brings New Life to His Reggae Album "Reincarnated,"

Monday, April 29, 2013

It's not just a name change, but there's a new take on life for Snoop Lion, who switched his stage name from Snoop Dogg after a trip to Jamaica where he embraced Rastafarian culture.

 

And the new project works.

Snoop's first reggae album, "Reincarnated," includes some fine production by Major Lazer (aka Diplo), with guest appearances from Miley Cyrus, Akon, Rita Ora and Angela Hunte, who co-wrote the Jay-Z hit "Empire State of Mind."

The rapper is still the marijuana-smoking, ultra-smooth Snoop we've all come to know and love. But he's also more focused on love and happiness, and not the gangsta raps he spewed in the past.

He sings against gun violence on "No Guns Allowed," which features rapper Drake and vocals from his daughter Cori B. The track is special because it shows how Snoop has matured as a musician — and bringing on his 13-year-old daughter only drives home the point. He tackles global warming on "Tired of Running" with Akon, and preaches unity on "Lighters Up," featuring Mavado and Popcaan.

The gem of the album, though, is the dancehall track featuring Cyrus. "Ashtrays and Heartbreaks" is an easygoing track where Cyrus shines alongside Snoop.

While there are some misses — like "Get Away" and "Fruit Juice" — most of Snoop's twelfth studio album is an entertaining piece of work.

 

 

 

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Caribbean Entertainers Nominated for UK MOBO Awards

Friday, September 21, 2012

The nominees for 17th annual MOBO Awards were recently announced and a host of Caribbean nominees made the short list. Founded in 1996, MOBO was established by Kanya King MBE to recognise the outstanding achievements of artists who perform music in genres ranging from gospel, Jazz, R & B, Soul, Reggae to Hip Hop.

Bajan popstar Rihanna and Trinidadian Rapper Nicki Minaj were both nominated in the same category for “Best International Act” , other members in that category includes; Azealia Banks, Beyoncé, Drake, Jay Z and Kanye West, Frank Ocean, Nas,Ne-Yo and Rick Ross. This category was won by Rihanna last year and is deemed at the favourite to win again.

For the “Best Reggae Act” the list includes:

Popcaan
Sean Paul
Konshens
Damian Marley
Mr. Vegas

In the Best Reggae Act” Gyptian was the last Caribbean winner to capped that award back in 2010. Last year's winner went to Alborosie, an Italian reggae artist. Sean Paul who is the favourite to win , won in 2002,2004, 2006 and 2009

This year's Music of Black Origin (Mobo) Awards will be held at Liverpool's Echo Arena on Saturday November 3^rd.

The full list of MOBO awards nominations 2012 is as follows:

Best Newcomer in association with HTC – vote now
Delilah
StooShe
Angel
Rudimental
Lianne La Havas
AlunaGeorge
Conor Maynard
Jessie Ware
Misha B
Rita Ora

Best UK Male – vote now
Labrinth
Ed Sheeran
Plan B
Professor Green
Wiley
Rizzle Kicks

Best UK Female in association with Tresor Paris – vote now
Emeli Sandé
Rita Ora
Jessie J
Jessie Ware
Rebecca Ferguson
Tulisa

Best Video – vote now
Emeli Sandé – My Kind Of Love
JLS – Do You Feel What I Feel
Plan B – Ill Manors
Rizzle Kicks – Mama Do The Hump
Rita Ora ft. Tinie Tempah – R.I.P.

Best Hip-Hop/Grime – vote now
Devlin
Plan B
Professor Green
Wiley
Wretch 32

Best Album – vote now
Ed Sheeran – +
Emeli Sandé – Our Version of Events
Labrinth – Electronic Earth
Plan B – Ill Manors
Rita Ora – Ora

Best R&B/Soul Act – vote now
Angel
Emeli Sandé
Labrinth
Maverick Sabre
Rebecca Ferguson

Best Song in Association with PRSforMusic – vote now
Ed Sheeran - Lego House
Emeli Sandé - Next To Me
Plan B - Ill Manors
Labrinth feat. Tinie Tempah - Earthquake
Michael Kiwanuka - I'll Get Along

Best International Act – vote now
Azealia Banks
Beyoncé
Drake
Jay Z and Kanye West
Frank Ocean
Nas
Nicki Minaj
Ne-Yo
Rick Ross
Rihanna

Best African Act – vote now
Fatoumata Diawara
P Square
The Very Best
Spoek Mathambo
D'Banj
Fally Ipupa
Sarkodi Duncwills
Cabo Snoop
Camp Mulla
Amadou and Mariam

Best Reggae Act – vote now
Popcaan
Sean Paul
Konshens
Damian Marley
Mr. Vegas

Best Jazz Act – vote now
Ayanna Witter-Johnson
Femi Temowo
Zara Mcfarlane
Roller Trio
Zoe Rahman

Best Gospel Act – vote now
V9 Collective
Rachel Kerr
Ni-Cola
Ram1
El Mafrex

 

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Ninja Kid Rocks Kite Festival & Cops Nomination for ‘Comeback Artiste Of The Year’

Tuesday, April 17, 2012

Dancehall deejay Ninja Kid over the weekend left his imprint in St. Ann delivering commendable performances at Zip FM's ZJ Dymond Birthday celebrations and the Jamaica International Kite Festival.

Despite the heavy showers, that did very little to deter patrons who turned out in their numbers of witness some of their favourite acts on stage. Kid did not disappoint with a set that showed growth and experience while paying homage to the dignitaries in the audience.

Riding high with singles such as 'Menke' and 'Have Nuh Gal Like We', the artiste whose given name is Ojukwu Simpson has once again teamed up with emerging producer Markus Myrie for the thought provoking single 'Dem' currently making in rows on the radio waves. Talks are presently on the way for an accompanying video.

Meanwhile, Kid has been nominated for 'Comeback Artiste Of The Year' in this year's local Music Industry Achievers Awards (M.I.A) and is booked to appear at the Rumfire Ochi Explosion at Margaritaville, Ocho Rios on May 26th alongside fellow entertainers Blak Ryno, Konshens, Navino and Popcaan among others.

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