Romain Virgo sophomore album "The System" hits the Billboard Reggae Chart

Monday, May 21, 2012

Former Digicel Rising Stars winner Romain Virgo sophomore album "The System" has made its way to the top of Billboard Chart.

Since its release "The System" is currently charting number six on the Reggae Album chart, which is eight spots higher than Romain Virgo’s self-titled debut album in 2010.

In an interview with the Jamaica Star the singer revealed.

"I have a long way to go, when I look at the major achievements of the reggae artistes before me; that is definitely something to aspire towards and that's what I'm focusing on right now. And apart from myself, there are a lot more promising young artistes, so I think it's a great future for reggae as long as we continue to work hard and put in the effort,"

The 15 track album features smash hits such as Rich in Love, Mama Say and its title track, System. An official launch party for the album will place at Emancipation Park, St. Andrew on May 30 at 6 P.M.

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Romain Virgo released new album " System" cover art work

Wednesday, February 22, 2012

Singer Romain Virgo is getting ready to release his sophomore album " System" in May. He recently released the album's cover art work.

2011 was a great year for the singer, who was also nominated for four Linkage Awards, for "Recording Artiste of the Year," "Best Male Vocalist," "Most Consistent Male Artist," "Song Of The Year" while Mavado earned nominations for "Male DJ of the Year," "Most Consistent Artiste" and "Entertainer of the Year"

 The event will be held on Sunday March 11, at the Macedonia Center In Mount Vernon New York.

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Lauryn Hill arrived in Jamaica for Shaggy and Friends Charity Concert

Wednesday, January 4, 2012

Former member of the Fugees singer  Lauryn Hill  is now in Jamaica gearing up for her upcoming performance for the Shaggy and Friends Charity Concert set for January 7.

The singer who is no stranger to Jamaica arrived on Monday night with her kids, and will be performing with other local and international acts, such as Ne-Yo ,rapper Eve, Deniece Williams on the lawns of Jamaica House.

Other performers include the man himself "Shaggy", Maxi Priest, Romain Virgo, Coco Tea, Half Pint, Tami Chynn, Wayne Marshall, Chino and Assassin.

Shaggy and Friends Charity Concert will raise funds for the Bustamante Hospital for Children and Chain of Hope Foundation.

Persons wishing to donate to The Shaggy Make A Difference Foundation can now do so via text message, thanks to telecommunications firms Digicel and LIME. By sending a text message to Digicel 488-4175, anyone can donate $20 to the charity and for LIME text the number 444-4248 for a donation of $50 per sms. Both will benefit the Bustamante Hospital for Children

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Tye Tribbett to perform live at Digicel free Christmas Concert in Jamaica

Tuesday, November 8, 2011

International Gospel artiste Tye Tribbett, will be  headlining Digicel free Christmas concert, on Thursday November 17, at the National Stadium parking lot, begins at 6:30 p.m..

Communication giant Digicel is hosting  the  free concert in the light of the Christmas season. Other local acts includes, Carlene Davis., Jermaine Edward, Digicel Rising Stars winner Romain Virgo, and this year's top three finalist of the Digicel Rising Stars competition  Tash, Latty J and Delando Colley.

Tash, Latty J and Delando Colley

Tickets for the concert  will be available starting this Friday at  select Digi-Centres nationwide. Also check  Digicel Facebook fan page  for more information

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