Following her death scare last year, Dancehall deejay Spice held a private event on Thursday night in Atlanta to celebrate her life. The post Spice opens up about cancer scare and more… appeared first on IRIE FM.
Julian 'Juju' Marley, the son of Reggae legend Bob Marley, says he understood the importance of humility by observing his father. The post Julian Marley inspired by his dad’s humility appeared first on IRIE FM.
Tributes continue to flood social media platforms for Third World founder Michael Ibo Cooper, who died at his home in St Andrew on Thursday (Oct 12). The post Tributes pour in for veteran musician, Ibo Cooper appeared first on IRIE FM.
“God and time”, is Pamputtae’s response after getting the green light to perform in the United Kingdom after 11 years. The post Pamputtae grateful for UK work permit appeared first on IRIE FM.
Dancehall artist TopMann is struggling with the sudden death of his father, Dillon Hines who died in a motor vehicle accident on Thursday (Oct 5). The post Dancehall artist TopMann struggling with dad’s sudden death appeared first on IRIE FM.
World renowned dub poet Mutabaruka is gearing up for the release of his album, ‘Black Attack’. The post Mutabaruka releases ‘Black Attack’ appeared first on IRIE FM.
Ahead of the Jamaica Reggae Girlz kickoff at the FIFA Women’s World Cup on Sunday (July 23), Agent Sasco, Spragga Benz, and former footballer Walter Boyd are encouraging the ladies to put their best foot forward. In a jovial social media post, the famous men are lending their voices in support of the Jamaica Reggae […] The post Spragga Benz, Agent Sasco, and Walter Boyd show support for Reggae Girlz appeared first on IrieFm.
Three major Caribbean radio stations in Queens, New York, may be looking for a new home following talks of a sale. Music News understands that Hope Media Group is acquiring Brokered Caribbean 93.5 WVIP, the owners of the broadcast license used by IRIE JAM Radio, Link Up Radio, and Grooving Radio. According to reports, Hope […] The post Caribbean Radio stations in NYC left homeless after sale appeared first on IrieFm.
Dancehall entertainer D’Angel is venting her frustration after the National Day of Mourning for Jamaica’s children did not get the support from the majority of the citizens today (June 23). Prime Minister Andrew Holness endorsed the Proclamation of Friday, June 23 to be observed as a National Day of Mourning for Jamaica’s children who have […] The post D’Angel rants after National Day of Mourning gets poor support appeared first on IrieFm.
Following a huge premiere at the Tribeca Film Festival, the producers of Bad Like Brooklyn Dancehall are currently looking for a home for the documentary. Bad Like Brooklyn Dancehall explores the ‘80s and ‘90s emergence of dancehall as Jamaican immigrants brought the music, dancing, and vibes of their home to New York City. Film Director […] The post Netflix, Hulu, or Amazon? Bad Like Brooklyn Dancehall searches for home appeared first on IrieFm.
Razor B has a message for Jamaicans whom he said have become numb towards the ongoing crime and violence, especially against our children. Razor B, who went to protest in the streets along with others, recounted an incident where they were dismissed for protesting the brutal murder of 8-year-old Danielle Rowe, who was abducted from […] The post Razor B says some men and women have become numb to crime and violence appeared first on IrieFm.
International Reggae Day (IRD) will this year salute the global influence of 80s and 90s Dancehall from Bruckins to Bogle, and its impact on genres like Hip Hop, Reggaeton, EDM, and Afrobeats. IRD founder Andrea Davis speaks with Music News following a meeting held today (June 16) with international counterparts to discuss plans. July […] The post Plans underway for International Reggae Day appeared first on IrieFm.
Conscious Reggae singer Hempress Sativa has recruited legendary female entertainers Sister Nancy and Sister Carol, along with Kelissa and Keida, for her album, Charka. In a Music News exclusive, Hempress Sativa says the 12-track album that also features her father, veteran selector Ilawi, will have two launches, one in Kingston, Jamaica this Wednesday (June 14), […] The post Hempress Sativa recruits female legends for new album appeared first on IrieFm.
Selector Shukkle Bus is confirming talks that he made 1.1 million Jamaican dollars in one night from money pull-ups. In a video making the rounds across social media platforms, the popular selector can be seen juggling at a party while patrons shell out large sums of cash on the turntable to Masicka’s ‘Different Type’. The […] The post Selector Shukkle Bus makes $1.1 mil in 30 mins from money pull-ups appeared first on IrieFm.
Multi-Grammy-award winner Ziggy Marley is featured in the new animated Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse film. In one of the scenes, Ziggy is the voice talent of Lenny, who is a store owner. Using the Jamaican dialect, Ziggy Marley gets into an argument with a robber, while Siderman uses his microwave to warm a Jamaican patty […] The post Ziggy Marley joins Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse cast appeared first on IrieFm.
Consumers and business owners could get some relief, as the rate of price-increases in the country, slows down, due to a downward trend in inflation. Speaking at a quarterly Monetary policy Press Conference on Monday, Bank of Jamaica Governor, Richard Byles said inflation in Jamaica has continued to ease. Mr. Byles said the central bank’s […] The post Possible relief to consumers as inflation slows down – Byles appeared first on IrieFm.
International Dancehall artiste Shaggy says his 7-track EP, titled In The Mood is currently available on all streaming platforms. Shaggy, the only diamond-selling dancehall artist in Jamaica’s music history, made the announcement via his official Instagram account today (May 12), with the cover art which shows the artwork of a female image in a carnival […] The post Shaggy drops Soca infused EP appeared first on IrieFm.
Entertainer I-Octane is singing praises and giving thanks after his eldest daughter walked away with only complaints of feeling pain following a motor vehicle collision on Thursday (May 4) in Kingston. I-Octane relived the horrific moment in a Music News exclusive today (May 5). In related news, I-Octane is currently gearing up for the release […] The post I-Octane’s daughter in pain after car accident appeared first on IrieFm.
Entertainers and Social media influencers Wayne Marshall and Tami Chin have partnered with the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) for its upcoming Transformation 2023: People, Quality, and Technology Expo. The husband and wife duo in a video message shared by the JCF is urging citizens to attend the four-day expo to get a first-hand look into […] The post Wayne Marshall and Tami Chin partner with JCF for Expo appeared first on IrieFm.
Entertainers Wayne Marshall and Valiant, along with a few social media influencers, and others, united on Tik Tok on Sunday to raise funds for a 12-year-old boy, who is battling stage four cancer of the blood (Hodgkin’s Lymphoma). The child’s mother, Vanessa Williams-Morgan, during the Live, provided an update on her son’s condition and expressed […] The post Entertainers join hands and hearts to support 12-year-old boy with cancer appeared first on IrieFm.