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Foota Hype still in custody – Moved to new detention centre in Florida Some 90 days after being detained by the United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), popular selector, Oniel ‘Foot Hype’ Thomas, remains in custody. He was originally in detention at the Krome Service Processing Center, an immigration facility in Miami, but the […]

Flyght takes big chance – Heading on UK tour despite coronavirus Come Friday, the 2018 Magnum King of dancehall Flyght, formerly known as Bluugo, will be heading to London for his first tour of the UK despite the continued spread of the coronavirus. “I am a bit scared because I’ve been watching the news and […]

STAR Poster girl Kim Age: 29 What I love most about my body?: My skin texture – It’s silky smooth and glowing. Three words to describe myself: Fun, beautiful & smart. Source: Jamaica Star Read more: STAR Poster girl Kim

D’Angel declares herself fashion professor – Says women can look great without designer brands D’Angel, the self-described ‘lady of dancehall’, has ventured into the teaching business and fashion is the only thing on her curriculum. Calling herself the ‘fashion professor of dancehall’, D’Angel has set out on a journey to give what she… […]

Quarantine & Chill – Jamaicans find ways to entertain themselves amid COVID-19 With the Government’s 14-day ban on public gatherings now starting to take effect on Jamaicans, many have been forced to stay indoors. The hashtag Quarantine and Chill has been trending worldwide, copying the popular Netflix and Chill, which… Source: Jamaica Star […]

Mexico stages big music festival despite coronavirus scare AP: While the coronavirus pandemic has led authorities around the globe to cancel concerts and sporting events, and even shut down daily activities in some places, Mexico City is going ahead with Vive Latino – one of the most important music… Source: Jamaica Star Read […]

‘Coronavirus deh bout’ – Sizzla raises awareness on new song Prolific reggae star Sizzla Kalonji has joined the conversation about the life-threatening coronavirus in the form of a song. The entertainer’s voice is slightly haunting as he repeatedly toasts and sings “coronavirus deh bout” on the age-old… Source: Jamaica Star Read more: ‘Coronavirus […]

Zagga comes up with ‘New Hail’ to combat COVID-19 Though many people were busy preparing for the onslaught of the new coronavirus on Tuesday, dancehall entertainer Zagga was recording in studio, then filming the music video for his fun but educational single, New Hail. “Mi just ah think, we… Source: Jamaica Star Read […]

Cancelled shows forcing big bucks refunds – Booking agents, artistes left in state of uncertainty With the continued spread of the COVID-19 worldwide, there have been growing concern among promoters, entertainers and even booking agents who have been feeling the pinch, as events continue to be either cancelled or postponed overseas. US-based… Source: […]

‘Father Ken’ is 74-not-out Lester ‘Father Ken’ Crooks, one of the pioneers of the entertainment industry in Portmore, St Catherine, has raced to 74 years old, and is as spritely as ever. He celebrated the milestone with family, friends, and loyal customers at his… Source: Jamaica Star Read more: ‘Father Ken’ is 74-not-out