THE WICKEDEST TIME WILL BE CLOSED... UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE

Dear Readers..

I'm not really used to leaving you guys for extended periods of time but unfortunately, I won't be able to post any updates for about a week or two.

As you know, Sugar Minott passed on July 10th but what you may not know is that he is my uncle so I'll be in Jamaica for some time to console my aunt and attend the funeral.

Anyone who is interested in attending the service, it will be held on August 1st at the National Arena. There will also be a public all day viewing at the Youthman Promotions Headquarters at 1 Robert Crescent Lane on July 31st.

Your love and support is truly appreciated.

To be the first to know when I get back and when the updates will start flowing again, subscribe to my mailing list via email, facebook, twitter, etc.. all the links are over there ==>>> (top right corner).

The Beres Hammond ticket giveaway will be right below this post so you can start entering the contest and I'll announce the winner when I get back.

A few links that you might wanna check out while I'm away:

www.JamaicaMyWay.com <<== The best Jamaican tour guide I've EVER met (via the internet)!! Learn about the in's and out's of Jamaica and why enjoying JA the local way is the ultimate treat for tourists.

www.ReggaeVille.com <<== Lots of videos, lots of music, lots of interviews. A special treat for the roots and culture lovers.

www.Jamaicansmusic.com <<== Some of the best up to date dancehall music you can find on the internet!

I love you all, thanks for reading and I'll see ya when I get back!

BERES HAMMOND TICKET GIVEAWAY *** TWO TICKETS TO ONE LUCKY WINNER!!

WHO:

YOU can be the lucky winner!

WHAT:

Two [2] tickets to see Beres Hammond perform LIVE IN CONCERT during his FOR THE LOVE OF IT tour!

WHERE:

RAMS HEAD LIVE -- 20 Market Place Baltimore, MD 21202 (ph: 410.244.1131)

WHEN:

The show is on AUGUST 10th.. the winner will be announced on AUGUST 5th!!

HOW:

Oh, thats EASY!! All you have to do is comment on THIS posting telling me your favorite BERES HAMMOND tune.

Just make sure to leave your EMAIL ADDRESS with your Beres Hammond song submission so that I can contact the winner!!!!!!!!

So yes, one lucky winner will win BOTH tickets to the upcoming BERES HAMMOND show in Baltimore MD on AUGUST 10th! The winner will be picked at RANDOM so is luck on your side??

**For more info on the show, click here!!

PLAYLIST: AIDONIA - BUBBLE AND TURN (STREET GROVE RIDDIM)

MAAADDD!!!

Aidonia never disappoints me! Yes, his music usually follows the girls or guns or ganja scheme, but it works and keeps me searching for the repeat button.

Now its for me to actually find selectors whose playing the music that I wanna hear.. too many good tunes not being played at parties!

WHEN ARE WE GONNA SEE SOME DANCEHALL MOVIES IN THEATERS

What a wonderful day it was when my mom took me to the movie theater to see "Dancehall Queen".. not to mention the TURNOUT!!

Jamaicans EVERYWHERE, with smiles on their faces, pride in their eyes and nothing but authentic support coming out of their wallets.

Oooh I miss those days..

At the time, I didn't even realize that movies like this didn't really make it to major movie theaters so this was actually a treat that should be savored.

Now fast forward to 2010 where we're left with low quality bootleg DVDs which ends up being nothing more than charity work for the directors, producers and actors involved all stringing along to a hope and a dream.

But dis one look like it can gwaan still..

PLAYLIST: ALISON HINDS AND SHAGGY - CANT LET MY LOVE GO [OFFICIAL VID]

Oh my, I love this video! The SOCA QUEEN, Alison Hinds alongside Mr. Boombastic himself, SHAGGY is in a sexy new video together.

The song is crazy, it's on the MASH UP RIDDIM, and the video is insane but it looks like in the end, the woman will always take the man back. SMH

But Shaggy is a cutie.. can I really blame her?

SUMFEST IS DOING A SPECIAL TRIBUTE TO SUGAR MINOTT DURING INTERNATIONAL NIGHT TWO (TOMORROW NIGHT)

Summerfest Productions declared that tomorrow night is when they will do a special tribute to the godfather of dancehall, Sugar Minott to commemorate his works and achievements as one of the greatest reggae artists to perform on a stage.

Although his passing stunned family, fans and friends on July 10th , his music is still in the hearts of many and will continue to live on for years to come.

"Reggae Sumfest is about celebrating good music, and Sugar Minott is unquestionably one of Jamaica's treasures in terms of providing good music. It was only fitting that we made this dedication to him," stated Johnny Gourzang, Executive Producer of the show. "His contribution to the musical landscape is huge and commendable, and this is our way of saying thank you."

International Night Two will be dedicated to his memory where they will have a musical tribute from a multitude of artists who ruled the stage alongside Sugar Minott during the earlier days of reggae.

Artists like Tristan Palmer, Jimmy Riley, Little John and Tony Tuff while the backing band and musical selections will be arranged by Dean Fraser who stated,

"I have known Sugar Minott since childhood, so it's special on a personal level, because we go far back, so that is why I personally chose to be a part of this. We ended up in the music together, plus there is a lot of respect for Sugar himself, because this is a man who has done plenty in the business. He did even more than people realize. At one time he was the biggest thing in the UK, no other singer had the kind of respect that he had in the UK. Sugar did a lot, he was one of the pioneers in the Japanese markets, he is a big icon in this business and he has done well."

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CARDIAC BASS RIDDIM - LOVERS ROCK MIX BY DJ MAJAH BLAK

This Cardiac Bass Riddim mix is pure sweetness to my ears.

Tunes from artists like Jah Cure, Vybz Kartel (who knew Kartel was dippin' into Lovers Rock?), I Octane, and Ce'cile but if you want to hear more on the Cardiac Bass Riddim you'll hear some great tunes from Keida, Lutan Fyah, Alaine, Bugle, Christopher Martin...

Oh my, and the list just goes on and on.

The Cardiac Bass Riddim is on point so get familiar!

PLAYLIST: PRINCE BUSTER - HARD MAN FI DEAD

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Haven't you heard??

If you don't know where you came from you won't know where you're going! History was always the subject I paid the least attention to in school growing up and now I see that it was probably the most important. 

And the same goes for reggae music.

Music evolves throughout the years but one things for sure, if you don't familiarize yourself with the ORIGINATORS, you probably don't even know what you're talking about.

'Bout yuh love reggae.. kmt.. who ya lying to?

Reggae music itself comes to mind when I hear this tune, "Yuh pick him up, yuh lick him down, him bounce right back.. what ah HARD MAN FI DEAD!!"

Dem ah fight reggae music.. but him nah go no where!!

Yes, Reggae.. don't give up the fight!

CAPLETON PERFORMS LIVE IN HOLLAND AMSTERDAM 2010

JAH... Rastafari!

Here are some live clips of KING SHANGO performing f0r his fans in HOLLAND at Paradiso Amsterdam.

Right now, mi ah ask Jah to protect me from my enemies cause I see some a dem ah get bold to rhatid, but clearly dem nuh see how big my God is.

Dem really need fi tek a step back.

Where di clean heart people dem deh???!

ELEPHANT MAN HAD HIS HOUSE RAIDED AND MERCEDES BENZ SEIZED BECAUSE OF OWED TAXES

Tsk.. tsk.. poor poor Ele!

The repo man is a BITCH and they're after ELEPHANT MAN and all his possessions!! It hurts my heart that I was just sitting her singing along to the song with him and Bounty Killer where dem ah talk bout dem a drink champagne like its free and dis is how they do it and watch ya now!!

The Inland Revenue Department is attempting to recover outstanding taxes from Elephant Man so they raided his house only to say that they found nothing of value.. other than his shiny red convertible Mercedes Benz!

So they raided his house, seized his vehicle and left Elephant Man worried about whats to follow..

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PLAYLIST: CAPLETON - SOME DAY [OFFICIAL VID]

Is it safe to say that Capleton is on the top of everyone's favorite list?

I really like him.. from his sweet personality, to his music, to his energy and vibe. Right on down to this new video that he just released.

When I first checked out the video I was feeling some kind of way about LIFE and I swear from listening to this tune changed my whole outlook. A definite source of upliftment.

Enjoy!

PLAYLIST: KARI JESS - WE NAH STRAY (BAD PEOPLE RIDDIM) [OFFICIAL VID]

Up to now.. the BAD PEOPLE RIDDIM is the baddest riddim to touch the road and my favorite riddim of the year thus far!

And here is KARI JESS tearing up the riddim with his single 'WE NAH STRAY'.. the song is hot and video is hotter!

Check it out!

VYBZ KARTEL WANTS TO BE COMPENSATED FOR MILLIONS OF DOLLARS LOSS DUE TO THE EXTENDED DETAINMENT

So.. if you don't know by now, let me be the one to tell you.

Vybz Kartel was finally released after being detained in custody for about two weeks for questioning during Jamaica's longstanding 'State Of Emergency'.

Which, by the way, I don't really understand why Jamaica is STILL in a State of Emergency now that they finally caught up with Dudus.

Well, Kartel's lawyer is not letting this one pass without a FIGHT!

Attorney at law, Valerie Neita-Robertson states that police officials have overstepped their boundaries by holding Vybz Kartel for such a long time which ultimately led to him losing several contracts for shows he was expected to perform.

Valerie stated, "They do not respect or regard authority. They have no respect for anybody, and this has to stop. From what was told to me, utterances were made to certain media personnel by police officers that they were not releasing him until today (Saturday). I would draw a conclusion from that they didn't want him to meet his engagement."

She also stated that the detention order which Kartel was served did not have a reason as to why he was being detained and the interview with Kartel was very general, they had no specific offense that they wanted to question him about.

"When an order is given under the law, then the law must have its course. Police cannot just decide that they are not doing what they are supposed to do and we sit back and accept it. We want to cooperate and want crime to do down, but we will not put up with this slackness!"

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BERES HAMMOND PERFORMING AT RAMS HEAD LIVE ON AUGUST 10TH

It's all about AUGUST 10th in BALTIMORE MARYLAND!!!

People, People, PEOPLE!! YOU gotta mark you calendar, get your bashy bashy outfit ready and secure your date because the living legend BERES HAMMOND.. the KING of LOVERS ROCK will be tearing down RAMS HEAD LIVE on the 10th of AUGUST alongside Inner Circle, Culture and Lenya Wilkes!

The ENTIRE DC, Maryland, Virgina need to line up for this one cause to miss it is to DISS it!

TICKETS ARE ON SALE NOW! So grab some before its too late! To get up on the EARLY BIRD tickets.. click here!!

The place to be is RAMS HEAD LIVE located at 20 Market Place Baltimore, Maryland 21202, if you need to call them the number is 410.244.1131 and the show starts at 7:30pm!!

This is a show for the ladies.. so fellas, the BEST THING YOU COULD EVER DO is bring your favorite honeydew to see BERES HAMMOND perform LIVE!!

So remember.. AUGUST 10th, 7:30, RAMS HEAD LIVE!! 7:30.. RAMS HEAD LIVE.. AUGUST 10th!! RAMS HEAD LIVE.. 7:30.. AUGUST 10th!!

But, if you're not in the Baltimore area... check out the entire "FOR THE LOVE OF IT TOUR" dates and locations throughout the US and CANADA..check out the calendar HERE!!

PLAYLIST: SIZZLA - BABYLON AH LISTEN (MEAN GIRLS RIDDIM)

I use to have an obsession with Sizzla.. we'll not so much Sizzla but an obsession with his music. I remember I made a personal CD with nothing but Sizzla on it. Trust me, this was the REAL Best OF Sizzla mix, and I might as well burn all the other CDs in my car because this was the ONLY CD I listened to for about 5 MONTHS!!

I could be going to a club, going to church, going to a friends house.. it didn't matter. The CD was the ONLY CD I listened to.

I even remember one of my friends telling me that she was worried because every time she got into my car.. this was the ONLY CD I listened to.

Well, this was one of the songs on the mix and last night I went out to a random reggae club in south beach and they played this tune... It surely brought back some happy memories.

PLAYLIST: SUGAR MINOTT - OH MR. DC [LIVE PERFORMANCE]

I love to see live performances.. especially when the performers actually PERFORM. Where the entertainers actually ENTERTAIN!!

I'm so tired of seeing artists running from side to side on the stage yelling into the microphone. Here is an artist who came on stage with his big bag of that GOOD 'sensi' singing "OOOOooooooh DC!!" and you already KNOW what was going on!!

Rest in peace Uncle SUGAR.. I can't say it enough..

Thanks to FunLovingLovers for the footage!!

**EXCLUSIVE** INTERVIEW WITH BUSY SIGNAL

So, I got a chance to touch base with BUSY SIGNAL to talk about a few things thats going on in his world.

He just released his new album D.O.B. so he gave us some insight on what he wants to accomplish with this album, we talked about the DUDUS situation and how it's affecting the reggae music industry and we even touched on topics like the controversial single, "ONE MORE NIGHT" that ultimately led to a GRAMMY NOMINATION.

Grab some popcorn, sit back and press play!! And when you're done, click here to check out his album D.O.B!!

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PLAYLIST: I OCTANE - MY LIFE [OFFICIAL VID]

I always knew life wasn't gonna be easy.. but lawwxx, mi neva know seh it woulda so hard!!

But learn a lesson.. you don't know what's going on in someone else's life. Just because it seems good on the outside looking in nuh mean nutt'n, well, except dat dem ah balance wid it.

Everybody has their own struggles, trials and tribulations so don't think you're the only one holding a burden.

My life nuh easy like 1..2..3.. but I'm working with what I got! Get one thing straight, you'll never find my body next to a suicide note!!

PLAYLIST: KEIDA - 75 (CARDIAC BASS RIDDIM)

The more I listen to her the more I rate her..

Check her out again in this fly video.. click here!!

CHAKA DEMUS AND PLIERS ARE SUING THEIR RECORD COMPANY FOR $10 MIL OF UNPAID ROYALTIES

Yes people, you read it right!!

Chaka Demus and Pliers filed a lawsuit earlier this week against Universal Music Group for unpaid royalties and trademark infringement.

According to the two artists, they signed a recording deal with the label back in 1992 which allowed the artists to retain all rights to the trademark Chaka Demus and Pliers but says that Universal Music withheld the monies and royalties from the inception of the agreement.

But hear this..

Not only are they asking for a court award of OVER $10 million (US DOLLARS by the way) but they're also demanding an injunction ordering that Universal Music cease the sale, production and performances of their music!!

You think they'll get it??

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PLAYLIST: SUGAR MINOTT - M16 RIDDIM

I couldn't even tell you the name of this song, but I do know that you'll recognize the riddim. You remember, "Bad man ah fire M16.."??

Yeah man, big big riddim!!

And mi deh yah ah sip ah homemade rum punch and trust me, dis song ah gi me a nice vibe to rock out to.

Big up Uncle Sugar.. I miss you, man!!

PLAYLIST: D'ANGEL - COME OVER (ROOF TOP RIDDIM) [OFFICIAL VID]

As long as its clear that bruk pocket man fi stay far from HERE.. then we have an understanding.

LADIES!! Listen up.. uuno ah mek it too easy!!

The dancehall divas.. LADY SAW, TANYA STEPHENS, D'Angel, Tifa, Macka Diamond and the rest of them need to hold a seminar about 4 times a year to teach you the tricks of the trade!

BUSY SIGNAL DROPS NEW ALBUM ENTITLED D.O.B -- GET YOUR COPY HERE!!

BUSY SIGNAL proved to the masses that he is the MOST VERSATILE reggae artist in the industry so I couldn't pass up an opportunity to get a copy of his album that he JUST DROPPED this past TUESDAY!!

Dancehall nuh nice again!!!

BUSY SIGNAL always take the music a step further by fusing his music and his culture with other musical genres which gives him that EDGE and that APPEAL that blows everyone else out of the water!

So don't miss out!! D.O.B. is here.. the DOMINANCE of BUSY... the DIFFERENCE of BUSY and you can get your very own copy by CLICKING HERE!!

Time for a brand new flavor in your ear!

PLAYLIST: WAYNE MARSHALL AND MAVADO - MY HEART [OFFICIAL VID]

Is it because he's married why his swag turned up about 8 notches?? I swear it's like Wayne Marshall got sexier overnight!

But let me stop pree Tami man..

From the instant I heard this song I knew it was gonna be a HIT so it excited me to see that he dropped a video.. and even featured the GULLY GOD to turn this hit into a CERTIFIED HIT!

I love it!

PLAYLIST: TARRUS RILEY - WILD FIRE / PROTECT THE PEOPLE [OFFICIAL VID]

Jah Jah protects drunks, fools, and little children.. so if you fall into one, two or three of these categories.. it's safe to say you're set!

But don't test him.. the lord has a sense of humor and it ain't funny when the jokes on YOU!

GROUPIES CLAIM THEY WERE SEXUALLY ASSAULTED BY SEAN KINGSTON AT A HOTEL PARTY

It's like I always have to attach Sean Kingston's name with simple minded decisions.. you remember when he tried to ship a US$500,000 chain through FedEx only to receive an empty package and regret that he only insured it for $500??

Yeah.. sad day.

So here he is again entertaining us with news that make you go 'hmmmmm'.

Over the weekend, Sean Kingston was big pimpin' in a hotel in Seattle where two drunk groupies arrived with liquor in hand ready to get the party started..

Sean Kingston had his way with one of the girls then left the hotel party while the girls stayed at the party and took this time to introduce themselves to the other fellas in the room.

It wasn't until later that night when the two ladies, ages 19 and 20 was being transported out of the hotel with an ambulance and taken to a local hospital to take rape and Rohypnol (ruffies aka the date rape drug) tests.

Apparently, things got sour throughout the night and although Sean Kingston was called back by cops to go through an interview about the matter, the interview was cancelled because they feel that the case did not hold enough substance.

But regardless, the young ladies intend on filing a civil lawsuit..

PLAYLIST: SUGAR MINOTT [LIVE PERFORMANCE]

Ever since Sugar Minott passed I've been reintroducing myself to all of the music in his extensive catalog..

Of course there's the classics.. but then there is a long lists of rare gems that you have to keep on playback.

Check out the group shot of him with some of his children and grandkids. Sugar Minott was such a family man.. he always surrounded himself with family every time he had the chance.

And trust me, the family is BIG so he always had an entourage!

The family misses you, reggae music misses you, you're gone but you'll never be forgotten.

Jah know, the world ah cry fi you right now!

PLAYLIST: TIWONY ft KONSHENS - NEVER GIVE UP [OFFICIAL VID]

Music that uplifts!

Every now and then I have to listen to music like this to keep me focused and on track. I get my inspiration from music, I get my motivation through music and even when I don't have a team of people cheering me on.. I listen to music like this and cheer myself on so that I can continue to move forward.

It works for me.. You should try it.

PLAYLIST: BEENIE MAN - I'M OKAY / DRINKING RUM AND RED BULL [OFFICIAL VID]

The king of the DANCEHALL!!!

Lawd.. I love this song!! I love the video!

Regardless of all the craziness thats going on in my life and all the craziness thats going on in YOUR life.. at the end of the day, we're OKAY!!

One things for sure.. life goes on.

DUDUS AND REV. AL MILLER PARODY

This is FUNNY!!!!

You'd be a fool to think that someone in Jamaica wouldn't make a joke out of a real tragedy. Really, we wouldn't have it any other way.

Enjoy!

PLAYLIST: SUGAR MINOTT - HERBMAN HUSTLIN [LIVE PERFORMANCE]

Sugar Minott is gone, but his music lives ON!!!!

Big up to Sugar Minott for his contribution to reggae music. He was the one who brought out and strengthened the careers of many of the artists we love, like Garnett Silk, Junior Reid and Tenor Saw. Songs that he made before I was even BORN are known word for word by the newer generations and he was one of the pioneers who paved the way for reggae music.

What more can you ask for.. Sugar Minott lived a wonderful live, showed nothing but love, received nothing but love and died a legend.

He's gone but could never be forgotten.

We love you Sugar and you'll forever be in our hearts.

Rest peacefully.

PLAYLIST: AIDONIA - BUSS IT INNA FACE (MAD OUTTA ROAD RIDDIM)

Wasn't it just last week the entire island wanted to chill on the gun tunes? I know i'm not trippin' on this one. Remember O'Neil Edwards?? Remember the Tivoli Gardens massacre?

And look at that.. I'm just as bad because I'm promoting it.

Morals versus enjoyment.

I genuinely like this song.. and I'm sure we don't have to get back into the fact that I love Aidonia.

What a vicious cycle! I'm guilty!! I promote gun tunes but hate to see gun violence.

But just because I like the song.. and just because I keep pressing replay doesn't mean I'm gonna run up to someone to buss it inna face.

I have common sense.. so why can't the rest of the world have it too? And am I responsible for someone else's LACK OF common sense? That doesn't seem fair.

USAIN BOLT TEAMS WITH PUMA TO LAUNCH THE BOLT COLLECTION

If you didn't know, there are a few perks that come along with being the fastest man on the planet.

Having your face and name plastered on EVERYTHING.. from book deals, to fragrances, to getting track fields as casual presents and now USAIN BOLT is here promoting the launch of his clothing line, THE BOLT COLLECTION!

The partnership between PUMA and USAIN BOLT has already proved to be a very lucrative venture for both entities so why not turn it up a notch and see what life is like on the next level?

To check out some of the items on THE BOLT COLLECTION, click here!!

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PLAYLIST: BADGAL BAMBI AND JR DEMUS - NUH YOUNG MONEY

This shit ROCKS!!!!

Her lyrics are one fire and having Jr. Demus killing it in the back was a nice touch!! This is my song.. got me hating on Nicki Minaj.. just because!

Me's a gyal who nuh wah young money.. mi nuh wah nuh corruption money!!

BAD GAL BAMBI TO DI WURLLLLLL!!! She represents RED SQUARE well!

PLAYLIST: KALI BLAXX - MAMA'S TEACHING [OFFICIAL VID]

Nice tune..

Kali Blaxx is a new name for me but it sounds like he'll be around for a while.. I like this song and the video is fresh, I can definitely get used to him!

Conscious lyrics, nice riddim and music with a message. Tunes like this need to always stay in rotation!!

INTERVIEW WITH KING SHANGO aka CAPLETON AND THE RELEASE OF HIS NEW ALBUM :: I TERNAL FIRE

King Shango.. also known as CAPLETON is known for making hits pon top ah hits so his album should be treated as a collectors item!!

After 6 long years.. I think the world is ready for Capleton's upcoming album release entitled I TERNAL FIRE!!

It will be in stores on JULY 6th.. but you can get a head start by pre ordering your copy by clicking here!!

I checked out some of the singles off this album and from the sounds of it, this one's a keeper so make sure you grab yourself a copy, albums like this come few and far in between.

And check out this interview courtesy of REGGAEVILLE.com from the backstage of SummerJam in Germany this weekend. The interview was great and as usual, Capleton was fun, high spirited, and positive..

Always a pleasure.

PLAYLIST: LADY G - EASE OFF BREEZE OFF

Mi nuh inna di mix up and blem blem wid dem yuh kno!!

So nuh badda come yah wid yuh gyallie gyallie trend.. just EASE OFF.. BREEZE OFF!!!

PLAYLIST: MAVADO - WHEN YOU FEEL LONELY

One more time for Mavado..

mi like deh song ya!

PLAYLIST: TWINS OF TWINS - CRIME MINISTER

One thing about the TWINS..

They're not scared to go HARD!! And this one takes the lead!!! They couldn't even find a producer who would voice the tune for them.. but its OUT!

Now that Robin Hood is in the US and may never see his beloved Tivoli Gardens ever again his supporters will make it be known!

Whose the REAL criminal inna di country?????

DRAKE DONATES US$25K (JA$2 MIL) TOWARDS HELPING MAVADO BUILD A LEARNING CENTER ON THE GULLY SIDE

Very Good Mavado!!

These are the types of friends I'd like you to keep!

According to Mavado's manager, about two weeks ago Drake decided to donate US$25,000 (JA$2.15 mil) to help Mavado towards his goal of building a Learning Center in his hometown, Cassava Piece.

Just a few months ago Drake shot the video for his single, "FOR YOUR LOVE" right in Jamaica where they featured shots all throughout the gully side but was hit with a lot of controversy stating that Drake and Mavado were helping towards the negative reflection of Jamaica's culture and its people.

So here is the Gangsta for Life and Young Money teaming together to do something positive for our little island under the sun.

The Learning Center will consist of a computer lab and a library and will be open to the community for all to enjoy, learn and benefit from.

Good JOB!!

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PLAYLIST: BRYAN ART - MURDER DEM A PLAY [OFFICIAL VID]

So, lately I've been listening to the one they call BRYAN ART. If you are a lovers rock fanATIC, like me.. you'll love him.

In a day and age when sweet love songs get the back burner to the raunchy and lewd slackness by the name of Dancehall.. I find contemporary lovers rock as REFRESHING!!

But when it's done like THIS!!! It makes you wonder if the world is even LISTENING!! I guess it's the sign of the times but really.. you can get with THIS.. or you can get with THAT!

Right about now, I'll pick a sweet and soft tune from BRYAN ART over anything else thats coming my way.

PLAYLIST: ERIC DONALDSON - CHERRY OH BABY

I had to blow the dust off of this one! This is what you call vintage! The best of its kind.

BEENIE MAN'S LIVE PERFORMANCE IN SWEDEN 2010

You can chat all you want!!

Beenie Man still holds the title.. KING OF DANCEHALL and is performing to sold out shows all over the place!!

His current tour is going strong, the fans are happy and money ah mek!!

Here are a few clips of him in Sweden and the Sweden fans look LIVE to rass!!!!! Dem ah put we to shame..

For more exclusive footage.. check out Dop3TV on youtube, just click here!!

PLAYLIST: KONSHENS - JAH HAVE A PLAN

Jah have a plan!!

Konshens speaks nothing but the truth so open your eyes and listen carefully. Life soon change so be ready for the consequences when they catch up to you!

When you do certain things you breed a negative energy that just surrounds you every where you go so clean up your life and let some good breeze flow in!!

PLAYLIST: KHAGO - DADDY FROM YOU GONE [OFFICIAL VID]

A tune that make me reflect on the days when my daddy was here..

Too many fatherless children are walking the streets so I know that a tune like this will touch a few hearts.

This one comes from Flava Squad as they push out the new artist by the name of KHAGO... get familiar!!

TODAY IS INTERNATIONAL REGGAE DAY AND A DENNIS BROWN TRIBUTE

But not only that..

Today also marks the 11th year since the legendary DENNIS BROWN left us with nothing but his music to remind ourselves of him.

So lets big it up for INTERNATIONAL REGGAE DAY and a special tribute to one of the GREATEST musicians in JAMAICAN HISTORY!

::: round of applause :::

Today is the day that we celebrate Jamaica's rich cultural legacy, history of quality music and global cultural impact and you can find EVERYTHING that you're looking for by logging on to IREGGAEDAY.com to be a part of the tradition!

Founder, Andrea Davis states, "this is a virtual media festival that is intended to use the power of music, media and technology to link people around the world in the celebration, not only the best of Jamaica, but to highlight the global reggae culture that has grown out of our music."

On a day like today.. I suggest that you celebrate it by supporting reggae music!!

1. Buy an official reggae CD.. no bootlegs today! :)

2. Check out a live performance this weekend.. Gregory Isaacs will be in DC on Saturday!!

3. Listen to reggae while doing your household chores.

4. Spread love, music, unity and strength

5. Make some beautiful babies :)

PLAYLIST: LADY SAW AND BEENIE MAN - HEALING

Dis is a CLASSIC ONE!!!

Di Doctor and Lady Saw inna COMBINATION!!

My favorite song since primary school days!! Yes, I was too young to be listening to such slackness but it's definitely music that awakens all 5 senses!

I loved it then.. and I love it now!