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Patti Labelle and Sanchez to join phenomenal cast of Groovin In The Park concert!

May 17, 2013 | No Comments

The annual New York City music festival Groovin In The Park is pleased to announce that the legendary soul diva Patti LaBelle and reggae crooner Sanchez have been added to the concert for Sunday June 30 at Roy Wilkins Park in Queens, New York.  This year’s concert lineup will also feature reggae legends like Toots [...]

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NEW MUSIC: Precision Productions presents Teddyson John – “Sweet Soca Music”

May 17, 2013 | No Comments

As the spirit of Carnival descends upon the beautiful isle of St. Lucia, an undeniable call to freedom is released into the air, by the reigning Groovy Monarch himself, Teddyson “TJ” John. In a perfectly sweetened mix of rhythm and soul, Precision Productions concocts a tuneful serum designed to soothe masqueraders, who have been longing [...]

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UPCOMING: Trinidad to release full length local movie “God Loves The Fighter”

May 17, 2013 | No Comments

You might have seen Dirk and Chicken along with popular Trinbagonian conscious rapso group, Freetown, in the official video for Machel Montano’s powerful single, “Represent Remix.” Most of you may not have known that these two young boys are actually characters in an upcoming major film out of Trinidad titled, “God Loves The Fighter.” “God [...]

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Greensleeves Records presents Ragga Ragga Ragga 2013

May 17, 2013 | No Comments

On May 28, Greensleeves is back with Ragga Ragga Ragga 2013, the go-to album to find the hottest hardcore dancehall anthems running the streets.  This annual compilation has earned its stripes worldwide by consistently providing the season’s breaking hits. This year is no different. The hallmark series offers club bangers that have already begun to [...]

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OFFICIAL VIDEO: Flexxx feat. D’east – “Work n Party”

May 17, 2013 | No Comments

It has been a busy year thus far for Omar Henry, better known as Flexxx. The prolific dancehall artist has been hard at work in studio releasing various hits such as “Want Yuh” (Bad Gal riddim), “Miyumbeh” featuring Ninja Kid, “Chat Too Much” (Grave Digger riddim) and “What Do U Want” amongst others. OFFICIAL VIDEO: [...]

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New Zealand reggae band Katchafire’s greatest hits collection “Best So Far in stores May 21

May 17, 2013 | No Comments

New Zealand reggae band Katchafire’s greatest hits collection Best So Far will be in stores next week (May 21) on VP/Greensleeves. Right now, the album is available online only. Amidst their U.S. tour, the seven-piece outfit heads to Texas this week and will continue west. Their final stop will be the Monterrey California Roots Festival on [...]

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VIDEO: VP Records to release Soca Gold 2013 on May 21st + BTS with cover model!

May 17, 2013 | No Comments

For almost two decades, VP Records has been bringing the annual Soca Gold series to the masses. The top-selling compilation has been the ultimate carnival soundtrack from Caribbean islands. On May 21, Soca Gold 2013 will unleash the genre’s freshest party anthems including one of Trinidad & Tobago’s biggest tunes of the year with Bunji Garlin’s “Differentology,” [...]

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Shaggy, Fab 5 to perform at 3rd annual Jamaica Jerk Festival NY in July

May 17, 2013 | No Comments

On Sunday July 21, 2013, Caribbean nationals in the New York tri-state area will get their fill of the best in Caribbean jerk cuisine, music and cultural expressions at the third annual Grace Jamaican Jerk Festival – New York slated for Roy Wilkins Park in Queens, NY. The festival was launched at the Consulate General [...]

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Tarrus Riley’s “Gimme Likkle One Drop” added to BBC 1Xtra

May 17, 2013 | No Comments

Tarrus Riley’s ‘Gimme Likkle One Drop’ has been added to BBC 1Xtra’s official playlist. Though this is not his first song on their official playlist, Riley told THE STAR that he was honoured and grateful. “It’s definitely a good experience and a good thing. Me feel good. This means the music a spread and is [...]

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UK Soca star Ms. Desire to release “Dare to Dream” [EP] on June 6th!

May 17, 2013 | No Comments

Dare to Dream, a fitting title for the highly anticipated EP from soca songstress, Ms Desire. 2012 was a fantastic year for Ms Desire, seeing her crowned as the UK’s Groovy Soca Monarch Winner, being short-listed for the MTV’s Brand New 2013 Competition and also having her music chosen to be a part of the [...]

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OFFICIAL VIDEO: Gyptian – “Non Stop”

May 14, 2013 | No Comments

Gyptian works around the clock nonstop. To gear up for the summer release of his anticipated fifth album Sex, Love and Reggae, the reggae star has been releasing a series of music videos. He has already unleashed visuals for the album’s first single “Overtime” and his latest call-to-action song “Wine Slow.” The enigmatic singer also recorded [...]

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CONGRATS: Dominica’s PM – Roosevelt Skerrit marries longtime girlfriend!

May 14, 2013 | No Comments

JAYBLESSED.com would like to extend congratulations to Prime Minister Roosevelt Skerrit on his weekend nuptials to longtime girlfriend, Melissa Poponne. The Prime Minister of Dominica, 40, married his “his sweetheart for many years” at the Bourne Roman Catholic Chapel, followed by a private reception at the Prime Minister’s private residence in Vieille Case, according to [...]

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OFFICIAL VIDEO: Freddie McGregor – “Bag A Hype”

May 11, 2013 | No Comments

Freddie McGregor is a reggae icon with more than 30 years in the business and he is still a present force to be reckoned with! With over 40 albums, scored innumerable hits, his renowned ‘Big Ship’ productions and label, he has been able to maintain an international touring schedule and still deliver another video. Check [...]

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Guyana grants Caribbean Airlines (CAL) “flag carrier status”

May 11, 2013 | No Comments

Guyana is providing “flag carrier status” to the Trinidad-based Caribbean Airlines (CAL) allowing the airline to provide direct flights between Georgetown and New York and Toronto. Head of the Presidential Secretariat, Dr. Roger Luncheon, said the decision to afford CAL flag carrier status would be communicated to the regulatory bodies in New York and Canada. [...]

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Jack Warner’s Chaguanas West seat declared vacant

May 11, 2013 | No Comments

Speaker of the Trinidad and Tobago parliament, Wade Mark, Friday declared the Chaguanas West seat vacant, more than a week after former national security minister Austin “Jack” Warner tendered his resignation as a legislator. In his April 26 letter, Warner, 70, gave no indication as to why he had tendered his resignation, except to say [...]

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The Jacksons outshine Ginuwine and Joe at St. Lucia Jazz

May 11, 2013 | No Comments

Ginuwine and Joe was outshone on stage by The Jacksons this morning at the 22nd Annual St Lucia Jazz Festival. The first day of the St Lucia Jazz Festival took place at Pigeon Island on Friday and ended at 12:45am this morning. According to our friends over at Nation News, R&B heart-throbs and international superstars [...]

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NO BRAINER! U.S. Immigration Reform Will Boost Economy

May 11, 2013 | No Comments

The Social Security Administration estimated Wednesday that a Senate bill to overhaul immigration laws and legalize 11 million unauthorized immigrants would boost the retirement program’s trust fund and help the economy. In a letter to Sen. Marco Rubio, R-Fla., one of the members of the Senate “Gang of Eight” that is pushing for the overhaul, [...]

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TV mogul, former Tourism Minister jailed in domestic violence case

May 10, 2013 | No Comments

After an interrogation of more than one hour, former Dominican Republic Tourism minister Frank Jorge Elías was escorted from a Justice Ministry branch office in the sector Bella Vista to the National District Office of the Prosecutor, where he was taken directly to a courthouse cell. The cable TV mogul arrived in an unmarked black [...]

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CONGRATS: BVI’s Sharie deCastro crowned Miss Caribbean World 2013

May 10, 2013 | No Comments

Sharie deCastro  of the British Virgin Islands brought pride and joy to her territory when she outclassed and out won 11 beauties last Saturday evening (May 4) at the 8th Annual Miss Caribbean World 2013. deCastro, Miss BVI 2012, was crowned during the contest at the Multi-Purpose Sports Complex in Tortola. Leslassa Armour Shillingford of [...]

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Jennifer Lopez’s Divorce Drama With Marc Anthony Will Be Featured In Her 3D Concert Movie

May 10, 2013 | No Comments

One of the baddest chicks in the game, Jennifer Lopez, is about to reveal intimate details of her life, including her divorce and relationship drama in her upcoming movie. This week, J.LO dished that the footage filmed will be featured in her upcoming 3D concert movie Dance Again, RadarOnline.com is reporting. The Puerto Rican-reppin’ superstar [...]

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Malcolm X’s Grandson Killed in Mexico

May 10, 2013 | No Comments

Malcolm Shabazz, grandson of the late civil rights activist Malcolm X (Grenadian heritage), was killed in Mexico on Thursday during an apparent robbery, his family’s spiritual adviser, friends and Islamic associations said. Shabazz, 28, had traveled to Mexico to meet with a leader of a California activist and rights group known as Rumec, according to [...]

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OH BACCHANAL! Caribbean NY Senator charged with embezzlement in U.S.

May 10, 2013 | No Comments

United States federal prosecutors have charged a powerful Caribbean American legislator with embezzlement. PHOTO: Anthony Lanzilote for The New York Times New York State senator, John L. Sampson, who represents the largely Caribbean 19th Senatorial District in Brooklyn, had been charged with stealing funds from the sale of foreclosed properties and using the money to [...]

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Puerto Rican native Ariel Castro charged with Cleveland kidnappings says: I’m “coldblooded”

May 10, 2013 | No Comments

In case you missed it… Cleveland resident and Puerto Rico native, Ariel Castro, was charged on Wednesday with raping and kidnapping three women who were rescued on Monday after nearly a decade in captivity at his home. Investigators say he held three young women captive for years, binding them with ropes and chains in his [...]

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VIDEO: Bermudian rapper wins talent competition on BET’s 106 & Park

May 10, 2013 | No Comments

Congratulations are in order to Bermudian rap artist Jeremiah Steede aka Lil Quan who made his debut on BET’s 106 & Park this week and won their Wild Out Wednesday talent competition. The 16-year-old CedarBridge Academy student performed his own  compositions, “Fly High“ alongside fellow Bermudian producer Cahlii Smith of Dem Biez. The native Bermudian flew [...]

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Lauryn Hill Posts Open “Thank You” Letter To Alicia Keys, Stevie Wonder + More

May 10, 2013 | No Comments

During times of adversity is when you find out who your real friends are. After her sentencing, Ms. Lauryn Hill took to her Tumblr page to thank a list of supporters wrote letters to the New Jersey federal judge pleading for leniency on her behalf. Check out the letter Lauryn’s letter below: Via MsLaurynHill: I [...]

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