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  • Johnny Gourzong’s Reggae Sumfest Preview

    Johnny Gourzong’s Reggae Sumfest Preview

    Sumfest Boss Shares His Personal Highlights—And Says Octane vs Vegas Was “Blown Out of Proportion”

    It’s that time of year again. As most reggae lovers around the world know by now, during the third week of July all roads lead to Montego Bay for Reggae Sumfest. And with just one more day to go before the 22nd staging of “The Greatest Reggae Show on Earth,” anticipation is reaching a fever pitch. Between Sean Paul returning to the Sumfest stage for the first time in a decade, international pop star Jason DeRulo tweeting pictures from the emergency room, and I-Octane and Mr. Vegas trading barbs like Beenie and Bounty in the ’90s, this year’s festival promises to be entertaining in more ways than one. To get the inside scoop we reached out to the big man himself, Mr. Johnny Gourzong, executive Director of Summerfest Productions, who shared his personal thoughts on which acts he’s most looking forward to—and let us in on a few possible surprises. If you can’t make it down to MoBay tomorrow night, don’t worry—you can still purchase a live stream of all the Dancehall Night action. Full Story After The Jump… (more…)

  • WATCH THIS: Mr. Vegas & Latty J “Who Rule” Official Music Video

    WATCH THIS: Mr. Vegas & Latty J “Who Rule” Official Music Video

    The Battle of the Sexes Rages On With A Music Video And All-New Lyrics

    Vegas and Latty’s creative chemistry nah stop bubble. Ever since Vegas linked up with the feisty young singer and DJ from August Town Lane (formerly known as Digicel Rising Stars contestant Latoya Jackson, who was bigged up by Tessanne Chin for her performance) the veteran artist and his protege have been on a roll. Their first duet, “Who Rule,” has taken #TeamHustle to another level. MV Music’s hilarious battle of the sexes, voiced over a riddim reminiscent of Shabba’s vintage dancehall track “Twice my Age,” now has a music video, directed by DeeGo and Colin Young. The lyrics for the music video version are brand new—and while no less humorous they are somewhat less scandalous than the original raw version first heard on Boomshots. Moving from bedroom capers to kitchen and laundry (with a light touch of sexual innuendo) this second installment of the oldest argument in the world promises to become a modern classic. Video After The Jump… (more…)

  • HEAR THIS: Mr. Vegas ft. Latty J “Who Rule”

    HEAR THIS: Mr. Vegas ft. Latty J “Who Rule”

    Vegas Latty Wage A Classic Battle of the Sexes—Inna Dancehall Style

    Dancehall superstar Mr. Vegas links with his protege Latty J for a classic battle of the sexes inna dancehall style. Flipping Shabba’s “Twice My Age” riddim, Vegas and Latty go line for line as they try to prove who really rules the world—or at least the household—Man or Woman? Listen for yourself and let us know who got the upper hand! During a recent Mr. Vegas performance in Florida, Reshma B caught up with Latty J and got to know the rising female DJ who first broke through with a wicked tune called “Put Up Uno Hand” on the “Nuh Frighten Vampire” diddim. Latty’s now doing music full time under Mr. Vegas’ management and it sounds like #TeamHustle is going hard. Audio & Video After The Jump… (more…)

  • WATCH THIS: Mr. Vegas “Round The Clock/Down Down” Medley

    WATCH THIS: Mr. Vegas “Round The Clock/Down Down” Medley

    Dancing A Gwan An Di Party Shot 

    Dancing time come back again, Vegas drops not one but two tunes for de dancers dem. Vegas, Keiva and crew introduce us to two new dances, “Round The Clock” and “Down Down” both exactly what their names imply. Better start practicing these moves, they’ll be taking over the dance floors in no time – Video After The Jump… (more…)

  • Gaza Slim’s Redemption Song

    Gaza Slim’s Redemption Song

    April 3, 2014 was a melancholy day for dancehall fans, when Justice Lenoxx Campbell made his ruling in the murder case of Clive “Lizard” Williams. Adidja Palmer aka Vybz Kartel was sentenced to life, with the possibility of parole after 35 years. In this case, no body was ever found and the case was decided mostly on text message evidence from telephones seized from the accused. Attorneys Christian Tavares-Finson and his father Tom Tavares-Finson, both lawyers who defended the dancehall artist, are already working on an appeal. Vybz Kartel associates Shawn Campbell aka Shawn Storm and Kahira Jones also received life sentences with the possibility of parole after 25 years. Shane Williams, another associate was acquitted on all charges in this murder case but charged for another murder case. Vanessa Saddler aka Gaza Slim, Vybz Kartel’s protégé was charged with a lesser charge, obstruction of justice, for filing a false incident report about being robbed at knife-point by Clive “Lizard” Williams, just five days after Kartel was charged with murder, in an effort to pervert justice. As Kartel fans gathered outside of the Jamaican Supreme Court for the 58-day trial, Gaza Slim showed her presence and undying love for the World Boss.  More After The Jump…

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  • WATCH THIS: Mr.Vegas “Bruk It Down To Reality” Show

    WATCH THIS: Mr.Vegas “Bruk It Down To Reality” Show

    Dancehall Star Invites 20 Girls from Around the World to Compete for a Spot on His World Tour

    Welcome to the Bruk It Down Reality TV Series, a showcase of 20 international dancers, hosted by Mr. Vegas. The dancehall hitmaker, known for songs like “Bruk It Down,” “Tek Weh Yourself,” and a crossover collab with Beyoncé, “Standing In The Sun,”  has invited female dancers to show off their skills in dancing and overall fitness to see who will be ready to join him on a global tour to promote Dancehall culture.  The ladies will be tested on their abilities to choreograph, perform, cook, and build character during the time spent on the sunshine island of Jamaica. Each dancer must demonstrate their passion for Caribbean culture as well as the advancement of Dancehall worldwide.
    Throughout his career, Vegas has traveled the world and seen the excitement of audiences performing Jamaican dance moves to high-energy rhythms. Many YouTube users outside Jamaica upload their own rendition of the latest Dancehall dances. For example, since posting a choreographed video to Major Lazor’s “Watch Out For This (Bumaye)”  last December, DHQ Fraules from Russia has over 13 Million views on her video alone! Websites like DanceJA in Jamaica are also providing opportunities for celebrity choreographers to teach in the United Kingdom, Europe, and Japan. Seeing  the demand for Jamaican dancers, Mr. Vegas provided a platform for young ladies to live out their dreams as Dancehall Queens. The top prizes for winner include US $10,000.00 / being an official member of Mr. Vegas touring party / 6 months supply of MV (Mr. Vegas) Clothing and much more. Check out the reel for the tv show below. Video After The Jump..  (more…)

  • WATCH THIS: Mr. Vegas & Mr. Lexx “Do It For The Cam” Official Music Video

    WATCH THIS: Mr. Vegas & Mr. Lexx “Do It For The Cam” Official Music Video

    What Would You Do To Be The Star? How Far Would You Go?

    After Lexxus and Vegas told the world “Some gyal nuh ready fi di video light yet,” why do some people insist on keeping up foolishness just to splash all over YouTube, Instagram, and even Vine. Sure they might cop a plea and claim say they “ain’t gon’ do it,” then the next thing you know there they are getting reposted and retweeted. So Mr. Vegas had to link up with Dag Diggy (aka “Cratches King”) once again to take a light-hearted look at the crazy things that happen when the camera phones turn on. Some a dem still hype although hypness nuh fit them—uzeet? Video After The Jump… (more…)

  • Mr. Vegas “Selfie” Contest

    Mr. Vegas “Selfie” Contest

    The “Selfie” phenomenon permeated social media over the last few years and evolved into a global fixation. Short for self-portrait photograph, “Selfies” show off bikini bodies, cleavage, muscle tone, fashionable outfits, good times and high self-esteem. These shots provide a candid view of the most sort after celebrities and even regular folks receive adulation with many Instagram and Facebook likes. Mr. Vegas known for six pack ab selfies now gives us more muscle with his new tune “Selfie.”  Oh Snap! Audio After The Jump…

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  • WATCH THIS: Mr. Vegas “Selfie/Squat” (Official Music Video)

    WATCH THIS: Mr. Vegas “Selfie/Squat” (Official Music Video)

    Wait, Lemme Take A Selfie And Squat

    It was only a matter of time that the “selfie” craze would crossover into dancehall music, and who better than Mr. Vegas to capitalize on the worldwide obsession with narcissism. If the selfie craze wasn’t enough Vegas hits us with a double dose tunes, this one is for the girls who focused on their fitness and who can do their “squats” right. Vegas never disappoints, Video After The Jump…  (more…)

  • WATCH THIS: Mr. Vegas ft. Sean Paul & Fatman Scoop “Party Tun Up (Remix)” Official Music Video

    WATCH THIS: Mr. Vegas ft. Sean Paul & Fatman Scoop “Party Tun Up (Remix)” Official Music Video

    Vegas Links Up With Dutty Paul and Fatman Scoop

    Year after year, veteran dancehall hitmaker Mr. Vegas keeps serving up the sureshot tunes guaranteed to make the party tun up. If it’s not “Heads High” it’s “Tek Weh Yuself” or “Bruk It Down,” the man just knows how to make the girls go wild. His latest such fioor-filler, “Party Tun Up,” is now on its second remix—a soca version featuring Kes & Bunji  and as if that’s not enough, this week he dropped the video for the dancehall remix, featuring Fatman Scoop and Vegas’s longtime sparring partner Sean Paul. This is their best work together since “Hot Gal Today.” Video After The Jump…

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  • Miley Cyrus Inna Dancehall Style

    Miley Cyrus Inna Dancehall Style

    When Pop Culture Gets Down and Dirty, Dancehall Doubles Down

    Who can forget the most provocative performance of 2013? Miley Cyrus at the MTV Video Music Awards, fully equipped with a foam finger, wagging tongue and twerking dancers in oversized teddy bears costumes. Robin Thicke wore black and white pin stripes which became “Blurred Lines” when Miley let him know the time was 6:30pm. 2 Chainz and Kendrick Lamar kept the twerking vibes flowing and the conglomerate made for a memorable performance. Check The Dancehall Remixes after the Jump…

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  • HEAR THIS: Mr. Vegas ft. Wyclef Jean & Verna Nova “Girl Don’t Break It”

    HEAR THIS: Mr. Vegas ft. Wyclef Jean & Verna Nova “Girl Don’t Break It”

    Shake What Your Momma Gave You, But Try Not To Damage Anything

    “Am I ready?” Clef tells Vegas at the top of this tune. “The Carnival returns man.” That’s a big statement coming from a world-renowned music maker like Wyclef Jean. Last time he threw a carnival it was a multiplatinum Grammy-winning fete. The former Fugee, who’s performing on Sting this Dec. 26, teams up with Mr. Vegas on this Carib-EDM banger that’s perfectly suited for turning parties out all over the globe. Audio After The Jump…

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