R.I.P. Ms Ivy Williams - Bounty Killer's Mother Passes After Illness

Bounty's family, friends, and fans collectivily mourn the passing of his mother Ms. Ivy Williams.  It is well known the love & respect that Bounty had for his mother as many of us know how much she mentioned in his lyrics. 

His Twitter page confirmed the pain that we all understand he must be goin through at this time.

Bounty Tweetted early Sunday morning, expressing his love for his mother and asking the rhetorical question 'why'?

He went on to Tweet "RIP to the world's greatest mom because she gave the world the greatest man. Ms Ivy Williams 1941-2012. Rest in peace mama, Love you more than ever and always life and death is the equation; it's inevitable and you lived an excellent life my mother, my mentor, my friend, my a whole lot of things. Why now Jah? You know what's best though!!!"

Bounty Killer's business partner and manager of Alliance Next Generation (ANG), Cross Cris, revealed that Bounty Killer was in a meditative mood.

"Bounty Killer is in a pensive mood right now with the passing of his mother who he holds in very high esteem. This has hurt him deeply and it is no secret to the world that his mother was his main motivation. He is in no mood now for an interview at this moment and I, Cross Cris, would like to publicly say condolences to the entire family and hope they can stay strong during this tough time, Mama Ivy is a deeply God-fearing woman and we all know that she is in a better place at this time" he said.

In an interview with the "Jamaica Star" A.N.G. Memember Iyara said.

"Mama Ivy a one of the best mothers. She is like my other mother, she always happy, loving and caring. She always show the youth around Bounty Killer love. A she first bring mi guh a church and mi ago miss har a lot. The entire ANG family will miss her, and sincere condolences to the entire family," 

 

Many local artistes also took to BlackBerry Messenger to share hearts bearing their name in celebration of Ms Ivy's life. Some of the artistes who parti-cipated in the RIP Ms Ivy love broadcast included Mavado, Sizzla, Darrio, Khago, Kiprich, Busy Signal, Elephant Man, Beenie Man, Quick Cook, D'Angel, Inna Wi Genes Records, and Captain Barkey.

Ms Ivy was 71-years-old at the time of her passing. She had been ill for a while and died in her sleep.

Shabba Ranks Dubplate - Wikked Inna Bed (sound killing ver)

Shabba Ranks Dubplate - Wikked Inna Bed

(sound killing ver)

As Promised, another "Big Chune"!!!!!

Pree Dah One Yah, It BAAADDDD!!!!

 
 

Carl Dawkins - SPECIAL "Baby I Love You" - Sound Killing Dub

Just Sharing Another "BIG CHUNE" From The Dubplate Catalogue.... Bless Up! Enjoy!!

Carl Dawkins - SPECIAL "Baby I Love You" - Sound Killing Dub

Lime pulls "Teacha's Pet" Sponsorship & Kartel continue to disgrace Dancehall.

ALLEGED witnesses in the high-profile murder case against ace deejay Adidja 'Vybz Kartel' Palmer have given conflicting statements to the Office of the Public Defender.

However, police sources say that investigators have reason to believe persons who have given counter-statements did so in fear of their lives. The police claim that information gathered in and around the Gregory Park area of St Catherine, as well as the 'Gaza' section of Waterford, unearthed acts of intimidation and threats being made against witnesses, including plain-clothes police personnel.


Public Defender Earl Witter when contacted yesterday afternoon gave a terse response in addressing the police's claims. "I make no comment whatsoever on what you tell me or what your police sources have told you," he said, refusing additional comment on the matter.

Allegations against the deejay are that he and other men had conspired to murder businessman Barrington 'Bossie' Burton, a 27-year-old promoter of a Gregory Park, St Catherine, address. Burton was shot while standing in the company of other persons along Walkers Avenue in Gregory Park on July 11.

Vybz Kartel was arrested on September 30 and faces charges of conspiracy to murder, illegal possession of firearm and murder. The deejay was also slapped with a ganja possession charge after a quantity of the drug was found when he was picked up by police at a New Kingston hotel while in the company of three other persons, including a female.

He has since pleaded not guilty to the ganja possession charge and is set to face the court on the more serious offences.

In recent weeks, in addition to Vybz Kartel, Kyro Jones, André 'Mad Puss' St John and another man, known as 'Badda Dan' - all allegedly affiliated to the area known as Gaza - have been arrested in connection with other charges, including shootings and murders. Laingberg 'Laing' McDonald was also arrested on a separate charge.


Among the police's claims of witness intimidation is that on the morning of the identification parade in the murder case, gunmen staged an attack in the area where the murder took place.

In response, the St Catherine South police rounded up "all known members of the Gaza gang", adding that "people have been scurrying for their lives, not into hiding but to public legal offices, as a way of getting out of the case".


Police sources have described the actions as "a challenge to law and order and police control", which have led to a continuous operation against the Gaza gang in Portmore and other places islandwide.


The St Catherine South police have since established a strong presence in communities bordering 'Gaza' in Waterford and the Gregory Park area.

Teacha’s Pet is still up in the air following communication giant LIME‘s withdrawal of their sponsorship.


A decision has yet to be made as to whether the show will be discontinued or simply aired without the corporate backing of the company. According to Teacha’s Pet producers a decision will be made very soon.



His lawyer, Chris Tavares-Finson, issued a plea to Kartel's fans and people who had contracted the artiste.

"Let me ask Mr Palmer's legion of fans and anyone who has any contractural arrrangement with him to be patient for at least another 48 hours so we can get a full understanding of the magnitude of the situation," said Tavares-Finson.

PLAYING OUT TONIGHT IN AJAX, ON @ ST. LOUIS BAR & GRILL

Playing @ St Louis Bar and Grill in Ajax TONGHT(SatOct8th)

 St Louis Bar & Grill

11 Harwood Avenue South, Ajax, ON

(905) 686-5554 () ‎ · stlouiswings.com

Great Music, Great Food & No Cover!!! Hope you can make it!?!?!?!

Mavado Court Set for 2012

Dancehall singjay Mavado is to return to court next year where his charges of malicious destruction of property and assault are set for mention.  Mavado appeared before the Montego Bay R-M Court earlier this week, after the case was put off to facilitate the addition of a medical certificate to the case file.

Mavado’s lawyer Martyn Thomas says that the entertainer is set to return to court on February 6 and 7 in 2012. Thomas also said that the court was made aware that the complainant and a man called Bennett have been calling his office requesting numbers for Mavado. Subsequently, the court was asked to inform the police that the complainant and his friend should no longer call Mavado’s lawyer’s office as it could interfere with the process.

Meanwhile, Mavado’s bail was extended and he was sent home.

All this stems from an incident near Anchovy, St James on July 22. Reports are that at about 7:00 p.m. Mavado assaulted a man and damaged his Toyota Camry motor vehicle along the Belmont main road in St. James. The complainant allegedly stopped along the main road to allow a line of traffic to pass when he and his son were reportedly attacked by Mavado and members of his entourage.

Check back here for updates...

Sizzla Dubpalte 4 T.U.R.F. - "Dry Cry" (Sound Killing Version)

In honour of Kalonji getting better, thought I'd share a one of my Favorite Dubs from him....Enjoy!!!

Kartel Inna Hott Water!!! Also Some Pics Of His Skin Transformation

Vybz Kartel is to undergo a preliminary round of interrogation by detectives from the Flying Squad today.

The deejay, along with two men and a woman who were in his company, were arrested and charged with possession of ganja early yesterday morning at a hotel in New Kingston after cops armed with a warrant found a small quantity of ganja inside the room.

He was taken to houses, in Norbrook and Havendale in St Andrew and Portmore, St Catherine where members of the Caribbean Search Centre searched the premises. Several items were seized by the cops.

Police sources indicate that a body was found in the house at Havendale which the artist frequents regularly.

"The entertainer will remain in custody as he is being questioned in connection with a matter, details of which the police cannot reveal at this time," said head of the Central Investigation Bureau, Ealan Powell.

Powell said the searches were part of a larger investigation in a case with which they believe Kartel could be connected. Police said the details of investigations would be revealed early next week.

Attorney Christian Tavares-Finson, who represents the deejay, said his client was informed of his rights and told to co-operate with the police, who are expected to begin questioning him on Monday.

NO WAR BETWEEN "BOUNTY KILLER/ALLIANCE" & "GULLY GOD/MAVADO"!!!

Yow people mi di tell uno say Mavado would a never war wid Killer...Di Gully God is a decent yute and have respect fi di Killer and where him come from....see di Article ya, media fi STOP push di war business, come mek wi try fi uplift Dancehall nuh?!?!!?

Source:CVM "Onstage"

We The Best recording artiste Mavado said that there is no rift between Killer and himself and there will be no lyrical feud.

"Nobody nah go live long enough fi see Mavado war wid Killer because mi never forget where mi come from," he told Winford Williams of CVM TV's Onstage.

"More time tings gwaan, man and man vex and ting, but mi still ah big up the Alliance family...at times, the media feed off the negativity, even in Jamaica, just like the other day. dem say mi chop up people and I was just driving my van going about my business."

He said that he focussing all his energies on getting his career to the next level.

"Mi just a deal wid mi career, mi have dancehall and reggae pon mi shoulder, mi a try bring it to an international audience, bring music to an international level wid We the Best."

Mavado embarks on a US tour of 30 cities beginning in October.

JAH BLESSINGS!!! SIZZLA IS OUT OF HOSPITAL!!!!

After almost two weeks in hospital, Sizzla Kolonji is out!

The dancehall reggae entertainer was released on monday night (05.09.11) after spending 11 days in a hospital bed recuperating. Sizzla is still not a hundred percent and will be resting at home until he has fully recovered.

Diplomats, entertainers, friends and fans around the world have been sending their love and prayers for Sizzla following a motor bike accident which left him with several broken bones and internal bleeding.

The incident occurred in Runaway St. Ann on Wednesday, August 24. 2011

Tiana Highest Grade Song Video Remix - Bruno Mars Lazy Song - OutAroad (July 2011)

Love dis song & video...thought I'd share...Enjoy!!!



Video of Jamaica Winning Mens 4x100m Relay

As a follow up to yesterdays post, I thought I'd post the video of the race!

Jamaica WINS 4X100m Relay, Setting World Record!!!

Associated Press



DAEGU, South Korea -- In one whirlwind week, Usain Bolt turned the biggest disappointment of his career into another golden show capped with a world record even he believed was not within him this year.


After opening with a false start in 100 final last Sunday, Usain Bolt again produced the amazing in his closing race of the world championships -- anchoring Jamaica to a world record in the 4x100-meter relay.


When the first three runners passed the baton, Bolt seized the moment.


"I said, 'Why not give my all.' I kept saying: 'I can do this. I can do this," he said.And when Bolt is convinced, the clock usually obliges.


Fittingly, Jamaica's yellow-green-and-black flag was the last one rising into the night over Daegu Stadium, and Bolt spread his giant arms wide to soak in the occasion.


"For me, it was just to go out there fast," Bolt said. "We did just that." 

One day after winning gold in the 200, Bolt was devastating down the home stretch of the relay and threw his yellow-clad chest across the line for a time of 37.04 seconds -- the only world record in nine days of competition.

"This record was a great achievement," Bolt said. "I finished the championships on a good note so I'm proud of myself."


There was none of the performance anxiety that pushed him into a false start in the 100, only a sheer release of power as he coasted down the stretch for an overwhelming win over France and Saint Kitts and Nevis.

He came looking for the same three gold medals he won at the 2008 Beijing Olympics and 2009 world championships but left with only two and a world record.


The United States was out of it because of a botched exchange, but no one could have gotten close to a Jamaican team anchored by Bolt.


Ahead of the race, Bolt was already slapping the "JAM" on his bib in pride, and in a season where he was far from his best, he came through with a world record.


He got all the help he needed from his three teammates -- a lightning start from Nesta Carter and a good handover to Michael Frater before Jamaica's golden duo was up. Yohan Blake, the 100 champion in Bolt's absence, powered through the final bend, with Bolt already getting his giant stride going before he took the baton.

BOUNTY KILLER DOCUMENTARY - I've Been Telling People, & Finally Someone Made A Short Doc About It

TAKE IN THIS SHORT DOC. LEARN ABOUT THE KILLER!!! Remember this video next time you hear some fool, fool idiot a chat bout di "Killer"

Charges Dropped Against Mavado!!!

David Brooks aka Mavado attended St Ann’s Bay RM court this morning to answer a charge of Malicious Destruction of Property, laid against him two weeks ago.

Mavado maintained his innocence from day one and since he was charged it came to light that the complainant who’s property was damaged never gave a statement accusing Mavado of damaging property. In fact, Mavado should never have been charged.  David Brooks was called to the witness box first thing as court opened and the Judge immediately issued a No Order in the matter.“Mr Brooks, you are free to go,” instructed the RM.

Mavado wasnt even on the stand for 30 seconds. The complainant indicated that she could not proceed against Mavado as that is not the statement she gave and case was dismissed.

“I am relieved its over at the first appearance,” said Mavado. “But i am not surprised. I was surprised when i was charged, but I knew the truth would come to light and I would be quickly vindicated. Although it appears at times we get a fight I had to keep faith that the Jamaican justice system would rightly set me free. I damaged nothing or no-one so I just remained confident with that knowledge. To God be the glory.”

Mavado intends to continue trodding the positive path he has been on for the longest while, with new releases and videos coming soon. The video for smash hit Delilah will be shot next week.  Mavado is also planning a fundraiser for the Maxfield Park Childrens Home, a cause he has taken up recently.

"Super Heavy" New Band with Jr Gong, Mick Jagger & Joss Stone

Triple Grammy award winning artiste Damian 'Jr Gong' Marley is now a member of the newly formed band Super Heavy.

The other members of the band include Mick Jagger, who is best known as the lead vocalist of rock band, The Rolling Stones, 'The Soul Sessions' singer Joss Stone, Dave Stewart of Eurythmics and Indian musician and producer AR Rahman.

According to an article on cnn.com the group got its start two years ago when Stewart contacted Jagger from his home in Jamaica and the two did some brainstorming and settled on the above-mentioned members.

The band has since then been recording together over the past 18 months after meeting at a Los Angeles studio. At that time they were just 'jamming and making a noise' but from that encounter the band's name was also born.

Jagger said it was from Marley's vocals of 'heavy, heavy, heavy, heavy, super heavy' that the name came forth.

He is also confident that The Rolling Stones fans will embrace the group.

There are currently no plans for Super Heavy to go on the road for performances as they are still experimenting with their sound.

The group's debut LP album is being planned for around September.

BOB MARLEY EXHIBIT Opens @ Grammy Museum

On May 11, 2011, the GRAMMY Museum (history museum located in Los Angeles, California, that’s devoted to the Grammy Awards, and also features many historical music artifacts) debuted a new exhibit, Bob Marley, Messenger.

Housed on the Museum’s second floor, the exhibit focuses on Bob Marley as a private, spiritual man, as a powerful performer who used his lyrics to give a voice to the disenfranchised, and as a legend who has inspired legions of fans in the 30 years since his death. Bringing together more than 40 diverse artifacts, rare photographs and more, the exhibit features items from the private collection of the Marley family.

Items on display include:

Bob Marley’s famous Les Paul guitar

An interactive drumming station that allows visitors to learn how to play a reggae beat

More than 50 rare photographs of Marley both on and off stage

Ticket stubs, concert posters, tour books and fan memorabilia

The Exhibit runs until October 2, 2011 at:

The GRAMMY Museum at L.A. LIVE

800 W. Olympic Blvd., Suite A245

Los Angeles, CA 90015

Risto Benji Shot To Death - Singer Of "Passport Buddy"

Risto Benji

According to the Old Harbor Police, the thirty six year old entertainer of Unity in St. Andrew was shot by a gunman in an area known as “Vietnam” in Church Pen at about 10:00 p.m Monday night.Dancehall deejay Risto Benji (real name – Michael Benjamin), who rose to some prominence in the late 1980s and early 1990s as a young entertainer with hits such as “Passport Buddy” (featured below) and “Gun John Crow”, was reportedly shot dead last night by a gunman in an area known as “Vietnam” in Church Pen, St. Catherine.

It’s reported that at approximately 10 p.m. last night, Benji was sitting outside a house, when a man walked up and shot him multiple times. Benji later died at hospital. The police have not yet established a motive for his murder.

Risto Benji was taken to the Spanish Town hospital where he was pronounced dead.

The police are investigating.

SOCIAL NETWORKING Rape Case - 16yr old blackmailed into repeated sex acts.

The Corporate Area Resident Magistrate's Court will on June 7 inquire into the circumstances which led to the man being slapped with three counts of rape and two counts of being in possession of child pornography.
Yesterday, the accused had his bail extended when he appeared before Senior Magistrate Judith Pusey.
According to court documents, the accused and the teenager met in January 2010 on the social networking site "Tagged". After developing a friendship the two met in March and reportedly had consensual sexual intercourse at the accused's house in St Catherine.

Sometime after, it is being alleged, the accused contacted the complainant and asked her to meet him, but when she refused, he threatened to post the naked photos of her, which she had previously shared with her ex-boyfriend while they were together.

The complainant reportedly met with the accused on three separate occasions during which time she was allegedly forced into having sex with him against her will.  The teenager eventually told her mother about what was happening and they both went to report the matter to Organised Crime Investigation Division (OCID) on December 4. While in the process of reporting the matter, the accused allegedly contacted the teenage girl and demanded to see her.

Arrangements were made for them to meet on January 3 at a popular fast food restaurant in downtown Kingston. The accused was arrested after being spotted in a motorcar at the location.

Wyclef Shot In The Hand In Haiti

Wyclef Jean has been released from the hospital after being shot in the hand in his native Haiti.

The former Fugees member was treated for a gunshot wound to his hand, a spokesman for Jean tells The Associated Press.

The incident occurred after 11 p.m. Saturday in the city of Delmas, near Port-au-Prince, when armed gunmen reportedly opened fire on Jean’s vehicle. His fellow Fugees member Pras and brother Samuel confirmed the reports.

“Yes they shot Wyclef and he’s in the hospital and he’ll be fine. They just shot his hand,” tweeted Pras. “Everyone can relax Wyclef is fine… They can’t stop us not one bullet or a machine gun!!!!!!!”

The shooting comes on the eve of the presidential elections in Haiti. Jean is supporting fellow Haitian musician Michel Martelly.