Archive for the 'Dancehall' Category

Popcaan – My War

Tuesday, July 27th, 2010

Popcaan is the stage name of Andre Sutherland, a Jamaican dancehall and reggae singer. He is closely working with his mentor Vybz Kartel.

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Reggae legend Sugar Minott dies at 54

Monday, July 12th, 2010

The reggae legend Sugar Minott has passed away at the young age of 54. He died of a heart attack. His full name was Lincoln Barrington “Sugar” Minott. He helped shape the reggae, ragga, and dub music scene. Sugar is considered one of the pioneers of dancehall music.

Full story on NPR music.

Gappy Ranks – Stinking Rich

Monday, June 14th, 2010

Gappy Ranks is the stage name of Jacob Lee Williams. He is a dancehall musician of Jamaican and Dominican descent.

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Nicky B. – What If

Saturday, May 29th, 2010

Nicky B. is a dancehall/reggae and R&B singer who is becoming very popular in Jamaica because of his great songs with equally great videos.

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