Bob Marley Estate Settled

(The Hollywood Reporter); Bob Marley's estate has settled a lawsuit that challenged Universal Music Group's hold over key recordings by the reggae legend and also claimed underpayment of royalties from digital downloads. On Thursday, a federal judge in New York overseeing the case accepted a stipulation by the parties to dismiss the dispute without prejudice. our editor recommends Bob Marley's Family Sues to Stop Half-Brother From Using Singer's Name and Likeness Ziggy Marley, Jennifer Hudson, Lenny Kravitz to Lead Bob Marley Week on 'Fallon' Marley's estate brought the lawsuit in July 2008, alleging that UMG had underpaid millions of dollars of royalties since 2001. In September 2011, U.S. District Judge Denise Cote handed UMG a big victory by concluding that the recordings were "works made for hire," thus establishing the label as the author of the works for purposes of copyright law. One signed document gave Marley's estate 60% of receipts from music sold or licensed through "direct transmission to the consumer over wire or through the air" whereas another signed document applied traditional royalty calculations for "records released in formats newly developed as a result of advancing technology." Among the people probably relieved by the outcome is U.S. District Judge Katherine Forrest, a former top antitrust and IP attorney who was recently put on the bench and assigned this case in a random reassignment of the docket in November. Among Forrest's pre-judge work as a partner at Cravath, Swaine, & Moore was representing Time Warner in pursuit of digital rights to music and helping lead the early charge for UMG and other labels against LimeWire.

Jah Cure Baby on the Way

Kamila with Cure Baby

KINGSTON(Star): Reggae artiste Jah Cure and his wife, Kamila McDonald, are expecting a child. Kamila seems to be in an advanced state of pregnancy based on pictures posted on her public Facebook page on November 28 in an album titled 'New Beginnings'. In one of the pictures, her belly was painted in several colours, as she wore a bright smile, bikini top and shorts. And in another photo, the words, 'Baby Cure' were written on her belly in paint. Accompanying the many pictures, she also made a post informing her fans and friends of the new development. "Hello wonderful people. Each of you have touched my heart in such a special way. A continued thank you for all your sweet posts and comments... it surely has made my day in some hectic times! I've been extremely busy in a full-time grad-programme at UC Berkeley's School of Journalism in California and loving every minute of it," she said. She continued, "on top of that I wanted to share with you that Cure and I, are expecting our first baby very soon! I'm sharing a few pictures I took yesterday. I've been enjoying everything about this journey; after all you'll only be pregnant with your first, once! Nuff love and blessings to you all and I'll be sure to keep you all posted!"

Vybz Kartel and Gaza Slim head to Court on Vybz Kartel Birthday

Vybz Kartel and Gaza Slim

OCHO RIOS(Iriefm): Vybz Kartel and Gaza Slim are expected to return to the Corporate Area R-M Court on January 9. The two who have been in police lockup since last year are to face allegations of perverting the course of justice, a charge that attracts a sentence of over five years. It is alleged that on October 29, Gaza Slim also known as Vanessa Bling went to the police to report that she had been robbed by Clive 'Lizard' Williams, the man who Vybz Kartel is accused of conspiring to murder in a separate case. Vybz Kartel who has a birthday tomorrow was charged with murder, conspiracy to murder, illegal possession of a firearm and possession of ganja. The murder trial which involves the killing of Clive 'Lizard Williams' will return to the Home Circuit Court on January 13. Meanwhile the charge of ganja possession will see the troubled dancehall deejay in court on February 13 the day before Valentine’s Day.

Blak Ryno - Diss Mi An Dead - 5th Gear Riddim - MarKus Records (January 2012)

Brand new song ...from Blak Ryno this one is called "Diss Mi An Dead" on the 5th Gear Riddim and doeas appear to be a MarKus Records production. I dont know if this is a Popcaan Diss.. time will tell ..because Blak Ryno seem to have a score to settle with Popcaan.. but i dont know why Popcaan not giving him the light of day.. he is totally ignoring Blak Ryno.. we will see how it unfolds in 2012.

One Twin...'why am I the only person'

KINGSTON(Star): Entertainer Patrick Gaynor of the Twin of Twins duo was fined $2000 or 10 days in the Spanish Town Petty Sessions Court yesterday. Gaynor appeared in court after being charged by the St Catherine South police following an incident at Sting on December 26, 2011. When he appeared before Lay Magistrates Alvin Beckford and Winnifred Harriot, he pleaded guilty. Before he was convicted, he was warned to keep the peace. The entertainer also apologized to the court for his action and explained that it was because of the nature of the event. "I used those words because of the culture, I apologise for my action and will try to keep the peace," Gaynor said. It was during the clash with Tony Matterhorn at Sting that the offence was committed. The entertainer was brought before the court on a charge of indecent language. After court, Gaynor took the police to task for their apparent lack of transparency. "The question that I want to ask is why am I the only person charged, when a number of entertainers used indecent language," Gaynor said.

Tony Rebel Salute minor setback

Tony Rebels ...is expressing disappoinment at this time due to the fact that the vehicle that is supposed to be taking the posters for his annual Rebel Salute stage show was stolen and scrapped to the bear bones recently. It was said that the Toyota Hiace bus that had the posters was stolen and scrapped in less than four hours.
The show is scheduled to get under way on January 14th 2012 and this incident is only being described as a minor setback in a major operation. Artiste expecting to perform is the recently bottled Luciano also we expect Queen Ifica to be there.

Mavado and Bounty Killer Unite?

Word out is that Bounty Killer and Mavado has reunited. The Gullygaad and the Grungaad have been at odds since last year eversince that birthday party for Bounty were Mavado lost a close friend and Gully member chase cross decided to express himself on the matter to irr of the Gully squad as well as members of the so called Alliance fraternity. Speculations are that Bounty could use a money to barrow at times and that Mavado might be on the verge of popping down...thus this union should bare fruit for both parties.. remeber these are just speculations...
The question now is what happens to Chase Cross after this...
It was also indicated that Bounty tweeted ;

Who looked stupid now GrungGaad and GullyGaad link up @ uptown mondays last nite that's why no AFL/ANG artiste couldn't go do any songs dissing vado despite waste crosses violate the thing there are bad apples among our bunches ppl beware the GULLY is mine some times even ur own 'll go against u just leave it to time and god simple GULLIANCE lives on big up lena/casto/keno/sqitman and the god of the GULLY him self David Brooks AFL/ANG!!!
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New Popcaan Song - Get Gyal Easy

Brand new song from Popcaan. this one is called "Get Gyal Easy" , this appears to be a Dre Skull production. Judging by the sound quality it seems this one was leaked ...it has a nice vibe though check out one of the new releases from Popcaan the new dancehall star..

Bottles rained at I-Octane and Popcaan show..I-Octane Blamed

I-Octane and Asafa ex-girl yendi

KINGSTON(Star): Dancehall artiste I-Octane yesterday sought to clear the air on what caused a bottle-throwing incident at Sunday's Western Kite Festival in Westmoreland. The event, which also featured Romain Virgo and Popcaan, was held at Mannings School in Savanna-la-mar, Westmoreland. THE STAR received reports from persons who attended the event that I-Octane's early exit from the stage during his set caused the bottling incident. Reports are that Virgo called I-Octane on the stage and he did a few songs. During the performance it is said that I-Octane asked for the lights to be dimmed, but the organisers were unable to do this. He then walked off the stage, resulting in the bottle throwing. However, the artiste had a somewhat different account of what took place on the night. According to I-Octane, patrons had been waiting in the venue for his performance from 5 p.m. Popcaan performed earlier and he decided to 'work' with Romain Virgo because there was only one functioning CD player. "Wi talk to the crowd and try get dem sympathy and dem a enjoy themselves. Then this one CD player stop and the crowd started asking for it to be fixed," he said. "You have some youth a record di ting and mi a ask dem fi dim the light so mi can see wah a gwaan inna di crowd. Mi neva like the energy weh dem a come off wid. Mi ask fi di dark segment and it seem like dem man ya have some personal vibe." I-Octane said the audience pleaded with the cameramen to turn off the light but they didn't. "Me is a man weh nuh just walk off a stage so but the tone mi neva like it. True dem vibe mi neva waan turn mi back and sup'm go gwaan. Mi just seh to dem seh since unuh nuh waan hear wah mi a seh mi a seh unuh work then. Di crowd get vex wid dem and start fling bottle," he said. The artiste said he was already on his way out of the venue when the incident took place, as the patrons realised that he was not returning. However, he said he will have another show in the area soon, at which point he hopes to make up for not completing his set. Tia, who is the promoter of the Westmoreland Kite Festival held on Sunday, said patrons pelted bottles on the stage following I-Octane’s abrupt end of his set. The promoter says I-Octane is responsible for the incident. In the meantime, promoter Tia Reinford is seeking compensation. She adds that she will not quit until I-Octane and his management negotiates with her.

Who Threathened Khago?..gosh man

Khago..

LYNDHURST RD. (Rjr): Emerging Dancehall/Reggae singjay, Ricardo Gayle, otherwise called Khago, remains defiant despite receiving an unwelcome message to start the New Year. According to reports from the artiste's camp, on Sunday morning, Khago received a chilling threat, via phone, from an unknown caller. Khago's management team said they are taking the threat very seriously and have contacted law enforcement officials in Mandeville to investigate the matter. Though startled by the threat, the singer insists that this incident will not deter him from continuing his mission to showcase positive songs within what he calls a corrupt music industry.

Busy Signal LIFE Official Music Video

Check out this track by Busy Signal its called Life its been out for some time now.. far different from the Bounty Killer just posted called "dem a fish"...perhaps Bounty could use some of the management and guidance that Busy Signal is getting at the moment. This is a nice song and video. Could be a hit for Busy Signal ...dude deserves it ...he been Busy trying hard...lol Check out the New Video and song from Busy Signal - LIFE

New song from Bounty Killer - dem a fish

Brand new song from Bounty Killer this one is called "Dem A Fish" on the Priceless Signature Riddim a production of L Brits Prod. Its not quite ...new tune like Khago and Popcaan... this is not going to be a hit.. I can tell you. But Bounty got his fans ...