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Update: Buju Banton Gets His Fourth New Trial Date

mahddy@thereggaevibe.com (Administrator) — Thu, 02 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT

No this is not misprint for the fourth time this year a federal judge again has changed the trial date for Grammy-nominated reggae singer Buju Banton.

United States District Judge James Moody Jr last Thursday granted a one-week delay in the start of the trial based on a request by attorneys representing one of Buju's co-defendants, James Mack.

Mack's lawyers had written to the judge seeking more time to prepare his defence.

Buju's trial on drug charges was originally scheduled for April 19, the date the Gargamel requested. But 11 days before the trial was set to start, U.S. District Judge James Moody moved it to June 21.

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jahdawta@thereggaevibe.com (Empress) — Sat, 28 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT

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Mavado & Drake Help the Gully

mahddy@thereggaevibe.com (Administrator) — Thu, 26 Aug 2010 04:31:28 GMT

Singjay Mavado and international superstar Drake are in the midst of building a learning center in Cassava Piece.Singjay Mavado and international superstar Drake are in the midst of building a learning center in Cassava Piece.

When THE WEEKEND STAR spoke with Mavado's manager Julian Jones-Griffith he explained that two weeks ago Drake donated US$25,000 (JA$2.15 million) towards the building of the library. The popular rapper shot the video for his latest single Find Our Love in Jamaica in April. The rapper also visited the island prior to that for vacation.

Ninja Man is contending that he was denied bail

mahddy@thereggaevibe.com (Administrator) — Thu, 26 Aug 2010 02:32:25 GMT

Deejay Ninja Man is contending that he was denied bail on a murder charge because the judge was misinformed that he was the leader of a gang called the Umbrella Crew.

The 44-year-old deejay, whose real name is Desmond Ballentine, has been in custody since early 2009.

He is charged with murder, along with his son Janiel and two others, and the deejay has filed documents in the Supreme Court seeking leave to go to the Judicial Review Court to get orders to quash the judge's decision so he can be admitted to bail.

Risto Benji gets beaten

mahddy@thereggaevibe.com (Administrator) — Thu, 26 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT

An entertainer, who was caught by an angry mob as he allegedly attempted to steal a motorcycle, was soundly beaten and handed over to the New Kingston police yesterday. He is Michael Benjamin, popularly known as deejay 'Risto Benji', 37-year -old of Spanish Town, St Catherine. Reports reaching THE STAR are that about 4 p.m., the former top-flight entertainer went to the New Kingston Shopping Centre. He is said to have attempted to steal a Honda Nighthawk motorcycle that was parked there. He was reportedly caught by the alert owner who sounded an alarm.
"Yes, mi boss! Ah from Wednesday we a watch dem 'cause we observe dem 'bout de place. Dat is why we haffi brush him up when we hol' him. A di police dem save him,'' one bike messenger told THE STAR.

Morgans Europian Tour Successful

mahddy@thereggaevibe.com (Administrator) — Tue, 17 Aug 2010 20:52:34 GMT

New York: Reggae singer, Gramps and his brother Peetah Morgan are still on a musical high after completing a very successful, solo tour of Europe that saw them delivering spectacular performances in Zurich, Switzerland; Poland; Bersenbruck, Germany; Oslo, Norway; Uppsala, Sweden; Schlossplatz, Germany; Amsterdam, Holland; Cantazaro and Lecce, Italy.

“The shows were all well attended and everyone was very satisfied with our solo performances. A few fans even commented that they were shocked, as they did not know I could sing so good. To be honest, to hear fans sing along to songs from my debut album was refreshing and is an endorsement of the hard work that I have put in over the last 12 months” the reggae crooner said in an interview.

UPDATE: Help Save Connie Campbell

mahddy@thereggaevibe.com (Administrator) — Tue, 17 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT

We are all glad to hear Sis. Connie made it home back to Jamaica safe. I know she will be much better there with all the elements pulling her back to health. Everyone who pulled together to make it happen should feel proud. Below is a message from Connie's sister also the officail facebook group manager ~Shiquita~

I know that many persons don't check the Facebook group wall but this is an update to let you know that Connie is back in Jamaica at Kingston Hospital. There is a new Website for Connie were you can get the latest news and updates. http://www.cure4connie.co.uk/
Please make sure that you look on the website where you can get a update on Connie from Sandra Campbell, Connie's sister. Keep Connie in you thoughts and prayers.
Stay Blessed
~Shiquita~

Welcome home, Sis. Connie had a restful night last night after her trip. She looked better today, was more relaxed, so much that I could do full exercise to her limbs. I am impressed with the nurses at the KPH who, in a short time made themselves familiar with Connie and her condition. The nurses and doctors have been very approachable and open minded. Her therapy will start tomorrow I was told. The assurance was given that they will give her their all where therapy is concerned. We thank Dr Neville Ballen,
Mrs Tricia O'Sullivan who help to make the transition so easy. The ambulance medical team were so impressed with you, Tricia. Thanks to my dear friends who stayed eve till late night at KPH till Connie was registered and settled. THANKS TO ALL OF YOU for being continuousy in touch and giving such appreciated assistance. Currently, the hospital is only allowing a limited amount of relatives. Connie is to be moved into another area that is being prepared. Hopefully then, all her friends and well wiishers will be able to visit her then.
With free health care there are some things that, with you help, we could donate to the hospital, the ICU in particular, such as adult diapers and disposables. Please assist however you can. Bless and thanks...Sandra

On august 23rd, 2009 Conradine 'Connie' Campbell, had a seizure minutes before hitting the stage (while on tour) at the Crossroads Entertainment Complex in Maryland . Connie suffered a "Brainstem Stroke" and now has "locked in syndrome". The prognosis is guarded due to quadriplegia from brainstem cva. Favourable factors are her young age, good family and friends support and possible ability to comprehend and follow directions for rehabilitation. She is NOT in a coma and is able to open her eyes when her name is called and many times is able to follow commands to move her eyes in tracking objects as directed by physician. She will need extensive and prolonged therapy over 6-9 months. Therapy has not yet been started. We need to raise funds for Connie's therapy. This group is in support of this process.

There has been more bad news pertaining to this situation. PG County Hospital is taking Connie's case to court after her insurance already dished out $100,000.00 US to cover her. There is also some discreperances in how they handled Connie's condition from the time she left the concert to the hospital. Stay tuned for more as our story developes. To help Connie the information is below.

Accounts set up for the 'Connie Campbell Foundation'
(If you or anybody that you know can lend support)

Account information is as follows:
Connie Campbell Foundation
RBTT 4410317200406 326 - for Jamaica
RBTT 10317200406 318 - for the USA

* For details of routing#s & info. in the USA/Canada, please email a request, or check www.rbtt.com *
Join The Facebook Support Group For Connie Campbell

Buju Banton Releasing Album September

mahddy@thereggaevibe.com (Administrator) — Mon, 09 Aug 2010 22:00:08 GMT

The incarcerated Reggae Superstar Buju Banton will be releasing a new album “Before The Dawn” that will hit stores the same day he hits the court for his ongoing drug battle with the United States on September 13,2010. This album will be Buju's 8th album and features 10 influential tracks written by Mr. Myrie himself.

Fans in North America will have access to “Before The Dawn” on September 28.

If you've been lost in the wilderness Buju Banton has been behind bars since his December arrest, and has been charged with conspiracy with intent to distribute five kilograms or more of cocaine and possession of a firearm.

Producer Russian Robbed

mahddy@thereggaevibe.com (Administrator) — Thu, 05 Aug 2010 23:19:10 GMT

Popular music producer Russian maybe stalled for awhile after thieves broke into his studio on the weekend. Information reaching Music News is sketchy, but according to close sources, a large amount of Russians studio equipment is missing including other valuables.

Sugar Minott Final Dedication

mahddy@thereggaevibe.com (Administrator) — Wed, 04 Aug 2010 17:34:19 GMT

August 1st 2010 Family and friends and members of the entertainment fraternity gathered to bid their final farewell to late music giant Sugar Minott on emancipation day. Funeral services for the veteran entertainer were held at the National Arena in Kingston on August 1 set to begin at 10am. The theme for the funeral was all white with the liberation colours red, green and gold. With everything rumors swirled starting with the late start led to the family could not pay the funeral parlor? True the funeral service did not get underway until a couple minutes to 12 noon on Emancipation Day, August 1 it's not fact that the family had financial troubles.