‘I play for everybody’ - Steelie Bashment says consistency keeps him relevant
For veteran disc jockey Steelie Bashment, consistency is what has kept him relevant in an ever-changing music scene. The New York-based selector says the key to his longevity is knowing how to read the room and adjust to the crowd in front of... ...
Read MoreMello Vibes was full of energy
Mello Vibes brought its signature energy to Sabina Park for its second staging in 2026, continuing its 25th anniversary celebrations with a dynamic blend of dancehall and soca that perfectly matched the pulse of the carnival season. The theme... ...
Read MoreSkeng to ignite Riva Bash
Riva Bash takes over Pennants River in Clarendon this Friday for a full day-into-night experience that promises more than just a party. Powered by Magnum Tonic Wine, the iconic riverbed event will once again be transformed into a hub of... ...
Read MoreJamal looking to explode at UPDATE
Dancehall sensation Jamal Dunce Man is set to light up the stage at UPDATE - Part 5, the flagship birthday celebration hosted by Alliance Blacks, delivering one of the season's most anticipated performances. Riding the wave of his latest single,... ...
Read MoreCharly Black set to ignite Noon Brunch
International dancehall hitmaker Charly Black is set to take centre stage at this year's Noon Brunch, bringing his signature energy to the Easter Sunday event on April 5 at Savannah, 36 Hope Road in St Andrew. Known for crowd favourites and... ...
Read MoreNesbeth calls out the ‘back stabbers’
Reggae artiste Nesbeth delivers an emotionally charged statement with the release of his new single, ' Back Stabber'. The song is a deeply personal yet widely relatable track which is inspired by experiences of betrayal, fake friendships, and... ...
Read MoreLt Stitchie’s wife warns public about scammers
Sophia Laing, the wife of veteran dancehall-gospel singer Cleve 'Lt Stitchie' Laing is warning fans about giving donations to fraudulent pages soliciting funds to aid in his ongoing recovery. An emotional Sophia told THE STAR that it breaks her... ...
Read MoreT.O.K. comeback performance felt like déjà vu
After more than a decade away from the local stage, dancehall-reggae hitmakers T.O.K. returned with a nostalgic, high-energy performance that felt as if they had never left. The reunited group delivered a long-awaited comeback at FRi~NALLY at... ...
Read MoreUp To The Line
Dancehall energy took over on Saturday night as patrons flocked to Up To Di Line, the after-Champs party that closed the season. Headlined by Alkaline, who delivered an electrifying set, the night kept the crowd fully engaged. Backed by Guinness,... ...
Read MoreJamal, Ding Dong for first annual Clarendon Jerk Fest
High-riding deejay Jamal, known for hits such as Balandor, and popular dancer-turned-deejay Ding Dong and the Ravers Crew, are among the acts for the inaugural Clarendon Jerk Festival at Woodleigh Estate. The event is scheduled for this Saturday... ...
Read MoreTwenty14 turning up the heat with Risqué
Non-stop entertainment, bold decor and high-energy vibes are just a few of the promises coming from the team at Twenty14 Ltd as they prepare to deliver one of the highly anticipated events at Vacae Weekend 2026. Known for its daring concept and... ...
Read MoreFestival Song icon inspires Four Paths Primary
Four Paths Primary School, located in Clarendon, was filled with excitement and inspiration recently, following a donation and surprise visit from legendary reggae artiste Eric Donaldson. The initiative, led by Jamaica-born paediatrician Dr... ...
Read MoreTrinni champions female empowerment
Up-and-coming dancehall artiste Trinni is steadily carving out her space in the local music scene with a fearless sound and a clear message of female empowerment. Born Samantha Carter and raised in Lowe River, southern Trelawny, the self-... ...
Read MoreAlkaline rewards patience at ‘Up To The Line’
At 3:33 a.m. Sunday, he hit the stage with a microphone and unmatched energy, and all the grumbling disappeared. The 'Vendetta Boss', Alkaline, then ruled the Up To The Line stage for the next 50 minutes, fans soaking up his undivided attention,... ...
Read MoreEXCELSIOR'S REID WAS CONFIDENT OF WINNING 100M FINAL - A14 DUNBEHOLDEN TOO STRONG FOR CAVALIER - A16 RIDE OUT SUNDAY'S REGGAE 6 CLOSER ON SOCIAL STORM - A19 ...
Read MoreSean Paul grateful for longevity in music
On a break from his popular 'Timeless' tour, Sean Paul was energised and happy to be a special guest of the NBC's Today show that was broadcast live from Sandals Dunn's River Hotel on Thursday. The Get Busy artiste, along with Sheryl Lee Ralph... ...
Read MoreZimi Seh Brunch to close out Sumfest weekend
With anticipation already reaching fever pitch for a historic Gully/Gaza showcase featuring dancehall icons Vybz Kartel and Mavado, organisers of Reggae Sumfest continue to expand the experience beyond the stage. In an exciting new partnership,... ...
Read MoreCheating boyfriend robbing me blind
Dear Pastor, I am writing to you for advice. I am 30 and I have a three-year-old child with my boyfriend of six years. Recently, his girlfriend called me and told me that they have been together from my daughter was six months old. This man doesn... ...
Read MoreDon’t trust my husband around any woman
Dear Pastor, I am going to be 41 in August. My only child is 20 years old. He came into this world by mistake. His father and I went to the same high school and then university. We always loved each other and we expressed our love for each other... ...
Read MoreHope husband number three is Mr Right
Dear Pastor, I am a 52-year-old woman and I have been divorced twice. The first time I got married, I was 23. I was eager to get married, but the relationship did not last. The union produced two children. I got married again when I was 30. I... ...
Read MoreTeen sister’s boyfriend is three times her age
Dear Pastor, I am having a little problem. I have a sister who is living with me. I live with my husband. My mother begged me to take her because she was not listening to her and she was uncontrollable. My sister was 14 years old at the time. My... ...
Read MoreBoyfriend won’t marry me until I speak in tongues
Dear Pastor, I am a member of a particular church, but sometimes what I am hearing from the pulpit, the leaders are unable to back it up from the Bible. I have a boyfriend who is attending the same church and when I tell him that I don't believe... ...
Read MoreBrother refuses to give me back my $1 million
Dear Pastor, I am begging you for your advice. I am 25 and I have one son with my husband. He works very hard and he is very generous. He supports me very well. I am working, but he pays the major bills in the house. Apart from that, he gives... ...
Read MoreWomen keep trying to steal my man
Dear Pastor, I am having a problem. When I was 16 years old, I had a boyfriend. He was 21. He lived with his grandmother and I lived with my parents. Our love life started when he asked me if I would wash some clothes for him and my parents told... ...
Read MoreAmerican wife refuses to divorce me
Dear Pastor, I have been trying to contact you for a long time, but friends have told me that the best way to communicate with you is by writing, so I am trying my luck now. I am a 40-year-old man and I have been living with a woman for three... ...
Read MoreI have nowhere to put my pregnant girlfriend
Dear Pastor, I am 19 years old. I am living with my stepfather, two brothers and my mother. My stepfather is not nice to us. He tells us every day that we should get out of his house because we are old enough to go on our own. He said that when... ...
Read MoreMy dad was the village ram
Dear Pastor, While I was attending high school, one of the girls in my class and I were from the same community and people used to say that she was my sister. She was not very good looking, so I did not like when people associated me with her.... ...
Read MoreA ghost is haunting our house
Dear Pastor, I want to tell you something that I did not believe in. I always hear people talk about ghosts, but I used to call them fools because I never saw one. But, recently, my great-grandmother died and her funeral did not take place right... ...
Read MoreI suspect my girlfriend is cheating with our driver
Dear Pastor, I am a worried man. I am living with my girlfriend and we have been together for five years. I took her with three children who I supported as my own. When we started out together, she had nothing. I had a house that I inherited from... ...
Read MoreI am tired of sharing my girlfriend
Dear Pastor, When I was in high school I had a girlfriend, but I also knew that she had a big man who was taking care of her. She did not hide it from me. This man was a manager of a store. She used to take money from him and give to me. I couldn... ...
Read MoreMy woman is in love with her ex-husband
Dear Pastor, I am 31 years old and I have a woman who has two children for me. When we first met, she was married but on the verge of getting a divorce. We rented a place and now live together. We decided to start over. The children I had before... ...
Read MoreMy man’s small penis could be a big problem
Dear Pastor, I am having a problem and I decided to write to you. I always try to deal with my problems on my own, but I am having a difficult time coming up with answers for this one. I have a boyfriend and we have been living together. He does... ...
Read MoreConvinced that my babyfather is sleeping with my friend
Dear Pastor, I have a complaint that I have to make to you. I am almost 29 and I have a five-year-old daughter. I have a friend who is my daughter's godmother; she and I live like family. I was going to visit my relatives in St Ann for the... ...
Read MoreI’m torn between two brothers
Dear Pastor, I have found myself in love with two men and I have to make a decision very soon as to which one I should settle with. I am 25 years old, and I have had sex with one of them. Each of them invited me out on a separate occasion and I... ...
Read MoreI can’t marry my racist boyfriend
Dear Pastor, I am a 21-year-old girl. I was born in Jamaica, but my father is American. He wanted to take me to America after high school, but my mother was against it, and I did not want to leave my mother either. My father told me that whenever... ...
Read MoreGirlfriend thinks my client wants to tie me
Dear Pastor, Sincere greetings to you. I hope that you are doing well. I have a problem. I read your column as often as I can. When I am not able to read it, my girlfriend tells me what was published. Please keep up the good work. I am a 48-year-... ...
Read MoreSleeping with two cousins
Dear Pastor, I am 27 and I have been looking around for a wife. I was in Jamaica and I rented a car to go around with some of my old schoolmates. I met a girl. She was well dressed, and she stopped my vehicle and asked me for a ride. She said she... ...
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