Shaggy
International recording artist Shaggy started the year on a high note. It is evident there is no stopping the Grammy award, diamond selling recording artiste to end the year any other way. Recently Centric announced the nominees for 2014 Soul train awards, which celebrates R&B’s finest and most soulful artistes. Among the nominees is Shaggy, who was nominated for Best International Performance for his single ‘You Girl’ featuring R&B superstar Neyo. Soul train awards 2014, hosted by Wendy Williams, will honor artistes in 12 different categories. R&B star Chris Brown leads the pack with seven nominations and R&B diva Beyonce follows with six. “It’s always a great accomplishment to be acknowledged for the work I love and enjoy doing every day. To soul train awards and Centric, thanks for acknowledging the hard work” says Shaggy. Soul train awards will take place on November 7, 2014 at the Orleans arena in Las Vegas and air on Centric and BET.
Zumjay graduates
Dancehall deejay Zumjay has successfully graduated from the Federal Law Enforcement Training Centre (FLETC) in the United States. The ceremony was held near the port of Brunswick in the state of Georgia. “Special Thanks to LTC Tracey Williams-Staten, SSG Edward Sibaja and my wonderful family for attending my graduation. LTC Williams has been such a huge supporter from the very beginning and I am extremely appreciative. SSG Sibaja has my utmost respect for traveling all the way to Georgia to show his support. Last but not least, I am truly blessed to have an amazing wife Avi Stephens and kids who without them none of this would be possible,” Zumjay said in a post on Facebook. Zumjay moved to the US in 2007 because he wanted to be close to his wife. The stated mission of FLETC is to “…train those who protect our homeland”. It also provides training to state, local, campus, tribal, and international law enforcement agencies.
The deejay, whose real name is Rohan Stephens, joined the army reserves in 2008 because of the benefits and the solid future it would provide for himself and his family, which now includes his daughter, who is six years old.
No-Show-Mavado
The Internet has been buzzing as to the reasons why Mavado cancelled his appearance in Guyana recently. Fans in Guyana were left upset over the weekend when Mavado was a no show for an event called Gully Ras Birth Nite Bash. However, Mavado himself appears in a video on Facebook saying he feels hurt knowing he could not attend the event. But, what does Mavado mean by that? Was his absence from the event due to a prior engagement?
Aidonia Charity
In the words of the great revolutionary and philanthropist Nelson Manley, “A good head and good heart are always a formidable combination. But when you add to that a literate tongue or pen, then you have something very special.” And that’s the type of noble mindset that has inspired Dancehall artiste Sheldon Lawrence, better known as Aidonia, to launch a new initiative geared towards educating youths and providing support for the disenfranchised.
Chik V postpones trial
The Chik V continues to run rampant, postponing the trial of the juror who allegedly attempted to bribe his colleagues in the Vybz Kartel trial. The case did not kick off recently as promised when it emerged that the accused man’s attorney and the lead investigator in the case were suffering from Chikungunya-type symptoms.
Tommy Lee Sparta
Tommy Lee Sparta has released his latest video for the single called ‘Crow’. The video was uploaded to Youtube just days ago and has already racked up views of over 20 thousand. Meanwhile, while not stating much, Tommy Lee says fans should look forward to a new video for the single, ‘Hero’, and an album in the works, which is titled ‘Lucifer’.
Hip News International
Lady Gaga
Lady Gaga is a first-time California homeowner but she’s not starting small. Hip News has learned she just bought a massive US$24 million Malibu compound. Real estate sources say the house sits on six acres. It has the usual for rich people: lots of bedrooms and bathrooms, his and her walk-in closets, a pool, gym and wine cellar. But it also has a custom safe-room and two-lane bowling alley, bocce ball court and an eight-horse stable. The seller was Dan Romanelli, the founder of the Warner Bros. Courtney Mac a seh safe travel pon di gravel, Keep in touch with Hip news at macpr@ymail.com or courtneymcintosh@gmail.com contact The North Coast Times by email at editorial@northcoasttimesja.com. or log on to our website.
