Risto Benji, the youth who originally buss with hits like "Give me the Money" on the Punanny Riddim, and "Passport Buddy" was gunned down in an apparent robbery attempt in an area known as “Vietnam” in Church Pen, St. Catherine.
Million Stylez passes through ESL w/ CultchaSound...
Fresh off his west coast tour, up and coming dancehall artist Million Stylez passed through CultchaSound's residency at Eighteenth Street Lounge to bless the mic, along with INI Vibration and Version Sound. Large up to Milli and Beatnok for passing through....see more
More Support For Japan
The day before Easter Monday, a few seasoned dancehall singers performed for the Japanese post-earthquake relief cause at Studio 38, Trafalgar Road, New Kingston. It was a continuation, in a small way, of the strong bond between Japan and Jamaica through Jamaican music. Read More...
April 29th @ Patty Boom Boom
Our Monthly residency at Patty Boom Boom continues...Big Sound a play Big Chune...
Jah Cure's Ganja Trial Delayed
Jah cure’s ongoing ganja battle still looms over his head.Read More....
Forwards: DC Dubplate Appreciation Dance Round 2!!
Massive - Our good friend ReubenVibes of LionVibes Sound is putting on the 2nd Annual Dubplate Appreciation Dance in Washington, D.C. April 1 and 2 @ Almaz 1212 U Street, NW D.C. After the success of the initial dance last December which CultchaSound played alongside a large amount of others from the area and beyond.... Over 20 Top sound systems from around the globe are flying in to show their love for the dancehall and reggae business, not a clash, but a showcase of each sounds dub box and vibes. CultchaSound (playing Friday April 1 - 11pm) has been working with dozens of artists from Kingston to NYC...Be sure to come out and support the ting. Lighters, Flags, Rags, Air-Horns......It's also a FREE EVENT
GONNA BE MAAAAADDD Check the Promo Video CultchaSound Produced....
Buju Found Guilty...
Keep unnu' head up Gargamel!!!!!!!!!!!
FLORIDA, USA – Reggae star Buju Banton was found guilty on three charges by a 12-member panel of jurors a short while ago at the United States Sam M Gibbons Federal Court here in Tampa.
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Black History Month - Make we play some chune...
We at CultchaSound have been busy in the dance and lagging on the Basement 45 monthly mixes, so to celebrate Black History month Fada TG juggled this nice little showcase for you....Bless Up! New Full Mix out soon, and back on track with the monthlys! Fyah Bun!
Salute To Marley (Download Here)
Cake Soap: The Bleaching of the Nation…
Vybz Kartel has been at the forefront of the latest bleaching epidemic that has been evident in Jamaica and throughout other parts of the world. Yet, the latest chune running the dance "Cake Soap" is something of an anomaly, as a male Dancehall artist is now promoting and taking part in the bleaching himself. Make we buss Buju out of house arrest, 'cause we no stop cry for all Black ooooooman...' Read More>>>
Rodigan vs Addies Trinidad...
Two of our favorite sounds, Papa Roddy & Addies, in a well shot/edited lead up to their clash in St. Johns last year. Run Chune!!!!!!!!!
Bob Marley Birthday Celebrations in D.C.
Massive - To kick off this years celebration CultchaSound will be holding down Patty Boom Boom this Friday night Feb 4th. From 10pm - close, alongside special guests. The party continues through the weekend with festivities at Ras Lounge & Patty Boom Boom on Sunday with viewings of Marley's life, Live Reggae Bands and Sound systems.
Bless Up!
Flossing King Returns
Flippa, who's real name is Andrew Davis, was arrested in March 2010 after he was allegedly caught trying to enter the United States illegally from The Bahamas via a boat. He was released from the Curran-Fromhold Correctional Facility, Philadelphia, in September and since then little has been heard from the 'Flossing King'.
Sting 2010 Review
CultchaSound's friends were on the ground in Portmore tweeting the event to tens of thousands of web viewers. To read more on Sting click here
Big up Ninja & Jon for keeping us up to date....
No Sorrel for Ninja
Ninja Man, whose real name is Desmond Ballentine, and his son Janile Ballentine have been in prison since March last year. The deejay, his son and another man, Clayton Dennis, were charged with murder, conspiracy to murder and illegal possession of a firearm and ammunition. They were charged in connection with the March 16 murder of 20-year-old Ricardo 'Ricky Trooper' Johnson. 
Gregory Isaacs, Buju Banton among reggae grammy nominees
Gregory Isaacs, Buju Banton, Sly and Robbie and Lee 'Scratch' Perry are among a list of five nominees for the 2010 Reggae Grammy which was released last night. 
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Buju's Colourful Career
With the catchy hit single Browning in 1992, Buju Banton commanded the attention of music lovers and, in so doing, etched a foothold on Jamaica's musical landscape.The gifted youth silenced critics and proved he was no fluke when he stormed the entertainment arena with Black Woman in response to colour-conscious Jamaicans who frowned on Browning.These two singles would hit a chord on the Jamaican psyche.
Basement 45's - Salute to the Cool Ruler (DOWNLOAD)
Live Mix from ESL - Rockers Wednesdays
Salute To Sugar - Free Download Massive!
Basement 45's - #6 - Salute to the late Great Sugar Minott
