Sunday, 31 March 2024

Brite Lite Responds to Sir P Blaming Him For Disappearance of Lizard and Nick Photo Works Bodies - Watch Video

Brite Lite Responds to Sir P Blaming Him For Disappearance of Lizard and Nick Photo Works Bodies - Watch Video

Hours after Jamaican Youtuber Sir P published a damning video targeting the owner of Brite Lite Funeral Services whose name is Tommy Thompson, Thompson took to social media to clear his name of the serious allegations.



According to Sir P, Thompson is conducting "illegal cremations", he next went on to state that Thompson is responsible for the disappearance of the body of one of the most popular dancehall photographers, Nicketa Thomas better known as NickFotoWorks who went missing in October of 2015. He hasn’t been seen since. Previously seen everywhere, now he is nowhere to be seen.



Sir p also placed the disappearance of Clive 'Lizard' Williams at the hands of Thompson, however, hours after Sir P made the allegations online, Thompson who is better known as Tommy Brite Lite made a video denouncing the Youtuber's claims.



In Thompson's over-five-minute-long response to Sir P, he states that the vlogger is sending out "false and degrading information", he goes on to state that he has never ordered for anyone to be killed, then asks Sir P "kindly to desist", he also stated, "I have nothing or anything to do with any of the allegations that is now being made by him and I'm asking you please Sir P to desist."



He continues, "Tommy Thompson has nothing to do with Lizard, Tommy Thompson has nothing to do with my best friend, one of my best friends," he went on to declare that he holds Nick PhotoWotks "very very dear" to his heart.



Before ending his lengthy message, the funeral home owner asks Sir P to contact him so that the two can talk, however, he asks the vlogger multiple times to refrain from mentioning his name in a "negative light".



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Ras Kaneo Hailed as Reggae's Next Chapter

Ras Kaneo Hailed as Reggae's Next Chapter

The home of Reggae has never experienced a drought of exceptional Reggae talent, however, every now and then a new act emerges that is simply a cut above the rest. This is how Ras Kaneo is being described by several musical pundits who have identified him as a star in the making because of his exceptional vocal skills and original melodies which complement his profound lyrics.



"Ras Kaneo has an amazing and original sound, he finds melodies and lyrics effortlessly. He sounds like an artiste who has been touring for decades. He has great control over his vocals and his writing skills are exceptional. It is my view that he can become a major Reggae star because he has that uniquely gifted ear for music" Stated renowned Pr specialist Karl Durrant.





Ras Kaneo spent his early years between Linstead St. Catherine and Highgate St. Mary. He grew up listening to the sounds of Bob Marley, Peter Tosh, Dennis Brown, Sizzla and Garnett Silk but as he grew older he was not contented with simply listening to the greats.





"My musical journey has been a beautiful melting pot of experiences. I have spent many years perfecting my craft by learning from the legends and I am confident that the time is right for me to stamp my brand in Reggae music locally and internationally" Stated Ras Kaneo.



Currently, Ras Kaneo is busy promoting his new single entitled Africa which several musical pundits are describing as a musical masterpiece.



SOURCE: Karl Durrant.



#Yardhype #Jamaica #Dancehall #Reggae #Caribbean #JA #yaad
https://yardhype.com/ras-kaneo-hailed-as-reggaes-next-chapter/

Footage Shows Graphic Scenes from Deadly Crash in St. Ann - Watch Video

Footage Shows Graphic Scenes from Deadly Crash in St. Ann - Watch Video

Sunday morning, a tragic motor vehicle accident occurred on the Fern Gully main road in St Ann, leaving one woman dead and six others seriously injured.



The incident involved a 15-seater vehicle carrying 23 passengers, which crashed into the Fern Gully banking. The collision prompted an immediate response from the police, who rushed to the scene to assist the victims.



Among the passengers were 16 children and seven adults, all of whom were swiftly taken to St Ann’s Bay hospital.



Despite the efforts of medical personnel, one woman's injuries proved fatal, and she passed away at the hospital. The identities of the deceased and the injured have not been disclosed to the public.



In the aftermath of the accident, Senior Superintendent Dwight Powell, the head of the St Ann police, issued a statement.



He emphasized the importance of road safety, urging all motorists to adhere to the speed limit and follow the road code to prevent such tragic incidents in the future.



Footage from the accident was shared on Instagram Sunday evening, showing gruesome scenes from the deadly crash.



Watch the aftermath of the accident below:



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EXCLUSIVE: Elephant Man Talks Diddy, 20 Children, 'No Shaky', Usher, Rhum EP, Dominating Dancehall and more - Interview

EXCLUSIVE: Elephant Man Talks Diddy, 20 Children, 'No Shaky', Usher, Rhum EP, Dominating Dancehall and more - Interview

Dancehall music is a genre that pulses with energy and vibrancy, the genre has been significantly shaped by the contributions of many talented artistes. One such influential figure in the dancehall scene is Elephant Man, also known as the 'Energy God.' With his distinctive voice, flamboyant style, and electrifying performances, Elephant Man has carved a niche for himself in the world of dancehall music.



The Grammy-nominated Dancehall artiste whose birth name is Oneil Bryan had a Questions and Answers chat with Yardhype about his lengthy career, the many hit songs, his views on dancehall nowadays, plus the online saga with Diddy and Usher, two mega stars that he worked with in the past.



Born on September 11, 1975, in Kingston, Jamaica, Elephant Man who is now 47 years old started his musical journey in the late 1990s. Hailing from the Seaview Gardens community, he was initially part of the Scare Dem Crew, alongside other dancehall artistes, but eventually branched out to pursue a solo career.



Beyond his music, Elephant Man is also known for his distinctive fashion sense, often characterized by bright colours and unusual outfits. He is also hailed for his investments outside of music, such as his famous hillside mansion in Jamaica which is something he's particularly proud of.



Check out the Questions and Answers below:



GENERAL Questions:



- Who gave you the name Elephant Man?



"Well i got that name from my friends in Seaview Gardens enuh... when mi likkle and duh music and a come up inna the music, dem seh mi ears did big and dem call mi Dumbo and then Shabba Ranks seh 'yo Elephant Man di man fi name star'."



- Who or what inspired you to start doing music?

"I think it was a God gift present from God..." He went on to outline that he lived "three gates apart" from Shabba Ranks, he also pays respect to Super Car, Ninjaman and Mad Cobra. Listen as he explains in the audio below:



- What's your favourite verse you wrote?

Before answering the question Elephant Man declared that he has many, however, he noted the following, "One of dem for me is 'I've seen nuff dance before but I've never seen a dance like this, I've seen nuff dancehall before but a dah one yah come top the list... Real badman nuh wear people pants."



-  Who’s your favourite dancehall Artiste?

"Well, it wouldn't be one enuh... is a couple of dem, Shabba, Ninjaman, Mad Cobra, Super Cat, Buju Banton."



-  Who’s your Favourite Reggae Artiste?

Bryan was more specific on the Reggae side, saying, "Bob Marley the king... Something special about Bob as a Reggae singer, we all look up to him."



- What keeps you grounded? (Things you do to relax/chill)



"I like to play basketball, i like to be at the studio just chilling, listening new riddims, writing out new ideas... hanging out wid my dogs dem... mi bird dem... sidung round mi pool... play music... i like to listen a lot of souls.. i like to listen old-school Dancehall, old-school Reggae," listen to his full response below:



- What do you love the most about Jamaica? Do you have a favourite parish?

"Our culture, our beautiful beaches, the lovely people, the dancehall vibes, the party vibes... Jamaica have some of the sexiest and prettiest females in the world," he also stated, "nut'n cah beat Kingston, everything deh a Kingston, when it come to partying..." he also highlights his love for Negril, Ochi and "Galtegobay".



- What’s your Favourite Jamaican dish?

"Callaloo, banana, dumpling, yam... Jerk chicken... Roast corn, roast yam and salt fish... Jamaica have the best food nut'n cah beat we inna food" he outlines. He went on to reveal that whenever he travels, Jamaican food is one of the things he misses the most about the island.



- When you're on the road, what's your go-to fast food to satisfy your cravings?

"i love the street food culture... The pudding man a Ochi.. Jamaica have the best food." He went on to express his love for Chinese food, "We bun the Chinese dem haad but mi a tell yuh di truth, "Si the Chinese white rice a foreign, the chicken wing them fry well dry and mi soya sauce weh mi put over it, it over, right deh suh!"



-  How do you usually come up with your songs?

Bryan Explains that he likes to write on things he sees in the dancehll and catchy lyrics and melodies with engaging themes, "I like to write about things weh people can relate to.. i like to keep my lyrics and my music catchy... riddim affi be banging too," Listen as he gives details below:



- Do you prefer performing or recording in the studio?

"i prefer di two a dem.. performing is my hobby, when yuh seh performing yuh seh Elephant Man and i love to record because I'm one of the best recording artistes ... i love recording, love it!" He went on to detail that his voice is versatile enough to hold notes and keep on key during the recording process hence he's a pro in the booth similar to being on stage.



- What Are Your Views On The Current state of Dancehall And Reggae music?

"I think that Dancehall is doing well... as you can see a lot of dancehall riddim is coming back!.. bigup to trap dancehall but dancehall is back in full effect!", He went on to outline that artistes such as Sizzla etc are still carrying the torch, also highlighting the upcoming staging of Reggae Sumfest as a symbol that Reggae is still going on Strong. Listen as he gives full details in the audio below:



- Which of your songs surprised you the most in terms of its success?

Elephant Man declares that a lot of songs have surprised him over the years, noting that he always put in his best effort but at times he's still surprised by the success, like ‘Pon De River Pon De Bank’ etc, Listen below:





- Which do you hold in higher regard, and why: A Reggae Grammy Award or a song in the top 20 of the Billboard Hot 100 chart?

"The wul a dem count enuh... a music me do, i don't really pick one."



-  ‘Log On’ and ‘Pon De River Pon De Bank’: Yardhype sees these two songs as two very important songs in your career, First ‘Log On’ making you a house-hold name locally, however,  ‘Pon De River Pon De Bank’ gave you the exposure internationally, do you agree? and which other two songs you think did the next best for your career?

"A lot a dem come do great fi mi career... Willi Bounce, Nuh linga... Crazy Hype... Signal Di Plane" he also reminds us of his collabs with R. Kelly, Janet Jackson, Kat Deluna, Maria Carey, Busta Rhymes, Lil John. Listen as he list some of his most popular tracks below another from ‘Log On’ and ‘Pon De River Pon De Bank. Listen as he gives details below:



- How many years would you say you had a run at the top of Dancehall, starting from ‘Pon de River Pon De bank’?

Elephant Man outlines that he never checked the exact amount of years he was on top in dancehall, however, highlights that his run lasted for over 10 years, "I had deejay of the year 5 time back-to-back.. been on top for a while... number one pan top a number one.. award weh can full two houses... i don't really check on those things, but me know seh it's been a while, ova a decade"



- Please explain the process of making ‘Log On’ and ‘Pon De River Pon De Bank’ as in how long did it take you to create the songs and who produced them?

"The process of making Pon di River Pon the Bank... i'm the one that produced it enuh!... and Log On was procured by Jeremy Harding," he next detailed how long they took to make, and the other individuals who were instrumental in the completing of both songs, Listen below:



- How many Albums and EPs have you released in your career and are you looking to release any in the near future?

"I've released, 10 albums and 5 EPs and I'm about to drop another EP titled Rhum.. " he went on to announce that the Rhum EP will be released in May of 2024.



MORE PERSONAL QUESTIONS



- Who or what inspired your love for high/bright-coloured fashion?



“Yuh know seh… a we seh thirst is noting image is everything… I’m a person who loves colours and we like go with the colours dem weh match and we like look good and we like bring the fashion to the fans them,” he went on to highlight being inspired by Ninjaman and Shabba Ranks fashionwise.



- Why do you choose to do mainly party and dancing songs instead of typical gangster songs like most dancehall artistes?

"First of all.. i did a lot of gansgter songs.. but i travel and i see what people like, people like songs that kids, elderly folks and Christaian, worlions, everybody can listen, for instance you can not do the gun songs certain place," he gave more details on his reasons in the audio below:



- How do you balance your personal life with your career demands?

"Well, during the week you know studio back to home, studio back to home so that means seh yo girl know seh aright yuh still talk to her yuh still talk to yo kids, still talk to yo mother and father mek dem know seh yeah man yo good," he went on to outline that with the fact that he's in charge of his career, he is able to interchange between the two at anytime, listen as he gives more details in audio below:



- How many Children do you have?



Despite initially being reluctant about the number of kids he has, not wanting to make any of them feel anyway, he went on to outline that he has "20 kids", consisting of 4 boys and the rest are girls.



- We notice you don’t hang out much with fellow dancehers nowadays, let us know the main reasons for your actions.

"As you can see everyweh artiste guh is trouble, problem, yuh live and yuh learn enuh, suh sometime yuh affi just be careful as an artiste... memba enuh everyweh yuh guh, everyweh yuh hang out is a problem, you know police and the law and who fi deh deh and who nuh fi deh deh," he went on to declare that he does not want to be caught in the wrong circle because it's not "safe" anymore to hang out. Listen as he explains his reasons for staying low-key in the audio below:



- As a veteran artiste who is from a different era when dancehall had less freaky and chopping lyrics, what’s your take on the change?

"Well a man free fi deejay what him wah fi deejay enuh and a man free fi seh wah him wah fi seh, but at the end of the day i think too much a one thing nuh good fi nut'n.. suh some a di time yuh cah just stick pan one thing," he went on to admit that he uses chopping lyrics at times, however, he limits the usage. Listen full below:



- Do you feel respect from younger Gen-Z artistes?

"Yeah man... the wulla di generation dem si mi and gi mi nuff respect!"



- Tell Us About Your Music Team(manager/producer).

Listen as Elephant Man tells us about his team below, he also infomrs fans on how to connect with him:



- You are second to none with regards to performance in Dancehall: Out of the many other great performers in the genre, who inspired your energetic performances the most?

"As a kid growing up two of my performers are... Shabba Ranks and Ninja... They have Image, dressing, clarify, dem man deh run it man trust me... growing up watching them, there is never a dull moment," disclosing that they spired him a lot.



- Would you sell your house on the hill at the right price?

"No! mi nah sell mi house. I'm not the selly-selly type," he outlines.



- Which song/music video will you be releasing next?

"The song that i have on the Coolie Dance Riddim called 'bad gyal' and the song i have on the Grounds Man Riddim for Flava Mcgregor, it's Called 'No Shakey'. Those two will be releasing next week," he also announced that he will be releasing a music video for each song. Ele reiterates that he will be releasing his Rhum EP which will be released under Hapilos Productions.



Controversial Questions



- Have you ever been to any of Diddy’s Parties?

"No.. well when i signed to Puffy enuh, i signed to Atlantic records first, when i did my 'Good To Go Album'... When i sign to Puffy i neva get the chance to yeng out with him like that... Remeber i have so much dancehall shows doing and i had to be back and forth from the shows in the US to Jamaica, taking care of my personal business so no i neva have the time to go to one of them parties."



The Energy God also showed gratitude to Diddy, reminding us that he got a Grammy nomination for the album he did for Diddy, "Lets Get Physical album, that's the one i got nominated for Grammy," listen as he gives details below:



- What was your reaction to the Diddy and Usher allegations Knowing that you worked closely with both in the past?

"I don't know bout them thing enuh!.. I'm a Jamaican, Jamaica is my culture, we work with them but at the end of the day, i can't just get up and judge a person and say ray, mi only can seh wah gwaan wid dah person yah and wah really a happen?... People a seh, but wi nuh si nuh proof pan nut'n suh me cah just get up and seh dah man deh ray and cast judgement and thing," he outlined that if there was proof he would speak out against such actions which are not supported by the Jamaican culture, "yuh know wi nuh support them thing deh".



"Yuh know mi nuh have nut'n fi seh bout that!" he also clarifies the lyrics of his new song, highlighting that he only questioned what happening with "Puffy", he also sent shout-out to the rap mogul for being a powerful black man in the world. listen to his full reaction below:



- Do you think dancehall should stay true to its roots of denouncing homosexuality or should we sensor such lyrics to work with the change in time?

"Yeah man... Dancehall denounce a lot of foolishness and it nah stop denounce a lot of foolishness, a dancehall enuh and dem seh who know betta duh betta," he next tells 'Shakey' people to stay one side with their "foolishness".



- What’s your reaction to people who imitate your voice?



"Well i dont have problem with it enuh, but if you ago use my voice just have likkle respect!.. dont try feel like seh yuh ago try bring dung my thing with my voice... How does it look foisomebody a try bring dung your thing with your voice? That nuh mek nuh sense... Dont try clown-out my thing with my voice," listen to his full reaction to the question below:



- Let us know more about Your upcoming song that you previewed on Instagram, in which you asked what's happening with Diddy.

Elephant Man states that with the fact that he knows Diddy personally, and not being pleased with "certain allegations" he had to ask the question of what's going on, he also declared that he was not taking any shots at Diddy, just raising the question. Listen as he talks about the upcoming song in which he mentions "Puffy" below:



- IS THERE ANYTHING ADDITIONAL THAT YOU WOULD LIKE TO TELL THE FANS?

"Energy God seh fi love God, put God first in everything weh yuh do, believe inna yo self and just keep on doing good... if you keep doing good, then good will follow," he also asks fans to stay out of "trouble" and other negative endeavours.



Check Elephant Man's "No Shaky" preview and full song below:



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Despite facing controversies and challenges throughout his career, Elephant Man's resilience and dedication to his craft have kept him relevant in the ever-evolving music industry. His ability to adapt and remain connected with his audience, coupled with his undeniable talent, ensures that Elephant Man continues to be a significant and influential figure in the world of dancehall music.



#Yardhype #Jamaica #Dancehall #Reggae #Caribbean #JA #yaad
https://yardhype.com/exclusive-elephant-man-talks-diddy-20-children-no-shaky-usher-rhum-ep-dominating-dancehall-and-more-interview/

St. Ann Police Officer Reportedly Caught on Camera Collecting Money from Lamborghini Car Driver - Watch Video

St. Ann Police Officer Reportedly Caught on Camera Collecting Money from Lamborghini Car Driver - Watch Video

A video capturing two Jamaican policemen apparently collecting money from a Lamborghini driver in St. Ann has been garnering attention online.



It appears that the police were conducting a traffic stop with the Lamborghini driver when someone from a different vehicle filmed them. In the video, the person filming can be heard talking and laughing with an associate.



At the beginning of the video, a policeman can be seen standing close to the Lamborghini, which is parked along the side of the road near the police officer's motorcycle. The driver stood close to the officer, but it is unclear what they were doing.





Later in the video, the driver appears to give something to one of the officers, prompting one of the onlookers to say, "Dem a milk him." those words ignite laughter from others, and the video ends as they continue to laugh and utter expletives.



Watch the video of the incident below:



https://yardhype.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/ST-Ann-Police-Officers-Reportedly-Collecting-Money-from-Lamborghini-Car-Driver-Watch-Video.mp4

The video was shared on Facebook on Saturday at 10:52 a.m. and has since received over 79K views. One viewer said, "He don't have to do anything police is going to follow him all the way to his house for money."



Another viewer said, "I SEE BADMIND FROM ALL ANGLES."



A third viewer said, "How a man badmind fi a point out illegal activity being carried out by the police who should be upholding the law."



Read more of the comments below:









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Jamaican Scammer Argues With Potential Client "Raascl**t.. What's wrong with you?" - Listen Audio

Jamaican Scammer Argues With Potential Client

A suspected Jamaican scammer got infuriated when his attempts to swindle money from someone proved futile. The humorous phone call between the scammer and the potential client who seems to be someone who targets scammers online has been garnering attention.



During the phone call, the scammer told the recipient, who speaks like an elderly woman with a foreign accent, that he would instruct her on what to do. "I'm gonna tell you what to write," he said repeatedly after asking if she had $200, which had apparently been discussed previously.



The recipient proceeds to repeat his words as if she is taking notes instead of waiting for the actual instruction, which is to write down the word "vanilla." The scammer reacted by shouting, "Hello! Lord God. You don't need to write that. Raascl**t... What's wrong with you?" 



The female voice inquires if she should write "vanilla," prompting the irate Jamaican to say, "That's the only thing you should write. It seems like everything I say to you, you write down. You're wasting my time."



The female responds by repeating what he says once more as if writing it down, which prompts the scammer to utter an expletive and the call disconnects. Later in the audio, the female rambles about the phone being accidentally disconnected, prompting the man to shout at her, telling her to listen to him.



Listen to the conversation below:



https://yardhype.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Jamaican-Scammer-Argues-With-Client-Listen-Audio1.mp4

https://yardhype.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Jamaican-Scammer-Argues-With-Client-Listen-Audio2.mp4

After the audio was shared on Instagram, it garnered over 3,946 likes within 11 hours and many amusing responses. One IG user said, "Frustrated ova ppl money 😂😂," and another person commented, "Aye choppa ya meet him match man😂😂😂 bet him did think a easy money da one ya."



Read more of the comments below:







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Tifa Reveals She Lost Two Babies "I was losing my mind, and I was losing everything…" - Watch Video

Tifa Reveals She Lost Two Babies

There was a period when Dancehall artiste Tifa disappeared from the limelight and reappeared again after some time. This clip of Tifa speaking up about her story and what she has been through gives the public some insight into what caused her absence.



In the short video clip which shows highlights of her telling her story, Tifa sat down with Simone Clarke for her talk show Sim Soul Sessions where she spoke up about two miscarriages, losing her boyfriend, and almost her life.



She stated, "I literally just felt like I was losing it, and I was losing my mind, and I was losing everything..."





Tifa mentioned that after that tragedy she has been in serious relationships but none have ever worked out. She even admitted to thinking that she needed therapy to cope.



Watch the video below:



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The video clip was uploaded to Simone's Instagram account where she spoke about how hard it was to believe the entertainer's story because the things Tifa had been through were enough to cripple anyone mentally, yet she found the strength to keep fighting.



She also shared that Tifa left Jamaica in order to start fresh where no one knew her.





Simone wrote, "After a period of deep depression that brought her face to face with life experiences she had pushed aside...@itsthetifa made a conscious decision to do the work she needed to preserve her sanity, and her peace."



Read the full message below:





The comment section of the post shared love and support for the artiste and multiple people commented that they are looking forward to hearing her story.



Read the heartfelt comments below:







The episode of Sim Soul Sessions will be aired on Monday, April 1, 2024, at 8:30 PM on Television Jamaica.



#Yardhype #Jamaica #Dancehall #Reggae #Caribbean #JA #yaad
https://yardhype.com/tifa-reveals-she-lost-two-babies-i-was-losing-my-mind-and-i-was-losing-everything-watch-video/

Saturday, 30 March 2024

American Streamer Who Was Reportedly Kidnapped in Haiti Freed; Accused of Staging Kidnapping

American Streamer Who Was Reportedly Kidnapped in Haiti Freed; Accused of Staging Kidnapping

An American streamer who was reportedly kidnapped during an attempt to meet gang members in Haiti has been freed based on his latest social media posts.



According to reports, streamer Addison Pierre Maalouf had travelled to Haiti amid the US's ongoing travel advisory urging its citizens not to visit the country.



Maalouf was reportedly held captive by a Haitian gang for over two weeks after he and an associate were kidnapped while trying to interview a gang leader.



Following reports that the gang was demanding a ransom to release Maalouf, the content creator announced on his Twitter/X page on Saturday that he had been released.



"Cameraman never dies. I’ve been released. Glory be to God. Christ is King," Maalouf stated.



https://twitter.com/YourFellowArab/status/1774119941848867080

In a subsequent post, the streamer further expressed his gratitude to God for his freedom. While he said he would not be able to give details until he was home, Maalouf accused his Haitian captors of kidnapping him because of his skin colour.



"I was kidnapped purely for the color of my skin. I was kidnapped for being a “Blanc”. Can’t give any more detail till I’m home, but all I will say for now is - Glory be to God. Released between Good Friday & Easter, Christ is King," Maalouf wrote.



https://twitter.com/YourFellowArab/status/1774122087172497737

While many of his fans expressed relief that he was released, his story has already attracted doubt as social media users question its authenticity.



"yeah this whole thing is scripted," one X user wrote.






Reacting to the accusations that Maalouf faked his kidnapping, his brother, Lalem, who is also a streamer, shared a photograph showcasing the candles his mother has used while praying for her son's return.



In a previous post, Lalem seemingly suggested that the negotiation process for Maalouf was filmed and they would be sharing it.



View Lalem's posts below.



https://twitter.com/Lalem/status/1774158977258991972

https://twitter.com/Lalem/status/1774132875366940691

https://twitter.com/Lalem/status/1774125324072096111

#Yardhype #Jamaica #Dancehall #Reggae #Caribbean #JA #yaad
https://yardhype.com/american-streamer-who-was-reportedly-kidnapped-in-haiti-freed-accused-of-staging-kidnapping/

VADENUH Looking to Make His Mark in Dancehall "Golfa Lifestyle"

VADENUH Looking to Make His Mark in Dancehall

In the vibrant landscape of dancehall music, a new name is making waves—Artiste VADENUH. Born Yvad Adams on December 15, 1996, in the Downs community in Manchester, Jamaica, VADENUH is not just a deejay on the rise; he's a story of inspiration, a testament to the power of music as a therapeutic force.



Early Life and Musical Influences



VADENUH, also known as "Top Golfa," grew up in a nurturing environment, closely knit to his church, family, and friends. This grounding has been instrumental in shaping his character and, subsequently, his music. His earliest musical influences trace back to his childhood, where his father's role as a musician in their church played a pivotal role in igniting VADENUH's passion for music.



The church was more than just a place of worship for VADENUH; it was the incubator for his musical talent. The inspiration and encouragement he received from his father and the church community fueled his journey into the world of dancehall music.



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VADENUH's Musical Journey



Among his works, the songs "Zone" and "My Story" hold a special place in VADENUH's heart. They served as his solace, aiding him through life's challenges and adversities. "Neon Balenciaga" marks another significant milestone in his career, the song that made him realize his star potential. For VADENUH, music is not just art—it's his therapy, his escape, his expression.



Collaborating with P. SWAZY



The journey of VADENUH is intertwined with the expertise of producer P. SWAZY, a Toronto-based talent signed under the Brookbrovaz label in New York. P. SWAZY's six years of industry experience and his collaborations with giants like VICELAND, MTV, NBC, and ESPN have shaped his vision and approach to music production.



With an ability to foster a collaborative environment, P. SWAZY empowers artistes like VADENUH to push the boundaries of their creativity. His deep understanding of media trends and audience preferences has made him a pivotal figure in VADENUH's musical journey.



Future Aspirations



VADENUH's Goals

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VADENUH aims to expand his horizons by collaborating with other musicians, performing at key dancehall events, and solidifying his presence within the dancehall community. Building a loyal fanbase is at the core of his aspirations, reflecting his dedication to his art and his audience.



P. SWAZY's Vision

For P. SWAZY, the goal is to produce high-quality dancehall tracks that not only resonate with audiences but also achieve recognition on streaming platforms. His ambition to innovate within the dancehall genre showcases his commitment to excellence and originality.



Check out VADENUH on Spotify



Check out P. SWAZY on Spotify



Influences and Inspirations



VADENUH draws inspiration from icons like Vybz Kartel and Masicka, while P. SWAZY looks up to industry giants like Metro Boomin and Rvssian. These influences underscore their dedication to their craft and their desire to leave a lasting impact on the dancehall scene.



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Marion Hall Consecrates Her New Church Ahead of First Service - Watch Video

Marion Hall Consecrates Her New Church Ahead of First Service - Watch Video

As she prepares for her first Sunday service, former Dancehall artiste Lady Saw now Minister Marion Hall has consecrated the Fort Lauderdale, Florida, building that will be the home of her ministry.



Hall stepped away from Dancehall in 2015 and went on to begin a career as a gospel artiste. She was later ordained as a minister in Jamaica in 2018 and has been preaching via social media for the last few years.



After a lengthy search for a location to house her ministry, Hall recently acquired a property for her church, the Holy Ghost Pentecostal Church of Jesus Christ, with its first Sunday service expected to take place tomorrow.



In an Instagram post on Saturday, the I Won't Worry singer wished her supporters a happy Sabbath and expressed in the caption that she is working hard to get the church ready in time for a service tomorrow.



"Happy sabbath people of God. I’m doing my best to get the church building ready for me to preach a sermon tomorrow, but let’s see how the rest of the day goes," Hall wrote.





In a short video, Hall shared that they would be adding the carpeting to the building today and ensured to bless the building with consecrated olive oil before they did.



While showcasing the carpet fitters at work, Hall expressed that her supporters will love the church once it is completed.



Watch the video with Marion Hall below.



https://yardhype.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/instagram_C5I_4SUO3wP.mp4

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WATCH: River Rafting Massages Getting Out of Hand?

WATCH: River Rafting Massages Getting Out of Hand?

The river rafting business hit a new high in Summer 2023 when they started offering limestone massages to female customers. The target audience seemed to mainly be foreign women who come to the island on vacation, either alone or with friends. Almost a year later, river rafting activities are still booming.



However, is the popular business venture getting out of hand as new footage from two different river rafting escapades showcasing some pretty explicit scenes?



The first video shows a bearded rafter in his Jamaican colours and a Crocs paying diligent attention to a 'thickaz' who was on her knees in front of him in what many know as the 'backaz' sex position. The woman was wearing a top and swimsuit bottoms that left her huge butt on display.



The rafter massages her butt which is covered in limestone and the angle of the camera and her position shows her barely covered vagina in slow motion as the song Enchanting by Vybz Kartel plays in the background.



Watch the video below:



https://yardhype.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/1000524822.mp4

A second video shows another rafter massaging a woman who is on her back with her legs in the air. He then changes positions to kneel between her legs as he gets really close to her private area with his hands but moves on quickly.



In the video, the man is asked if he went to school to learn how to give limestone massages to which the man just shakes his head, prompting the man to call him "naturally talented."



Watch the video below:



https://yardhype.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/1000524823.mp4

The videos were uploaded to Instagram where the question was posed, "Would you allow your woman to get a body massage from a rafter in Jamaica?"





Someone replied to the question by stating, "A real man wouldn't allow this... and a respectable woman wouldn't allow this neither."



Someone else wrote, "...when did this canal turn into the Jamaican version of PornHub," while a third person said, "I think this is too much...and how professional are these men, that they will know how to control themselves..."



Read more comments below:







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'Bunny' Shaw Scores Twice in Man-City's 4-1 Lashing of Liverpool: Spectacular First Goal - Video

'Bunny' Shaw Scores Twice in Man-City's 4-1 Lashing of Liverpool: Spectacular First Goal - Video

Manchester City triumphed over Liverpool on Saturday, March 30 with a 4-1 victory, propelling them to the pinnacle of the WSL standings. The match, a showcase of talent and strategy, was particularly illuminated by Khadija Shaw's exceptional performance, which included a remarkable 25-yard strike, contributing significantly to her lead in the WSL Golden Boot race.



Despite Liverpool's initial pressure that limited City to 35% possession in the first 10 minutes, the tide turned when Lauren Hemp capitalized on a loose ball in the box, scoring the opening goal in the 16th minute. The momentum continued as Jess Park extended the lead with a precise shot from the edge of the penalty area, following an assist from Mary Fowler.



Manchester City's dominance was further asserted by Shaw's stunning long-range goal, leaving Liverpool scrambling. Even though Liverpool's manager, Matt Beard, introduced three new players after halftime in a bid to reverse the game's trajectory, Shaw's prowess was undeniable as she netted her second goal with a header.



Despite a late consolation goal for Liverpool, resulting from Taylor Hinds' long-range effort that deflected off the crossbar and Khiara Keating, Manchester City emerged with a crucial three-point lead in the league. With only four matches remaining, City's sights are firmly set on maintaining their top spot as they head into the international break.



After scoring the goals, Bunny Shaw took to Instagram to celebrate the accomplishment, she wrote, "Happy Easter from yours truly 🤭 🐰 . God is able 🙏🏾," as the caption for a slide that has multiple pictures of her celebrations.





Watch the match highlights below:



https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nBtNzTmZdNE

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7 Biggest Stories in Jamaica: March 2024

7 Biggest Stories in Jamaica: March 2024

With every month, there are new trending stories that leave a lasting impression on Jamaicans and March is no different. From celebrating new life with the birth of Miss Kitty's baby girl to shining the spotlight on the brilliance of Champs 2024, we take a look back at stores that made rounds online.



This top ten list was curated by yardhype.com. The following list will contain seven of this month's biggest stories in order of which took place first.



1. Miss Kitty Gives Birth 





Starting off our list, Khadine Hylton (Mrs. Wilkinson) popularly known as Miss Kitty shocked the country with one news after the other, first her marriage, and then her pregnancy. She then shared her pregnancy journey with the public (November 2023) with the baby's gender reveal in January 2024, and celebrating her daughter's birth on March 5, 2024. 



Initially, the public had suspicions of a rushed wedding because they believed the lawyer was pregnant, and while we are unsure the wedding was rushed due to this reason, the pregnancy rumours turned out to be true. However, many shared their congratulations on the birth of her baby girl and her first steps into motherhood.



2. Spice Defends Shenseea On Baddies Caribbean Audition 





Next up is the video of Spice defending Shenseea. Despite the alleged 'beef' between Dancehall artistes Shenseea and Spice, during an episode of the new reality show Baddies Caribbean (on which they are both judges), Spice stepped up to defend her fellow Jamaican woman when a contestant attacked Shenseea at the auditions. 



The contestant expressed her dislike for "bi**hes like you" and proceeded to throw a microphone and Spice reacted by rushing the contestant, however, they were kept apart by security.  



3. Baby Stolen From KPH





Closely following is the news of a woman in a wheelchair almost losing her baby for good at the Kingston Public Hospital when someone approached her under the guise of offering assistance only to abscond with the mother's eleven-day-old baby girl. 



Reports stated that the suspect had made friends with the couple before the incident took place. The baby was later found in Dunkirk, East Kingston. 



4. Juliet Holness Saga



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Number four on the list is the Juliet Holness House Speaker saga. The leader of the PNP (People's National Party) and the leader of the JLP (Jamaica Labour Party) presented their arguments in the 24/25 budget debate, and drama ensued.



At the recent parliamentary debate, the opposition leader, Mark Golding, seemed to imply that there has been some conspiracy to have the current Prime Minister's wife sworn in as the house speaker.



However, Holness defended his wife who was the deputy house speaker before being sworn in and poked holes into Golding's statements by showing proof that no one (including Golding) had any objections when Mrs. Holness was being sworn in and that the drama was just some form of diversion tactic.



5. Champs 2024





The annual ISSA/Grace Kennedy Boys and Girls Championships took place from Tuesday, March 19, to Saturday, March 23, and concluded with a spectacular win by all boys school Kingston College, and Co-ed Edwin Allen High School. 



This year's win represents KC's third consecutive win of the champs title, while Edwin Allen girls track team dominated the track to steal Hydel's throne.



6. Police Kill Man in St. Catherine (cover up?) 





When the shocking footage of a seemingly unarmed man being killed by members of the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) surfaced online, public outrage surged as citizens disputed the Police's statements that the individual was killed during a shootout with law enforcers.



Discrepancies in the police's report were noted as it was mentioned that the incident happened at night and that the deceased, Romario Sterling, was shooting at the police. Video evidence supports the family's claim that the victim was unarmed and cooperating when he was gunned down in cold blood. The incident is being investigated by INDECOM. 



7. Whisper & GF's Gender Reveal Party





Closing out our list is the controversy of footballer Dujuan Richards, known by the nickname Whisper, having a baby with his girlfriend. The news became public when footage of the gender reveal party was uploaded to social media.



Many are on the fence about the news as Whisper is only 18 years old and they believe he is still too young to be expecting a child. However, others are in support of him, some stating that fatherhood will keep him on the right track and that he is financially stable enough to become a parent. 



Honourable Mentions



Some stories that also created a buzz but did not make it on the list would be Queenie and Dowey's reunion, the restaurant chain Juici Patties opening a branch in the U.S. (United States), the Jayden Saga where the TikToker received backlash for making a joke about dating 12-year-old girls, and the 'funeral party' that saw people whining on each other as if at a dance party. 



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https://yardhype.com/7-biggest-stories-in-jamaica-march-2024/

Friday, 29 March 2024

Damion Crawford Gives Intense Speech Sparking Several Arguments - Video

Damion Crawford Gives Intense Speech Sparking Several Arguments - Video

Senator Damion O. Crawford, a member of the opposition, publicly criticized the current administration's strategies and results, particularly in handling crime and the education sector. His remarks, now widely circulated in a video, highlight a series of perceived failures by the ruling government.



Critique of Jamaica's Crime Management Strategies



In his speech that was uploaded online on March 29, Crawford expressed disillusionment with the government's persistent use of security measures, specifically the implementation of states of emergency across the island, which he argues have not yielded the intended results. Initially supportive of the government's approach, Crawford's stance has shifted due to what he sees as the ineffectiveness of these measures in curbing crime.



He accused the ruling administration of manipulating crime statistics, "numbers being fudged" a practice he claims is done to mislead the public, notably the claim was denounced in the House of Representatives by the JLP. Despite the government's increased expenditure on combating crime and violence compared to previous administrations, Crawford argues that the outcomes have not been proportional to the investment, labelling the government's actions in this area as "unacceptable."



The Issue of Law Enforcement Remuneration



A significant point of concern for Crawford is the compensation for law enforcement officers. He suggests that the low wages for police personnel are a contributing factor to the rising violence across Jamaica, indicating a need for a reevaluation of how law enforcers are rewarded for their service, especially for working overtime and working during a state of emergency.





Education Sector Concerns



Shifting his critique to the education sector, Crawford highlighted a troubling trend where students are graduating without the necessary qualifications to secure decent employment, including positions within the police force. He suggests that the current education system is inadvertently preparing students for a life of crime rather than offering them a pathway to constructive and lawful careers.



A Call for Accountability



Throughout his address, Crawford emphasized the need for the government to be held accountable for its policies and their outcomes. By pointing out the deficiencies in the current approaches to crime and education, he calls for a reevaluation of strategies to ensure they truly benefit the Jamaican populace.



Watch the video that is now making rounds online below:



https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YrrKWovGMh0

Check out an earlier speech below:



https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v0xJcPANuso

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