Check out this collabo with Wyclef and Mavado. The song is on available on iTunes. Proceeds to benefit Haiti relief efforts.
Posted by: Red Carpet Shelley
on Feb 03, 2010
The undisputed King of the Dancehall, Beenie Man, is again being targeted by gay rights activists for homophobic mus ic. 
Beenie slated t o perform in New Zealand at the Big Day Out concert has been protested by gay rights activists. The activists even set up a Facebook page encouraging attendees to disrupt Beenie's set if he is allowed to perform. Red Carpet Shelley has just learned that the promoters have indeed removed Beenie Man from the line-up as a result of the protests.
I think its unfair because I have seen Beenie perform countless times over the past couple of years and cannot recall seeing him perform any of the lyrics in question. Also, he reportedly signed a document a few years ago agreeing not to perform these songs yet its still not enough...Here's the statement from the show's promoters:
The Producers of Big Day Out have decided not to proceed with the proposed engagement of Jamaican Reggae performer Beenie Man for the Jan 2010 show.Although aware of the controversial nature of Beenie Man and his previous lyrics that have caused offence with the Gay and Lesbian and wider
Posted by: Red Carpet Shelley
on Nov 14, 2009
Looking a bit Sharon Stone in "Basic Instinct", a very poised Rihanna discussed all the details of her beating at the hands of her ex-boyfriend, pop star Chris Brown. The interview with Diane Sawyer aired Friday on 20/20. Rihanna has drawn her line in the sand - she is not a victim! She has made it clear that she is "strong" and would not take part in continuing an abusive relationship. The 21 year old singer admits that she still cares for Chris Brown and it is very apparent however her resolve to move forward is even more pronounced. Rihanna said "Eff Love,....Love is So Blind". Pop the hood and watch the video...
Posted by: Red Carpet Shelley
on Nov 07, 2009
For the first time ever, the Soul Train Awards recognized the genre of reggae music. Big ups to the producers of the show for recognizing the significance of reggae music in America and, indeed, all over the globe. A huge congratulations to pop dancehall king Sean Paul. Sean Paul won the first ever award for Reggae Artist of the Year. Big ups to the other nominees in the category included Serani, Ziggy Marley, Taurus Riley and Mavado. By the way, check out Sean Paul episode's on A&E Sessions this Sunday, Nov. 8 at 9AM (its a re-broadcast in case you missed it). Sean Paul is pictured above during his recent visit to the Mo'Nique Show. The interview with Mo'Nique will air on November 10 at 11PM EST.
Posted by: Red Carpet Shelley
on Nov 04, 2009
