Dancehall-reggae singer Jamari is a firm believer in the power of the mind and what it can create with active faith.  Ever since he was a teenager, he loved music, however, when he saw the financial struggles of his parents, he was determined to make it in the corporate world but, as fate would have it, it is in the music industry where he has made a mark, showing that his dreams can become a reality.

This 22 year-old young blood is generating a major buzz in the world of dancehall-reggae with his breakout single, 'M.O.N.E Why' on the OD Records label.

"The song is in rotation four to five times a day on the radio in Jamaica, my friends are happy for me, whenever they hear the song on the radio, they call me, everybody is excited," he said.

Award-winning director Jay Will shot the video for 'M.O.N.E Why' last week in Montego Bay, Jamari is moving full speed ahead to kick off his own label, Reid Music.

"The video shoot was great, fancy cars, a yacht, pretty girls, it was a great look in the city of Montego Bay," Jamari said. 

Born Jamari Reid, he grew up in community of Falmouth Gardens in the Georgian town of Falmouth in Trelawny. He attended Cedric Titus High where he focused on academics, especially electrical engineering. Upon graduating, his parents were unable to source the funds for his tertiary education. His mother works odd jobs as a waitress while his father,  a well-known detective from kingston that worked in parish of Trelawny.

"When I left school, my parents said they would find the money to continue my education, but it was not to be. So I did the next best thing, I got a nine to five, first, I was a ramp attendant at an airport but my salary was small and any money I got, I gave to my granny and my mother," he said.

Frustrated, he decided to enter the training programme at a hotel as an entertainment co-ordinator.

"I did really well, my supervisors said my results during training was extraordinary , but in the end, I was never hired...it was very disappointing at the time but knew what is to be will be" he said.

Then fate struck in 2009. One night, he was out partying with friends when there was a deejay competition in the Falmouth square.

"The first prize in the contest was 50,000, and my friends pushed me to enter, I went up and did a freestyle and bussed the placed, and came second. I got 15,000," he said, laughing.

Emboldened by his good showing, Jamari then took off for Kingston, determined to link up with the most popular producer in Jamaica.  Fastforward a couple of years, and he recorded  the single , 'M.O.N.E Why' for OD Records in Papine, St. Andrew. Jamari then started to experiment with different genres, working to fine-tune a sound he dubs 'dancehall jazz'. Other songs such as the brilliantly conceived 'One More Time' and the spiritually-charged 'Me Believe' show that Jamari is one of the fierce young voices emerging out of dancehall-reggae today. Now, with the assistance of a mentor, Jamari is starting to put it all together. 

"My mentor saw something different in me, and in time we built a rapport.  My mentor realised that I have a true passion and talent for doing music and when she heard my songs, she saw something special. Music is my passion, so she has decided to help me fulfil that potential. I want to develop and create a whole new sound for dancehall. I have a vision and all I need is the right producers and the right team to make it a reality," he said. 

Open your mind. Jamari will follow.

Grammy nominated, Billboard chart topping and Icon of reggae and dancehall Bounty Killer and reggae artiste I-Octane have teamed up for a collab to called "Double Trouble".

Since Double Trouble spilled on the Internet, the song has garnered thousands of views via viral videos on youtube. The single was produced by Grammy award winner Buju Banton's eldest son Markus Myries who who heads his own successful Markus Records label and has been delivering a succession of hits productions who have charted both locally and internationally.

The Digicel and Busta soft drink brand ambassador I-Octane who has been busy in studio and with worldwide performances is gearing up for his new venture when he teams up with RepJA to launch shirt.

The I-Octane & Bounty Killer "Double Trouble" single produced by Markus Records is available on itunes and distributed by 21st Hapilos Digital.

The song called I'm In It, sees Assassin delivering his hard hitting lyrics to the beat of the multi-platinum and multiple time Grammy Award winner.

Assassin explained.

"Kanye's production was there working on a summer project and wanted some verses from dancehall artistes, and I was one of the artistes selected. I spat some verses, some with and some without music. I got a call in January and I was told he liked what he heard and I'd be hearing from them soon in order to do a bit more work. What it means for my career really is a reinforcement that I am a diverse artiste who isn't limited to a specific genre or type of music. I believe in being creative, and working with Kanye's team was one of those great opportunities," he told THE STAR, adding that he is open to any other such opportunities.

Assassin is currently booming on local radio stations with his current hit single Shell. The song is featured on JA Productions Afterlife rhythm.

Kanye West recently got his first child via his fiancé, sextape/ reality tv star Kim kardashian.

Dancehall artiste/promoter, Flippa Moggela, was involved in a near deadly car crash this morning in Manchester.

According to sources, the artiste was returning to Kingston from a party and was possibly under the influence of alcohol.

The artiste is said to be recuperating from his injuries. The repair the car is estimated to cost him millions.

Some people actually a rejoice mi hear? Don't be so quick to judge somebody... a life is a life... get well soon Flippa.

As summer approaches the battle for the season's break out single is intensifying with various dancehall/reggae artistes penning their versions in search of that illusive summer smash hit. ANG (Alliance Next Generation) recording artiste and protégé of dancehall legend Bounty Killer, Patexx has however narrowed the search after releasing what may be the summer anthem for 2013. Fittingly titled Red Party Cup the track was produced by Studio Vibe Production and is already enjoying heavy rotation on local and international radio as well as in the dancehall.

According to Studio Vibe Production's publicist Karl Durrant the label is keen on creating a buzz for the summer, "the plan is to officially introduce the label to the public this summer by releasing songs that are appropriate for the season and this track is one of them. Patexx is a very talented artiste and this song has a great hook that everyone can sing along to and the riddim is also fantastic so its definitely in the runnings for summer song of 2013 even though it's still very early in the season" stated Durrant.

Studio Vibe Production which is headed by producers Oliver Wright and Adrian Jones will be releasing another project in the middle of June entitled the Jet Stream Riddim which will feature artistes such as I-octane, Munga, Alkaline and new artist Sqeel.

Legendary production duo, Sly and Robbie are celebrating the release of their most recent project, The Rebel. The pioneers of rockers and Rub A Dub have fused their unique sounds with the vocals of dancehall bombshell, Danielle DI. The Rebel is Danielle DI's debut album, constructed to showcase her to the world.

"It's an immense opportunity to work with Taxi Records and One Pop Music. Sly and Robbie have worked with the best in the music industry on an international scale, from Britney Spears, Madonna, Mick Jagger, No Doubt to Grace Jones, Jimmy Cliff and Shabba Ranks, so I feel blessed. The tracks are very different, it's far from what you would expect from a dancehall artiste, its more world music. If you don't have a passion for genuine, authentic music you wont be able to comprehend or appreciate this one," Danielle DI exclaims.

Danielle DI is no new comer to the spotlight. Rorey Baker and the riddim twins produced one of her first tunes, Brown Girl featuring Beenie Man in 2006. Shortly after she scored her first hit in the European market with Ce'Cile, Turn Him On. Her breakthrough song on the local scene was the collaboration, Beat It with Vybz Kartel. Danielle DI has now embarked on a new journey. Her mission is to create a stable position in the forefront for her genre on a global platform.

Official distributor of The Rebel, Tads Records is also enthused about the release. CEO Tad Dawkins shared, "This is a power move by Sly and Robbie to utilize their expertise to carve the future. Success is our focus and therefore we wholly endorse this project." The Rebel is now available on iTunes, Amazon and all major music outlets.

At a press conference a short while ago, Burrell said following last night's 2-0 loss to Honduras, he had a meeting with Whitmore at 0100 hours in Tegucigalpa.

"Following that meeting, coach Whitmore took the decision to tender his resignation," Burrell said.

According to Burrell, the string of poor performances by the national team demands action. 

"A coach's tenure depends on the results. Admittedly, the results over the past months have not been good and hence I have, without any reservation, accepted coach Whitmore's resignation," he said.

However, Burrell has seemingly not closed the door on Whitmore.

"Coach Whitmore has gained tremendous experience and there are other areas in which that experience can be used. But as it relates to the Reggae Boyz team coach Whitmore has resigned as the head coach and will resign from that unit," he said.

Asked about the role of technical director Afredo Motessso, Burrell said it will take a few days before a decision is made.

"The technical committee and the JFF, in the next few days, will be discussing this matter as high priority," he said, in reference to the way forward following Whitmore's fallout.

In the meantime, Burrell says Jamaica still has a chance to qualify for the World Cup finals from the group of six teams.

"We're still in the qualifying, we still have in place the management staff and we will not want to dismantle the aggregation there," he said.

"All is not lost, there is still hope. Though it may be considered slim we still have a chance and will ask the public to continue supporting the programme."