News about Vybz Kartel

Due to efforts to bribe the jury during his appeal, a Jamaican dancehall performer who performed with Rihanna and Jay-Z has had his murder conviction dismissed

www.dailymail.co.uk, March 15, 2024
On Thursday, Vybz Kartel prevailed on his appeal in London's Commonwealth court after lawyers for the 48-year-old said his conviction was unconstitutional because of bribery charges at his appeal, which occurred over a decade ago. They argued that the judge incorrectly handled charges that one juror paid 500,000 Jamaican dollars (£2,533) to fellow jurors in order to request not guilty verdicts. Adidja Palmer, the musician's real name, is one of Jamaica's most well-known musicians, and she has collaborated with artists including Jay-Z, Rihanna, Digga D, and Unknown T.

BANS music and TV shows that glorify criminal activity, violence, opioid use, or firearms are endorsed in Jamaica

www.dailymail.co.uk, October 13, 2022
The ban, according to the government, is meant to narrow the scope of evidence that may'could give the incorrect impression that criminality is an accepted part of Jamaican culture and society.' Jamaican artists criticized the bill, claiming that it has taken populations affected by increased gun violence out of the discussion and that it would do little to reduce violence. Art imitates life, and the music comes from what is happening in Jamaica for good,' Stephen McGregor, a Jamaican Grammy Award-winning music producer and singer. But because it doesn't fit the social mould of what they would like it to look like, they try to prevent it from happening.' According to research center Insight Crime, the ban comes after years of struggle by the Caribbean nation to lower high levels of gun violence, causing Jamaica to have the highest murder rate in Latin America and the Caribbean last year. The order also stated that channels should not use 'urban slang' that has nothing to do with making money, wire transfers, building wealth, or a luxury lifestyle. It used specific words like: "jungle justice," "bank/foreign account," 'food,' "Molly,' 'purse,''molly,' and 'client.' In 2014, dancehall rapper Vybz Kartel, who was slammed for his 'obscene lyrics' that resulted in "nothing good,' was sentenced to life in jail for the murder of Clive "Lizard" Williams. However, he has continued to pump out music while being arrested.