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SCOOP: Global Battle of The Bands Bahamas Introduces Bahamian Rock Band–Avante Guarden

RockStarReka — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 12:58:31 +0000

The Global Battle of the Bands Bahamas (GBOB) competition swings into full gear

NEW MUSIC: Puzzle On A Mission To Get You Guys To Vote In The Upcoming Elections w/ “Vote For Me”!!!

RockStarReka — Mon, 23 Jan 2012 17:03:33 +0000

. Always the 1st one to spot and take advantage of an opportunity, “Barefoot Bandit” artist–Puzzle Man is taking to the streets in a one man campaign to get Bahamians to vote in the upcoming general elections and in doing so, Puzzle intends to promote his latest release–”Vote For Me“. . According to Puzzle: . [...]

LOCAL SCOOP: Willis & The Illest, Ira Storr, Avante Guarden & Many More Join The Global Battle of The Bands!!!

RockStarReka — Sat, 21 Jan 2012 15:59:00 +0000

. With only six more days left to sign up for the all new–Global Battle of The Bands (GBOB) annual competition being held for the 1st time in The Bahamas; renouned groups including Willis & The Illest, Avante Guarden, Ira Storr, KB and many more have signed on for the exciting upcoming battle to vie for [...]

NEW MUSIC: Daddi Whites Drops “Need Me”!!!

RockStarReka — Sat, 21 Jan 2012 05:34:47 +0000

. Looks like everybody is swinging into the new year with new releases as Rapper–Daddi Whites dedicates his latest release to the jilted lovers entitled–”Need Me,” [LOL] A tale of a dude scorned! . Take a listen below… . . Feedback please and thank you!

NEW MUSIC: Chase Fernander Releases “Leave Me To Die” &….WELUVZIT!!!

RockStarReka — Sat, 21 Jan 2012 05:18:58 +0000

. Truly amazing!!! . Songbird–Chase Fernander kicked of the new year with the release of her Victor “V-Dub” Wilson–produced jam entitled–”Leave Me To Die,” a mid-tempo track strong in vocal delivery and melody. You haven’t heard of the 242′s latest musical addition you say? . Introducing Chase Fernander . Chase Fernander was born and raised [...]

VIDEO: MDeez, Puzzle & J.P. Performs At C.O.B’s Back-2-School Jam!!!

RockStarReka — Tue, 17 Jan 2012 21:35:02 +0000

. A few 242 artists came together to participate in The College of The Bahamas‘ Back-2-School Jam mini concert held on C.O.B’s grounds on this past weekend [Jan 16]. Performers included MDeez, Puzzle and J.P. . Spot the clips of the performances after the jump… . . . .

SCOOP: Roots & Culture TV Show Returns w/ All New Season This January!!!

RockStarReka — Tue, 17 Jan 2012 05:02:01 +0000

. If you haven’t already heard, word on the street is that the 1-hour Roots & Culture TV Show is prepping for a vibrant return via Cable 12 this coming January 28th, as the lady behind the Caribbean’s top music series–Nadine Thomas-Brown is currently filming with a new cast, new segments and a whole lot [...]

COMPETITION: Do You Have What It Takes To Compete Internationally & Win $100,000???

RockStarReka — Thu, 12 Jan 2012 12:09:57 +0000

. If you think you do, then enter the upcoming Global Battle of the Bands (GBOB) national competition for a chance to compete in the annual international band competition to be held this year in Romania and win $100,000. . The competition aims to find raw talent wherever it is and expose it to a wider audience. [...]

NEW MUSIC: Holiday & Sammi Starr Makes Us Feel “Brand New”!!!

RockStarReka — Wed, 25 May 2011 15:02:58 +0000

. The 242′s newest starlet–Holiday debuted her official lead single–”Brand New” in full on diradiocast recently, featuring strong sultry vocals over a soft mid-tempo Soulja Shaddy–produced beat complimented by crooner–Sammi Starr. And might we just say…the lady bust up in the joint strong with this one. . One thing’s for sure, this definitely will be [...]

NEW MUSIC: I-Rate Drops “Meditate (Bird’s Eye Riddim)”!!!

RockStarReka — Tue, 24 May 2011 17:13:47 +0000

. 242 artist–I-Rate drops new music on that (Bird’s Eye Riddim) entitled–”Meditate“. Listen as the culture crooner sings of meditation music on the Cyclone Entertainment-production. . Let us know what ya think… .

SNIPPET: Holiday Keeps It Soulful in “Brand New” Feat. Sammi Starr & Souljah Shaddy!!!

RockStarReka — Fri, 20 May 2011 16:18:16 +0000

. 242 budding star–Holiday introduces a breath of fresh air with the snippet release of her debut single aptly titled–”Brand New.” The Sammi Starr and Souljah Shaddy–assisted track, is described as a soulful lead to the singer’s upcoming introductory album. . Take a listen after the jump and let us know what you think…. . [...]

NEW MUSIC: I-Rate Releases “Fade Away” (Elite Riddim)!!!

RockStarReka — Tue, 17 May 2011 00:44:32 +0000

Nancy Cartwright, Irate JahSon liked this post . With everybody in the industry jumping on the new Coalition “Elite Riddim“, 242-artist–I-Rate adds his soulful island flavour to the beat on his all new–”Fade Away“. . Check out Elite’s latest installment and let us know your thoughts… . . Photo via: Scharad L Photography

NEW MUSIC: MDeez & Showtime Shaddy Take Shots At The Haters In “Millionaire”!!!

RockStarReka — Sun, 15 May 2011 17:12:13 +0000

. They run Shaddy HOT!!!! LOL . One of the 242′s hautest producers–Showtime Shaddy, answers the haters teaming up MDeez in the banging track entitled–”Millionaire.” Shaddy and Deez boast “You ain’t getting nothing no-na-na-na-na-na,” taking. They den cause Shaddy to jump on a track declaring: “You now rocking with the best, $2,000.00 a beat, that’s [...]

NEW MUSIC: Alex C Drops Haute New Banger–”That’s The Way” Feat. Eve!!!

RockStarReka — Thu, 05 May 2011 14:15:28 +0000

. 242/Interscope artist–Alex C is back once again with a hauter than haute follow-up to her recent banger–T.W.A.N.G! Mz. Christie seems to be sticking close to her Island roots (very smart) on the Caribbean flavoured new track–”That’s The Way,” for which the Bahamian pop princess enlists the services of veteran rapper–Eve. . The sound, the [...]

NEW MUSIC: Bodine, Tiko T, Ricardo Clarke, CJ Priest, Raquel Oliver & Many More (Bird’s Eye Riddim)!!!

RockStarReka — Sun, 01 May 2011 20:55:41 +0000

. The hautest sound out of the Caribbean at the moment comes courtesy of Cyclone Entertainment being the Bird’s Eye Riddim produced by J-Vibe and Cyclone and featuring some of the hautest caribbean artists including 242′s very own–Bodine, MDeez, Ricardo Clarke, Tiko-T, CJ Priest, Raquel Oliver and many, many more. . Bird’s Eye is the [...]

NEW MUSIC: MDeez Wants To Tell You What “Love Is”!!!

RockStarReka — Fri, 29 Apr 2011 15:49:31 +0000

. 242 artist–MDeez schools the masses in a quick lesson in love with his latest track entitled–”Love Is” on that Bird’s Eye Riddim sweeping across The Bahamas, The Virgin Islands, Jamaica, USA, Trinidad and Portugal. For your listening pleasure below… . . Your Thoughts???

NEW MUSIC: R.A.P.P Quelle Returns w/ “Eyes Closed (Remix)” Drop + Netherlands Scans!!!

RockStarReka — Thu, 21 Apr 2011 15:30:36 +0000

. After returning from his tour around the Netherlands, 242′s baddest lyricist–R.A.P.P. Quelle jumps back in gear with his latest European inspired mix over Kanye’s “Eyes Closed“, repping the 242 music and entertaining industry to the fullest. For those that rarely listen to the beat and pay close attention to what is said–here go new [...]

NEW MUSIC: Shephard Drops Something For The Ladies w/ “By The Way”!!!

RockStarReka — Tue, 19 Apr 2011 02:09:46 +0000

. We heard a new track entitled–”By The Way” by 242 artist–Shephard, that we’re just loving. The culture love ballard definitely a fresh addition to the rairwaves, with it’s radio frinedly lyrics over a smooth mid-tempo beat–leaves us wanting more from the crooner!!! . For your listening pleasure below… . . Your Thoughts???

NEW MUSIC: Duckie Gives Us Goosebumps w/ “I Will Survive” Leak!!!

RockStarReka — Fri, 08 Apr 2011 19:09:24 +0000

Reka Cartwright liked this post . We’re not even gonna try to front on this one, but everytime we hear this dude’s music we get goosebumps O_O . 242 thriller–Duckie is back, tricking out his new joint with a sample from Gloria Gaynor’s hit 70′s single–”I Will Survive.” Best compared to a Jigga or a [...]

NEW MUSIC: The Culture Coalition Presents–”The Elite Riddim”!!!

RockStarReka — Wed, 06 Apr 2011 22:59:16 +0000

. You’ve probably heard the noise in the market about the new “Elite Riddim” that seems to have nearly all the mayja 242 artists jumping at the chance to drop their 5cents in on the haute lovers tune. If you haven’t…. . According to the men behind the Riddim: Your favorite Bahamian Reggae artists are [...]

NEW MUSIC: Daddi Whites Feat. O2 –”I Wont Cry”!!!

RockStarReka — Tue, 05 Apr 2011 17:38:01 +0000

. Daddi Whites drops a new beat featuring Stypz’s–O2 entitled–”I Wont Cry” Whites go in on the mid-tempo club beat in memory of a friend gone to soon shedding light on today’s reckless violence. The rapper says about the uplifting new tune: “Hope this song brings joy to anyone who ever lost someone due to [...]

NEW MUSIC: Bodine & CJ Priest Offer Up Some Inspiration w/ “I Wont Give Up”!!!

RockStarReka — Tue, 05 Apr 2011 00:27:28 +0000

. You guys MUST hear this new track leaked from Island songstress–Bodine “Be” Johnson featuring singer/producer–CJ Priest entitled–”I Wont Give Up.” The track we were told, is not an actual single, but was created for commercial purposes; was Recorded, Mixed and Produced by Ray R Ewing of BuffBoo Records. . However, we got our grubs [...]

HAUTE EVENTS: Sosaman Kicks Off “Dreamland” Promo w/ Secret Listening Party!!!

RockStarReka — Mon, 04 Apr 2011 19:28:52 +0000

. Over the weekend, newly–appointed 102.9fm radio host/singer--Sosaman, kicked off his #FAMEFRIDAYS shindig alongside MzPapz (charged with giving you guys your weekly radio dose of gossip, news and entertainment) and the lovely Mz. LL (Leah Lowe). The night, preceded by Sosa’s secret listening party, for the highly anticipated–”Dreamland” album; was a mayja success with featured [...]

NEW MUSIC: Shalon Goes In On “Flow Show”!!!

SlimSexyKara — Sat, 02 Apr 2011 18:18:05 +0000

. 242 rapper–Shalon literally has the competition for dinner in the lyrically impressive new track entitled–”Flow Show“, in which the rapper that shots on local gamers and shines through the beat flowtastically ^.^ [our new word] The track is being offered up via Shalon’s M.Cube Records hosted mixtape–”Shalon…Dinner Time.” . For your listening pleasure below>>>>>>>> [...]

NEW MUSIC: K-Jae Feat. Sketch – “Put I Down”!!!

RockStarReka — Fri, 01 Apr 2011 19:24:26 +0000

. 242 crooners–K-Jae and Sketch show off their bedroom skills in the brand new collab entitled–”Put It Down” a smooth, mid-tempo, banger for all the ladies!!! We’re definitely loving the singer’s sensual vocals and dirty talk in this one. Take a listen after the jump… . . . Your thoughts???

NEW MUSIC: Raquel Oliver – “When love Comes Knocking,” Feat. Ching!!!

RockStarReka — Tue, 29 Mar 2011 16:36:46 +0000

. 242 songstress–Raquel Oliver returns with a brand new Island flavoured love jam on that ‘Elite Riddim‘ entitled–”When love Comes Knocking,” featuring Ching!!! . For Your Listening Pleasure Below…. . .

NEW MUSIC: Jay Complex Leaks “Words I Ever Say (Cover)” Feat. Ambria!!!

RockStarReka — Tue, 15 Mar 2011 18:28:10 +0000

. 242 artist–Jay Complex rocks out on his cover of Lupe’s hit single in–”Words I Ever Said” featuring singer–Ambria. While we obviously love the hard-edged rock beat and Jay does his usual going in with his unique flow…the chorus does leave much to be desired vocally!!! . Take a listen let us know your [...]

NEW MUSIC: Bodine Releases Motivational New Single–”Push”!!!

RockStarReka — Mon, 14 Mar 2011 21:56:12 +0000

. 242 artist–Bodine ‘Be’ Johnson is back with yet another island jam offered up from her forthcoming album–The BeComing. The motivational single aptly titled–”Push” is a production of Nassau’s very own talented producers–Rik Carey and Chris “Sketch” Carey. . For your listening pleasure below… . Continuing the theme of Bahamian sounds, visuals and writing, Bodine’s soul-searching [...]

NEW MUSIC: Kilo Grams Leaks Crazy Joint–”Who Are You” Feat R.A.P.P Quelle!!!

RockStarReka — Sat, 05 Mar 2011 04:10:43 +0000

. Beats featuring a line-up like Kilo Grams, R.A.P.P Quelle and Showtime Shady–of course one would expect nothing short of a good ass listening experience!!! However, the trio stepped into the kitchen and cooked up music magic with Kilo’s latest offering–”Who Are You.” . For Your Listening Pleasure Below… . .

VIDEO: In Case You Missed The 1st Annual Viral Movements Music Seminar….Check Out The Recap!!!

RockStarReka — Mon, 07 Feb 2011 19:58:28 +0000

Just in case you were unable to catch the ground breaking--Viral Movements Music Seminar, hosted in Freeport, Grand Bahama over the weekend, check out the quick video summary by Andre Cartwright; of Viral Movements' past and future plans from the coordinators of the event.

Plus check out the haute pics of the events' after party inside...

LOCAL EVENTS: #ViralMovements Makes A Splash In Freeport!!!

RockStarReka — Sat, 05 Feb 2011 18:40:56 +0000

The Viral Movements Music Seminar held in Freeport, Bahamas is well under way at the Pelican Bay Conference Center in Grand Bahama. The movement which aims to introduce the Entertainment Industry to the power of online media; giving artists, entertainers, journalists, bloggers, photographers and so on a rare opportunity for virtual and on-site interaction with influential leaders in music and entertainment. . Faces on scene...Photog--Schard L, Singer--Tada, R.A.P.P. Quelle, Riddim Cooper,Quilla Fang, PJ Sands and far to many to name, so check out the shots and clip of the event as it happens inside...

NEW MUSIC: Daddi Whites Drops “Round Here”!!!

RockStarReka — Thu, 03 Feb 2011 21:15:51 +0000

242 Rapper--Daddi Whites offers up some new material in the form of--"Round Here," take a listen let us know your thoughts!!! .

VIDEO: #ViralMovements Music Seminar Slated For Freeport!!!

RockStarReka — Thu, 13 Jan 2011 16:22:51 +0000

Calling all music, media and industry peeps....

. A quick word from the makers of #ViralMovements Music Seminar slated for Feb 5, 2011 in Freeport and will be hosted by Lioness Music Group--DIRadioCast.com--The DS3 Entertainment Group. Featured panelists include: Rock City, RAPP Quelle, DScantz, Sammie Starr, Tada, Africa Allah discussing the power of new media in 2011

EXCLUSIVE: Behind-The-Scenes Of Bahamian Rapper-Rapp Quelle’s “Get Use Too It” Vid!!!

Mz.Paparazzi242 — Sun, 14 Mar 2010 22:25:03 +0000

Bahamian Recording Artist--Rapp Quelle is on the grind with the crew at Ikonz Media for the making of his video for hit single--"Get Use To It"--dropped from his recently released mixtape--"Gorilla In Tims" in stores now!!!!

iCANDY: Released Pics Of Bahamian Singer K-Jae!!!

Mz.Paparazzi242 — Tue, 16 Feb 2010 22:05:49 +0000

Here’s some afternoon iCANDY for all you K-Jae fans!!!! Check out recently released pics of Bahamian Recording Artist–Keith “K-Jae” Hinsey courtesy of MWong Photography!!!! Enjoy

MUSIC ISH: Bahamian Rapper GoldenChild Goes Hard!!!!

Mz.Paparazzi242 — Sun, 14 Feb 2010 19:33:56 +0000

. Hard at work completing the video for “Music Keeps The Lights On“, Bahamian Rapper–Goldenchild–is already grinding on the video shoot for his latest track–”Ready For The World” alongside Rappers–Qilla Fang & Syda in the 954! GC–seems to be spitting out mad material and calling it rain baby!!! Keep up the good work dude, cause [...]

MUSIC ISH: NCity Remixes “Dancing In The Rain” w/ Ding Dong!!!

Mz.Paparazzi242 — Sat, 13 Feb 2010 19:08:00 +0000

. Yes you read correct!!!! We just got reliable info that our girls, Bahamian Recording Duo–NCity–is currently in studio as we type, working on the remix for their hit single that we love so much–”Dancing In The Rain“! And just who are the girls remixing the track with?!?! Well rumor has it that the remix [...]

SCOOP: So$a Man Invites You To His Video Shoot!!!

Mz.Paparazzi242 — Sat, 13 Feb 2010 16:44:46 +0000

. Bahamian Recording Artist gone international–So$a Man is inviting the general public to come out and be apart of his final shoot for the video of his hit track–”i Dream“– which has hit #5 on International Hip-hop charts on DJ Booth.net and is currently blazing up the radios!!! The shoot will be happening at Waterloo [...]

NEW VIDEO!!! Bahamian Rapper BIG AC drops “The Anthem”!!

Mz.Paparazzi242 — Thu, 04 Feb 2010 21:00:22 +0000

. More new music videos from the 242!!! It’s the official drop of the video from Bahamian Rapper–Big A C–for his hit single ” The Anthem“. And baby this is HAUTE!!!! A C ya did it baby….we are definitely LUVING this! I be hustlin’!!!! The songs tight…the videos tight y’all show our boy some LUV!!!

EXCLUSIVE!!! Bahamian Singer-Streetz New Jam Features Alicia Keys!!!

Mz.Paparazzi242 — Wed, 03 Feb 2010 20:26:09 +0000

. Can you freaking believe it!!! Bahamian Recording Artist–Streetz hits us with a BANGER–”I’m Ready” and AND it features International Superstar–Alicia Keys!!! Ya boy does it hard, cause the Jam is bad!!! When ask if he’s really Bahamian by Mz. Paparazzi 242….Streetz responds: “Yes lol…..im from the Bahamas, I’m a Bamboo snack eater, Junkanoo goer, [...]

MUSIC ISH!!! So$a Man Drops More Graphics for iDream!!!

Mz.Paparazzi242 — Wed, 03 Feb 2010 04:32:43 +0000

. Bahamian Recording Artist–So$aman drops new art for his very successful hit “iDream” featuring Rick Carey!!! As we told you yesterday, iDREAM landed at #5 on the Top 20 Independent Hip-Hop Charts at International Website–DJBOOTH.net! Check it out!!!

BAHAMIAN Jam Of The Day!!!

Mz.Paparazzi242 — Tue, 02 Feb 2010 20:17:11 +0000

. Check out Mz. Paparazzi 242‘s pick for “Bahamian Jam of The Day” is Bahamian Recording Artist–Najie Dun featuring Dano Relentless with their jam “Pray For You“. Enjoy!!!

OM Freaking G!!! So$aman Makes #5 On Top 20 Independent Hip-Hop Chart!!!

Mz.Paparazzi242 — Mon, 01 Feb 2010 20:49:04 +0000

OOoooo!!!! It just keeps on getting better for HAUTE Bahamian Recording Artist–So$aman!!!! Last week, we reported that So$a was being featured on international Hip-Hop DJ Website–DJBooth.Net?!?!?! Good news….after the ratings were tallied, So$a made #5 on “Top 20 Independent Hip-Hop Chart with his new joint–iDream!!! Beating out the likes of Rap sensation–Drake–who came in at [...]

MUSIC ISH!!! Bahamian Rapper Young J Drops Album Cover!!!

Mz.Paparazzi242 — Sun, 31 Jan 2010 23:26:35 +0000

. Check out the haute graphics on the cover of Bahamian Recording Artist–Young J–new album entitled “M3″ (Mind-Money-Music) that is set to drop very soon. Also see promo pics of the Artist himself done by Scharad L Photography! The artwork is sick!!!!!!!!!! . . .

MUSIC ISH!!! Rapper GoldenChild Takes Us Behind The Scenes Of “Music Keeps The Lights On”!!!

Mz.Paparazzi242 — Sun, 31 Jan 2010 22:14:34 +0000

. 242 Rappers are always on the grind and Bahamian Rapper–GoldenChild is no different. Hard at work on his next music video for his single “Music Keeps The Lights On“–GC gives us the behind the scenes look of what to expect from the vid!!! See pics below!!! . . [cincopa 10548034] .

HAUTE ITEM!!! Bahamian Artist TaDa says “Farewell, For Now”!!!!

Mz.Paparazzi242 — Sun, 31 Jan 2010 04:24:24 +0000

. One of the 242′s hautest Female artist–Terneille “TaDa” Burrowsis leaving for the open waters–having dominated the local scene, music-wise, Tada says that it’s now that time to take her show on the internationl stage–and we couldn’t agree with her more. According the Tribune–Tada is moving on but intends to keep to her roots and [...]

MUSIC ISH!!! Goldenchild Releases The Promo Cover For “I’m Straight”!!!!

Mz.Paparazzi242 — Thu, 28 Jan 2010 16:14:18 +0000

. More news in music!! Check out the new ‘Promo Cover” for Bahamian Artist–GoldenChild‘s new single from the highly anticipated “Join the League” mixtape “I’m Straight” featuring Scrubber Dogg. The graphics is tight…hope the tracks will be too!!!! Your thoughts?!?!?!?!

HAUTE NEWS!!! Bahamian Singer So$a Man Featured on DjBooth.net!!!!!

Mz.Paparazzi242 — Tue, 26 Jan 2010 16:31:44 +0000

. OMG!!!!This is BIG guyz & Dollz!!!!!!! Local Bahamian Rapper–So$a Man and his brand new joint “i Dream” are featured on the hit international Music Website–DJ Booth.net!!!! The likes of rappers like Drake, Kanye West and Lil Wayne are some of the names that have been featured and interviewed by the Website. So$a even gets [...]

MUSIC ISH’ Sindakid Releases Album Art!!!

Mz.Paparazzi242 — Mon, 25 Jan 2010 17:47:49 +0000

. Heads up guys!!! Check out the new album cover for Bahamian Artist Sindakid‘s latest Mixtape titled ‘The Return of Chucky‘! Thoughts!?!?!?!

EXCLUSIVE!!! Ricardo Clarke’s Album At Released!!!

Mz.Paparazzi242 — Wed, 20 Jan 2010 22:30:05 +0000

. Here-go the Artwork for Bahamian Singer–Ricardo Clarke‘s New Album–‘Not Settling’! Work done by brilliant photog and graphic artist (Bahamian of course) Scharad L. Lightbourne!!!