Jamaica Gleaner – Entertainment News

• 5 Questions With Projexx & Juls June 12, 2026
  For singer-songwriter Projexx, music has always been a universal language. Growing up in Kingston, the recording artiste, born Johni (pronounced John-I) James, was exposed to a wide range of sounds from an early age. As the son of music producer Lloyd 'John John' James and grandson of the legendary Lloyd 'King Jammy' James, he comes […]
• Grammy Certificate Ceremony gets new name June 11, 2026
  Back 2 Da Future Music Limited has announced that its annual music recognition ceremony will move forward under a new name and expanded format as the Excellence in Music Ceremony 2026. Formerly known as the Grammy Certificate Ceremony, the event will return to Jamaica on September 15 at the Courtleigh Auditorium in New Kingston. The […]
• Carlene Davis, Ken Boothe remix hit ‘Why Me Lord’  June 11, 2026
  Almost 40 years after their original collaboration on the gospel song Why Me Lord, veteran singers Ken Boothe and Carlene Davis-Cowan have revisited the 1980s hit, remixing and reimagining it for a wider audience in a format that is not preachy but rich in spiritual power. The song was recorded in 1988 as part of […]
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• Hanover Festival Queen aiming to make history - Educator passionate about empowering youth June 11, 2026
  Fresh from her Miss Hanover Festival Queen win, Tracey-Ann Lewis is aiming to make history as the first representative from the parish to win the national Miss Jamaica Festival Queen title. For the 27-year-old teacher and laboratory analyst, the victory marks a milestone in a journey shaped by perseverance, service, and a passion for education.
• Sixth-former Etana Williams crowned Miss St Thomas Festival Queen 2026  June 9, 2026
  The parish of St Thomas erupted in celebration on Saturday, as 18-year-old Etana Williams was crowned Miss St Thomas Festival Queen 2026 at Colonel's Cove in Morant Bay. Williams, who wore the sash Miss Mike's Water Store, captivated judges and supporters alike, earning her not only the crown but also four of six sectional awards: […]
• Kenne Blessin wins new fans with 'Vice Versa Love' remake June 9, 2026
  Reggae singer Kenne Blessin is getting major props for his revisited version of Barrington Levy’s Vice Versa Love  –  the 1990s reggae favourite celebrated for its gentle groove and message of reciprocal love. "The response has been pleasantly surprising. People really appreciate the fact that I chose that song, and they keep telling me it […]