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Dancehall icon Don Yute has joined forces with reggae legend Half Pint to create the Afrobeats-infused track ‘Beautiful Girls,’ which has been dominating the airwaves since its recent release. The single, produced under the Manatee Records-Golden Child Records labels, has garnered significant attention, particularly on platforms like Spotify in Europe and Boomplay in Africa.

Don Yute shared the spontaneous creative process behind the song, recalling how Half Pint effortlessly contributed to the track during a studio session. ‘We just started cooking it up on the spot,’ he said, praising Half Pint’s legendary vocal prowess and adaptability to the uptempo rhythm. The collaboration has been described as a dream come true for Don Yute, who admires Half Pint’s contributions to reggae music.

Plans for a music video are already in motion, with fans eagerly anticipating its release. The track has resonated particularly well with female listeners, who appreciate its unique sound. ‘Beautiful Girls’ is one of the lead singles from Don Yute’s upcoming album, ‘Butterflies and Daisies,’ which will be celebrated with a release party in Miami on October 26. The event promises a nostalgic house party vibe, with the first 50 attendees receiving a free thumb drive of the album.

The album features other tracks such as ‘Live Life,’ ‘Pop It Like a Bottle,’ ‘Diamonds and Pearls,’ and the title track ‘Butterflies and Daisies.’ Don Yute, known for his 1993 hit ‘Loving Excess’ with Wayne Wonder, has solidified his place in dancehall history as a pioneer of the 1990s era. His career has spanned decades, with collaborations with artists like Akon, Pitbull, and Jermaine Dupri, as well as placements in NBA games, movies, and TV series.

Despite his extensive achievements, Don Yute remains passionate about creating music that transcends cultural boundaries. ‘What’s next for me is just to keep dropping different sounds on digital platforms,’ he said, encouraging fans to follow his work across all digital channels.

In 1994, Barry White’s sultry hit ‘Practice What You Preach’ dominated the U.S. pop charts, marking a significant comeback for the legendary artist. A year later, a reggae rendition of the song introduced Mikey Spice, then an unknown singer, to the dancehall scene. Now, three decades later, Spice credits the Barry O’Hare-produced track for sustaining his career and livelihood. In a recent interview with Observer Online, Spice humorously remarked, ‘It’s done a lot. I have frequent meals, I live somewhere, I have clothes on my back, my kids are fed.’ He added, ‘It was a good one, I didn’t expect it, as a matter of fact, but it came and we accepted it.’ Known for his distinctive baritone, Spice is set to perform on October 11 at the Crown Hill Theatre in Brooklyn, New York, followed by a gig at the Prestige Palace in Freeport, Long Island, the next day. Before ‘Practice What You Preach,’ Spice gained recognition as a singer and multi-instrumentalist on the North Coast hotel circuit, a hub for emerging talents like Benjy Myaz and Paul Kastick. His collaboration with O’Hare, a renowned studio engineer in Ocho Rios who worked with artists such as Burning Spear and Buju Banton, proved pivotal. The song marked O’Hare’s first major success as a producer before his passing in 2020. Spice continued his rise with the 1995 hit ‘Born Again,’ produced by Bobby Digital, and has since consistently charted with tracks like ‘Grab yu Lass’ and a cover of Neil Diamond’s ‘I Am I Said.’

Puerto Rican music sensation Bad Bunny, born Benito Antonio Martínez Ocasio, delivered a bold response to right-wing critics of his upcoming Super Bowl halftime show during the season premiere of ‘Saturday Night Live.’ The artist, known for blending reggaeton, rap, Latin trap, and pop, recently concluded a highly successful residency in his homeland, Puerto Rico, a U.S. territory in the Caribbean. Earlier, Bad Bunny had expressed concerns about his fans facing immigration raids under former President Donald Trump’s policies, leading him to avoid mainland U.S. tour dates. His announcement as the Super Bowl headliner sparked backlash from conservative commentators, who questioned the NFL’s decision to feature a Spanish-speaking artist who previously avoided the continental U.S. During his ‘Saturday Night Live’ monologue, Bad Bunny humorously addressed the criticism, stating, ‘I’m very happy and I think everyone is happy about it, even Fox News.’ He emphasized the significance of his performance for Latinos in the U.S., declaring in Spanish, ‘Our footprints and our contribution in this country — no one will ever be able to take that away or erase it.’ Switching back to English, he quipped, ‘If you didn’t understand what I just said, you have four months to learn.’ The Super Bowl is scheduled for February 8, 2026, in Santa Clara, California. The NFL’s partnership with Roc Nation, founded by Jay-Z, has influenced the selection of high-profile halftime performers, including Jennifer Lopez, Shakira, and Rihanna, in recent years.

Reggae artist Junior Kelly has attributed his career breakthrough to his timeless hit, ‘If Love So Nice,’ which continues to resonate with audiences worldwide. Originally recorded in 1998 and officially released in 2000, the song has become a cornerstone of his musical journey. In a recent interview with the Jamaica Observer, Kelly shared how the track significantly altered his life, bringing him global recognition, financial stability, and opportunities to collaborate with renowned producers and record labels such as Jet Star and VP Records.

On the picturesque shores of Montego Bay, Jamaica, a groundbreaking architectural marvel is taking shape. The Pinnacle, a visionary development comprising four crystalline towers and a collection of villas, is more than just a luxury enclave—it is a bold statement of Jamaican modernism. Designed by architect Isaia Madden, the project seamlessly integrates with its natural surroundings, blurring the lines between land, sea, and sky. The towers, named Swallowtail, Canary, Hummingbird, and Phoenix, rise like sculptural totems, their glass façades reflecting the Caribbean light and trade winds. The Pinnacle’s design philosophy emphasizes openness and porosity, with hurricane-resistant glass walls, generous balconies, and natural materials like porcelain tiles and woven fibers. In a historic first for Jamaica, Towers 2 and 3 will debut as branded residences, while Tower 4 will operate as a hotel under Accor Ennismore, a global leader in lifestyle hospitality. This partnership positions Jamaica within an elite network of design-led destinations. The Pinnacle redefines Caribbean luxury, focusing on clarity of form, space, and light rather than ornamentation. Residences range from compact apartments to sprawling penthouses, each designed to capture the energy of sunrise and the tranquility of sunset. Developer Yangsen Li of LCH Developers describes the project as transformative, driven by Madden’s visionary talent. The Pinnacle is not just a development; it is a celebration of beauty, culture, and the Caribbean spirit, offering residents a daily experience of architectural brilliance and natural harmony.

KINGSTON, Jamaica — Renowned gospel artist Kevin Downswell has expressed his gratitude and joy after securing six nominations at the prestigious Sterling Gospel Awards. The event, set to take place this Saturday at the Emmanuel Apostolic Church in Portmore, St Catherine, honors excellence in Caribbean gospel music and ministry. Downswell’s nominations span multiple categories, including Male Artiste of the Year, Local Hit Producer of the Year, Local Hit of the Year, Collab of the Year, Most Rated Event of the Year, and Video of the Year.