I-Octane Covers the March, 2014 Issue of L3 Magazine

I-Octane on the front cover. Exclusive to L3 Magazine, I-Octane shares his experiences in making his 2nd studio album entitled My Journey, including the pressures to keep making hit records.

He also responds to popular commentary about his work ethic, and where he would be without music.

Song River travels to Trinidad & Tobago to speak to the twin republics Rock band jointpop! It’s hard to believe that Rock comes from the Caribbean, but as far as jointpop’s fans are concerned, they don’t care.

Good music is good music! So how does a Rock band grow to international status?! This is a must read on how the band overcame a lot of ‘no’s!’

Most people know Idris Elba for his on screen performances in movies such as Mandela – Long Walk to Freedom, or Heimdell in the movie Thor or as Gordon Jennings in Takers. Few know that Idris began his career in Entertainment as a professional DJ, and we have his exclusive mix ‘Look with Your Ears’ Vol. 1 which takes fans on a 1 hour musical journey that leaves them wanting more. Ossie, aka Triple O Productions hails from the UK and is one of the most influential music producers on an international scale. 

He is not limited to one genre, and has experienced great success with 2Face Idibia, Beenie Man, Vicky Sola and more. He proudly represents a growing base of Naija enthusiasts and is at the top of his game. How does he bridge Dancehall, Pop and African music? 

We have the answers! Rohan Beckford chops up the musical movements of Hip Rock and Dancehall newcomer Lady Keyz, Kay Cunningham has beauty tips and advice, Ali Motamed reviews X-Box One’s Plants v. Zombies Garden Warfare and Ekow Minakow creates African Masks using Lego. Model of the Month, the true story behind U2’s “No Ordinary Love” and more available at www.L3Magazine.com!

Pepsi (Jamaica) Signs Konshens As Brand Ambassador‏

Pepsi has done it again! Jamaica's favorite cola has inked a deal with one of dancehall biggest and brightest stars, Konshens. Over the years Konshens has been building an arsenal of hits including 'This Means Money' 'Good Girl Gone Bad' featuring Tarrus Riley, 'Realest Song', 'Gyal A Bubble' and 'Do Sumn', just to name a few. Konshens has performed on almost every major reggae show across the world and has racked up several international and national awards.

According to Carla Hollingsworth Brand Manager Pepsi Konshens was the ideal choice as he is a perfect fit for the brand. "Konshens is an extremely talented, ambitious, young entertainer.

He has shown his skill on the stage and in musical circles he has demonstrated professionalism and dedication some of the attributes that we like to see here at Pepsi," Hollingsworth said.  

"He will be a part of the re launch for Pepsi Bubbla campaign, which we are ecstatic about. We will also have Konshens as the face of the Pepsi Music Platform for major events, Hollingsworth added. To celebrate this major signing Pepsi Jamaica will be re-introducing Pepsi Bubbla at $50 JMD for a limited time. "We are giving back to the consumers in a very special way. 

The product Jamaicans have come to love and enjoy has decided to 'tun up' the refreshment by re-introducing Bubbla at $50! We are excited about this and know consumers will be too," Hollingsworth explained. The Bubbla is a stylish 500ML bottle that is lightweight and has a slender grip for the convenience of consumers while boasting the same signature blue and red colors of Pepsi. 

It is available in all outlets in Jamaica. Currently, getting ready to release his second full length, worldwide album, title 'Hotel Room', Konshens is also gearing up to shoot the video for his first single.