Vybz Kartel sweeps YVAs Award with 5 wins, while Alkaline wins 3

Vybz Kartel continues his dominance of the dancehall scene from behind bars.

The self-proclaimed “Worl Boss” won five awards at the 10th staging of the Youth View Awards (YVAs). The “Fever” hit maker who was nominated in seven categories, and has won awards for; Favorite Dancehall Artiste, Favorite Local Artiste, Best Collaboration, Best Summer Song and Top Chart Topping Song.

The vendetta deejay, Alkaline fell short after dominating playlists and charts in 2016, and was the top nominee in the 10th annual Youth View Awards (YVAs), secureing 10 nods in nine categories. Alkaline won 3 awards.

The YVAs was launched in 2008 with a mandate to appreciate the Jamaican entertainment culture, this year marking its 10th anniversary for the award show and was held at the National Indoor Sports Arena in St Andrew.

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