Pulse InvestmentS Limited, organisers of the ‘Rock the World’ fashion, beauty and concert series has decided to withhold 25 per cent of Spragga Benz’ performance fee, claiming that his actions on stage on Wednesday were in breach of the profanity clause in his contract.

The clause reads: “ARTISTE will not use expletives, profane or indecent language as defined by Jamaican law during performance. ARTISTE recognises that the use of such language or other indecent behaviour will cause damage, loss or harm to the PURCHASER and agrees to compensate PURCHASER accordingly. The 50 per cent balance of the ARTISTE fee will be paid immediately after ARTISTE performance on condition that the ARTISTE complies with the terms of this agreement.”

However, when contacted, neither artiste or booking agent had full knowledge of Pulse’s decision.

“Dem probably contact Headline (Entertainment) but out of respect fi dem (Pulse), mi haffi guh find out what is what first before really making any comment,” Spragga said.

When asked which songs he performed, Spragga said, “Mi not even know, mi haffi guh review di tape cause yuh done know seh when yuh deh pon stage, yuh deh in a different world.”


unaware of matter

Jerome Hamilton of Headline Entertainment, booking agents for Spragga Benz, said he was not aware of the matter either but promised to get back to The Star.

“I don’t know, I would have to investigate it and call you,” Hamilton said.

The release issued on behalf of Pulse further stated that the company wished “to categorically express its disapproval of the use of profane and offensive language by popular entertainer Spragga Benz, at Wednesday’s opening night of the event, held at the One Love Jamaica Village, New Kingston.”

Apology to public


“Further, Pulse wishes to apologise to the members of the public in attendance as well as the sponsors of the event, for what it considers to be inappropriate behaviour at an event billed as the ‘best of the best’ of Jamaica’s talent, creativity and entertainment. Benz’ profanity was particularly unfortunate, as it marred a well-executed production of excellent performances from Jamaica’s outstanding singers and DJs Richie Spice, Beenie Man, Ninja Man and Shaggy.’

Pulse officials say that they are reminding all entertainers performing at Pulse events, especially the current Rock the World series, that it will enforce its agreements so as to ensure that events are both entertaining and in good taste.
The Rock the World concert will end on Sunday, March 18, with performances from Buju Banton, Sizzla, Tanya Stephens and Tessanne Chin.<