Tanola Jackson, Star Writer

Minister Babsy Grange crowns Baby Tash the first Magnum Queen of the dancehall while MC Scott Wilson looks on.

Singer Jah and Baby Tash made history after they were crowned winners of the first Magnum King and Queen of Dancehall. The coronation, a televised talent show, was held at Weekenz, Constant Spring Road, St Andrew.

Last Saturday night also marked the ending of a very lyrical and entertaining five-month show.

"I feel blessed and happy to be a winner. It's about having a talent and making use of it," Baby Tash told THE STAR minutes after she was declared the first 'Queen of the Dancehall'.

And a very excited Singer Jah said, "Give a lot of thanks to the almighty. I would like to also give thanks to the people, Magnum and Tru Juice."

The coronation was done by Hon. Olivia 'Babsy' Grange, minister of information, culture, youth and sports, and a cheque of $500,000 was presented to each winner by Gary Dixon, brand manager of Magnum.

Also included in the prizes were a music video, a single release and a custom-made Magnum signature ring.

Before the announcements, members of the audience were treated to several live performances, which included performances by previously eliminated contestants as well as surprise guest artiste Assassin.

The first to open the show was Melloquence. He was followed by DJ Chromaz and Koncious.

Real vibes

Singer Jah is understandably pleased with his win and his cheque for $500,000 after winning the Magnum King of the Dancehall title at the coronation held at Weekenz, Constant Spring Road, St Andrew, last Saturday. - winston sill photos

However, the real vibes started when Lushus took the stage bringing her usual loads of energy.

Next up was Medallion, followed by Mollo B, DJ and Doginal, each of whom gave a good performance.

Tellah earned the biggest forward for the night when she urged Monalisa 'fi tek weh di trophy', in a line from her song.

Day Injah performed his famous Instruments while displaying a few wining skills.

During the intermission, the dancers, choreographed by Kameica Reid, danced up a storm to Damion and Stephen Marley's The Mission.

Hosts for the night, Cherine Anderson and Scott Wilson, later surprised the crowd when they announced Assassin as the guest performer.

Assassin performed hit songs like Leave Us Alone, Don't Mek Mi Hold Yuh and quick piece of A Wah Do Dem Guy Deh.

There were clips showing each finalist's journey and a performance from each followed.

Baby Tash was first, doing Mix Up, which the crowd seemed to enjoy by singing along.

Monalisa boasted about her Latest Fashion, while Senita, dressed in his three-piece suit and equipped with a briefcase, sang of Paradise.

It was next Singer Jah who tore the place down with his song Girls A Rush Me. He later called on his brother Ginjah, and both performed Music Alone together.

Senita puts up a valiant fight but he was no match for the crowd's favourite Singer Jah.

Monalisa made it to the final two but was denied by Baby Tash.

Guest artiste Assassin rocks the crowd.