Trinidad promoter takes Vybz Kartel to court over a busted festival. The lawsuit, filed by Jacho Entertainment in Trinidad and Tobago’s High Court, claims the dancehall star backed out of the One Caribbean Music Festival. Adidja Palmer, known as Vybz Kartel, acknowledged the situation after the filing, stating he would not comment further while the case was active.
Palmer indicated the contract required his full performance fee upfront, a condition he says was not satisfied. Jacho Entertainment disputes this, arguing that they had paid most of the agreed amount. The promoter states a remaining balance was held due to temporary banking issues, with funds ready for settlement upon the artist’s arrival.
The legal claim cites breach of contract and seeks significant financial damages. It states Palmer did not board his flight, with his team later demanding complete payment before travel. The event’s cancellation was announced publicly, causing major logistical problems as attendees had already gathered at the venue.
Jacho Entertainment alleges statements from the artist painted them as unreliable, worsening reputational harm. The company tried resolving the dispute through discussion and mediation before pursuing legal action. They are asking the court for monetary compensation covering alleged losses and the recovery of a substantial advance payment.
Palmer indicated the contract required his full performance fee upfront, a condition he says was not satisfied. Jacho Entertainment disputes this, arguing that they had paid most of the agreed amount. The promoter states a remaining balance was held due to temporary banking issues, with funds ready for settlement upon the artist’s arrival.
The legal claim cites breach of contract and seeks significant financial damages. It states Palmer did not board his flight, with his team later demanding complete payment before travel. The event’s cancellation was announced publicly, causing major logistical problems as attendees had already gathered at the venue.
Jacho Entertainment alleges statements from the artist painted them as unreliable, worsening reputational harm. The company tried resolving the dispute through discussion and mediation before pursuing legal action. They are asking the court for monetary compensation covering alleged losses and the recovery of a substantial advance payment.
