Joel Chin, a member of the legendary VP Records family, was shot and killed last night in Jamaica

The Dancehall/Reggae fraternity is in mourning following the news the VP Records producer, Joel Chin was murdered in front of his Stony Hill, St Andrew home on Tuesday night. Reportedly, Chin was surrounded by gunmen as he exited his vehicle in front of his home and shot several times by the men. He was later taken to hospital but was pronounced dead on arrival. He was just 35 years old and is survived by his mother Juliette, his father Clive, his newborn daughter, two brothers, and three sisters.

Chin is the grandson of VP Records founder, Vincent Chin and nephew of the New York based label's owners, Chris and Randy Chin. Following in his family's lineage, Joel became heavily involved within the Jamaican music industry in the 1990s; helping to launch the careers of many Dancehall/Reggae heavyweights such as T.O.K, Wayne Wonder, Sean Paul, Sizzla, Etana and several others. He also was instrumental in the annual Reggae Gold album series by VP Records which is a compilation of the year's biggest, chart-topping Dancehall/Reggae singles.

Chin's greatest achievement as a producer was during his time with Sean Paul; working on Sean's debut album, Dutty Rock that later sold over 7 million copies worldwide. Two years ago, Joel returned to Jamaica; opting to focus more on the local music scene & developing young talent within the Jamaican music industry. During the last two years, Joel wrote hit singles for the aforementioned Etana as well as the "Energy God," Elephant Man and many other artistes.

Funeral arrangements for Chin will be announced at a later date.

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Rreports state that Joel was shot as he drove up to his apartment in Stony Hill, St Andrew. JA

33-year-old Chin was reportedly killed in his driveway. Joel is the grandson ov VP Records founders Pat and Vincent Chin.

Leaves behind his parents, a one-month old baby girl, his girlfriend and a host of relatives and friends Joel will be truely missed.

We send out our condolences to the Chin family on this unlawful and tragic loss.

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Comment by shawna on August 18, 2011 at 5:14pm: its called shottas documentary i beleive

Comment by shawna on August 18, 2011 at 5:13pm: sad. condolences to the fam. the the changed his age twice up here. and i do remember seeing him behind the sences in "shottas"

Comment by Cheron Whittaker on August 18, 2011 at 11:30am: So sad... so young.

Comment by King Biggs on August 18, 2011 at 11:26am: Condolences to the Entire Chin Family, Joel was a good yute, well humble, me and him would reason in the Shop when I went to Buy Records back in the early 90's... very sad to hear this News and hopefully they can find out something ....

Comment by Tonia C. Martin on August 18, 2011 at 10:37am: My condolences to the Chin family. When will these senseless killings stop!

Comment by andrew brown on August 18, 2011 at 10:28am: RIP Joel Chin. He was an OFFICIAL friend and an all around great guy! For everyone who doesnt know, Joel did the music score for the movie "Shottas" along with Various other musical ventures. My brother introduced me to him about 10 years ago at HCF recording Studios, in Freeport L.I.. He was always a nice, humble guy who would go out of his way to look out for the next man/ woman. You will be sorely missed BIG DOG. My condolences go out to the entire Chin family and the VP records crew. Whoever is responsible for this will get whats coming to them.

Comment by man from ochi on August 18, 2011 at 10:25am: REST IN PEACE BROTHER.U'LL B MISSED

Comment by BUG on August 18, 2011 at 10:15am: RIP JOEL, He use to hang out at Symbol Studio in Queens, before he move to Jamaica. He is a Cool Person! Wow I can't believe it! I dedicate my song to him "Life Is..." Bless http://soundcloud.com/l-119/bug-life-is-best-of-bug