Jamaican Singer Ernie Smith Dies Two Weeks Short Of 81st Birthday
Singer-songwriter Ernie Smith, famous for his deep baritone voice and smooth, easy-listening style, passed away on April 16, 2026.
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Recording artiste Espappi has been creating waves with his single Wiggle N Tickle. The catchy song was produced by Ragz to Richez and released on March 6.
Week.day, 450 Release New Track “Bounce”
As Easter Weekend gets underway, popular producer Jahvanie “Week.day” Morrison and dancehall artiste 450 have released a song for the ladies titled Bounce on April 3.
Dancehall Artist 450 To Release Condom Brand ‘4intimacy’
Dancehall artist 450 will be launching his very own condom brand called 4intimacy. The brand features three condoms—curated for different users’ preferences and needs—named after some of his tracks.
Vybz Kartel Wins ‘Best Caribbean Music Act’ At 2026 MOBO Awards
Dancehall superstar Vybz Kartel has won ‘Best Caribbean Music Act’ at the 2026 MOBO Awards, securing his first competitive win at the UK-based ceremony a year after receiving its Impact Award.
Chronic Law Released From ICE Custody
Dancehall star Chronic Law has been released from U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) custody after spending more than two months detained in the United States.
Rygin King Lands In ICE Custody As New York Gun Case Drags On
Dancehall artist Rygin King, whose real name is Matthew Smith, has been taken into custody by U.S.
Week.day, Imotionz Trend With “Pretty”
Popular dancehall producer Week.day has another viral track on his hands. This time, it’s Pretty by recording artiste Imotionz.
Veteran Producer-Publicist Ralston Barrett To Release New Compilation Album
Veteran music publicist and producer Ralston Barrett is set to release a brand‑new reggae one‑drop rhythm project titled Jailhouse Set Me Free Rhythm Vol.
Maxi Priest, Bugle Team For New New Song ‘Love Again’
Reggae star Bugle has high hopes for his latest single, ‘Love Again’ featuring reggae superstar Maxi Priest.
Sean Paul’s ‘Timeless Tour’ Draws Arena-Sized Crowds Across Europe
Sean Paul is still filling large European venues in 2026, a reminder that more than two decades into his career, he remains one of Dancehall’s strongest live draws outside the Caribbean.
Bounty Killer To Be Honoured With Generational Impact: Guardian Of The Culture Award
Rodney ‘Bounty Killer’ Price will be given the Generational Impact: Guardian of the Culture Award this year for his outstanding charitable contributions, his impact on dancehall music, and for being a fearless advocate for the disenfranchised.
Samuel K. Golden Seeks To Inspire And Heal With Fusion Album, ‘Therapy For The Heart’
Fusion artiste Samuel K Golden is quickly carving out a reputation for pioneering a fusion of spoken-word poetry with modern alternative pop structures.
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