Dancehall, Reggae Can Co-exist With Afrobeats, Says Grammy Manager Len Brown
Len Brown, senior manager for Hip Hop, R&B, and Reggae at the Recording Academy, disagrees with the notion that Dancehall and Reggae are losing ground to Afrobeats.
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Pamputtae Celebrates Birthday In Style
Dancehall artist Pamputtae celebrated her 38th birthday in fine style. The It Good singer started the day off by posting some photos from an official shoot done at the infamous art walk in Downtown Kingston.
Interview: Grammy Manager Len Brown Urges Jamaican Musicians To Join The Recording Academy
Len Brown, Senior Manager of Hip-Hop, R&B, and Reggae at the Recording Academy, is imploring more Jamaican musicians to register with the organisation.
Steely & Clevie’s Reggaeton Copyright Lawsuit Faces First Major Hurdle In Court
One hundred and seven of the almost 170 defendants in Steely & Clevie Productions' copyright lawsuit filed three motions on Thursday (June 15) to dismiss the case.
Kevin Lyttle’s ‘Turn Me On’ Goes Double Platinum In The UK
Kevin Lyttle’s 2003 hit Turn Me On, which received a new remix in April 2023, is now certified double platinum in the United Kingdom.
Shenseea Reaches Settlement With Stephanie Sarley To End Copyright Lawsuit Over Music Video
Shenseea and her record label Interscope Records have reached a settlement with American visual artist Stephanie Sarley in a copyright infringement lawsuit over the Jamaican singer’s 2019 music video for her song Foreplay.
Jack Johnson Makes First Entry On Billboard Reggae Chart, Byron Messia Holds For Second Week
In Between Dub, a remix album by American singer Jack Johnson, has debuted at No. 4 on the Billboard Reggae Albums chart, while St.
Masicka Speaks On His Leap From Indie To Def Jam, Says Upcoming Album “Far Better” Than ‘438’
Dancehall artist Masicka says his decision to sign with Def Jam Recordings — although a long and winding one — was for the betterment of his career.
Ishawna, Lil Nas X Link Up For Karaoke At Ed Sheeran Concert In NJ
Dancehall artist Ishawna had a fun-filled weekend after performing alongside American rapper Lil Nas X during a karaoke session backstage at Ed Sheeran’s ongoing Mathematics tour in East Rutherford, New Jersey.
Vybz Kartel Takes Jamaican Government To Court Over Alleged Breach Of Constitutional Rights
Incarcerated Dancehall artist Vybz Kartel has decided to pursue legal action against the Jamaican government over the Department of Correctional Services’ (DCS) decision to place him in solitary confinement.
Kemar Highcon Returns With New Song ‘Grand Theft Auto’ After Florida Arrest
Dancehall artist Kemar Highcon has made his grand return with a track called Grand Theft Auto, inspired by the felony charge he’s currently faced with in Florida following his arrest in May.
Dua Lipa Scores A Win After Florida Reggae Band’s Copyright Lawsuit Is Dismissed
British singer Dua Lipa and Warner Records have emerged victorious in a copyright infringement lawsuit against South Florida-based Reggae band, Artikal Sound System, who accused her of pirating a song of theirs and remaking it into her hit song Levitating with rapper DaBaby.
Spice Says Dancehall Is Not Hyper-Sexual
Queen of Dancehall Spice has countered critics who believe that Dancehall is hyper-sexualized. Speaking with ABC on Tuesday (June 6) for Black Music Month, the Romantic Mood singer says the genre and its themes are merely cultural expression.
Alborosie’s ‘Destiny’ First Week Album Sales Are In
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Konshens, Christopher Birch’s ‘Bruk Off Yuh Back’ Certified Silver In The UK
Dancehall artist Konshens has earned his first Silver certification in the United Kingdom with his 2016 hit, Bruk Off Yuh Back.
Spice, Busta Rhymes Get Sentimental At First Reunion Since Her Health Scare
Queen of Dancehall Spice and American rapper Busta Rhymes had a heartfelt reunion after her health scare in the Dominican Republic a few months ago.
Wu-Tang Clan’s RZA, Raekwon Pay Homage To West Indian Culture And Reggae Music
Members of the legendary rap group Wu-Tang Clan expressed a great desire to visit and revisit (in some cases) Trinidad and Tobago, while also paying homage to West Indian culture and creativity as a whole.
Byron Messia’s ‘Talibans’ Makes Debut On The UK Singles Chart
St. Kitts Dancehall artist Byron Messia has made his first entry on the UK Singles chart with his hit song, Talibans.
Projexx Returns With Giggs And Marksman For ‘Top Speed’: Watch
Dancehall artist Projexx has returned with Top Speed, a bass-heavy track featuring UK rapper Giggs and fellow Jamaican artist Marksman, released on Friday (June 2).
Dancehall Producer Miller 9 For Pre-Trial Hearing Over California Home Invasion-Murder
Dancehall producer Omar “Miller 9” Miller will soon face trial for a 2019 home invasion robbery and murder in Irvine, California, DancehallMag has learned.