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Only You, a song from American rap superstar J. Cole’s new album The Fall Off, is built around the classic Drop Leaf riddim, produced by Jamaican hitmaker Donovan “Don Corleon” Bennett alongside Nigel A.
Jamaican singer Keznamdi has earned his first Grammy win, taking home Best Reggae Album for his sophomore album, BLXXD & FYAH, at the 2026 GRAMMY Awards.
Whine & Kotch, the 2012 collaboration between Charly Black and the late J Capri, was certified Silver by the British Phonographic Industry (BPI) on Friday (January 30).
Jamaican singer Naomi Cowan has secured her first-ever JUNO Award nomination, landing a spot in the “Reggae Recording of the Year” category for her debut album, Welcome To Paradise.
Kittitian artist Byron Messia has secured another accolade in Canada after Talibans II, his 2023 collaboration with Burna Boy, was certified Gold by Music Canada on Wednesday (January 28).
Sean Paul is mourning the loss of his beloved grandmother, Georgina K. Harrison. She was 101 years old.
Jamaican singer and first-time Grammy nominee Lila Iké has been tapped to perform in the opening number of the 2026 Grammy Awards Premiere Ceremony this Sunday, February 1.
Dancehall superstar Vybz Kartel has been confirmed as a headliner for the 2026 edition of Reggae Land, marking a major coup for what organizers are calling the festival’s “biggest edition to date.”
Dancehall superstar Sean Paul has achieved a career-defining milestone in the United States, officially earning his first-ever Diamond certification from the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA).
Dancehall star Konshens has secured his first Gold certification in Canada for Wine Pon You, his 2018 collaboration with American rap sensation Doja Cat.
Toni-Ann Singh, the 2022 collaboration between Afrobeats giant Burna Boy and Dancehall superstar Popcaan, is now certified Gold in Canada.
Dancehall star Vybz Kartel has responded publicly to a lawsuit filed by a Trinidad-based promoter over his no-show at a concert in May last year.
Kranium’s 2013 breakout hit Nobody Has To Know has officially struck Gold in the United Kingdom.
Reggae singer Skip Marley yesterday secured a nomination for the 57th NAACP Image Awards, marking his third time being recognized by the American civil rights organization.
Protoje is back with his seventh studio album, The Art of Acceptance, scheduled for a Spring 2026 release via In.Digg.Nation
Dancehall superstar Vybz Kartel has secured two nominations for the 2026 MOBO Awards, including a nod in the crowded ‘Best International Act’ category.
Lila Iké’s Treasure Self Love, Vybz Kartel’s Heart & Soul, Keznamdi’s BLXXD & FYAH, Mortimer’s From Within, and Jesse Royal’s No Place Like Home are the albums nominated for ‘Best Reggae Album’ at the 2026 Grammy Awards.
Sean Paul and Dua Lipa’s hit single No Lie has officially been certified triple Platinum in the United Kingdom.
Shabba Ranks’ 1992 single Mr. Loverman is now certified Silver in the United Kingdom, his first certification from the British Phonographic Industry (BPI).
Damian “Jr. Gong” Marley’s landmark single Welcome To Jamrock has officially been certified Platinum in the United Kingdom, nearly two decades after its release.