Tony Rebel Says Rastafari Remains Relevant In Reggae Despite “California Takeover”

Reggae/Dancehall veteran Tony Rebel says in spite of what is being touted as the California takeover of Reggae music, the influence of Rastafari on the genre remains relevant, and Jamaican…

MOBO Awards 2023: Nominees For ‘Best Caribbean Music Act’ Revealed

Jamaican artists Shenseea, Popcaan, Byron Messia, Kabaka Pyramid and Valiant, and Trinidad singer Destra Garcia have been nominated for 'Best Caribbean Music Act' at the upcoming 26th edition of the…

Stick Figure, Collie Buddz Earn First Gold Certification In US

Smokin' Love, a 2014 collaboration between American Reggae band Stick Figure and Bermudian Reggae singer Collie Buddz, was certified Gold in the United States last month. The Recording Industry Association…

The 2023 Welcome To Jamrock Reggae Cruise: In Photos

The Welcome to Jamrock Reggae Cruise, founded by Damian “Jr. Gong” Marley and his manager Dan Dalton, recently wrapped up its 8th successful voyage, entertaining 4,375 Reggae and Dancehall enthusiasts…

Ruger Covers Gyptian’s ‘Wine Slow’: “My Favorite Song Of All Time”

Nigerian Afrobeats artist Ruger added a Jamaican twist to his recent Apple Music London Sessions performance shared on Wednesday. The young star performed slick renditions of his hits Asiwaju and…

Bob Marley And The Wailers’ ‘Selassie Is The Chapel’ Hits Streaming For The First Time

The Bob Marley and the Wailers’ single Selassie is the Chapel has been released on all digital platforms for the first time ever by JAD Records. Additionally, a release from…

Redman On Sanchez’s ‘Old Friend’: “I Never Liked This Cover Thing, Enuh”

Reggae singer Sanchez stands out for his unique approach to covering songs by both local and international artists. His rendition of Phyllis Hyman's 1986 hit Old Friend was a prime…

Ashanti Turns Heads Dancing To RDX’s ‘Jump’ 

American singer Ashanti turned heads at the club on Friday night (December 8) as she danced to the Dancehall single Jump (2012) by Jamaican duo RDX.  The 43-year-old R&B sensation,…

Renee 6:30 Releases ‘Demarsha’ Diss Track Aimed At Demarco

It’s apparently "drag Demarco" season, and it’s Renee 6:30’s turn. The dancer-cum-artist released Demarsha after their recent dustup over the success of his 2014 Puppy Tail hit, named after her…

Masicka’s ‘Generation Of Kings’ Debuts On Two Billboard Charts

Masicka's sophomore album, Generation of Kings, has debuted on two Billboard charts. Billboard revealed on Tuesday that the 17-track album opened at No. 2 on the weekly Reggae Albums chart, which ranks the most…

Nicki Minaj Tells Fans Who Don’t Like Dancehall To “Get With It”

Rap superstar Nicki Minaj has a soft spot for Dancehall music, but not all Barbz feel the same.  Her newly-released Pink Friday 2 album bears the Dancehall track Forward From…

Masicka’s ‘Generation Of Kings’ First Week Album Sales Are In

Masicka's Generation of Kings, his first album under Def Jam Recordings, will make a strong debut on the Billboard Reggae Albums chart tomorrow. Released on December 1, the 17-track album…