How Did Dancehall Artist Nigy Boy Become Blind?

Jamaica-born, New York-based Dancehall singer Nigy Boy has shed light on his remarkable journey from premature birth and blindness to academic success and musical stardom. Nigy Boy's story started with…

Sean Paul Joins Jennifer Lopez For A ‘Dutty Remix’ Of ‘Can’t Get Enough’

Sean Paul has joined Jennifer Lopez for yet another remix of her song Can't Get Enough, adding the New York singer to his extensive list of female collaborators. The song,…

Tanya Stephens Recording Live Version Of ‘Gangsta Blues’ For 20th Anniversary

Today marks 20 years since the release of Tanya Stephens’ critically-acclaimed fifth studio album, Gangsta Blues, and she’s doing it big.  Referring to the VP Records/Tarantula Records recording as “an adult…

The Story Behind The Song: Anthony Red Rose’s ‘Tempo’

Dancehall singer Anthony Red Rose says it was legendary music producer and sound engineer King Tubby who urged him to officially voice his 1985 breakout hit Tempo while predicting that…

Sean Paul’s ‘The Trinity’ Album Certified 2X Platinum In The US

The Trinity, Sean Paul's aptly titled third studio album, is now certified 2X Platinum in the United States. According to the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA), the album reached…

Red Rat “Left Out Of The Equation” In Chris Brown Settlement Over ‘Tight Up Skirt’

Dancehall artist Red Rat appears to have been "left out of the equation" in a copyright infringement lawsuit against American singer Chris Brown, according to his attorney, Merrick Dammar. The…

Interview: Sevana On SXSW, Going Indie And Her International Journey

One of Jamaica’s brightest young stars, Sevana, has been making waves from the island to international markets lately. First, there was the release of her new single, Keep Going (Chosen),…

The Story Behind The Song: A Car-Washer Inspired Seanizzle’s ‘One Day’ Riddim And Title Track

Dancehall music producer Seanizzle says the popular One Day juggling riddim and its titular hit single, both crafted by him, were inspired by a man who was washing cars for…

Tanya Stephens Says Sexual Violence Influenced How She Dressed For Years

Watching Tanya Stephens perform is quite the audio-visual paradox.  Her signature aesthetic has been a blend of denim and black apparel, boots, sunnies and big hair, keeping it edgy but…

Remembering Bob Andy: Reggae Legend’s Son Speaks On His Life And Legacy

Four years ago today, the music world lost a giant with the passing of the exceptional Reggae singer-songwriter Bob Andy. To commemorate his legacy, DancehallMag spoke with his son, Godfrey…

Shaggy Enters Billboard Afrobeats Songs Chart For First Time

Reggae and Dancehall veteran Shaggy breaks new ground, landing on Billboard's US Afrobeats Songs chart for the first time in his career. His collaboration with Rwandan artist Bruce Melodie, When…

‘Brunch And Soca’ For Police Officers Club On April 5

Are you ready to wine up your bam-bam while munching on delectable delights? Then you will be one of a legion of patrons salivating over 'Brunch and Soca', a high-concept…