Universal Music Calls Max Romeo’s $15 Million Lawsuit A “Fishing Expedition”

UMG Recordings, Inc. and Polygram Publishing Inc. have asked a judge to dismiss a US$15 million lawsuit from Reggae legend Max Romeo, describing it as a "fishing expedition,” according to…

Vanessa Bling Praised For Longevity, Being Unproblematic After London Performance

Dancehall singer Vanessa Bling is receiving her flowers following a well-received performance at Indigo at the O2 in London, England, on Sunday. The venue’s lighting didn’t stand a chance against…

Mr. Vegas’ ‘Love Has No Color,’ And 8 More New Songs

Every week, our writers at DancehallMag highlight new Jamaican songs and videos you should add to your Reggae, Dancehall, Trap, and R&B playlists. This week, we have new drops from…

Exclusive: Flourgon, Producer Redman At Odds Over Miley Cyrus Settlement

Hugh 'Redman' James, the producer of Flourgon's 1988 hit We Run Things, says he's yet to receive compensation following the Dancehall artist's successful lawsuit against American singer Miley Cyrus three…

Beenie Man’s Followers Want His Dreadlocks Gone: “It’s Run Its Course”

Dancehall star Beenie Man dedicated a sentimental birthday post to his girlfriend Camille McIntosh on Thursday, but his followers were more preoccupied with his hair. The Simma deejay has been…

I-Octane Explains Why He Didn’t Perform In Jamaica For Four Years

Like some of his peers, reggae’s ‘Hot Ras’ I-Octane relocated to The States during the pandemic, where the entertainment scene proved more lively. But as he reveals, his absence from…

Masicka Shares Release Date, Cover Art For Sophomore Album ‘Generation Of Kings’

Dancehall artist Masicka says his second studio album, Generation of Kings (G.O.K.), will be released on Friday, December 1. It will be his first full-length project since signing to Def…

Christopher Martin, Nadine Sutherland And More Offer ‘Reggae Christmas Classics’

VP Records has offered up a Reggae Christmas Classics covers album that became available on CD and digitally on Friday, November 24. The star-studded 11-track set features a diverse cast of Reggae…

Queen Omega’s Viral ‘No Love Dubplate’ Gets Official Release Via Sony Music

Trinidadian artist Queen Omega's No Love Dubplate, which went viral over the summer, was officially released on streaming platforms via RCA, a division of Sony Music Entertainment Germany GmbH / Robots & Humans Music…

Producer Hugh ‘Redman’ James Speaks On New Album Celebrating 40 Of His Biggest Hits

Producer Hugh ‘Redman’ James is in jubilant spirits ahead of the release of the reggae anthology dubbed ‘Redman International— We Run Things’ on December 1. The album, which will be…

Capleton Names His Two Favourite Songs As A Youth: “You Have To Respect Longevity And Substance”

Reggae and dancehall stalwart Capleton is encouraging younger artists to honour their forerunners. “We just haffi mek the youths dem know seh humbleness is the key towards life and humility…

Negril Wants Burning Spear Following Reggae Legend’s Tribute To Resort Town

Negril — the tenth track on Burning Spear’s Grammy-nominated album No Destroyer, in which he pours adoration on the resort town — is being celebrated by the Negril Chamber of…