Buju Banton Says Original Ganja Farmers Outshine Cannabis Dispensaries: “The Herb For Profit Don’t Inspire”

Buju Banton has expressed his preference for smoking ganja cultivated by traditional farmers over dispensary cannabis, as he believes commercially-grown marijuana lacks the ability to provide inspiration to users, unlike…

Interview: Shaggy Says He Plans To Make Music For Years To Come

Despite decades in the industry, Grammy Award-winning Jamaican artist Shaggy remains unsure if he’s reached his full potential. Much like his compatriot Sean Paul, he plans to continue making music for…

Dahvanka Hooks Up With Brithney Starr For ‘Real Man’

Emerging Dancehall artist Dahvanka has teamed up with the Belizean artist Brithney Starr for a new song called Real Man. "The response has been wonderful, and the views are really…

Dancehall Fans Say Vybz Kartel’s December ‘Freedom Concert’ Will Derail Sting

Supreme Promotions' Isiah and Tahheer Laing's assertions that Sting will be unaffected by Vybz Kartel's upcoming December concert has been widely mocked by Dancehall fans Many claim both men are…

Sheba Says Vybz Kartel Signed Her To Portmore Empire After Notnice Rejected Her

Notnice may have been Vybz Kartel's production right-hand, but that doesn’t mean they shared the same taste. Reflecting on her 2009 entry into Addi's now-defunct Portmore Empire, Sheba says she…

Buju Banton Says He Initially Hated The Nickname “Gargamel”

Buju Banton has revealed that his compatriots Wayne Wonder and Frankie Sly bestowed upon him the moniker "Gargamel," inspired by the villainous character from the cartoon series The Smurfs. According…

Ifrica Crowned Queen Of Trelawny Town Maroons As 1739 Maroon Treaty Location Remains In Question

Queen Ifrica has described her recent coronation as Queen of the Trelawny Town Maroons as an immense responsibility, and has affirmed that she is committed to uniting all Maroons. Her…

Copeland Forbes Announces ‘Reggae My Life Is’ Tour Featuring Genre’s Biggest Names

Iconic artist manager Copeland Forbes, known for his work with Peter Tosh and managing tours for some of Reggae's most celebrated figures, has announced his "Reggae My Life Is" world…

Phenique Goes ‘Badd’ With Chronic Law

Canada-based dancehall starlet Phenique is banking on her latest single, Badd, featuring Chronic Law, to propel her career to a new stratosphere.  "I am excited about this Badd song because we…

Empress Ann Records Launches Careers Of Gothic And 300 Savage

US-based independent label Empress Ann Records has a pair of new releases, including 300 Savage's Quite Alive, a track that stands out for its compelling lyrics and distinctive style. Produced…

Exclusive: Drake Released New Song ‘Blue Green Red’ Without Clearance, Says Jamaican Producer Clevie Browne

Canadian rapper Drake could face a second lawsuit from Jamaican producer Cleveland 'Clevie' Browne over his latest track, Blue Green Red. The song allegedly interpolates lyrics and melody from Dancehall…

Buju Banton Concerts In Five U.S. Cities Rescheduled, But Not Cancelled

News emerged over the weekend that several shows on Buju Banton’s Overcomer Tour have been rescheduled. The Til Shiloh singer announced that five September dates have been rescheduled: Houston, Dallas,…