Interviews

Exclusive interviews with Reggae and Dancehall artists, record execs, producers, engineers, dancers, and other celebrities.

Bunny Wailer’s Death Puts Different Spin On Marley’s Death Anniversary In 2021

The year 2021 will mark the 40th anniversary of Bob Marley's death on May 11, 1981, a date which gains even more significance this year because it marks the first…

“Now I Know Who Are The True Revolutionaries” – Judy Mowatt Reminisces On 1980 Bob Marley Concert In Zimbabwe

Reggae singer Judy Mowatt, a member of the original I Threes alongside Marcia Griffiths and Rita Marley, said that her most enduring memory of Bob Marley was that he was…

Rygin King Talks New Single ‘Inna Mi Mind,’ Ahead Of Debut Album

Dancehall star Rygin King has defied incredible odds. First, he overcame poverty to rise as one of Dancehall's most meteoric acts, maintained his composure as his fame grew, and then…

The Story Behind Gyptian’s ‘Serious Times’

When Reggae star Gyptian recorded his breakout single, Serious Times in 2004, Jamaica teetered on the brink of total anarchy as blazing guns obliterated 1400 lives that year. The track,…

Countdown To ‘TEN’: 7 Questions With The Queen Of Dancehall Spice

Spice’s debut album TEN drops this summer, and if her new song and video Go Down Deh is any indication, her fanbase can look forward to an insane production. Details…

Costi Ioniță, Romanian Producer Of Spice’s Latest Song, Wants To Make More Dancehall Hits

Constantin "Costi" Ioniță is the producer of Spice's latest Dancehall hit with Shaggy and Sean Paul, Go Down Deh, which was released on April 30 ahead of her upcoming debut album,…

JCF’s ‘Wanted Wednesdays’ Campaign Has A Dancehall Buzz

Stage shows and parties are integral to Reggae and Dancehall in Jamaica. So, whether you are a local or someone just visiting the island, you have probably heard about weekly…

Nation Boss Has One Of 2021’s Biggest Dancehall Hits. Now He’s Ready To Follow Up.

For a long time, artist discovery in Jamaica was limited to traditional studio culture and the “quality control” involved in vetting before recording said artists. It fostered an environment where…