Features
Opinion, reviews, interviews, staff lists, rankings, and other long talking about Reggae and Dancehall music and culture.
Christopher Martin On How Friendship With Usain Bolt Impacted His Career; Whether Dancehall Influences Crime
Reggae-Dancehall artist Christopher Martin has been reaping success in the music industry ever since winning Digicel's Rising Stars talent show…
How Tenor Saw’s ‘Ring The Alarm’ Brought Soundclash To The Masses
For a vibrant display of the Jamaican trifecta — cunning, creativity, competitiveness — look no further than the island’s rich…
Naomi Cowan All Set To Drop A “Year’s Worth Of Music” Says Producer Walshy Fire
Reggae songstress Naomi Cowan has written all her tracks for the ambitious project being undertaken alongside Toast co-producer, Walshy Fire.…
Mr. Easy Conquers Studio 54 In Upstate New York, Preps New Album
Dancehall star Mr. Easy delivered a marquis performance to hundreds of screaming fans in Studio 54 in upstate New York…
Dancehall Artist Shane O Tries His Hand At Directing
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8R5skso4TuE Dancehall artist Shane O is seemingly expanding his skills in the entertainment industry, having directed the music video for…
These Are The Most Popular Vybz Kartel Songs On TikTok
When it comes to Dancehall-themed TikTok videos, Vybz Kartel continues to be an all-time fav with fans around the world.…
Dre Island, Skillibeng’s ‘High Times,’ Blvk H3ro’s ‘It Nuh Easy’ And 8 More New Songs For Your Dancehall Playlist
New Music Friday has come with some great tracks to update your Reggae and Dancehall playlist this week. Dancehall star…
The Genealogy Of Trap Dancehall
Jamaican music, since its earliest iteration has always thrived because of its drive to be current. There was never a…
Ten Questions With Reggae/Dancehall Producer Jeremy Harding
Veteran Jamaican music producer Jeremy Harding is reflecting on some of the most memorable experiences in his over two-decade-long tenure in the music business, where he has earned a stellar…
‘Time To Pay Attention To Blatant Racism,’ An Interview With Reggae Singer Kashief Lindo
US-based Reggae artist Kashief Lindo is addressing racism in his latest single I Can't See Your Face, which was released on April 16 under his father's HeavyBeat Records independent label.…
Clarks Redemption: Clarks & Jamaica
CLARKS ORIGINALS launched a new collection and accompanying video campaign Clarks & Jamaica using the voices and talents of 7 Jamaican bred stars to explain what the Clarks Original brand…
Celebrate 4/20 Day 2021 With This Perfect Dancehall And Reggae Weed Playlist
As 4/20 rolls around yet again, DancehallMag is rolling out a lit 20 track playlist for the occasion featuring some Dancehall and Reggae music. Marijuana use has remained a staple…
Vybz Kartel’s Albums: Ranked From Worst To Best
With this month marking seven years since Dancehall titan Vybz Kartel was sentenced to life imprisonment, we reflect on his dominant force and studio contributions to the genre. The King…
Konshens, Spice & Rvssian’s Team Up And 8 More New Dancehall Songs For Your Playlist
New Music Friday brought many great collaborations, love songs and uplifting narratives, thanks to talents such as Konshens, Spice, Jahmiel, Jahcure, and Shaniel Muir. The world of Dancehall however is…
Vivien Goldman Talks Cultural Appropriation And Working With Bob Marley
British writer and musician Vivien Goldman began her career as a journalist for Cassettes and Cartridges. Goldman then became a PR officer for Atlantic Records and then Island Records, where…
15 Essential Sizzla Songs On The Reggae Crooner’s 45th Birthday
The Reggae/Dancehall scene has hardly encountered another artist as militant or prolific as Sizzla Kalonji. With over 55 albums, a Grammy nomination and a Lifetime Achievement Award under his belt,…
