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How Did Vybz Kartel Get His Stage Name? He Wanted To Be Different

Dancehall deejay Vybz Kartel, who was born Adidja Palmer, broke out on the Jamaican music scene two decades ago and has remained consistently relevant ever since, despite being convicted for…

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Earl Chapman Shares How Reggae-Dancehall Artists Can Make More Money

Earl Chapman, one of the most important business developers in Canada, has worked with many International and Caribbean companies in getting them listed on the Jamaican Stock Exchange as well…

Jesse Royal Talks New Album ‘Royal’, Upcoming Vybz Kartel Collab ‘Rich Forever’

Reggae artist Jesse Royal is in the studio working on his upcoming sophomore album which he revealed in this interview will be titled Royal.  Jesse is also about to drop…

Five Breakout Dancehall Artists To Watch In 2021

During the year without concerts and live performances, several new and emerging Dancehall artists have stirred attention and are poised for breakout careers in 2021.  In Part 1 of this…

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Laro Don’s Team Up With Skillibeng And 12 More New Dancehall Songs For Your Playlist

In a new issue of hot Dancehall releases this week, we’ve selected singles from Jamaican, Bajan, and Trinibagonian acts to create a dynamic collection for your playlist. Watch the videos,…

The Hideout Clothing: Styling Trinidad’s Dancehall Culture

The Hideout Clothing (THC) is a foundation of urban style in Trinidad dancehall culture.  Take a closer look at your favorite artist's music videos and you'll probably see their clothing…

Why Skillibeng Shouldn’t Be Dragged Too Hard For The Nonsense In His Latest Song “Yo!”

It appears that Dancehall star Skillibeng has decided to take mastering the art of literary Nonsense Rhymes very seriously, even at the risk of national ridicule. But his fans have…

Justin Bieber Dodges Opportunity To Finally Give Credit To Jamaican Dancehall

Canadian pop star Justin Bieber was given an opportunity to finally give due credit to Jamaica and Dancehall culture for his mega-successful hit Sorry, but the singer all but glossed…