Popcaan Claps Back With ‘NYQUI,’ And 10 More New Songs
An especially active week by some of Dancehall’s biggest stars, including the Queen Spice, Shaggy and Popcaan, marks this iteration of DancehallMag‘s music roundup.
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Interview: Collie Buddz Talks New Album ‘Take It Easy,’ Mental Health, Ganja Advocacy And Creative Freedom
There’s a serene yet celebratory essence that encircles Bermudian reggae artist Collie Buddz. Indeed, his fourth studio album Take It Easy was released today, but he’s also undulating in sagacity by catering to his psychological well-being.
Peter Tosh Chronicles: The Time Nigerian Police Extorted Money From Him On First Trip To Africa
Reggae legend Peter Tosh was extorted by police in Nigeria, and almost had a confrontation with members of the security forces, whilst on his first ever trip to Africa, a story very few people know about, but which his manager, Copeland Forbes, witnessed live and direct.
Mýa Breaks Down Her 16 Jamaican Collabs: From Beenie Man To Bounty Killer
When it comes to teaming up with Jamaican Reggae and Dancehall artists, American singer Mýa is among the most prolific, probably eclipsed only by Ghanaian artist Stonebwoy, who boasts over 20 such collaborations.
Meet Mr. Lexx’s Sons Who Are Doing Music
Veteran deejay Mr. Lexx hasn’t only produced some of Dancehall’s top anthems, but offspring to continue the ‘Palmer’ legacy of musical excellence.
Stephen Marley’s ‘Old Soul’ Ends His No. 1 Streak On Billboard Reggae Albums Chart
Stephen Marley’s fifth album, Old Soul, has opened at No. 10 on the Billboard Reggae Albums chart, breaking his previous hot streak of four No.
The Night Bob Marley & The Wailers Upstaged Lionel Richie & The Commodores At Madison Square Garden
Peter Tosh’s former manager Copeland Forbes, on Tuesday, relished the anniversary of the night Bob Marley and the Wailers, who were opening acts, upstaged Lionel Richie and his Commodores, at the American group’s show at the Madison Square Garden.
Buju Banton’s ‘Born For Greatness’ First Week Album Sales Are In
Born For Greatness – the 13th studio album by Reggae and Dancehall star Buju Banton – did not debut on the sales and streaming-driven Billboard Reggae Albums Chart in the week following its release on September 8.
Jermaine Edwards, Rushawn Ewears’ ‘Beautiful Day’ Opens Apple iPhone Event
Beautiful Day, the Billboard-charting song by Jermaine Edwards that was covered by youngster Rushawn Ewears, was used as the opening song for the Apple Event today, (September 12).
Beenie Man’s ‘Simma’ First Week Album Sales Are In
Beenie Man‘s Simma, his seventeenth studio album, failed to debut on the sales and streaming-driven Billboard Reggae Albums chart in the week following its release on September 1.
Interview: Macka Diamond Talks New Team, Upcoming ‘Groundbreaking’ Album, And Dancehall Legacy
If you’ve peeped Macka Diamond’s social media recently, you’d have noticed that she’s been serving looks and legacy.
Bob Weir, Jack Johnson Join Stephen Marley On ‘Winding Roads,’ And 12 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.
Buju Banton: ‘Born For Greatness’ Album Review
⭐⭐⭐⭐ Rating: 4 out of 5. With the caliber of the songs on his Born for Greatness album, it is evident that Buju Banton has cemented himself as one of Jamaica’s greatest songwriters ever.
Interview: Richie Spice Talks 10th Studio Album “Black Man Time”
Reggae artist Richie Spice has marked his 52nd birthday with the release of his 10th studio album—Black Man Time—today, September 8, 2023.
Kate Simon’s Intimate Photographic Journey With Bob Marley And The Wailers
For many, the name Kate Simon might not immediately evoke the vibrant rhythms and soulful melodies of Bob Marley.
Beenie Man: ‘Simma’ Album Review
⭐⭐⭐⭐ Rating: 4 out of 5. Beenie Man’s Simma album covers an array of topics, from romantic dalliances and divine praises to unabashed self-aggrandizement.
Stage Set For Arguments In Steely & Clevie’s Copyright Lawsuit Against Bad Bunny And Other Reggaetón Stars
The legal battle between Reggae/Dancehall production company Steely & Clevie and almost all major Reggaetón artists is poised to roll into a California courtroom this month.
The First-Ever Annual Caribbean Music Awards: What You Missed And Full Winners List
The first annual Caribbean Music Awards was held on Thursday at King’s Theatre in Flatbush, Brooklyn, the neighborhood known as New York’s “Little Caribbean.”
Interview: Canadian-Jamaican Reggae Singer Exco Levi To Release Third Studio Album
Fresh off the JCDC Festival 2023, where he placed third overall, Jamaican-Canadian Reggae/Dancehall artist, Exco Levi says he has now turned his attention to completing his third studio album, by way of Donovan Germain’s Penthouse Records.
Musicologist Ewan Simpson Says Steely & Clevie’s Reggaetón Lawsuit Has A “Racial Element”
Ethnomusicologist Ewan Simpson says Steely & Clevie‘s mega copyright infringement lawsuit against the Reggaetón genre is rooted in a long-held racial hierarchy that extends across the Americas.