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Opinion, reviews, interviews, staff lists, rankings, and other long talking about Reggae and Dancehall music and culture.
Remembering Bob Andy: Five Lessons From The Reggae Legend’s Life
Today marks six years since Bob Andy transitioned, but his impact as a singer and songwriter lives on through Reggae…
Cutty Ranks Files US$3 Million Lawsuit Over Unpaid Royalties From El Chombo’s ‘Dame Tu Cosita’
Dancehall veteran Cutty Ranks has filed a US$3 million lawsuit in the United States, alleging that he was never properly…
Grindsman Says He’s Seeking “Fair Share” From Vybz Kartel Over ‘Benz Punany’
Dancehall veteran Grindsman insists that he's not focused on Vybz Kartel's wealth but only wants fair compensation for the use…
Judge Tosses Lawsuit Against Vybz Kartel Over U.S. Shows, O-1B Visa
A New York Supreme Court judge on Tuesday (March 3) dismissed a multi-million-dollar lawsuit against Vybz Kartel and a promoter…
How Independent Artists Can Get Their Music On Streaming Platforms
You made the track. You obsessed over the mix. You played it for three friends, your group chat, and maybe…
Sly Dunbar: 10 Essential Songs Bearing The Reggae Legend’s Mark
Spanning more than five decades, Lowell 'Sly' Dunbar’s career yielded an untold number of recordings—a legacy that officially concluded on…
How Jada Kingdom Is Quietly Setting The Bar For 2026
There is a quiet confidence to Jada Kingdom’s latest EP, "Just a Girl in a Money Man’s World." No rollout…
Maxine Stowe Teams Up With Producer Kenneth ‘Skengdon’ Black To Rebrand ‘Skengdon’ Brand
Well-known entertainment consultant Maxine Stowe is determined to reposition the brand of businessman Kenneth 'Skeng Don' Black in this new…
Jah Cure Victim Speaks Out: “I Forgive Him, But I Will Never Forget”
Dutch concert promoter Nicardo ‘Papa’ Blake says he has "forgiven Jah Cure" following the October 2021 incident in which the Reggae singer stabbed him over a disputed performance fee. However,…
Can The Jamaican Riddim That Inspired Reggaeton Be Copyrighted?
A federal judge in California is set to hear arguments this fall on whether the foundational Fish Market riddim, better known as Dem Bow, is copyrightable. His decision will have…
‘Mute Jah Cure’ Movement Has Silenced The Incarcerated Singer In Europe
Since European radio station personnel enacted an informal ban on the music of incarcerated reggae singer Jah Cure, there are only a few radio station broadcasters who remain neutral. At…
Cocoa Tea’s Best Songs: His 20 Most Essential Hits
Colvin 'Cocoa Tea' Scott, who passed away on Tuesday at 65, was one of Reggae and Dancehall's most enduring and beloved vocalists. Hailing from Rocky Point in Clarendon, he rose…
Dutch Music Producer ChevoBeatz Making Mark In Reggae
Dutch music producer Cheville Samoedj, professionally known as ChevoBeatz, has been making significant strides in the global music scene by infusing his productions with the rich sounds of reggae and…
Ras Minano & The Hope Of Africa Band Bring Roots Reggae From Ghana To Australia
Ras Minano & the Hope of Africa is one of Australia’s leading reggae and world music groups, effortlessly blending roots reggae with afrobeat and Ghanaian traditional rhythms in intense live…
Judge Rejects Call To Disqualify Steely & Clevie’s Attorney From Reggaetón Lawsuit
A federal judge in California has ruled against a defense motion to disqualify attorney Garth A. Clarke from Steely & Clevie Productions Ltd.’s massive copyright lawsuit against over 160 Reggaetón…
Interview: Keznamdi’s Journey From Janitor To Reggae Revivalist With ‘Time’
Reggae singer Keznamdi released the visuals for his latest video, 'Time', recently. The single is a poignant reminder to humanity of the importance of cherishing life's most essential moments .…
