The 50 Best Dancehall Songs Of 2022
In 2022, some Jamaican Dancehall artists seemed to have had an epiphany that nudged them onto more reflective and introspective-sounding tracks.
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Opinion, reviews, interviews, staff lists, rankings, and other long talking about Reggae and Dancehall music and culture.
Alan ‘Skill’ Cole Says Bob Marley Was A Pelé Fan
Former Jamaican footballer Alan ‘Skill’ Cole wants to rubbish a few misconceptions about his great friend Bob Marley, the King of Reggae and King Pelé, one of the greatest football players of all time.
December 2022: 7 Reggae/Dancehall Songs Worth Streaming
As the year comes to a close, this final list has some really good tunes that are a welcomed respite from the dunce theme in dancehall.
The Most Streamed Jamaican Reggae/Dancehall Artists On YouTube In 2022
Dancehall megastar Sean Paul is the most streamed Jamaican Reggae/Dancehall artist on YouTube in 2022, while, in Jamaica, Hillside singer Chronic Law is the most streamed artist for 2022 on the platform.
The Top Moments In Reggae/Dancehall Of 2022: Year In Review
As 2022 gathers the last of its belongings to hit the road, let’s look back at the top music moments of the year for fans of Reggae/Dancehall—the controversies, achievements, viral moments, and sadly, those who passed away.
Shaggy Touts The ‘Strategic’ Power Of Familiar Samples
There’s a common thread running through most of Shaggy’s crossover hits. It’s a familiarity drawn from the work of others, aimed at disarming listeners and luring ears toward his updated sounds and styles.
10 Times Reggae/Dancehall Artists Grabbed Attention In A Mesh Marina
The Mesh Marina, more popularly known as the String Vest, is an iconic Jamaican fashion piece popularized by Reggae and Dancehall artists, that ironically originated in Norway.
Kinsy Speaks On His ‘The KinsTape’ Project
Up-and-coming entertainer Maliek “Kinsy” Watkins has added his own flair to the local music scene. The 25-year-old earned his formal education at Campion High School in St.
Shaggy On How He’s Helping To Change Dancehall’s Numbers, And Still Being The Underdog — 40 Million Record Sales Later
A 1993 trip to Brazil opened Shaggy’s eyes to how big Reggae could be. Maxi Priest had invited the then-rising artist to join him onstage at Rock in Rio, a major music festival which that year featured acts like Nirvana, Aerosmith, and Simply Red on the line-up.
How Artificial Intelligence Might Impact Dancehall Music
With the rise of artificial intelligence and its increasing and pervasive presence in the music industry, curiosity abounds about how these developments might impact dancehall music and the artists who create it.
Ten Classic Bob Marley Performances
As the enduring icon of Reggae music all over the world, Bob Marley’s legendary resume as an artist transcends the limits of general stardom and fame.
Ranking Ten Of Vybz Kartel’s Most Lyrical Verses
When it comes on to wit, lyricism and talent, there are only a handful of Dancehall artists – dead or alive – that can be mentioned in the same breath as Adidja Palmer, the Portmore native more popularly known as Vybz Kartel.
November 2022: 7 Reggae/Dancehall Songs Worth Streaming
November was interesting for Reggae Dancehall music. It was particularly fascinating to see the younger, more freshly established artists pushing a pace in the music that many older, more established acts have not matched.
MeLo-X On Working With Beyoncé, Putting Dancehall At The Forefront Of His Next Album
Since 2014, the multimedia artist MeLo-X has gone from uploading unofficial remixes of Beyoncé songs to becoming one of the superstar’s steady collaborators.
Dancer Turned Artist Espuppy On His Latest Track ‘Money Heist’
Up-and-coming artist Espuppy is hoping to make his mark in the music industry. The Jamaican native, who is now based in Chicago, released his latest single titled Money Heist on Saturday (November 26, 2022) and already has high hopes for the track.
Interview: UK Filmmaker Nathan Miller Opens The ‘Trap’ On Dancehall’s New Generation
Much to the alarm of its opponents, Trap Dancehall seems to be here to stay – at least until a new youth-driven sound arrives to replace it.
Sean Paul On ‘Dutty Rock’ At 20
Twenty years ago, Sean Paul’s sophomore album Dutty Rock brought Dancehall music to the forefront of global, mainstream music.
VP Releases ‘Strictly The Best’ Vol. 62
VP Records has released Strictly The Best Vol. 62, the latest entry in the longstanding Reggae and Dancehall compilation series.
IzyBeats On Making Hits And Finally Putting Out His Debut EP ‘Edgehill’
In late 2018, IzyBeats considered changing career paths. The Jamaican producer born Andron Cross began making beats in 2001, and though he established a local buzz in Miami and scored a few songs with Vybz Kartel, he still hadn’t found the hit he was chasing.
Blvk H3ro Shocked By Nomination For ‘Best Global Music Performance’ At Grammy Awards 2023
Reggae artist Blvk H3ro says it came as a huge shock to him when he learned that he was nominated for his first Grammy Award, which also puts him in contention with Nigerian singer Burna Boy’s hit song Last Last.