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For a long time, artist discovery in Jamaica was limited to traditional studio culture and the “quality control” involved in vetting before recording said artists.
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Beenie Man Says Dancehall Is The Biggest Music In The World
Beenie Man has been at the top of Dancehall music since the 1990s. The 47-year-old’s stage performance and musical abilities have given him a Grammy award and several Mobo awards.
DJ Khaled: ‘Khaled Khaled’ Album Review
DJ Khaled has been promoting Khaled Khaled since his last album dropped in 2019. No one really knows why and how Khaled is able to have more guest appearances than an Obama All Black White House party.
Spice, Shaggy And Sean Paul Unleash Epic Summer Scorcher ‘Go Down Deh’
Spice’s latest single, the long awaited ladies anthem Go Down Deh is a slick and sexy “historic” collaboration all set to burn up the airwaves.
Major Lazer’s Walshy Fire Breaks Down His Favorite Reggae & Dancehall Songs From VP Records’ Vault
Walshy Fire’s 14 favorite Reggae and Dancehall songs, which he hand-picked for VP Record’s Riddimentary Selection, were sparked from a place of nostalgia as well as the Toast co-producer’s sentimental side.
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 in 2005.
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 sound system heritage.
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 over the weekend.
Dancehall Artist Shane O Tries His Hand At Directing
Dancehall artist Shane O is seemingly expanding his skills in the entertainment industry, having directed the music video for one of his latest releases, Dark Lonely Road.
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.
The Genealogy Of Trap Dancehall
Jamaican music, since its earliest iteration has always thrived because of its drive to be current.
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 reputation for contributions to Reggae and Dancehall music.
‘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 means to Jamaica.
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.
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.
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.
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.