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Coxsone Dodd Didn’t Pack Heat, But He Had “A Hell Of A Right Hand” — Says Producer Blackbeard
Following Morna Dodd’s objection to the portrayal of her father, Clement “Sir Coxsone” Dodd, in the film Bob Marley: One Love, Reggae producer and music insider Rodguel “Blackbeard” Sinclair suggests there may be confusion with another prominent producer.
Rastafarian Artists Criticized Again For Failing To Give Back To Community
Ras Iyah V has joined a growing list of Rastafarian elders expressing concern that many of Reggae artists, who have gotten rich from using the religion to push their music, have not been “giving back” to the Rastafari community.
Chevelle Franklyn Turns 50: Her Ten Best Dancehall And Gospel Songs
Jamaican singer Chevelle Franklyn, one of the most illustrious voices to ever grace Reggae music, celebrates her 50th birthday today.
Blvk H3ro’s ‘Runaway’ And 11 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.
Ras Iyah V Blasts ‘Fake’ Reggae Rastas: “Whole Heap A Dem A Drunkard”
‘Peter Tosh Legalize It’ Awardee Ras Iyah V has lamented what he says is the fact that many Reggae artists, who sport dreadlocks are not true adherents to Rastafari, but really sport the hairstyle to attract attention from the international Reggae audience, and are bringing the faith into disrepute.
Coxsone Dodd’s Daughter Wants Apology For “Very Insulting” Scene In ‘Bob Marley: One Love’ Movie
Morna Dodd, daughter of the late Studio One producer Clement ‘Sir Coxsone’ Dodd, has expressed strong disapproval of how her father is depicted in the recently released film Bob Marley: One Love.
The Story Behind The Song: How Anthony ‘Sangie’ Davis Wrote Bob Marley’s ‘Wake Up And Live’
Anthony “Sangie” Davis, a songwriter, producer, and close friend of Bob Marley, recently shared how he composed the lyrics for Wake Up and Live, the closing track on the late Reggae icon’s Survival (1979) album.
Remembering Peetah Morgan: 20 Essential Songs From Morgan Heritage
In honor of Peetah Morgan's enduring legacy with Morgan Heritage, DancehallMag highlights 20 essential songs from the band's rich catalog.
Interview: Yeza Showcases Softer Side On New Single ‘Rude’
Usually known for her militant and rebellious edge, Yeza is tapping into her softer side on Rude, her latest collaboration with sound system virtuoso Rory StoneLove.
Exclusive: Bob Marley’s Catalog Gets Massive Sales, Streaming Boost From ‘One Love’ Biopic
Paramount Pictures’ Bob Marley: One Love biopic has boosted sales and streams of the Reggae legend’s catalog in a major way.
Julian Marley Shares Story Behind His Grammy-Winning ‘Colors Of Royal’ Album
Reggae star Julian Marley and producer Alexx Antaeus recently celebrated their acclaimed Colors Of Royal album with a performance and gathering at the Ribbiz UltraLounge in Kingston, Jamaica.
Interview: Jahmiel On His Upcoming Album ‘Nirvana,’ Africa And His Current State Of Mind
At the heart of Jahmiel‘s sound is a philosophy rooted in positivity and love, a reflection of the Jamaican artist’s own life principles.
The True Meaning Behind Bob Marley’s Song ‘One Love’
The release of Paramount Pictures’ biopic Bob Marley: One Love has ratcheted up the tempo of critique directed at the song One Love/People Get Ready.
Mr. Vegas On The Multiple Sides Of Gatekeeping In Dancehall
Mr. Vegas has weighed in on gatekeeping within Dancehall music, highlighting its multifaceted nature and the importance of context when discussing the practice.
Mr. Vegas Plans To Re-Record ‘Heads High’ To Regain Ownership Of Master
Dancehall artist Mr. Vegas says he plans to re-record his 1998 hit Heads High, aiming to take control of the song’s masters—a move prompted by his lack of primary ownership when the song was first released.
Mavado Reaches Settlement With Ugandan Concert Promoter
Jamaican Dancehall star Mavado has reached a settlement with Ugandan promoter Chinedu Ikoroha in a long-standing legal dispute over a failed concert in the East African country over a decade ago.
Alexx A-Game, Who Plays Peter Tosh, Addresses Cut Scenes In ‘Bob Marley: One Love’
Alexx A-Game, the Jamaican artist cast as Reggae legend Peter Tosh in Paramount Pictures’ Bob Marley: One Love, has urged fans to support the biopic even though his scenes were ultimately removed from the final cut.
Judge Denies Rohan Marley’s Motion To Have Sexual Harassment Lawsuit Thrown Out
A federal judge in California has mostly rejected Rohan Marley‘s effort to dismiss an $18 million sexual harassment lawsuit against him.
YG Marley’s ‘Praise Jah’ Enters Top 10 In The UK, Teejay’s ‘I Am Chippy’ EP Debuts On Billboard Reggae Chart
YG Marley’s infectious debut single, Praise Jah In The Moonlight, has entered the top ten on the Official UK Singles chart, while Dancehall artist Teejay’s debut EP I Am Chippy has made an entry on the Billboard Reggae Albums chart.