Features
Opinion, reviews, interviews, staff lists, rankings, and other long talking about Reggae and Dancehall music and culture.
LGBTQ And The Divide Of Dancehall Music
Since its inception, Dancehall music has held a very strict and consistent disdain for the gay community. A disdain so…
Konshens: ‘Red Reign’ Album Review
Red Reign, the newest batch of bangers from Dancehall deejay Konshens is a kaleidoscope of global music. Konshens sounds assured…
Skeng, Tommy Lee Sparta Team Up On ‘Protocol’ Plus 14 New Songs For Your Dancehall Playlist
It's Friday and each week our writers round up the Dancehall tracks we're feeling right now! This week, heavy-hitters Skillibeng…
Interview: After 15 Years In, Konshens Is Back In A ‘Money-Making Mood’ With ‘Red Reign’
Fifteen years in the game is no mean feat but Dancehall star Konshens sounds assured and effortless as ever with…
A Day For John Holt
Every October going forward, the family members of deceased Reggae icon John Holt will host a night of festivities to…
Half Pint Turns 60: An Earthstrong Playlist Of The Reggae Legend’s Best Songs
Reggae legend Half Pint, born Lindon Roberts, turns 60 years old today, November 11. In a toast to his remarkable…
Five Dancehall Songs To Listen To This Week Instead Of ‘Gunman’ Tunes
Dancehall is not a monolithic culture, although judging from the weekly YouTube charts one would think that Jamaican consumers of…
Brush1Chromatic Talks Versatility And His Debut EP ‘I Am The Road Marshal’
Influencer, brand ambassador, marketer, MC; it’s hard to pin down Romario White aka Brush1Chromatic’s dynamic skill set. There's no denying…
DJ Black Boi Taking Dancehall Culture To The World With Shenseea
Donavan Thomas aka Black Boi is a Dancehall DJ steadily making a name for himself. Starting out as a DJ for Romeich Entertainment, Black Boi made the transition to become…
Shamara ‘Inspire’ Spencer’s ‘Hot Gyal Summer’
Dancehall has not only been a staple in Jamaican culture, it has also been one of the main vehicles and avenues for growth, development and the uplifting of people from…
Nero The Professor Dances ‘Bruk Up’ to Sister Nancy’s ‘Bam Bam’ At Red Bull Dance Finals
This past weekend in Washington, D.C., Red Bull held the finals for the USA leg of their Dance Your Style competition, with the winners headed to South Africa in December…
Koffee’s ‘The Harder They Fall’, Jashii’s ‘Life Lessons’ & More New Reggae & Dancehall Songs
The Reggae and Dancehall music mill has churned out some hot new releases this week to get your playlist pumping. If you’re in need of a little motivation, newcomers Jashii…
Kxng Izem Addresses “Who Helps The People” In New Music Video
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i2cgbHFH3qA Kxng Izem is back with a new single and music video entitled Who Helps The People which lives up to its name in delivery, message and visuals. The single carries…
Greenspoon’s Reggae Grammy 2022 Predictions: Who Will Get The Nod?
For Dancehall and Reggae fans following the annual Grammy Awards closely, they may be eager for some insight on which albums may make the cut for this year’s Best Reggae…
Yeza Talks ‘Kingdom’, East Side, Reggae And More
Yeza has carved out a special place in Reggae music with her imperial sound, impeccable style and golden voice. Representing Bull Bay, St. Thomas, the Rebel songstress continues to deliver…
Demarco: ‘Melody’ Album Review
Demarco’s long-awaited debut album Melody is an agile collage of musical genres. Though it isn’t billed as a crossover album, it skillfully sweeps through new terrain while Demarco stays rooted…
