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The latest dancehall news, pop culture and stories.
Man Convicted Of Murder Of Ricky Trooper’s Daughter Hit With 55 Year Sentence
Famed dancehall selector Ricky Trooper hopes that the soul of his daughter, Brianna Destiny McKoy, can rest in heaven now…
Queen Ifrica-Derrick Morgan Defamation Suit Moves Into ‘New Phase’
The case management conference in the defamation lawsuit pitting reggae star Queen Ifrica, whose real name is Ventrice Morgan, against…
Vybz Kartel No-Show Triggers Investigations In Trinidad, But Promoter Can’t Reclaim US$950k Performance Fee
Dancehall star Vybz Kartel is being raked over the coals by angry fans as the days drag on since his…
Glen Washington Has Grammy Hopes For His New Album
Twice Grammy-nominated reggae star Glen Washington has great hopes for his latest album, 'Just Giving Thanks', which was released on…
Ruffian Slapped With 13 Years For Gun Possession
The music industry reacted with surprise to hear the news that Sharon “Ruffian” Peterkin had been sentenced to serve 13…
Vernal Sage Shares New Reggae Single ‘Love Is Magic’
Reggae artist Vernal believes that the reggae genre needs a much-needed shot in the arm to transform the fortunes of…
Several Witnesses Have Migrated In The Munga Honorable Case Leading To Delays
The unavailability of witnesses stalled the murder case of dancehall artiste Munga Honorable when he appeared in the Home Circuit…
Jenelle Alexia Thompson Fuses Fashion, Literacy, and Island Culture on Groundbreaking Jamaican School Tour
Popular dancehall Fashion designer and children’s book author Jenelle Alexia Thompson, the dynamic force behind the A ’Legends brand, is…
Lisa Hyper Ordered To Return To Court In September
Dancehall star Lisa Hyper will have to wait until September 10th to know her fate as her matter was postponed when she appeared in the Kingston and St Andrew Parish…
Jamali Drops Debut Album ‘The Arrival’
Recording artist Jamali has echoed his presence in dancehall will the release of his debut album— The Arrival. The nine-track project—which was executively produced by MoodieBoy Entertainment— was released on May…
‘Welcome Back Beenie Man’ Norfolk Concert Postponed In Virginia
The “Welcome Back Beenie Man” concert, originally set for Sunday, May 25, 2025, at Chartway Arena in Norfolk, Virginia, has been officially postponed until further notice. In a statement issued…
‘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…
Kiprich To Return To Court On September 19 Over ‘Thickman’ Dubplate
Dancehall artist Kiprich had his bail extended when he made an appearance in the St. Catherine parish court on Tuesday (May 20). The Telephone Ting artist will have to return…
Junior Byles’ ‘Ni-Night’ Service Set For Friday, May 23
There will be a ni-night ceremony on Friday, May 23 to mark the passing of Jamaican roots reggae artist Kenneth Byles a.k.a 'Junior Byles, who is best known for the…
Deportee, Ricky Ten To Release Tracks On “Melodies Riddim”
Deportee and Ricky Ten, two artists on the Akbar Record Label out of Boscobel, St Mary, are set to drop separate singles on the Melodies Riddim produced by Zimm, on June 1. …
Pantason Makes Foray Into Music Production With Standout Bangers
Music industry insider Pantason, known as the 'Dubplate Legend', is one of the leading dubplate procurement experts in the reggae-dancehall spheres. However, in recent years, he has been leading the…
