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The latest dancehall news, pop culture and stories.

Shenseea Says She’s Nervous Ahead Of Biggest Show Of Her Career At Rolling Loud

By Dani Mallick Fri, July 23 2021, 08:49 AM EST

Dancehall star Shenseea has shared that she’s nervous, a few hours removed from what may be the biggest performance of her career so far.

Popcaan On Drake Fallout Rumors: “Them Pray Fi The Link Mash Up”

By Claudine Baugh Thu, July 22 2021, 10:07 PM EST

Dancehall star Popcaan is slowly creeping out of his social media hiatus to shut down the tireless string of rumors that stirred in his absence.

Dancehall Star Cham Back In Jamaica, Talks Ghetto Origins And Growth

By Sasha Lee Thu, July 22 2021, 06:14 PM EST

Jamaican Dancehall prodigy Cham, formerly Baby Cham, is inspiring change in his hometown with a little help from a big educational platform.

Cedella Marley Plans Weekend Celebrations To Commemorate Rita Marley’s 75th Birthday

By Denieca Daniels Thu, July 22 2021, 05:50 PM EST

Head of the Marley Group and firstborn child of Bob and Rita Marley, Cedella Marley, has planned a weekend filled with activities to commemorate her mother Rita Marley’s 75th birthday.

Stephen Marley Trods In Bob Marley’s Footsteps With ‘Babylon By Bus’ Tour

By Claudia Gardner Thu, July 22 2021, 04:13 PM EST

Medication singer Stephen Marley, Bob and Rita Marley’s second son, has announced the dates for his Babylon by Bus tour a 19-show journey across the United States, named after Bob Marley’s promotional tour for his 1978 Babylon By Bus album.

Chris Gayle Says He’s Staying The Course In Music

By Denieca Daniels Thu, July 22 2021, 03:50 PM EST

West Indies Cricketer turned artist Chris ‘Universe Boss’ Gayle has said that contrary to the opinion of some, music is not simply a passing fad for him, and he believes his latest single Train Line should demonstrate that he’s in it for the long haul.

Bob Marley Movie: Casting Call Opens For Lead Role In The Paramount Pictures Biopic

By Sasha Lee Thu, July 22 2021, 12:04 PM EST

Reggae fans are closer to seeing Bob Marley on the big screen as casting calls for the Paramount feature film got underway this week.

Bob Marley’s Former London Apartment On Sale For £1.65 Million — See Photos

By Claudia Gardner Thu, July 22 2021, 11:52 AM EST

The Bloomsbury apartment in London where Bob Marley’s first lived in 1972 when he came to England’s capital to launch his career outside of Jamaica, is being sold for £1.65 million, the British media have reported.

Shenseea ‘Runs’ Up The Charts

By Dani Mallick Thu, July 22 2021, 09:32 AM EST

Shenseea’s Run Run may be taking criticism for its supposed 'satanic' imagery, but the music video is No. 1 in Jamaica. Run Run, released July 16 on Rich Immigrants/Interscope Records, is the first song off the Dancehall star’s upcoming debut album that is yet to receive a title and release date.

Shenseea, Kanye West To Share Stage At Rolling Loud Miami

By Donovan Watkis Thu, July 22 2021, 08:28 AM EST

Kanye West has been confirmed for Sunday at Rolling Loud Miami after several days of speculation and a now-deleted tweet by West affiliate Consequence.

Kevin Hart Channels ‘Island Dave,’ Flexes Jamaican Patois On Bahamas Vacay

By Claudine Baugh Thu, July 22 2021, 07:23 AM EST

American actor Kevin Hart is soaking up some island vibes while vacationing in the Bahamas with his wife and kids.

Rvssian Defends Shenseea From Critics Who Say ‘She Sold Her Soul’

By Claudine Baugh Wed, July 21 2021, 09:49 AM EST

Jamaican record producer Rvssian has come out to defend Dancehall starlet Shenseea amidst claims that she has ‘sold her soul to the devil’.

D’Angel Opens Up About Finding Love Again After Divorce From Beenie Man

By Claudine Baugh Tue, July 20 2021, 06:15 PM EST

Dancehall singer D’Angel is back on Jamaican soil after a brief stay overseas and wasted no time to hop on an Instagram Live, two days ago, to catch up with her fans.

Popcaan, Ce’Cile Cop Silver And Platinum UK Certifications

By Dani Mallick Tue, July 20 2021, 05:41 PM EST

Dancehall artists Popcaan and Ce’Cile received Silver and Platinum certifications respectively from the British Photographic Industry last Friday.

Sikka Rymes Held For Questioning After Murder Of His Friend

By Dani Mallick Tue, July 20 2021, 04:18 PM EST

An associate of Dancehall artist Sikka Rymes was killed yesterday in what some sources are saying is a reprisal killing.

Jahvillani’s ‘Dirt To Bentley’ First Week Album Sales Are In

By Dani Mallick Tue, July 20 2021, 03:37 PM EST

Dancehall deejay Jahvillani’s album Dirt To Bentley dropped recently, exploring topics such as life, women, money, and success.

Did Rastafarians Invent Reggae? Jamaican Pastor Weighs In On The Genre’s Origins

By Sasha Lee Tue, July 20 2021, 12:46 PM EST

Although Reggae contains much Rastafari symbolism and several of the genre’s most prolific entertainers identify as Rastafarians, one Jamaican pastor believes it is important to note that the Rastafari movement did not invent the genre.