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 May 30.
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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 years and nine months behind bars following a trial in the Gun Court Division of the Supreme Court in downtown Kingston on firearm charges.
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 an ailing artform.
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 Court in downtown Kingston to answer to murder charges, earlier this week.
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 redefining what it means to inspire the next generation.
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 Court to answer charges of disorderly conduct recently.
Jamali Drops Debut Album ‘The Arrival’
Recording artist Jamali has echoed his presence in dancehall will the release of his debut album— The Arrival.
‘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.
‘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.
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).
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
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.
Mystic Revealers Still On Track With Positive Messages: Readies For Tour, New Releases
After almost five decades since its formation, legendary reggae group Mystic Revealers is still on a mission to spread positive messages through its music.
Stamma Gramma Returns After Serving Prison Sentence For Fake ID Ring
After spending two years in federal prison after pleading guilty to production of false identification documents and bank fraud, dancehall artist Stamma Gramma has returned reformed and ready to regain his place in the industry.
Bounty Killer To Hit Barclays Center For First US Performance In Brooklyn
Dancehall superstar Bounty Killer will hit a US stage for the first time in fifteen years with the event dubbed ‘The Return of the Warlord Bounty Killer’.
Davianah ‘Torn’ By Savage Death Of Her Cousin, Jabari, Jah Mason’s Son
Reggae fusion singer Davianah is mourning the loss of her 25 year-old cousin, Jabari Johnson, who was gunned down in an execution-style murder committed while he was streaming live on TikTok.
International Groups The Jets, Atlantic Starr Among Lineup For Bonafide Fest
The stage is set for the inaugural staging of Bonafide Fest at the Catherine Hall Stadium in Montego Bay, St James on Mother’s Day.
Moliy, Yung Wylin, And More To Perform At AfroJam Jamaica
Ghanaian-American singer Moliy as well as rapper/singer and songwriter Yung Wylin’ are just two of the headliners billed for AfroJam Jamaica between June 26-29 in Negril.
Jah Mason’s Son Gunned Down While Streaming Live On TikTok
The reggae music industry has been sent into a state of shock over the execution-style killing of the son of well-known reggae star Jah Mason.