News
The latest dancehall news, pop culture and stories.
Queen Of Dancehall Spice Dismisses Buju Banton’s Criticism Of Afrobeats
Queen of Dancehall Spice has pushed back against Buju Banton's claim that Afrobeats is “f-ckery.” The comment, made by Banton…
Ras-I Remains Connected To The Root Of Reggae As He Completes New Album
As Reggae artist Ras-I continues work on his third studio album, he says his steady success is attributed to sticking…
Buju Banton Says Original Ganja Farmers Outshine Cannabis Dispensaries: “The Herb For Profit Don’t Inspire”
Buju Banton has expressed his preference for smoking ganja cultivated by traditional farmers over dispensary cannabis, as he believes commercially-grown…
Interview: Shaggy Says He Plans To Make Music For Years To Come
Despite decades in the industry, Grammy Award-winning Jamaican artist Shaggy remains unsure if he’s reached his full potential. Much like his…
Dancehall Fans Say Vybz Kartel’s December ‘Freedom Concert’ Will Derail Sting
Supreme Promotions' Isiah and Tahheer Laing's assertions that Sting will be unaffected by Vybz Kartel's upcoming December concert has been…
Sheba Says Vybz Kartel Signed Her To Portmore Empire After Notnice Rejected Her
Notnice may have been Vybz Kartel's production right-hand, but that doesn’t mean they shared the same taste. Reflecting on her…
Buju Banton Says He Initially Hated The Nickname “Gargamel”
Buju Banton has revealed that his compatriots Wayne Wonder and Frankie Sly bestowed upon him the moniker "Gargamel," inspired by…
Ifrica Crowned Queen Of Trelawny Town Maroons As 1739 Maroon Treaty Location Remains In Question
Queen Ifrica has described her recent coronation as Queen of the Trelawny Town Maroons as an immense responsibility, and has…
Copeland Forbes Announces ‘Reggae My Life Is’ Tour Featuring Genre’s Biggest Names
Iconic artist manager Copeland Forbes, known for his work with Peter Tosh and managing tours for some of Reggae's most celebrated figures, has announced his "Reggae My Life Is" world…
Exclusive: Drake Released New Song ‘Blue Green Red’ Without Clearance, Says Jamaican Producer Clevie Browne
Canadian rapper Drake could face a second lawsuit from Jamaican producer Cleveland 'Clevie' Browne over his latest track, Blue Green Red. The song allegedly interpolates lyrics and melody from Dancehall…
Buju Banton Concerts In Five U.S. Cities Rescheduled, But Not Cancelled
News emerged over the weekend that several shows on Buju Banton’s Overcomer Tour have been rescheduled. The Til Shiloh singer announced that five September dates have been rescheduled: Houston, Dallas,…
Bob Marley, Skillibeng Featured On Obama’s 2024 Summer Playlist
As has become tradition, former US President Barack Obama has shared another summer playlist, showcasing his diverse taste in music. Unveiled on Monday, the summer playlist includes Bob Marley and…
Koffee Says She’s Releasing A New Album In Early 2025
At some point over the last year or so, Reggae lovers around the world—especially in Jamaica—might have had one question in common: “Where is Koffee?” Well, good news! The Toast singer has…
Buju Banton Labels Afrobeats “F-ckery,” Echoes Burna Boy, Foota Hype’s Critique
"They connected with everyone else except us. But when we look at what they are doing, their music is not freeing Africa! Is f-ckery!" "The music needs to free Africa.…
Blvk H3ro Says Vybz Kartel Is A “Superhero” For Waterford Residents
Reggae artist Blvk H3ro says Vybz Kartel is a role model for him, and other youngsters who grew up in Waterford, Portmore. Kartel was released from prison on July 31,…
Bounty Killer Calls For Peace In Trinidad
Bounty Killer called for an end to escalating violence in Trinidad whilst in the midst of his electrifying performance at the Magnum Tonic Wine Xplosion SummerStageTT concert event, held last…
