El Benzo Teams Up With Nhance For ‘Pain Remix’
Ever since US-based dancehall artist El Benzo got shot by unknown assailants last year, he has changed his focus to music, recording a slew of songs talking about his experiences in the street.
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Shayy Soprano Is ‘El Numero Uno’
Brooklyn raised Dancehall artist Shayy Soprano is a big fan of telenovellas, which has served as the inspiration behind her latest single, El Numero Uno.
The Story Behind The Song: How Anthony ‘Sangie’ Davis Wrote Bob Marley’s ‘Wake Up And Live’
Anthony “Sangie” Davis, a songwriter, producer, and close friend of Bob Marley, recently shared how he composed the lyrics for Wake Up and Live, the closing track on the late Reggae icon’s Survival (1979) album.
Morgan Siblings Break Silence On Peetah’s Death, Announce March 7 Date For Memorial
Gramps, Taliba, and Lukes Morgan, three siblings of the late Peter “Peetah” Morgan, have shared heartfelt tributes on Instagram, remembering the former lead singer of their family’s renowned reggae group, Morgan Heritage.
Masego’s ‘Navajo’ Certified Silver In The UK
Navajo, the 2017 track by Jamaican-American singer Masego, is now certified Silver in the United Kingdom.
Bounty Killer Rejoices At Removal Of Dennis Meadown, Everald Warmington: “Patty Pan Politricks Done”
Bounty Killer is rejoicing at the resignation of errant politician Everald Warmington, the former Minister of Works and the banishment of former PNP Caretaker for North Trelawny, Dennis Meadows, describing both men as undesirables, who are “thinking like common criminals”.
Remembering Peetah Morgan: 20 Essential Songs From Morgan Heritage
In honor of Peetah Morgan's enduring legacy with Morgan Heritage, DancehallMag highlights 20 essential songs from the band's rich catalog.
Bob Marley & The Wailers’ ‘Exodus’ Certified Silver In The UK
Bob Marley & The Wailers’ hit song Exodus, the title track from the Reggae band’s 1977 album, is now certified Silver in the United Kingdom.
Major Lazer, Nyla’s ‘Light It Up’ Goes Triple Platinum In The UK
Light It Up, a 2015 track by Major Lazer and Brick N Lace’s Nyla Thorbourne, is now certified triple platinum in the United Kingdom.
Grange Urges Musicians To Make Use Of Entertainment E-Registry
Entertainment Minister Olivia “Babsy” Grange has urged members of the music and entertainment fraternity to make use of the Ministry of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport’s (MCGES) National Registry of Entertainment Practitioners e-registry.During
‘Stay Tuned’: King Jammy Says His Music Museum Is Coming
Legendary Dancehall producer and talent scout King Jammy says his highly-anticipated museum, which will showcase his ‘musical life and times,’ is still on stream and will contain all of his equipment dating back to the 1960s when he made his foray into music production.
Sean Paul Weighs In On ‘Trinibad’ Artist’s Presence On INTERPOL’s Red List
Dancehall superstar Sean Paul has weighed in on recent developments concerning ‘Trinibad’ artist KMan 6ixx, who has reportedly been barred from entering Guyana and St Kitts due to his presence on the International Police’s (INTERPOL) Red Notice list.
Wyclef Jean Drops Insightful Keynote About Music Ownership At IMC
Island Music Conference (IMC) attendees in Kingston, Jamaica, got an earful of genuine insights from none other than Wyclef Jean during his recent keynote speech.
“There Would Be No Bob Marley Without Rita Marley,” Says Granddaughter Donisha Prendergast
Donisha Prendergast celebrates her grandmother, Rita Marley, as integral to Bob Marley's success and the reggae legacy.
Interview: Yeza Showcases Softer Side On New Single ‘Rude’
Usually known for her militant and rebellious edge, Yeza is tapping into her softer side on Rude, her latest collaboration with sound system virtuoso Rory StoneLove.
Bounty Killer Hails YG Marley’s Hit Song As Proof Reggae Is Not Dead
Declaring that YG Marley’s debut single Praise Jah in the Moonlight’s ascension on various global charts is a prime indication that Reggae music is alive and kicking, Bounty Killer has again called upon his younger Jamaican compatriots to sing songs of substance.
Ziggy Marley Dismisses Rumors Of Rift Between Some Marley Brothers: “We Don’t Play Those Games”
Ziggy Marley has dispelled rumors of discord between himself and any of his brothers. “Yeah, man!
Sizzla’s US Visa Reinstated, First Show Set For Boston
Reggae and Dancehall star Sizzla says his US Visa was recently reinstated, paving the way for him to headline Boston’s “Dancehall Reggae Fest Series” on August 10.
Exclusive: Bob Marley’s Catalog Gets Massive Sales, Streaming Boost From ‘One Love’ Biopic
Paramount Pictures’ Bob Marley: One Love biopic has boosted sales and streams of the Reggae legend’s catalog in a major way.
Busy Signal, Masicka Hit The Studio With British Group Clean Bandit
The British band Clean Bandit seems inspired to revisit Dancehall-infused sounds for their upcoming 2024 album.