Popcaan Reunites With Melissa Steel At UK Show: “We Got Something New Coming Real Soon”
Popcaan and Melissa Steel reunited at the O2 Victoria Warehouse in Manchester on Sunday, performing their 2014 summer hit Kisses for Breakfast.
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Countree Hype Recruits Pablo YG, Intence, Jahvillani, Tommy Lee Sparta And More For EP
Producer Countree Hype says his second EP— Cosa Nostra— which features Dancehall artists Pablo YG, Intence, Jahvillani, Konshens, Roze Don, Shane O, Deep Jahi, and Tommy Lee Sparta was a response to what his supporters wanted.
Jay-Z’s Reggae-Sampling Hits ‘Lucifer,’ ‘Encore,’ And ‘Bam’ Certified Gold In U.S.
Jay-Z‘s Lucifer (2003), Encore (2003), and Bam (2017) featuring Damian ‘Jr. Gong’ Marley — which collectively sampled several classic Reggae songs — were each certified Gold in the United States on Monday (December 4).
Remembering J Capri: Her Five Best Songs
Today marks eight years since the world was stripped of fast-rising talent J Capri, but her legacy lives on in infinite ways.
Masicka Credits 50 Cent For Inspiring His Stage Name
Dancehall star Masicka has revealed that his stage name was inspired by rapper 50 Cent. During an interview with FOX 5’s ‘Good Day New York’ on Monday, the Black Sheep artist spoke about 50’s influence in high school and how the rapper’s sophomore album, The Massacre, had sparked the idea for his unique moniker.
Shenseea Stands Out In Trench Coat, Fishnet Leggings At Balenciaga’s Pre-Fall 2024 Show
Jamaican singer Shenseea turned heads in a high fashion look for Balenciaga’s runway show at Los Angeles’ South Windsor Boulevard over the weekend.
Listening Party For Nicki Minaj’s ‘Pink Friday 2’ Set For Kingston
Anticipation is high for the release of Nicki Minaj’s Pink Friday 2 album on her 41st birthday (December 8), and Jamaican Barbz are in for a treat.
The Death Of Tenor Saw: Here’s What Actually Happened To The Dancehall Icon
In 1988, at only 21 years old, Dancehall icon Tenor Saw was the victim of a hit-and-run driver in Houston, Texas, contrary to widespread reports and speculation in Jamaica that his death was the result of gun violence or exposure after an altercation.
Grammy Awards 2024: Recording Academy Says 6% Of New Members Are Associated With Reggae
Of the over 2,400 music professionals who joined the Recording Academy in 2023, six percent (or at least 144) are associated with Reggae music, the organization has reported.
Don Corleon Says Young Artists Deserve The Space To Grow
Dancehall producer Donovan ‘Don Corleon’ Bennett says he believes young artists should be given the space to reach musical maturity without undue criticism.
Conroy Smith’s Classic ‘Dangerous’ Still A Money Earner, Says Producer Redman
Conroy Smith’s Dangerous is what veteran producer Hugh ‘Redman’ James refers to as his most successful project. “That’s my biggest song you know!”
Inner Circle’s ‘Bad Boys’ Certified Silver In The UK
Bad Boys, Inner Circle‘s iconic song, which became the theme for the Cops TV show and the Bad Boys movie franchise, is now certified Silver in the United Kingdom, 36 years after it was first released.
Masicka Recruits Spice, Popcaan, Dexta Daps, And More For Sophomore Album ‘Generation Of Kings’: Listen
Dancehall artist Masicka released his sophomore album, Generation Of Kings, on Friday (December 1). The 29-year-old offers the project to the world via Def Jam Recordings, led by the singles Tyrant and LimeLight.
Aidonia Releases ‘Occupied Mind’ Project, Takes Break From Music For Fatherhood
Dancehall star Aidonia has announced that he will be taking a hiatus from recording music for a few months to focus on family and the birth of his soon-to-be-born child, but not before dropping off a new compilation titled, Occupied Mind.
Finga Quenga Ready To Zero The Game
After making an impact with his breakthrough single, Bingo Mi Bingo, dancehall artist Finga Quenga is banking his future success on a hard-hitting track dubbed Stuck Inna Mi Ways.
Short Ghad Urges The Youths: ‘Nah Kill’
Dancehall singjay Short Ghad has an urgent message for the Jamaican society which is plagued by chronic high rates of homicide and domestic violence: don’t kill.
Remembering Tenor Saw: The Thrilling Moment That Inspired His Iconic Song ‘Ring The Alarm’
Dancehall artist Tenor Saw had once explained how he hastily crafted his iconic 1985 clash song Ring The Alarm during a soundclash between Youth Promotion, to which he was aligned, and three other sound systems.
Minister Marion Hall Gets Real About Motherhood At 55, Says She May Take A Step Back
Minister Marion Hall has been in mommy mode since her grandniece and nephew moved into her Florida abode in July, but it’s not been without some challenges.
Byron Messia, Shenseea, Teejay, Jada Kingdom And More For Hot97’s Winter Jam 2023
Jamaican artists Byron Messia, Teejay, Shenseea, Jada Kingdom, Ding Dong and Nadg are all on the lineup for this year’s staging of Hot 97’s Winter Jam.
Universal Music Calls Max Romeo’s $15 Million Lawsuit A “Fishing Expedition”
UMG Recordings, Inc. and Polygram Publishing Inc. have asked a judge to dismiss a US$15 million lawsuit from Reggae legend Max Romeo, describing it as a “fishing expedition,” according to a copy of the filing obtained by DancehallMag.