Sean Paul Says Marcus Garvey Inspires Him
In light of Jamaica’s 54th annual Heroes’ Day celebrations, Dancehall megastar Sean Paul says the country’s first National Hero, The Rt.
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Ras Astor Black’s ‘Reggae Walk Of Fame’ Closer To Getting Permanent Home
Montego Bay businessman and music producer Ras Astor Black says his many years of struggle to find a permanent home for the Reggae Walk of Fame, which he conceptualized almost three decades ago, seems headed to become a reality, at long last.
Alaine Breaks Into Powerful Prayer After Woman Faints On Stage During Her Performance
“Everything has to stop when somebody else is in need; it’s just what it is,” a shaken-up Alaine told DancehallMag at Jamaica Family Fest in St.
Tommy Lee Sparta Denies Gang Affiliation Reports
The management of Dancehall artist Tommy Lee Sparta vehemently denies recent ‘reports’ that he’s involved in gang activities.
Grammy Awards 2024: Our Predictions For ‘Best Reggae Album’ Nominees
The Grammy Award for Best Reggae Album has 65 entries this year, a slight dip from 67 in 2022 and a sharp decline from 125 in 2021.
Capleton Promises “Fire Bunning” And “Righteousness” On Upcoming European Tour
The Fireman Capleton has announced that he will be embarking on part two of his European Tour, which will see him performing live at 22 shows beginning October 15 to November 17 at his Capleton Live in Concert series, for which he has promised “fire bunning” and “righteousness.”
Yanique ‘Curvy Diva’ Denies Having Diabetes
Entertainer-turned-restaurateur Yanique ‘Curvy Diva’ Barrett is shutting down rumors that she is undergoing treatment for diabetes.
Valiant Addresses Miami Carnival Flop And More In ‘Beer & Salt’
Valiant’s latest single, Beer & Salt, chronicles the star’s recent failures, depression, and the burdens of success.
Ibo Cooper, Founding Member Of Third World, Dead At 71
Reggae musician Michael ‘Ibo’ Cooper, a founding member of Reggae band Third World, passed away earlier today.
Gladstone Wright, Music Producer-Cop Behind Jah Cure’s ‘Prison Walls’, Is Dead
Music producer and retired senior superintendent of police Gladstone Wright, best known as being one of the producers behind Jah Cure’s hit song True Reflections (Behind These Prison Walls), died recently.
Sean Paul Launches ‘Dutty Rock’ Merch
Sean Paul has launched his ‘Dutty Merch’ line, a collection of apparel inspired by his Grammy Award-winning, multi-platinum sophomore album, Dutty Rock.
Shenseea Wishes Victoria Monét’s ‘On My Mama’ Was Her Song
Shenseea has been open about wanting to find a new sound, and her current playlist is giving insight into what that could be.
Ziggy Marley’s Tuff Gong Worldwide Speaks Out Against Hamas Attack On Israel
Ziggy Marley’s record label Tuff Gong Worldwide has called on non-Jews to speak out against the recent attack on Israelis by Hamas, the Palestinian militant group that rules the Gaza Strip, and which has as its mission, the destruction of the State of Israel.
Pamputtae’s UK Visa Reinstated After 11 Years
Pamputtae is the latest Dancehall artist to have her UK visa reinstated. The It Good singer was notably ecstatic on Monday when she shared a photo of her visa page to Instagram.
Collie Buddz’s ‘Take It Easy’ Ends His No. 1 Streak On Billboard Reggae Album Chart
Bermudian reggae artist Collie Buddz’s fourth studio album, Take It Easy, has opened at No. 10 on the Billboard Reggae Albums chart, breaking his previous streak of three No.
Wayne Wonder’s ‘No Letting Go’ Hits 100 Million Milestone On Spotify
Wayne Wonder’s No Letting Go – the 2002 hit produced by Steven ‘Lenky’ Marsden on the Diwali riddim – surpassed 100 million streams on Spotify today, (October 9).
Kranium Says Gold-Selling Hit ‘Can’t Believe’ Was An Underdog
‘Melody Gad’ Kranium has often classified his songs as creepers, but he’s also had underdogs, as is the case with Can’t Believe.
The 9ine Connects With Rubi Rose On New Song ‘Obsessed With Me’
Rubi Rose found her “bad man” in Jamaica after all, after teaming up with Dancehall artist 9ine on a new single Obsessed With Me.
Kranium Credits Usher For Showing Him The Game
Though Kranium has had a few mentors before and after getting his big break in 2013, there’s only one person he credits for really showing him the ins and outs of the music business: singing superstar Usher.
Minister Marion Hall Says She Believes J Capri Made It To Heaven
December will mark eight years since the world was stripped of fast-rising singer J Capri, but Minister Marion Hall rests assured that she is in heaven.