How A Rejection From Sizzla Gave Kemar ‘Flava’ McGregor His First Hit
They say rejection is often redirection, and this was the case for producer Kemar ‘Flava’ McGregor 24 years ago.
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Sizzla Defends His ‘Gun Songs’: “It’s Just For The Sake Of Sound Systems”
Sizzla Kalonji says he’s long accepted criticisms and flack for doing “gun songs” and gangsta music despite being a Rastafarian artist.
Sizzla Reflects On 2007 Onstage Incident With Norris Man
Reggae and Dancehall artist Sizzla Kalonji recently revisited the controversial 2007 onstage incident with Norris Man at the ‘St.
Music Police Impress Sizzla
After being criticized heavily by Sizzla in his 2018 song Music Police, the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) appears to now be in his good books, courtesy of their band, which impressed the August Town native with their interpretation of his 22-year-old song Give Me a Try.
Don Corleon Hails Jamaica Constabulary Force Band’s Rendition Of Sizzla’s ‘Give Me A Try’
The Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) band’s soulful rendition of Sizzla Kalonji’s 2003 hit song Give Me a Try has attracted the attention of the song’s producer, Don Corleon, who has expressed pride in producing music that stands the test of time.
Tommy Lee Sparta To Perform With Orchestra
It’s standard to see dancehall acts perform with a band or DJ, but Tommy Lee Sparta is switching things up with a full-on orchestra this Labour Day weekend.
UK Rap Duo Young T & Bugsey Put Their Spin On A Classic Sizzla Song
British rap duo Ra’chard “Young T” Tucker and Doyin “Bugsey” Julius, who rose to prominence with 2019’s Don’t Rush, have put their spin on Sizzla‘s classic hit, Solid As A Rock.
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.
Drake Praises Two Classic Sizzla Songs At Toronto Karaoke Party
Canadian rapper Drake expressed his admiration for two classic Sizzla Kalonji songs at Tyrone “T-rex” Edwards’ ‘Nostalgia’ Karaoke Party in Toronto over the weekend.
Luciano Says He Left Xterminator Camp Because Of Sizzla, Jesse Jendah
Reggae star Luciano has said it was the ‘unacceptable’ actions of Sizzla Kalonji and the late Jesse Jendah that caused him to make what he described as a “heartrending departure” from Reggae/Dancehall producer Fattis Burrel’s Xterminator camp in 1999.
Sizzla Takes Aim At US Embassy Over LGBTQ Support: “Keep Your Visa!”
Declaring that a visa was not important to his career, as he was a superstar long before he received one, Sizzla Kalonji has rebuked the United States for allowing female spaces to be invaded by men and its Embassy in Jamaica for ‘daring’ to fly the LGBTQ flag.
Burna Boy Hails Sizzla As “Big Inspiration” During Visit To Jamaican Star’s ‘Judgement Yard’
The African Giant Burna Boy hailed Reggae star Sizzla Kalonji as one of his biggest influences.
Six Dancehall Songs For Dad: 2023 Father’s Day Playlist
Dancehall and reggae artists have been known for immortalizing their mothers in songs. However, songs expressing love to fathers in the dancehall space, have been few and far between and it is only in the recent past that fathers have been getting some positive highlights dedicated to them.
Tatik Shares A Lesson On Purpose, And 10 New Songs
Check out new tracks from Tatik, Stephen Marley, Valiant, Byron Messia, Govana, Blvk H3ro, Bugle, Stalk Ashley, Jah Vinci, and more.
Isaiah Laing Wants “10 Giants Of Dancehall” For Sting 2023
Supreme Promotions chairman and founder of Sting Isaiah Laing says Bounty Killer, Beenie Man, Sizzla, and Capleton are among his “10 giants of Dancehall,” who he wants to grace the show on Boxing Day this year.The
The 30 Best Shaggy Songs Of All Time, Ranked
The career of Dancehall megastar Shaggy has been, in a word – enviable. Here are 30 of his best songs of all time.
Shenseea Hails Dancehall Greats In Throwback Clip Of Herself At 19
Shenseea was recently in a nostalgic mood, posting a throwback video where she hailed some Dancehall veterans in a freestyle.
Beenie Man Launches ‘Pinky Initiative’ To Help DHQ Carlene’s Sister Beat Cancer: “We Need US$50,000”
‘The Doctor’ Beenie Man is using his influence to rally support for cancer patient Pinky, the sister of his former spouse Dancehall Queen Carlene Smith.
Bounty Killer Hails Sizzla, DJ Khaled: “Brotherhood And Friendship, They Don’t Make Like That Anymore”
Dancehall artist Bounty Killer recently took a moment to salute his two friends, Sizzla Kalonji and Palestinian-American producer DJ Khaled.
450’s ‘Live N’ Learn’ And 8 More New Songs
Every week DancehallMag writers highlight new Jamaican songs and videos you should add to your Reggae, Dancehall, Trap, and R&B playlists.