Skillibeng Lands On Barack Obama’s 2024 Favorite Music List
Former U.S. President Barack Obama unveiled his list of favorite movies, books, and music for 2024 on social media this Friday.
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Grace Jones, BEAM Earn First Gold Certifications In The US
Jamaican icon Grace Jones and singer and producer BEAM, the eldest son of gospel-reggae artist Papa San, have earned their first Gold certifications in the United States for their contributions to Beyoncé’s 2022 album Renaissance.
Sean Paul, Beyoncé’s ‘Baby Boy’ Certified 2X Platinum In US
Sean Paul and Beyoncé’s Baby Boy is now certified 2X Platinum in the United States, over two decades after its release.
Bob Marley’s ‘Natural Mystic’ Becomes His First Non-‘Legend’ Track To Hit Silver In The UK
Bob Marley and The Wailers’ Natural Mystic is the band’s first original song to earn a Silver certification in the United Kingdom without appearing on the best-selling Legend deluxe compilation, making it a historic moment for the Reggae legend’s discography.
Bob Marley Tops Billboard’s 2024 ‘Year-End’ Reggae Charts—For Fifth Year In A Row
Reggae band Bob Marley & The Wailers holds the No. 1 position on the Billboard Year-End Reggae Albums Artists chart, as well as the Year-End Reggae Albums chart with their greatest hits collection Legend: The Best Of Bob Marley & The Wailers—for the fifth year in a row.
Bob Marley’s ‘Legend’ Hits 18 Million In U.S. Sales And Streams
Bob Marley and the Wailers’ greatest hit compilation Legend – The Best Of Bob Marley and the Wailers was certified 18X Platinum on December 6, signifying sales and streams equivalent of 18 million units recorded in the United States, according to the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA).
Skillibeng Earns Second Silver Certification In The UK With Tyla’s ‘Jump’
Dancehall artist Skillibeng has achieved another milestone in the United Kingdom, securing his second Silver certification from the British Phonographic Industry (BPI) for his feature on Tyla’s hit single Jump.
Six Jamaican Artists Nominated For ‘Best Caribbean Music Act’ At 2025 MOBO Awards
Popcaan, Shenseea, Skillibeng, Spice, Valiant, and YG Marley will vie for the ‘Best Caribbean Music Act’ title at the 2025 MOBO Awards, which celebrates music of black origin in the United Kingdom.
YG Marley’s ‘Praise Jah In The Moonlight’ Certified Platinum In US
YG Marley’s debut single, Praise Jah In The Moonlight, has been certified Platinum in the United States.
Notch’s ‘Nuttin Nuh Go So’ Goes Silver In The UK
Notch’s Dancehall hit Nuttin Nuh Go So is now certified Silver in the United Kingdom, 23 years after it was released on Tony Kelly’s classic Buy Out riddim.
Jimmy Cliff’s Iconic ‘You Can Get It If You Really Want’ Certified Silver In The UK
Reggae legend Jimmy Cliff’s iconic song You Can Get It If You Really Want is now certified Silver in the United Kingdom.
Steely & Clevie Attorney Faces Disqualification In Reggaetón Copyright Case
Garth A. Clarke, one of the attorneys representing Steely & Clevie Productions Ltd in its Reggaetón copyright lawsuit, is facing disqualification from the case due to an alleged conflict of interest.
Jaz Elise Captivates With Stunning Visuals For New Single ‘Unforgettable’
Jamaican singer Jaz Elise has released her latest single, Unforgettable, a track celebrating freedom, love, and self-discovery.
Mr. Easy Celebrates Birthday With Times Square Premiere Of ‘Inside’ Video
Dancehall artist Mr Easy marked his birthday with a milestone—the premiere of his music video Inside in the heart of Times Square on November 15.
Junior Toots Plans Tribute Album In Honor Of His Father, Reggae Legend Toots Hibbert
Reggae singer Junior Toots says he is gearing up for a massive year in 2025 with a tribute album to his late father, Reggae legend Toots Hibbert, atop his itinerary.Â
Popcaan Releases Action Figure To Celebrate 10th Anniversary Of Debut Album
Dancehall star Popcaan has teamed up with Mixpak Records to commemorate the 10th anniversary of his debut album, Where We Come From, with the release of an exclusive collectible.
Sean Paul, Keyshia Cole’s ‘(When You Gonna) Give It Up To Me’ Certified Silver In The UK
Sean Paul’s 2006 hit (When You Gonna) Give It Up To Me, featuring American singer Keyshia Cole, has just been certified Silver in the United Kingdom.
Buju Banton Thanks Fans For Sold-Out Brooklyn Show: See Photos
Reggae and Dancehall superstar Buju Banton continued his ‘The Overcomer Tour’ at a packed Barclays Center in Brooklyn on Sunday, November 17.
Chaka Demus & Pliers’ ‘Murder She Wrote’ Certified Platinum In The UK
Chaka Demus & Pliers’ Dancehall hit Murder She Wrote is now certified Platinum in the United Kingdom more than thirty years after its release.Â
Popcaan’s ‘TWIST & TURN’ With Drake, PartyNextDoor Certified Gold In The US
Popcaan’s TWIST & TURN, featuring Drake and PartyNextDoor, is now certified Gold in the United States.