Byron Messia’s ‘Talibans’ Certified Gold In Canada
Dancehall artist Byron Messia has earned a Gold certification in Canada for his hit song, Talibans.
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Byron Messia: ‘I Got The Biggest Dancehall Song Since 2005’
Byron Messia‘s hit song Talibans has undeniably made waves this year, but the Jamaican-born Kittitian star’s recent claim that it’s the “biggest song in Dancehall since 2005” has attracted skepticism and outright disagreement from fans and music professionals alike.
Skeng, Girlfriend Asya Miller Expecting Second Child
Dancehall artist Skeng is expecting baby number two. The 22-year-old Protocol deejay, who tugged at heartstrings in March this year when he shared glimpses of his firstborn, Kevon Douglas Jr.,
Teejay, Sean Paul Perform At Madison Square Gardens Hip-Hop Celebration Concert
Dancehall artists Sean Paul and TeeJay performed at the Hot 97 ‘50 Years Of Hip-Hop’ show at Madison Square Gardens last night during a sold-out show, which also featured French Montana, Wu-Tang Clan, Mary J.
Mykal Rose Shares Life Experiences On New Album ‘I Give You Love’
Mykal Rose, the former, Grammy Award-winning lead singer from Black Uhuru, has released a new album, I Give You Love, today, September 15.
MTV VMAs 2023: Shenseea Nails Presentation, Cardi B And Offset Turn Up To Teejay’s ‘Drift’
Jamaican star Shenseea was in her presenter hat at last night’s MTV Video Music Awards (VMAs) at the Prudential Centre in Newark, New Jersey.
Erica Mena Apologizes For Using Racial Slur Against Spice On LHHATL
Former Love & Hip Hop: Atlanta (LHHATL) star Erica Mena has apologized for any damage she may have caused after calling Spice a “blue monkey” during a heated argument that aired on the reality TV show.
Beenie Man’s ‘Simma’ First Week Album Sales Are In
Beenie Man‘s Simma, his seventeenth studio album, failed to debut on the sales and streaming-driven Billboard Reggae Albums chart in the week following its release on September 1.
Bling Dawg Shares Remarkable Weight Loss Journey
Dancehall artist Bling Dawg recently shared his remarkable weight loss journey, aiming to inspire and uplift his Instagram followers.
Stick Figure Shares Reggae Cover Of Green Day’s ‘Boulevard Of Broken Dreams’
American Reggae band Stick Figure released a cover of Green Day’s bleak 2004 hit Boulevard of Broken Dreams on Thursday (September 7).
311’s Reggae Cover Of The Cure’s ‘Love Song’ Certified Platinum In The US
American band 311, known for blending rock with Reggae rhythms and Hip-Hop/Funk breakdowns, earned three new Platinum singles in the United States on Thursday, including their 2004 Reggae-rock cover of The Cure’s Lovesong.
Listen To Lee ‘Scratch’ Perry’s Posthumous Album ‘Destiny’
Producer Bob Riddim and Delicious Vinyl Island have released Destiny, a new album recorded by Reggae legend Lee ‘Scratch’ Perry during the last year of his life.
Interview: Richie Spice Talks 10th Studio Album “Black Man Time”
Reggae artist Richie Spice has marked his 52nd birthday with the release of his 10th studio album—Black Man Time—today, September 8, 2023.
John Holt’s ‘Police In Helicopter’ Turns 40
VP/Greensleeves Records is celebrating the 40th anniversary of John Holt’s iconic Police in Helicopter LP by sharing a rare 1983 12-inch single mix – informally known as the ‘Sirens Mix’ – to streaming, and previously unreleased photos from the cover shoot by Tim O’Sullivan.
Patoranking Recruits Popcaan, Beenie Man For New Album
Nigerian star Patoranking has recruited Jamaica’s very own Popcaan and Beenie Man as well as Ludacris, Diamond Platnumz, Kizz Daniel, Victony, Gyakie and Zion Foster for his fourth studio album, World Best, released today (September 6, 2023).
Shenseea Says She Attended Beyoncé’s Renaissance Concert To Be “Inspired”
Jamaican singer Shenseea says that she attended Beyoncé’s Renaissance Concert Tour in Inglewood, California over the weekend not just as a fan, but also as an artist seeking inspiration.
Stage Set For Arguments In Steely & Clevie’s Copyright Lawsuit Against Bad Bunny And Other Reggaetón Stars
The legal battle between Reggae/Dancehall production company Steely & Clevie and almost all major Reggaetón artists is poised to roll into a California courtroom this month.
Erica Mena Booted From LHHATL After Calling Spice A “Blue Monkey”
Love & Hip-Hot: Atlanta star Erica Mena has been given the boot. She will appear in the last three episodes of season 11, but will not return for the next season of the VH1 show. This
Popcaan Says He Spent J$8 Million On ‘Off To School’ Treat In St. Thomas
Dancehall artist Popcaan says he racked up a J$8 million (approximately $US 51,000) bill for his annual ‘Off To School’ treat in his hometown of St.
Kranium’s ‘Gal Policy’ Certified Silver In The UK
Kranium‘s Gal Policy is now certified Silver in the United Kingdom, three years after its release. According to the British Phonographic Industry (BPI), the song was issued a BRIT Certified Silver award today (September 1) after it sold over 200,000 units in the UK, as measured by The Official Charts Company.