The Best Of Cocoa Tea: His 20 Most Essential Songs
Colvin ‘Cocoa Tea’ Scott, who passed away on Tuesday at 65, was one of Reggae and Dancehall’s most enduring and beloved vocalists.
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The 10 Best Songs Inspired By Shabba Ranks’ ‘Ting-A-Ling’ And The ‘Giggy’ Riddim
Over the years, the influence of both the Giggy Riddim (created in 1991) and Shabba Ranks’ Ting-a-Ling has spawned a wave of new songs that were inspired as much by Shabba’s delivery as they were by the instrumental itself.
Tyler, The Creator’s “First Reggae Song” – Which Samples Fil Callendar’s ‘Baby My Love’ – Certified Platinum In The US
Sweet/I Thought You Wanted To Dance, a standout track on Tyler, The Creator’s Grammy Award-winning album, Call Me If You Get Lost, is now certified Platinum in the United States, three years after its release.
The 40 Best Dancehall Songs Of 2023, Ranked By YouTube Views
Jamaican music, for all its troubles, had an impressive showing last year! Here, we’ve rounded up YouTube’s 40 most-streamed songs from Dancehall artists that kept us moving in 2023.
The Jamaican Artists Making Their Film Debut In The ‘Bob Marley: One Love’ Biopic
The upcoming Bob Marley biopic, Bob Marley: One Love, is staying true to its producers’ claim of authenticity, as more than a few members of its supporting cast are Jamaican artists and musicians – some of whom are children of real-life associates of the Reggae legend.
The 30 Best Reggae And Dancehall Albums Of 2023
The year 2023 brought a wave of compelling albums from the Dancehall and Reggae genres. From Elephant Man's energetic "Cool Reminder" to Collie Buddz's polished "Take It Easy," artists showcased their best.
Rvssian Dusts Off 2009’s ‘Go-Go Club’ Riddim For Najeeriii’s ‘Phat Phat’
With a few tweaks, Rvssian has revived his Go Go Club Riddim, originally released in 2009, for Najeeriii’s latest song, Phat Phat, which premiered on Wednesday.
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.
Lil Wayne, Buju Banton, And Shabba Ranks Raise Their ‘Hallelujahs’ For Upcoming Biblical Film
Lil Wayne, Buju Banton, and Shabba Ranks are the voices behind Jeymes Samuel’s Hallelujah Heaven, one of the first offerings from the star-studded soundtrack of The Book of Clarence, an upcoming film starring LaKeith Stanfield.
Sean Paul, Spice, Popcaan And More Jamaican Stars React To Massive Earthquake
Sean Paul, Wayne Marshall, and others, are among a number of Jamaican entertainers who took to social media today after a terrifying earthquake struck the island.
Bob Andy’s 20 Best Songs, Ranked On His Birthday
Keith ‘Bob Andy’ Anderson, the veteran whose career spanned decades, is widely recognized as one of the most influential Reggae artists ever.
Interview: Veterans King Jammy, Clive Hunt Decry Reggae And Dancehall’s Deviation From Tradition
The perceived descent of Dancehall and Reggae music has been the subject of much discussion. Now furthering that discourse are legendary Jamaican producers, Lloyd ‘King Jammy’ James and Clive Hunt, who shared their unique insights with DancehallMag, drawing from nearly 100 years of musical experience between them.
How The Beatles Inspired Clive Hunt’s Latest Reggae Album
The Beatles-inspired Rub-A-Dub Soul, released today via VP Records, marks a full-circle moment for renowned Dancehall and Reggae producer Clive Hunt.
King Jammy Eyes Grammy With Gregory Isaacs Album, ‘Rebirth Of The Cool Ruler’
Grammy aspirations hang high for legendary Dancehall and Reggae producer, King Jammy, whose latest compilation album, Rebirth of the Cool Ruler – featuring Shaggy, Sean Paul and Bounty Killer, among others – offers a new age take on a host of tunes from Gregory Isaac’s digital catalog.
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.
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).
Popcaan, Vybz Kartel And Fivio Foreign Pour ‘Tequila Shots,’ And 9 More New Songs
Enchanting and passionate selections, balanced by contemplative tracks from big names like Mavado and Chronic Law, dominate this iteration of our music roundup.
Mystic Marley, Nailah Blackman Honor Their Grandfathers Bob Marley, Lord Shorty On New Song ‘Jump’
An amalgamation of sounds honoring the rich legacy of Reggae music, Dancehall, and Soca underpin the energetic new song, Jump, by Mystic Marley, Trinidadian singer Nailah Blackman, and DJ/producer Walshy Fire.
Teejay, Kyodi Fling Two More Diss Tracks At Byron Messia
It’s been radio silence from the Byron Messia camp in the wake of two new diss tracks – Kyodi’s Yaadman Badness and Teejay’s Unwanted Child.
Bnxn Taps Popcaan For Afrobeats Track ‘Final Answer’
Dancehall star Popcaan has been featured on Afrobeats singer Bnxn’s newly-released album, Sincerely, Benson, appearing on the final track, Final Answer.