Vybz Kartel, Popcaan Reunite On ‘Dull Colour,’ And 10 More New Songs
If you’re looking to inject some new life into your weekend playlist, DancehallMag’s got you covered in this edition of our music roundup.
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Super Cat Is Not Dead: “He Has Nine Lives”
Jimmy Thomas, veteran sound system operator and a member of Super Cat’s touring team, is rubbishing claims that the Don Dadda had passed away yesterday, jokingly reminding fans that the singer has nine lives.
Tommy Lee Sparta Announces ‘The Freedom Tour,’ Set For Africa And Europe
Dancehall star Tommy Lee Sparta has announced his first tour since his release from prison earlier this year.
Byron Messia’s ‘Talibans’ Spends Six Weeks On UK Singles Chart
Byron Messia’s Talibans has now spent a total of six weeks on the UK Singles chart, and two weeks on the Billboard R&B/Hip Hop Airplay chart, solidifying what has been an impressive run by the Ztekk Records-produced track, which was released five months ago.
First Trailer For ‘Bob Marley: One Love’ Unveiled: Watch
The first trailer for Paramount Pictures’ highly anticipated Bob Marley biopic, Bob Marley: One Love, has been released.
Buju Banton Talks New Album ‘Born For Greatness’
Reggae and Dancehall star Buju Banton is preparing to release his 12th studio album – Born For Greatness.
Kemar Highcon Talks Life, Masicka And The Law
It was a revealing peak behind the scenes for Dancehall’s Sauce Boss Kemar Highcon, whose recent appearance on the Let’s Be Honest podcast touched on nearly everything in the singer’s life, from his upbringing and career in music to his Masicka diss and recent legal troubles.
Patra, Yo-Yo Have Emotional Reunion At 2023 BET Awards
It was a moving reunion for Romantic Call collaborators Patra and Yo-Yo, who shared a passionate embrace ahead of the 2023 BET Awards over the weekend.
Spice, Dexta Daps, Skillibeng, And More Perform At BET Awards 2023 In Tribute To Busta Rhymes
Spice, Dexta Daps, and Skillibeng, among others, set the Microsoft Theater ablaze in honoring American rap legend born to Jamaican parents – Busta Rhymes, who was the recipient of the Lifetime Achievement Award at the 2023 BET Awards yesterday.
Vybz Kartel’s ‘Summertime’ Hits 100 Million Views On YouTube
Vybz Kartel‘s catchy summer anthem Summertime, released in 2011, has surpassed 100 million views on YouTube as of Sunday, June 25.
Spice Deletes Instagram Post After Asking Followers Their Thoughts On Transgender Woman’s “Pregnancy”
A since-deleted Instagram post by Queen of Dancehall Spice on Wednesday seems to have stirred some tension between her and the Trans community, after the singer attempted to get her ‘besties’ opinion on a polarizing topic: whether or not men can become pregnant.
Shaggy, Fans React To ‘Bad Like Brooklyn Dancehall’ Documentary
Following the premiere of the Bad Like Brooklyn Dancehall documentary at the recently held Tribeca Film Festival, Dancehall megastar Shaggy took to Instagram to reflect on the film’s largely positive reception while celebrating the genre that made it all possible.
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.
Patra Hails Janelle Monáe As An “Amazing Performer”
Dancehall veteran Patra was thrilled to learn that it was Janelle Monáe, who wanted to sample her 1993 song Whining Skill.
Beenie Man Shuts Down Hopes For A Masicka, Alkaline Clash
Dancehall lovers looking for a clash between Masicka and Alkaline may have just had their hopes thrashed, as the Def Jam artist all but offered up a resounding rejection to the face-off, instead relying on Beenie Man to do it for him.
Janelle Monaé Samples Barrington Levy, Sister Nancy, Derrick Harriott, And More
Janelle Monaé’s The Age Of Pleasure debuted last Friday, June 9, and the American singer’s fourth studio album hits the mark on all its Reggae and Dancehall aspirations, thanks to the Jamaican artists: Grace Jones, Sister Nancy, Derrick Harriott, Barrington Levy, Mad Cobra, and Patra.
Spice Hails Bounty Killer: “My Bravery Came From Him”
Queen of Dancehall Spice says Bounty Killer may have foretold her future 26 years ago when he pulled her up on stage at 14.
Byron Messia’s ‘Talibans’Â Surges On UK Charts
Talibans, the hit song by Kittitian Dancehall star Byron Messia, has surged up the UK Singles Chart, climbing 30 places since its debut on the chart last week, to currently holding the No.
Shaggy-Produced ‘Bad Like Brooklyn Dancehall’ Documentary Premieres At Tribeca Film Festival
Bad Like Brooklyn Dancehall – a documentary exploring the emergence of Dancehall music in New York City throughout the ‘80s and ‘90s – is set to premiere today (June 8) at the Tribeca Film Festival and will mark Dancehall icon Shaggy’s debut as an executive producer in film.
Byron Messia’s ‘No Love’ Hits Billboard Reggae Chart: Here Are His Numbers In The US
Byron Messia’s No Love has debuted on the Billboard Reggae Albums Chart at No. 8 almost five months after its release, signifying the St. Kitts-based Dancehall star's growing popularity.