Vybz Kartel, Masicka Meet Again For ‘Shootaz’
Six years after Infrared, Portmore natives Masicka and Vybz Kartel are back with another collaboration titled Shootaz, produced by Adidjahiem Records.
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Bounty Killer, Mr. Vegas Both Declare Victory After Recent Clash
The two-decade-old feud between Bounty Killer and Mr. Vegas appears to be approaching another lull, with a series of victory-declaring posts by both Dancehall artists after their recent lyrical exchanges.
Stefflon Don Thrills With Self-Directed Music Video For ‘Dem Dead’
British Jamaican rapper Stefflon Don has unveiled a new, self-directed video for ‘Dem Dead’, the third single from her upcoming debut album, Island 54.
Throwback Thursday: Barrington Levy’s ‘Black Roses’
In 1983, Barrington Levy’s ‘Black Roses’ spread its roots all throughout Reggae music and the world, and subsequently became one of Levy’s most iconic tunes.
Sean Paul To Perform At J. Cole’s Dreamville Festival
J. Cole’s annual Dreamville Festival will have a bit of Dancehall flavor this time around, as Jamaican megastar Sean Paul has been announced among the star-studded lineup.
OMI Samples Mad Cobra, Beenie Man Tries Drill, And 10 More New Songs
Dancehall artists have been in the lab, and the wave of new music, coupled with a few albums sprinkled in between, is evidence of that.
Quavo’s New Track ‘Greatness’ Carried By Reggae Beat
Greatness, a new song released yesterday by American rapper and one-third of the Migos, Quavo, is a Hip-Hop experiment that owes much of its likeability to its backing Reggae instrumentals.
Throwback Thursday: Barrington Levy, Bounty Killer’s ‘Living Dangerously’
The ages-old debate about whether or not Dancehall music has gotten better or worse over the years hardly lends itself to objectivity.
Privy Council Refuses Hear New Evidence In Vybz Kartel’s Appeal: Social Media Reacts
Yesterday’s bombshell that the Privy Council had rejected Vybz Kartel’s efforts to introduce fresh evidence and additional grounds for appeal to overturn his murder conviction has left social media in a frenzy.
Rihanna Turns 35! Her Ten Best Dancehall-Inspired Songs
As Rihanna celebrates her 35th birthday today, February 20, we take a look back at the times the Bajan billionaire dabbled in Dancehall and Reggae music.
Alkaline’s ‘Mad Luv,’ And 8 More New Songs
Alkaline, Skeng, Jah Cure and Valiant are among the artists to release new music recently, we highlight those projects, among others, just in case you’re looking to spruce up your playlist.
Rapper Don Toliver Heavily Samples A Beenie Man Classic In New Song ‘4 Me’ – Listen
Zagga zow! Beenie Man’s classic Girls Dem Sugar is the backbone of Don Toliver’s latest single 4 Me – a groovy Hip Hop/R&B tune from the American rapper’s upcoming album, Lovesick.
Throwback Thursday: Vybz Kartel’s ‘Thank Yuh Jah’
Thank Yuh Jah, a rare moment in Vybz Kartel’s discography in which he convincingly toed the line between religion and morality, is this week’s Throwback Thursday subject.
Beenie Man On Why He’s Never Worked With DJ Khaled
Grammy award-winning producer DJ Khaled has collaborated with some of Dancehall’s heaviest hitters over the years, but noticeably absent from that list is King of the Dancehall Beenie Man.
Five Reggae/Dancehall Albums That Should Have Been Nominated For A Grammy
The Grammy Awards’ history in relation to the Best Reggae Album category, is one not without its share of controversy.
Usain Bolt Thanks Fans After Receiving Billboard Plaque
Sprint legend-turned-music producer Usain Bolt was in a mood of gratitude on Saturday after receiving a Billboard plaque for his Country Yutes album, which peaked at No.
Beenie Man Weighs In On Bounty Killer, Mr. Vegas’ Feud
King of the Dancehall Beenie Man has weighed in on the ongoing and deep-rooted feud between Bounty Killer and Mr. Vegas, which seems to have peaked for yet another round.
Masicka Signs With Def Jam
Dancehall star Masicka has all but confirmed his new relationship with American label Def Jam Recordings, under which he’s released his latest single Pieces featuring Jahshii.
Throwback Thursday: Beenie Man, Ms. Thing’s ‘Dude’
Dude, the smash hit by Beenie Man and Miss Thing, had such a stranglehold on Dancehall music in 2003, that you just had to be there to truly get it.
Grand Theft Auto: 15 Dub, Reggae & Dancehall Classics From The Gaming Franchise
Rockstar Games’ multibillion-dollar gaming franchise Grand Theft Auto has always been known for its diverse and unforgettable soundtracks.