Why Dancehall So Rarely Samples Anything, Including Itself
As Jamaica’s Dancehall sound tries to find its footing in new territory, sampling offers the guidance of the past.
Interviews
Exclusive interviews with Reggae and Dancehall artists, record execs, producers, engineers, dancers, and other celebrities.
Musical Youth Thrilled After ‘Stranger Things’ Taps ‘Pass The Dutchie’, Twice
Pass the Dutchie, a 1982 hit by Grammy-nominated British-Jamaican band Musical Youth, is the latest Reggae song to be featured in an American TV series.
Chris Gayle Thrilled About Being Featured On First Album
West Indies cricketer turned artist Chris ‘Universe Boss’ Gayle is enthusiastic about being a featured act on The Tropical House Cruises to Jamaica: The Asian Edition album, set for release on June 24.
Shelly Belly Crowned Dancing King
After 23 years as a Dancehall dance innovator, Shelly Belly was crowned Dancing King at an event held on Lyndhurst Road titled Yard and Abroad A Knock E Ball, on Saturday, May 28.
Shab Don’s Corruption Hearing Extended
Linval “Shabba” Thompson Jr., popularly known as Shab Don, who was freed of gun related charges on April 7, once again faced the law in the Kingston and St.
‘Contractor’ Receives Billboard Plaque For ‘Tropical House Cruises To Jamaica’
Music producer Sean ‘Contractor’ Edwards is over the moon after receiving a plaque for hitting the Billboard Compilation Album Chart for his project Tropical House Cruises to Jamaica: The Reggae Collector’s Edition.
Qraig Talks Solo Debut Album And The Evolution of Voicemail
After 23 years with Voicemail, Qraig, who makes up one-half of the famed Dancehall duo, will release his highly anticipated solo debut album titled Listen To Me on June 24.
Ten Questions With Kranium
New York-based Dancehall artist Kranium has been in the game for over nine years. With hits like Nobody Has To Know, Gal Policy, Last Night and We Can, the Jamaican-born entertainer says he’s here to stay because he’s laid the necessary groundwork and created a lane for himself.
Interview: Skeng, Jahshii Producer John Coop Working Towards Grammy Win
John Coop has not yet reached the two-year milestone as a Dancehall producer, but despite that, he is sure of his goals which include several Grammy awards, Billboard plaques, and to reach the success level of the famed record executive, DJ Khaled.
Likkle Vybz Says UTG Debut Album Will Address Lack Of ‘Gyal Songs’ In Dancehall
The sons of Dancehall star Vybz Kartel are steadily putting in the work with hopes of cementing their names in the fraternity like their father.
Interview: Stefflon Don Speaks On Dodgy Websites, Her Debut Album And A Potential Shenseea Collab
Stefflon Don often references world domination in interviews and, given the global appeal of her sound, it’s easy to see why.
Sean Paul, Dua Lipa’s ‘No Lie’ Hits One Billion Views On YouTube
Sean Paul is elated that the video for No Lie—his Dancehall-Pop collab with British singer Dua Lipa—has surpassed the one billion views milestone on YouTube, five years after its release.
Michael Star Talks Musical Journey And New Song ‘Tun Up’
New York-born entertainer Michael Star grew up with a niche for music, that was certainly spearheaded by his father, legendary singer, Mikey Spice.
Rytikal Talks Coffee Picking Before Fame, Sharing A Cell With Tommy Lee Sparta, Wanting To Work With Chronixx & More
Before Ryan McFarlane honed his craft at Bull Bay’s EastSyde Records, the fast-rising recording artist, known professionally as Rytikal, earned an income as a construction worker, who juggled raising goats, cannabis farming, selling jelly coconuts in Downtown Kingston, and picking coffee in the mountains for a living.
Unlocking The Malaysian Reggae Scene: Interview With Sasi The Don
Although it has been long recognized as an international art form, reggae music still struggles to gain a great foothold in Malaysia.
Shaggy Talks New Song ‘Mi Nuh Know,’ Confirms New Album On The Way
Grammy Award-winning superstar Shaggy has managed to get tongues wagging with his latest offering Mi Nuh Know, which sees the Diamond-plus selling artist speaking his mind like never before.
From ‘Selecta’ To ‘Singa’: Yaadcore Talks Debut Album ‘Reggaeland’
Today, prominent selector/DJ Yaadcore finally released Reggaeland — his debut album through his label 12 Yaad.
Interview: I-Octane Says He Just Released His Best Album Yet
Reggae and Dancehall star I-Octane, who’s known for hits like Wine and Jiggle, L.O.V.E Y.O.U., Gal A Gimme Bun, and Cyaa Do It with Gaza Slim, is confident that his fifth studio album I AM GREAT is his best work yet.
Sean Paul Happy To Be Back On Stage After Two Years
Dancehall superstar Sean Paul is happy to be back on stage after his hiatus due to the pandemic.
Mr. Lexx Announces Final Album ‘Like I Never Left’ Ahead Of Retirement
Veteran Dancehall deejay Mr. Lexx is working on his final album before retirement from the industry.