Scantana Breaks With Dancehall Briefly To Combat Mumble Rap With ‘Sir Come Vent’
“I am still a Dancehall artist!” That’s what Scantana told DancehallMag following the release of his Sir Come Vent freestyle which dropped in late July.
Interviews
Exclusive interviews with Reggae and Dancehall artists, record execs, producers, engineers, dancers, and other celebrities.
Interview: A Dose of MediSun
Grammy Award-winning songwriter and musician MediSun’s latest song, Hands Off, was inspired by a 100-day trip to Africa in 2019.
Interview: Jahvillani Talks New Album ‘Dirt To Bentley’
From his potent lyrics in Nuh Reason, his allegiance affirmations in Wileside Government to his international sensationalizing in Clarks Pon Foot, St Ann born Dancehall artist Jahvillani has made an indelible mark in the industry.
Earn Your Leisure’s Troy And Rashad Talk With JR Watkis About Jamaican Music Connection With Hip Hop And More
Rashad Bilal and Troy Millings’ Earn Your Leisure podcast has been a top podcast in Jamaica and other parts of the world.
Chris Williams Shares How Dancehall/Reggae Artists Can Attract Investments And Capitalize On Jamaican Culture
Proven Wealth CEO Chris Williams manages over US$1Bn and his company, is the biggest shareholder In Dream Entertainment, the organizers of Dream Weekend.
Hazard Poshgad Shines With ‘Grateful’
Dancehall artist Hazard Poshgad is pleased with the response to his latest single, Grateful, an ode to giving thanks for one’s position in life.
3T Krush Is Gunning For The ‘Top Dolla’
Dancehall artiste 3T Krush should be on everyone’s radar. He is hoping to ‘crush’ his rivals with his futuristic flows, savvy lyrics and his boyish good looks.
Boozy Bee Ready To Drop ‘Ignarant’ Album
Dancehall-rapper Boozy Bee always had a love for making music, and he wanted a way to escape the grind of the streets so he began writing and deejaying his grimy street anthem, writing a series of great songs which are a heartfelt testimony to his upbringing and clearly show why so many regard him as the voice of the streets.
Rising Star Royal Blu On Blurring The Lines Between Genres, ‘Divine Timing’ EP
Few artists exude versatility like Jamaican singer/songwriter Royal Blu. By blurring the lines between genres such as reggae, rap and hip-hop, Blu (born Sean Michael Francis) crafted a unique musical style, one he’s ready to share with the world on his aptly titled Divine Timing EP due later this year.
Black Queen Pushes Anti-Vax Stance With ‘Blood Clean’
Reggae artist Black Queen’s latest single, Black Clean featuring Utterance, touts her anti-vax stance. “There are many medical risks, including autism, of being vaccinated.
Legal Battle Looms Between Toots Hibbert’s Estate And The Maytals Band
There is a looming legal battle between the estate of the late Reggae icon Toots Hibbert and members of The Maytals band over the use of ‘The Maytals Band’ name.
Qyor On ‘Be High’ Success With Kranium, Dexta Daps And The Growth Of His Music
Jamaican music is home to a host of different types of artists, from Deejays and lyricists to supreme vocalists, and those who have worked hard to be well-rounded in all areas.
Stefflon Don Talks Jamaican Roots, Her Buju Banton Connection And How She Uses Womanhood To Her Advantage
With over one billion streams across music platforms, Stephanie Victoria Allen aka Stefflon Don is the most successful female contemporary rapper/Dancehall DJ from the UK.
Jamaica Music Society Paid Out $200 Million Dollars To Industry
Jamaica Music Society (JAMMS) has been in operation since 2007 and General Manager Evon Mullings is tasked with organizing a seamless machinery locally and internationally, to collect royalties on behalf of its members, while playing an active role in improving the perception of Jamaica’s music business.
Etana Talks Taking Charge Of Her Career, Connects With Africa For Her Latest Album
After years of being with Reggae label VP Records, Etana has declared her freedom and released two albums in two years.
Racquel Jones Escapes Pitfalls Of Local Mindset With Experimental New Album ‘IgnoRANT’
Very often, the discussion about the definition and distinction of Dancehall and Reggae from offshore genres, is predicated on the idea that a particular sound is the core of our genres.
An Interview With Demarco ‘Da Don’, Dancehall Music’s All Rounder
After nearly fifteen years in music, Dancehall star Demarco is finally releasing his debut album, Melody on October 22.
Producer Sean Alaric Shines On ‘Royal’ And More
Sean Alaric hails from Miami and has been making waves in Jamaica and the US with his distinct Dancehall and fusion productions.
Amlak RedSquare: Family Man, Free Thinker, Versatile Messenger
Amlak RedSquare is a man on a mission: to be as much a formidable force in reggae & dancehall as an example of excellence.
Bay C Unapologetic About T.O.K.’s 90s Hits But Now Making More Inclusive Music
Former T.O.K. member, Roshaun ‘Bay-C’ Clarke, recently sold a reggae NFT. In this interview, we talk about his two-decade journey in music and how he came to learn about NFTs.