Jay-A Banking On ‘Pain’ With Mavado, Dexta Daps
Gangster tunes are a dime a dozen, but songs that add socio-economic context to why some men opt to stay strapped?
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Opinion, reviews, interviews, staff lists, rankings, and other long talking about Reggae and Dancehall music and culture.
Musician Dean Fraser Hails Late Singer Bob Andy, Says Tribute Album Was Deserving
“He was not just a normal, ordinary guy who wrote a couple rhymes,” saxophonist Dean Fraser told DancehallMag about late singer-songwriter Bob Andy.
The Top 100 Most Streamed Jamaican Dancehall, Reggae Songs Of All Time
What’s the most streamed Jamaican song of all time? Take a guess. There are just too many fantastic hits to choose from, right?
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.
Steely & Clevie Has Trouble Tracking Down Some Reggaeton Artists, Producers In ‘Dem Bow’ Copyright Lawsuit
Steely & Clevie Productions Ltd says that, despite its best efforts, it has been unable to effect service of its copyright infringement complaint on some of the Defendants, all of whom, it is alleged, infringed on the Dancehall production company’s Fish Market riddim, better known as Dem Bow.
Interview: Koffee Talks Headlining Miramar’s Afro-Carib Fest, New Album, Sam Smith Collab, And More
Jamaican singer Koffee is slated to headline the third annual Afro-Carib Festival at the Miramar Regional Park Amphitheater in Florida on Saturday (February 25).
‘Reggae Music Needs A Pension Plan’
Veteran singer Josie Mel believes that the major stakeholders in the reggae music fraternity need to hammer together a plan to implement a pension plan for aging artists and musicians.
Bounty Killer, Cham & Dexta Daps’ ‘Slow Motion,’ And 8 More New Songs
New releases from Jamaican artists include a sizzling Valentine’s Day jam from Bounty Killer, Baby Cham, and Dexter Daps, and Ishawna’s New Child.
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.
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.
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.
Five Reggae/Dancehall Tours You Need To Look Out For In 2023
It’s been three years since a global pandemic restricted movement worldwide, along with many of the “little” things we took for granted – like concerts.
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.
Interview: Jahshii Finding Blessings In The Grimey Underbelly Of Dancehall Music
Emerging from Kingston’s famous, unforgiving, rich underbelly, Grant’s Pen native Jahshii has distinguished himself through his skills in recording studio, and on stage.
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.
Stalk Ashley’s ‘EarthQuake,’ And 14 More New Songs
New releases from Jamaican Dancehall and Reggae artists over the last week include Stalk Ashley on a banger dubbed EarthQuake, Beenie Man on his flossy single Sail Out, and a collab titled Gyal Dem Time with Shaggy and Teejay.
The Rise Of Obeah In Dancehall Music
Dancehall artist Unknown Gringo is well aware that there is a connection between lotto scamming and the use of obeah to protect the ill-gotten gains. He
Interview: Collie Buddz Encourages Fans To ‘Take It Easy’
It can be easy to become preoccupied with the dynamism of everyday life, and Collie Buddz’s new single Take It Easy is a reminder to stop and smell the roses you’ve planted.
Throwback Thursday: Max Romeo’s ‘Chase The Devil’
While unwavering tenacity, defiance and righteous purpose are themes that effortlessly prevail in Roots Reggae, they can just as easily describe Max Romeo’s 1976 classic hit, Chase The Devil – this week’s song to be remembered on Throwback Thursday.