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The latest dancehall news, pop culture and stories.

Sister Nancy’s ‘One Two’ Album To Be Reissued On Vinyl For First Time In Over 40 Years

By Dani Mallick Mon, March 24 2025, 10:28 AM EST

Sister Nancy’s groundbreaking 1982 debut album, One Two, will be reissued on vinyl for the first time in over four decades.

Producer Clive Hunt Pleased With Streaming Numbers On New Sting Reggae Project

By Claude Mills Mon, March 24 2025, 09:52 AM EST

Veteran super-producer Clive Hunt is really proud of the release OF ‘Fields Of Gold: A Reggae Tribute To Sting’, an album which dropped on March 14 via Ineffable Records.

‘Roots And Culture 3’ Tour Rocks Marseille, France

By Claude Mills Mon, March 24 2025, 09:13 AM EST

Hundreds of reggae fans packed into the Le Molotov club in Marseille, France for super-charged performances during a Wednesday night edition of the successful ‘Roots and Culture 3’ tour with Lutan Fyah, Jah Mason and Zhayna which has been crisscrossing the European continent since March 1.

Bounty Killer’s US Visa Reinstated After 15 Years

By Claude Mills Tue, March 18 2025, 07:25 PM EST

Dancehall star Bounty Killer made a triumphant return to the United States on Tuesday after his visa to the North American country was reinstated.

Jah Cure Hearing Set For June As Dutch Prosecutors Push To Reinstate Attempted Murder Charge

By Claude Mills Tue, March 11 2025, 11:27 AM EST

There will be a substantive hearing on June 18 in the case Jah Cure to determine whether Dutch prosecutors can pursue the Reggae singer on an attempted murder charge.

StaceyAnn Celebrates ‘Life’ After Beating COVID-19 Death Scare

By Claude Mills Tue, March 11 2025, 10:33 AM EST

Reggae singer StaceyAnn came chillingly close to death’s door after she caught COVID for the third time in December 2022.

Zhayna, Reggae’s Warrior Princess, Emerges On ‘Roots And Culture’ Tour Of Europe

By Claude Mills Tue, March 11 2025, 10:31 AM EST

Emerging neo-fusion singer Zhayna has developed a bit of a reputation for her constant movement onstage.

Reggae Legend Cocoa Tea Dead At 65

By Claude Mills Tue, March 11 2025, 10:01 AM EST

Reggae legend Colvin ‘Cocoa Tea’ Scott died this morning following a cardiac arrest. He was 65.

BL Tha Hook Slaya’s Song Featured In Film ‘Anora’ That Swept The Oscars

By Sheldon Williams Mon, March 10 2025, 11:23 AM EST

Reggae and dancehall producer BL Tha Hook Slaya is ecstatic that his 2017 song Hit the Strip, which he co-wrote and produced, was prominently featured in the critically acclaimed film Anora, which swept the recently held 97th Academy Awards.

Mavado’s Son And Co-Accused Freed After Court Of Appeal Finds Trial Judge’s Error

By Claude Mills Fri, March 7 2025, 06:07 PM EST

The Court of Appeal has overturned the murder convictions of Dantay Brooks, son of dancehall star David “Mavado” Brooks, and his co-accused, Andre Hinds.

Lisa Hyper’s Family Thanks Well-Wishers And Fans For Their Support

By Claude Mills Fri, March 7 2025, 12:40 PM EST

Dancehall artist Lisa Hyper is currently undergoing treatment at the University Hospital of the West Indies.

Alkaline’s ‘New Rules Festival’ Returns To Jamaica In 2025

By Dani Mallick Fri, March 7 2025, 10:08 AM EST

Dancehall artist Alkaline and New Era Productions have announced that the New Rules Festival will return to Jamaica on July 5, 2025.

Steely’s Son Takes Over Father’s Estate Amid Reggaeton Copyright Battle

By Claude Mills Thu, March 6 2025, 03:40 PM EST

Shea Johnson has officially assumed the role of executor for his father, Wycliffe “Steely” Johnson’s estate, replacing his late sister Anika Johnson.

Dancehall Artist Squash Back In ICE Custody After Firearm Arrest In Florida

By Dani Mallick Wed, March 5 2025, 09:45 PM EST

Dancehall star Squash is back in the custody of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), DancehallMag has confirmed.

Vybz Kartel To Headline U.S. Concerts For First Time In Over 20 Years At Brooklyn’s Barclays Center

By Marlon McKay Wed, March 5 2025, 06:30 PM EST

Dancehall star Vybz Kartel is making his highly anticipated return to the United States stage after two decades.

Munga Honorable’s Lawyer Wants Murder Case Thrown Out

By Claude Mills Wed, March 5 2025, 05:57 PM EST

It’s been seven years but the murder case involving dancehall star Munga Honorable is still dragging on.

Spice Sued By Her Former Friend-Spiritual Advisor RT Boss

By Claude Mills Wed, March 5 2025, 05:50 PM EST

Spiritual advisor Nardo Smith, more popularly known as RT Boss, has filed a defamation lawsuit against Queen of Dancehall Spice and her company, Spice Official Entertainment LLC.