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Babsy Grange To Valiant: “You Have An Awesome Responsibility”
As suggested by her boss, Prime Minister Andrew Holness and former Cabinet Member Karl Samuda, Entertainment Minister Olivia “Babsy” Grange…
Skillibeng To Join Drake On ‘IAAB’ Tour In Chicago
Esyde deejay Skillibeng will be joining Drake, as the rapper kicks off his ‘It’s All A Blur’ (IAAB) tour on…
Buju Banton Talks New Album ‘Born For Greatness’
Reggae and Dancehall star Buju Banton is preparing to release his 12th studio album – Born For Greatness. His last…
Dexta Daps Thanks Davido After They Shared The Stage In Washington DC
Nigerian singer Davido launched his North American summer ‘Timeless Tour’ in Washington, DC on Saturday (July 1) and brought Dexta…
Shenseea Defends Portrayal Of Same-Sex Relationships In Her Music
Shenseea has fired back at critics who disapprove of her representation of same-sex relationships in her music and music videos.…
Kemar Highcon Talks Life, Masicka And The Law
It was a revealing peak behind the scenes for Dancehall’s Sauce Boss Kemar Highcon, whose recent appearance on the Let’s Be Honest…
Minister Marion Hall Hails “Respectful, Real And Loving” Lady G
Minister Marion Hall has professed her sisterly love for her Dancehall compatriot Lady G, describing the Breeze Off artist as…
Boom Dandimite To Be Buried Today
Former Scare Dem crew member Boom Dandimite, known for songs like Many Many and Pure Gal, will be buried this…
’80s And ’90s Dancehall Celebrated On International Reggae Day
A slew of Dancehall artists, producers, and sound systems who ruled the 1990s, are being celebrated on International Reggae Day, which is commemorated July 1 each year. According to founder…
Shenseea Brings The Tropics To NYC For Captain Morgan, Vita Coco—See Photos
Dancehall singer Shenseea kickstarted the first of a series of shows for Captain Morgan and Vita Coco’s Tropical Takeover Tour, performing in Jamaica, Queens, New York, this week. As part…
Lord Creator, Original ‘Kingston Town’ Singer, Dead At 87
Calypsonian, ska, and rocksteady artist Lord Creator, best known for his hit song Kingston Town, later covered by UB40, died today (June 30). Born Kenrick Patrick, he was 87. "He…
Lil Yachty Has Beef With Sean Paul: “F**k Sean Paul”
American rapper Lil Yachty did not hold back when the subject of Dancehall superstar Sean Paul came up during the inaugural episode of his podcast dubbed ‘A Safe Place.’ The…
Minister Marion Hall Announces Planned Collab With R&B Icon Charlie Wilson
Minister Marion Hall has announced that she will be doing a collab with R&B icon Charlie Wilson. Hall shared a series of photos of herself and her manager with Wilson…
Tuff Gong Shares Cover Art And Release Date For New Bob Marley Album
Tuff Gong International has announced a new Bob Marley Reggae/Afrobeats fusion album titled Africa Unite, set for release on August 4, with several collaborations featuring popular Nigerian artists. In a…
Mahalia, Burna Boy’s ‘Simmer’, Which Reimagined The ‘Playground’ Riddim, Is Certified Gold In The UK
British-Jamaican singer Mahalia’s 2019 hit Simmer, which featured Burna Boy, is now certified Gold in the UK. According to the British Phonographic Industry (BPI), the song was issued a BRIT Certified Gold award…
Jada Kingdom Leaves Republic Records: “I Felt So Out Of Place”
Just two years after signing with Republic Records, Dancehall songstress Jada Kingdom is stepping out on her own as an independent artist. “Now I’m a fully independent artist, no longer…
