Bobby Shmurda Gets Fired Up To Popcaan’s ‘El Chapo’, Dancehall Star Reacts: ‘Yyy?’
Brooklyn, New York rapper Bobby Shmurda is back in full effect since his release from a US Federal prison four weeks ago.
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Sean Paul Says His Best Collaboration Was With Rihanna
With numerous international collaborations under his belt, Dancehall superstar Sean Paul revealed that he considers his 2006 link-up with Barbadian singer Rihanna the best to date.
Spragga Benz, Buju Banton Blast Jamaican Government’s COVID Inoculation Plans
Even as the Government of Jamaica rolls out its COVID vaccination initiative, Spragga Benz and Buju Banton are continuing to rain “fire” on the State’s attempts to inoculate at least 60 percent of the island’s population.
Swizz Beatz, Timbaland Respond To Power Star Michael Rainey Jr. Saying They’re ‘Sell Outs’
What many saw as a forward move for the artists involved with the Verzuz brand following Triller’s acquisition of the entertainment platform was deemed a diabolical move by actor Michael Rainey Jr.
Jada Kingdom Warns Dancehall Fans About Approaching Her The Wrong Way
Dancehall songstress Jada Kingdom has worked hard at honing her craft over the last two years and one price that she’s had to pay for gaining fame is fear and paranoia.
Delomar Lashes Out At PM Holness, Says Too Much Focus On COVID-19 As People Suffer
Dancehall artist Delomar sought to remind the current administration that COVID-19 wasn’t the only thing happening in Jamaica, as he noted that many citizens were finding it difficult to meet their basic needs.
GAPS 7G Joins Bounty Killer, Shaggy In Pro-Vax Stance
Dancehall artist Gaps 7G has become the third male dancehall act to publicly endorse the COVID-19 vaccine.
Who Should Play Bob Marley? Here’s 10 Picks For Lead Role In The Upcoming Movie
Who should play Bob Marley? Forty years after his tragic passing, the adaptation of his life story is finally forging ahead.
Ce’cile, Macka Diamond Ready To Be Vaccinated
As many continue to be doubtful of the safety and efficacy of the COVID-19 vaccine, two more Dancehall stars, Ce’cile and Macka Diamond, have made it clear that they will be getting it as soon as it becomes available.
JAMMS Sees Huge Surge In Membership, As Royalties Stream In From PPL Deal
The Jamaica Music Society (JAMMS) membership, has reported a significant jump in new membership, particularly since the organization forged stronger ties late last year with UK-based Performance Rights Organization Phonographic Performance Limited (PPL), to collect royalties wherever Jamaican recorded music is played internationally.
Popcaan Earns His First Gold Certification From The RIAA
Dancehall artist Popcaan has secured his first RIAA Gold certification for his feature on Jamie xx's I Know There’s Gonna Be (Good Times) with Young Thug.
‘Real’ Dancehall Raking In Royalties, As Jamaican Trap Music Shunned Overseas
General Manager of the Jamaica Music Society (JAMMS) Evon Mullings, says the international market is not buying into the new-era (Trap, Hip-Hop, Island Pop) music coming out of Jamaica, based on royalty payments he has seen coming into the country, since deepening collection ties with UK-based Performance Rights Organization Phonographic Performance Limited (PPL) late last year.
Bounty Killer, Beenie Man Get Equity Stake In Triller After The Sale Of Verzuz
Dancehall veterans Beenie Man and Bounty Killer are now among the 43 creatives with an equity stake in the Triller Network, after the company acquired Swizz Beatz and Timbaland’s Verzuz platform.
Health Minister Sparks Viral Hashtag Exactly One Year After Kranium’s ‘Gal Policy’ Debut: #LetThatSinkIn
Kranium’s Gal Policy is enjoying renewed buzz on its one-year anniversary thanks to the Jamaican Health Minister’s viral response to the alarming surge in COVID-19 cases.
Get On With It! Culture Doctor Presses Gov’t To Create ‘Iconic’ Museum Of Jamaican Music
Director of the Institute of Caribbean Studies at the University of the West Indies, Dr. Sonjah Stanley Niaah, has called for the relevant authorities to move with alacrity to establish a proper Museum of Jamaican Music in Kingston, even if it means turning to crowd-funding to accomplish the milestone, to elevate the current museum from the small space it occupies at the Institute of Jamaica.
Spice Criticized Over Meghan Markle Comments, Sevana Defends The Dancehall Queen: “Let Her Talk”
It seems Dancehall Queen Spice can’t catch a break on social media these days, with several fans advising that she should ‘stay off her phone’ after she commented on Meghan Markle’s recent interview.
From Popcaan To Lila Iké: Budding Dancehall Artist NationBøss Draws Major Attention With IG Teaser
One official music release and just two lyrical teasers via Instagram and already budding Dancehall artist NationBøss has drawn major attention on himself in the music scene.
Rihanna Elevates Her Weekend Vibes With One Of Popcaan’s ‘Badmind’ Anthems
Barbadian singer Rihanna has made it known over the years that she is a big fan of Dancehall.
Bunny Wailer Sprints Up Reggae iTunes Top 100 Charts Since Death
The late Reggae icon Bunny Wailer has vaulted up the iTunes Charts in the wake of his death on March 2.
Dancehall Veteran Lady G Talks ‘Nuff Respect’ On International Women’s Day
As the world celebrates International Women’s Day today, March 8, there is one Dancehall song that has remained timeless in expression of women’s rights.