Beenie Man Says Mom’s Death Delayed Released Of New Album ‘Simma’
King Of The Dancehall Beenie Man says the death of his mother had such a huge impact on him that it stalled the completion and release of his seventeenth studio album, Simma.
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Sean Paul Foundation Supports ‘Future Reggae Soldiers’ In Food For The Poor Band Camp
The graduates of the Food for the Poor (FFP) Summer Band Camp were so filled with excitement after hearing a congratulatory message from Sean Paul that they appeared not to notice the heat of the 99-degree afternoon.
Koffee To Open For Ms. Lauryn Hill On Australian Leg Of ‘Miseducation’ Anniversary Tour
Reggae sensation Koffee will be joining five-time Grammy-winning artist Ms. Lauryn Hill on her ‘The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill’ 25th Anniversary Tour.
La La Anthony Calls Up Kim Kardashian, Ciara, Vanessa Bryant And More For ‘Simma Challenge’ On Beenie Man’s Birthday
While Beenie Man celebrates his 50th 51st birthday today, many celebrities, including Kim Kardashian, Ciara, Kelly Rowland, Young Miami and Vanessa Bryant, took part in a peculiar challenge to celebrate one of the Dancehall star’s biggest songs.
BEAM Picks Up First Gold Certification In Canada With Beyoncé’s ‘ENERGY’
ENERGY, the 2022 song by Beyoncé featuring Jamaican artist and producer BEAM, was certified Gold in Canada on Monday, August 21.
Shenseea Joins The Chainsmokers For ‘Historic’ LA Performance — See Photos
Jamaican singer Shenseea graced the stage at Los Angeles State Historic Park with The Chainsmokers over the weekend to perform their single My Bad.
Gramps Morgan Joins Lineup Of Chris Brown Concert On August 27
Grammy winner and country reggae singer Roy “Gramps” Morgan is slated to complete the line-up for Chris Brown’s Under the Influence tour stop in Jamaica.
Tracee Ellis Ross Shows Off Her ‘One Drop’
American actress Tracee Ellis Ross recently showed off her best version of the ‘One Drop’ dance in a video making rounds on social media.
Blak Ryno Explains Why He’s Not Returning To Jamaica
It’s been eight years since Dancehall artist Blak Ryno migrated to the United States, and he has no desire to return to Jamaica any time soon.
Mr. Vegas Claims He Tried To Help Gully Bop Manage His Finances
As dancehall toaster Gully Bop continues to seek financial aid for his health issues, Mr. Vegas is claiming to have contacted the fallen star to help manage his money.
Sensual Contentment Uses Dancehall Rhythms For Line Of Adult Toys
Even though dancehall star Dexta Daps has opted out of a deal with Sensual Contentment, the adult novelty company is plowing on with its plans to introduce Caribbean women to a whole new way to get in touch with their favorite dancehall tunes.
Shauna Controlla Calls On Public To Pray For Gully Bop
Dancehall artist-turned-entrepreneur Shauna Controlla is urging the public to pray for her former associate Gully Bop.
Some Jamaicans Unhappy With Bellevue CEO Commending Valiant On Sexually Explicit “Mad Out” Song
Some Jamaicans have taken umbrage to reports that CEO of the Bellevue Mental Health Hospital, Suzette Buchanan, has commended Valiant for his song Mad Out, as, according to them, the lyrics of the song are sexually explicit, and do not, in any way, address mental well-being.
Buju Banton Says ‘Driver A’ Was Inspired By Hustling
Buju Banton’s hit Driver A is undoubtedly one of the Reggae Legend’s most controversial songs. The Roots-Reggae-styled track that revived Sly and Robbie’s slow and pulsating Taxi Riddim hears the Gargamel strongly instructing a “driver” to make a suspicious delivery, but under one condition—keep it moving.
Rygin King Says He Paved The Way For Upcoming Artists By Closing Reggae Sumfest
Rygin King believes he paved the way for upcoming artists to be considered to close Reggae Sumfest, following his breakout performance at the festival in 2018.
Buju Banton’s ‘Champion’ Certified Gold In Canada
Reggae/Dancehall star Buju Banton has earned a Gold certification in Canada for his 1994 hit Champion.
Stephen Marley Shares Release Date, Tracklist, And Tour For New Album ‘Old Soul’
Eight-time Grammy Award winner Stephen Marley has announced the release of his fifth solo album, Old Soul, set to drop on September 15, 2023, via Tuff Gong Collective/UMe/Ghetto Youths International.
Rygin King To Have Birthday Concert On TikTok This Sunday
Rygin King will be having a TikTok concert on Sunday to celebrate his 29th birthday. The trap Dancehall artist, whose actual birthday is on the 22nd, is slated to perform for 90 minutes with a live band.
Queen Ifrica Laments Treatment Of Marcus Garvey On His 136th Birthday
Reggae artist Queen Ifrica is bemoaning the lack of prioritization of Jamaica’ first National Hero, Marcus Garvey, who would have celebrated his 136th birthday today (August 17).
Sean Paul Hits No. 1 On Billboard Latin Airplay Chart For The First Time In Six Years
Following the release of Nina Bonita with Colombian singer Feid, Dancehall megastar Sean Paul has made his way back to the top of the Billboard Latin Airplay chart, ending a six-year drought.