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Popcaan Says Kendrick Lamar’s Music Not Welcome In His Presence: “Change That Station!”
A video of a visibly annoyed Popcaan ordering his associates to refrain from playing Kendrick Lamar's music in his presence…
Vybz Kartel Promises ‘Epic’ Return At First Concert In 14 Years At National Stadium
Dancehall star Vybz Kartel is set to make a dramatic return to the stage after 14 years with his "Freedom…
Buju Banton Cancels Three More Dates On ‘Overcomer’ Tour. “It’s A Public Humbling,” Says Insider
Reggae superstar Buju Banton is the latest high-profile artist forced to cancel several dates of an arena tour in a…
Vybz Kartel’s 2011 Condemnation Of JPS Resurfaces Amid Public Outcry Over High Bills
A 2011 video of Vybz Kartel predicting the dismantling of the Jamaica Public Service Company's (JPS) monopoly on light and…
Sean Paul Honored With ‘Entertainer’s Key To The City’ Of New York
Grammy Award-winning artist Sean Paul was honored with the 'Entertainer's Key to the City' of New York on Saturday. The…
Cutty Ranks Says Reggaetón Copycats Forced Him To Learn Spanish
Jamaican artist Cutty Ranks has spoken out against what he describes as a longstanding practice by some Reggaetón artists of…
Tahheer Laing Says Sting Still On, Not Competing With Vybz Kartel
Tahheer Laing, Director of Events at Supreme Promotions, the promoters behind the iconic Sting stage show, has confirmed that MC…
DJ Tom Booked For Vybz Kartel Concert On December 31
DJ Tom is one of the selectors booked for Vybz Kartel's first concert at the National Stadium on December 31.…
Vybz Kartel Says He’s Returning To Guyana In 2025, Reversing Vow To Never Visit The Country Again
Vybz Kartel, the Jamaican Dancehall star recently released from prison, has announced plans to perform in Guyana in 2025, marking a reversal of his previous stance towards the South American…
Cutty Ranks Recalls How Beres Hammond Diffused Tension With Penthouse During Career-Defining Moment
Dancehall veteran Cutty Ranks has shared a pivotal moment in his career, revealing how Reggae legend Beres Hammond's timely intervention helped to smooth over tensions with producer Donovan Germain and…
Luciano Decries Misuse Of TikTok, Reflects On Reggae’s Power To Guide And Inspire
Reggae icon Luciano has lamented what he says is the misuse of social media, particularly the TikTok platform, which people widely use to belittle, slander, and humiliate others. Speaking with…
Judge Sifts Through Witnesses In Dutch Prosecutors’ Appeal Against Jah Cure’s Attempted Murder Charge
A Netherlands judge is now hearing witnesses as Dutch prosecutors press their appeal against the acquittal of Reggae singer Jah Cure's attempted murder charge. In March 2022, the Jamaican singer,…
Bugle Releases New Album ‘Apex’ With Capleton, Buju Banton, Damian Marley, And More: Listen
Reggae singer Bugle released his fifth studio album, Apex, via Evidence Music on Friday (August 23). Throughout his career, the Nuh Compatible singer has distinguished himself with music that delves…
Bob Marley & The Wailers’ ‘Stir It Up’ Certified Gold In The UK
Stir It Up, the iconic reggae track by Bob Marley & The Wailers, has been certified Gold in the United Kingdom, the British Phonographic Industry (BPI) announced on Friday (August…
Toots & The Maytals’ ‘Pressure Drop’ Certified Silver In The UK
Nearly 55 years after its release, Pressure Drop, the seminal reggae hit by Toots & The Maytals, is now certified Silver in the United Kingdom. The British Phonographic Industry (BPI)…
‘Party Animal’ Producer Kurt Riley Sets Goal To Achieve Legendary Status In Jamaican Music
Internationally renowned music producer and radio disc jockey Kurt “Party Animal” Riley has declared his intention to become one of Jamaica's most esteemed record producers, a distinction achieved by his…
