Canada’s JUNO Awards Drops Reggae Category
The Canadian Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences (CARAS) has removed the Reggae Recording of the Year category from the 2025 JUNO Awards.
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Shenseea Opens Up About Depression And Finding Herself Again
Jamaican artist Shenseea recently opened up about her personal struggles after the release of her major-label debut, Alpha, including battling depression, anxiety, and intense pressure to meet industry expectations.
Bob Marley’s ‘Three Little Birds’ Certified Triple Platinum In The UK
Bob Marley & The Wailers’ classic Three Little Birds is the first song by the Reggae group to reach triple platinum status in the United Kingdom (UK).
Seani B Says Vybz Kartel’s Music No Longer On BBC “Rested List”
Vybz Kartel’s music was placed on the BBC’s “rested list” during his years in prison, according to BBC 1Xtra disc jockey, Seani B.
Vybz Kartel On Afrobeats Vs. Dancehall: “Every Genre Has Its Space”
Dancehall star Vybz Kartel weighed in on the ongoing debate about Afrobeats’ rise and its perceived impact on Dancehall.
Lt Stitchie’s Family Hoping For “Full And Complete Recovery” After Major Stroke
Gospel and Dancehall artist Lt. Stitchie is reportedly hospitalized at a public medical facility in Kingston after suffering a debilitating stroke, a family member has confirmed.
Swatch International Vows To Build On ‘Passa Passa’ Success
Most Jamaicans recognize Swatch International as the sound system that fuelled the ‘Passa Passa’ era of dancehall, during which the famous street dance took the world by storm, generated new street slang, entertained thousands of tourists, and spawned copycat events all over the world.
Sean Paul To Star In Burger King’s “Frozen Pink Lemonade” Short Film During 2024 MTV VMAs
The fast-food giant Burger King has partnered with MTV to create a 75-second short film featuring multi-platinum Grammy award-winning Dancehall superstar Sean Paul.
Sha’Carri Richardson Turns To ‘Fearless’ Vybz Kartel Lyrics Ahead Of High-Stakes 100m Rematch
American track star Sha’Carri Richardson has turned to Dancehall artist Vybz Kartel for pre-race motivation ahead of a high-stakes rematch against Olympic champion Julien Alfred at the Zurich Diamond League this Thursday.
The Marley Brothers Hit Vancouver To Kick Off First Tour In 20 Years: “We’re Fulfilling Our Responsibility”
The Marley brothers—Ziggy, Stephen, Julian, Ky-Mani, and Damian—are set to embark on their ‘Legacy Tour,’ marking their first joint outing in over twenty years.
Kenyan Artist Stevlims Talks Creating Viral Video For Vybz Kartel’s 2011 Hit ‘Poor People Land’
Kenyan national Stephen “Stevlims” Omondi, the television videographer who created a viral unsolicited music video back in 2011 for the Worl’ Boss’ hit song Poor People Land, is still struggling to convince fans that he is neither Vybz Kartel nor the singer of the song.
Bob Marley’s ‘Natty Dread’ At 50: The Story Behind The Album’s Title
As Natty Dread approaches its 50th anniversary next month, it’s worth reflecting on the album that marked a significant turning point in Bob Marley‘s career.
Tems Acknowledges Buju Banton’s Criticisms Of Afrobeats, But Says Genre Is Escapist Music
Grammy-winning Nigerian singer Tems, in responding to Buju Banton‘s criticism of Afrobeats as frivolous music, says the genre is intended for escapism as opposed to addressing societal issues.
Masicka Brings Dancehall Energy To Usher’s North American Tour In Toronto
R&B fans at Usher’s “Past, Present, and Future” North American tour experienced a taste of Dancehall when Jamaican artist Masicka made a surprise appearance on Monday night at Toronto’s Scotiabank Arena.
Dancehall Veteran Lt. Stitchie Hospitalized After Brain Hemorrhage
Gospel Dancehall star Lieutenant Stitchie has suffered a severe brain hemorrhage and is currently in a coma at a long-term care facility.
Dancehall Artist Tifa Is Engaged
Dancehall artist Tifa is engaged. The Sweet So singjay shared the video clip of her surprise engagement with fans on social media on Tuesday, after recently revealing the face of her “emoji man” boyfriend.
Richie Loop Teams Up With JP Backhouse For ‘Spacehall Vol 1’ EP
Jamaican singer Richie Loop, known for his 2010 hit My Cupp, has a fresh collaboration with Dutch Caribbean producer JP Backhouse, which sees the duo shoot their listeners into orbit with an 8-track EP of synth-heavy dancehall grooves to jump up and wine to.
Likkle Vybz And His Brothers’ UTG Initiative Foundation Donate To Six Portmore Schools
Adidja Jahiem ‘Likkle Vybz’ Palmer, the eldest son of Dancehall star Vybz Kartel, has donated essential supplies to six schools in Portmore through the UTG Initiative Foundation, which he co-founded with his brothers Akheel ‘Likkle Addi’ Palmer and Aiko-Don Palmer.
Dawn Penn’s ‘No, No, No’ In New Netflix Hit ‘Kaos’
Dawn Penn’s You Don’t Love Me (No, No, No) is featured in Netflix’s latest hit, Kaos.
Vybz Kartel Considers Running For MP In The Future
Vybz Kartel has undoubtedly influenced society in many ways through popular culture, but he is also confident that he would be an effective Member of Parliament.