Tag: Caribbean culture

June 5 Declared ‘Tarrus Riley Day’ As Florida’s City of Lauderdale Lakes Honours Singer With Official Proclamation

Reggae singer Tarrus Riley has received one of the biggest honours of…

Shadow Shadow June 9, 2026

Keznamdi and Live Nation Announce First Leg of Major U.S. Tour After Sold-Out New York and Los Angeles Concerts

Fresh off a Grammy-winning season and two sold-out concerts in New York…

Shadow Shadow June 2, 2026

Dancehall Producer Countree Hype Faces Up to 10 Years in U.S. Prison After Pleading Guilty to Smuggling Over 30 Guns to Jamaica

Jamaican music producer Countree Hype, given name Taugea Ubert Dayes, is facing…

Shadow Shadow May 16, 2026

Spice Donates US$10,000 to Uganda Wildlife Authority Rhino, Pledges Concert Proceeds to Conservation Efforts

Dancehall star Spice has transformed her recent trip to Uganda into far…

Shadow Shadow May 12, 2026

No Reggae Boyz, No Problem: Jamaica Scores Big at World Cup 2026 as Shenseea Lands Official Soundtrack Feature

Even without a team on the pitch, Jamaica will still have a…

Shadow Shadow April 29, 2026

Aidonia’s Reggae Fest Four-City U.S. Tour Finale Pushed to October Amid Packed International Schedule

The final leg of Aidonia’s four-city Reggae Fest U.S. tour has been…

Shadow Shadow April 16, 2026

Beres Hammond Earns UK Silver Certification Ahead of His Return to the British Stage Next Month

Lovers rock legend Beres Hammond is set for a triumphant return to…

Shadow Shadow April 10, 2026

Vybz Kartel Fends Off Strong Competition to Win Best Caribbean Music Act at the MOBO Awards 2026

Dancehall icon Vybz Kartel has once again stamped his authority on the…

Shadow Shadow March 27, 2026

Antigua and Barbuda Appoints Masicka as Cultural Ambassador for Youth Development

In a bold move signalling deeper Caribbean collaboration within the creative economy,…

Shadow Shadow March 26, 2026

Popcaan Secures 10th UK Certification as “Saturnz Barz” Featuring Gorillaz Goes Silver

Dancehall heavyweight Popcaan has notched another major international win, as “Saturnz Barz,”…

Shadow Shadow March 23, 2026

Keznamdi and Multi-Platinum Rapper Russ Spotted in Atlanta — Ticket Sales Surge for First Post-Grammy Concerts

Fresh off his Grammy triumph, Keznamdi is generating renewed global attention after…

Shadow Shadow March 20, 2026

Shaggy Calls Out Artists — Entertainment Minister Pledges Boost for Jamaica’s $107 Billion Cultural Sector

Dancehall star Shaggy is challenging fellow artistes to step up their game,…

Shadow Shadow March 19, 2026

Aidonia Honoured With Proclamation as City of Boston Declares March 13 ‘Aidonia Day’ Ahead of Birthday Celebrations

Dancehall heavyweight Aidonia has received one of the most significant international honours…

Shadow Shadow March 16, 2026

Prime Minister Andrew Holness to Receive AFUWI Legacy Award in New York for Leadership and Education Advocacy

Jamaica’s Prime Minister, Dr. The Most Hon. Andrew Holness, will be honoured…

Shadow Shadow March 9, 2026

Morgan Heritage Honoured With Multiple Grammy Certificates, Pays Tribute to Late Brother Peetah Morgan

Pride, legacy and remembrance converged in South Florida as the Morgan Heritage…

Shadow Shadow January 27, 2026

Two Kings, One Festival: Beenie Man and Vybz Kartel Among Headliners for Reggae Land 2026

Dancehall royalty will dominate the UK this summer as Beenie Man and…

Shadow Shadow January 25, 2026

Reggae Genealogy to Honour Sly Dunbar, Leroy Sibbles and Mr. Vegas with Lifetime Achievement Awards

Three of Jamaica’s most influential musical architects are set to receive their…

Shadow Shadow January 19, 2026

Is This Another Billboard-Bound Dancehall Hit? Rvssian Taps MOLIY, Ayetian & Tyga for ‘What I Like’

Is this another Billboard-bound moment for dancehall and Afrobeats? Fans certainly think…

Shadow Shadow January 10, 2026

Overwhelming Demand Forces Postponement of Toronto Concert — Chronic Law To Embark On First-Ever Canadian Tour in 2026

Chronic Law is officially heading north in a major way. The dancehall…

Shadow Shadow December 14, 2025

‘Shake It To The Max (FLY)’ Remix Secures Spot on TikTok’s Global Year in Music 2025 Top 20 Rankings Amid Grammy Controversy

TikTok’s Global Year in Music 2025 rankings have arrived, and the platform’s…

Shadow Shadow December 10, 2025

Jamaica Bids Farewell: Official Funeral for Reggae Icon Jimmy Cliff Set for December 17

Jamaica will bid farewell to one of its most beloved cultural giants…

Shadow Shadow December 10, 2025

With Love and Heartbreak, Miss Universe Jamaica Dr. Gabrielle Henry Departs for Thailand Amid National Tragedy

Carrying the weight of a nation’s grief and hope, Miss Universe Jamaica…

Shadow Shadow November 5, 2025

How Rihanna Lost U$36 Million — and Bounced Back Even Bigger, Becoming a Billionaire

Even billionaires take a hit sometimes — and Rihanna’s U$36 million loss…

Shadow Shadow October 26, 2025

Sizzla Kalonji and Christopher Martin to Headline Sierra Leone’s First-Ever One Nation Reggae Festival

Sierra Leone is set to pulse with reggae rhythms and Caribbean energy…

Shadow Shadow October 20, 2025

Notnice Premieres Emotional Music Video for AI Artiste S’riah’s Debut Single “Save Me” Amid Industry Debate

On Friday evening, award-winning producer Ainsley “Notnice” Morris unveiled the official video…

Shadow Shadow October 3, 2025

Shaggy Pulls 48,000 Fans to New York State Fair — Third Largest Crowd in Concert History

Dancehall superstar Shaggy proved his enduring star power on Sunday night when…

Shadow Shadow September 2, 2025

Beres Hammond Honoured with Proclamation by the City of Boston; Mayor Declares August 13 ‘Beres Hammond Day’

Lovers Rock icon Beres Hammond has officially been immortalised in Boston, as…

Shadow Shadow August 18, 2025

Reggae Land Festival 2025 Draws a Staggering 95,000 Fans and Breaks World Record for Rum Punch

Under the summer sun and the unmistakable pulse of Caribbean rhythms, Reggae…

Shadow Shadow August 14, 2025

Masicka and Kehlani Join Vybz Kartel for All-Star Lineup at 2025 World Creole Music Festival

Dancehall star Masicka has officially joined the star‐studded lineup for the 2025…

Shadow Shadow August 9, 2025

The Sizzla Youth Foundation to Be Honoured with Humanitarian Award at the 2025 Caribbean Music Awards

The Sizzla Youth Foundation, established by the renowned reggae stalwart Sizzla Kalonji,…

Shadow Shadow August 7, 2025

“Unruly Fest Canada, Stay Tuned!” — Popcaan Teases Expansion of Festival into North America

Popcaan has announced that Unruly Fest will be staged in Canada for…

Shadow Shadow August 1, 2025

Alkaline Releases ‘Priority’ Ahead of Star-Studded Headlining Concert at Barclays Center This Summer

Dancehall star Alkaline is turning up the heat this summer with the…

Shadow Shadow July 31, 2025

Cham Releases Fourth Studio Album Sherlock, Showcasing Grit and Growth — Announces Summer Tour Dates

Grammy-nominated dancehall star Baby Cham, widely known simply as Cham, has made…

Shadow Shadow July 25, 2025

Beenie Man Honoured with Special Citation by NYC Mayor for His Impact on Global Music and Caribbean Culture

Beenie Man’s headlining appearance at the Rise Up NYC concert series this…

Shadow Shadow July 21, 2025

Masicka, the New Face of Apple Music’s Reggae Category, Promises to Bring “Same Flame” to Reggae Sumfest Performance

Dancehall powerhouse Masicka is riding high on a wave of international recognition…

Shadow Shadow July 17, 2025

Jah Vinci Brings Momentum to Chicago’s Festival of Life After Shutting Down St. Kitts Music Festival

Dancehall star Jah Vinci is set to invade Chicago this weekend, bringing…

Shadow Shadow July 9, 2025

Konshens and Spice to Headline 106 & Park’s Caribbean Celebration During BET Awards Weekend 2025

Dancehall royalty will light up the BET Experience this weekend as international…

Shadow Shadow June 4, 2025

Jamaican Theatre Icon Glen ‘Titus’ Campbell Honoured with Georgia State Senate Proclamation Declaring May 25 as “Glen Campbell Day”

Renowned Jamaican actor and comedian Glen 'Titus' Campbell, O.D., received a warm…

Shadow Shadow June 2, 2025

Trinidad Considers Restrictions on Vybz Kartel’s ‘Good Like Jesus’ After Criticism from Guyana’s Ethnic Relations Commission

Despite scoring a massive victory over the weekend with a sold-out concert…

Shadow Shadow May 25, 2025

Drake Announces Return of OVO Fest This Summer After 3-Year Hiatus — Says Work on New Album is far Advanced

Canadian rap heavyweight Drake is setting the stage for a monumental summer.…

Shadow Shadow May 25, 2025

Rototom Sunsplash Turns 30: Jamaican Songbirds Koffee, Spice, and Marcia Griffiths Lead All-Star Lineup

In a dazzling celebration of life and legacy, Rototom Sunsplash returns for…

Shadow Shadow May 23, 2025

Buju Banton Reigns Supreme at UBS Arena with US$4.5 Million as Highest-Grossing Caribbean Act Over the Past Year

Reggae giant Buju Banton has made a thunderous return to the U.S.…

Shadow Shadow May 23, 2025

Guyana’s Ethnic Relations Commission Calls on Vybz Kartel to Apologize Ahead of Planned Concert

Ahead of his highly anticipated concert this weekend in Guyana, dancehall superstar…

Shadow Shadow May 23, 2025

Guyana’s Ethnic Relations Commission Calls for Immediate Ban on Vybz Kartel’s ‘Good Like Jesus,’ Citing It as ‘Deeply Offensive’

In a fiery rebuke that’s igniting debate across the Caribbean, Guyana’s Ethnic…

Shadow Shadow May 14, 2025

Kevyn V Steps Into His Solo Era with ‘Skillvchi’ Album, a Dynamic Fusion of Dancehall and Afrobeats

Dancehall artiste Kevyn V, one-third of the iconic group Voicemail, is turning…

Shadow Shadow May 13, 2025

Jamaica Bids Final Farewell to Wellesley Bolt, Father of Sprint Legend Usain Bolt

The Thanksgiving service for Wellesley Bolt, father of Jamaican sprint legend Usain…

Shadow Shadow May 4, 2025

“It’s Garbage! Nobody Mutually Parts Ways” —Jeremy Harding Explains Truth About Major Record Label Exits

On Thursday, Jamaican record producer, artist manager, and educator Jeremy Harding delivered…

Shadow Shadow May 3, 2025