Tag: Caribbean entertainment news

Flippa Moggela Seeks Bail, Says He’s Not a Flight Risk As Plea Deal Talks Intensify In U.S. Federal Drug Case

Dancehall entertainer Flippa Moggela, formerly known as Flippa Mafia, is pushing for

Shadow Shadow June 21, 2026

From Grammy Glory to Sold-Out Concerts, Keznamdi’s Rise Continues With Multiple Nominations at the 2026 Caribbean Music Awards

Just months after making history with his Grammy-winning album BLXXD & FYAH,

Shadow Shadow June 15, 2026

Masicka Continues Building Momentum Ahead of Highly Anticipated Album With 5 Caribbean Music Awards Nominations

Just weeks after confirming that his third studio album is complete, Jamaican

Shadow Shadow June 12, 2026

Ayetian Secures 7 Nods at Caribbean Music Awards 2026, Becoming the Most Nominated Dancehall Artiste

Ayetian’s rise in Caribbean music is accelerating at a steady pace. Just

Shadow Shadow June 11, 2026

Caribbean Music Awards 2026 Expands With 9 New Additions and Over 250 Nominees Across 40 Categories

The Caribbean Music Awards nominations are officially out, and the 2026 field

Shadow Shadow June 10, 2026

’13 Hard Years’: Vybz Kartel Reveals How His Lawyer Inspired ‘God and Time’ Album During Legal Battle

Dancehall icon Vybz Kartel has revealed that the title of his album

Shadow Shadow June 9, 2026

Alkaline’s NPT Holds Firm at No.1 on Antigua iTunes Albums Chart Nearly Three Months After Release

Alkaline’s NPT continues to defy expectations nearly three months after release, holding

Shadow Shadow June 8, 2026

“The Fans Never Stopped Supporting Me”: Charly Black Reacts to UK Visa Reinstatement After Almost 17-Year Absence

After almost 17 years away from UK stages, Jamaican dancehall star Charly

Shadow Shadow June 7, 2026

Flippa Moggela and Co-Accused Enter Plea Deal Negotiations with Federal Prosecutors; Judge Approves Critical 60-Day Window

Flippa Moggela and his three co-accused are now facing a pivotal 60-day

Shadow Shadow June 5, 2026

Vybz Kartel’s ‘God & Time’ Album Debuts at No. 1 on U.S. iTunes Reggae Chart With 10 Songs Inside Top 100

Vybz Kartel has stormed the international digital charts once again, with his

Shadow Shadow June 5, 2026

Will Vybz Kartel Secure His Fourth Billboard Entry of 2026 With ‘God & Time’ Album After Chris Brown Collaboration Success?

Fresh from a sold-out Cayman Islands debut that attracted thousands and buoyed

Shadow Shadow June 3, 2026

“Album Ready My Side”: Masicka Confirms Third Studio Album Is Complete; Dancehall Fans React

Dancehall frontrunner Masicka has officially confirmed that his third studio album is

Shadow Shadow May 30, 2026

Quada Channels Personal Struggles and Legal Woes Into Music With Surprise EP “Freedom Is a Must” Release

Dancehall artiste Quada has transformed a pivotal moment in his life into

Shadow Shadow May 26, 2026

“Back To Work”: Quada Signals Dancehall Comeback After Release On Bail Following Months In Custody

Dancehall artiste Quada is officially back on the streets and wasting no

Shadow Shadow May 25, 2026

Fearless Dancehall Artist Sekklez Tackles Controversy, Relationships & Real-Life Struggles In New Music

As conversations around women in dancehall continue to evolve, emerging artiste Sekklez

Shadow Shadow May 20, 2026

Vybz Kartel’s God & Time Album Set for June 5 Release, Premieres New Video Amid Billboard Success

Vybz Kartel is ushering in a new artistic phase with his forthcoming

Shadow Shadow May 20, 2026

Popcaan Scores Fourth Drake Collaboration With ‘Amazing Shape’ Amid Canadian Rapper’s Triple Album Rollout

Dancehall star Popcaan has officially secured his fourth collaboration with Drake on

Shadow Shadow May 15, 2026

Flippa Moggela Remains in Custody, Faces New Drug Charges; Bail Hearing Set for May 14

Almost four years after celebrating his release from U.S. prison, Jamaican dancehall

Shadow Shadow May 12, 2026

Spice Elevates Global Profile with Forbes Feature, Eyes Fashion and Business Empire Beyond Dancehall

Reigning dancehall queen Spice is making fresh international waves following her latest

Shadow Shadow May 4, 2026

Jamaica’s Government Signs Declaration of Intent to Establish Culture and Creative Industries Fund

Jamaica’s creative sector could soon gain a critical financial lifeline, with a

Shadow Shadow May 1, 2026

Ernie Smith Thanksgiving Service Set for May 16 in Florida as Reggae Icon Gets Final Farewell

Reggae legend Ernie Smith will be honoured in a thanksgiving service set

Shadow Shadow May 1, 2026

“Hill and Gully” Riddim Gains Ground on Charts as Stephen ‘Di Genius’ McGregor Continues Rollout

As Stephen 'Di Genius' McGregor continues rolling out the “Hill and Gully”

Shadow Shadow April 30, 2026

“Hill and Gully” Rhythm Sparks Cultural Revival in Dancehall Led by Stephen ‘Di Genius’ McGregor

A new wave is sweeping through dancehall, but its pulse is anything

Shadow Shadow April 30, 2026

Keznamdi to Battle for Best Album and Song at the 68th IRAWMA as Legendary Hip-Hop Group The LOX Hops on ‘Bun Di Ganja’ Remix

Legendary hip-hop trio The LOX has joined forces with Grammy-winning reggae star

Shadow Shadow April 25, 2026

Who Will Win at IRAWMA 2026? Alkaline, Masicka, Kartel, Buju and Beenie Battle for Best Male DJ

A generational clash is set to define dancehall’s biggest conversation in 2026,

Shadow Shadow April 24, 2026

Government Moves to Clamp Down on Violence at Entertainment Events as Promoters Face Tougher Security Measures

Jamaica’s vibrant social scene is facing increased scrutiny as authorities move to

Shadow Shadow April 23, 2026

Yaksta Declares Upcoming Album Will Be “The Best Body of Work to Ever Emerge from Jamaica”

Yaksta is making one of the boldest declarations in recent reggae history,

Shadow Shadow April 22, 2026

Jamaica Loses Another Music Icon as Reggae Legend Ernie Smith Dies at 80

Jamaica is mourning the loss of one of its most distinctive musical

Shadow Shadow April 17, 2026

From the Stage to Screen: Soca Legend Machel Montano to Premiere New Documentary in Jamaica Amid Global Encore Tour

Soca powerhouse Machel Montano is turning the camera inward after a high-energy

Shadow Shadow April 14, 2026

Aidonia Brings Birthday Momentum to Carnival This Weekend as Headliner For Yard Mas J’ouvert

From paint and powder to pure dancehall energy, Aidonia is set to

Shadow Shadow April 9, 2026

Alkaline Fans Vow to Sell Out Kaseya Center and Silence Doubters After New Rules Miami Announcement

With critics questioning whether he can replicate his historic arena success, Alkaline’s

Shadow Shadow April 8, 2026

D’Yani Signs With U.K. Label as New Single “The Little Things” Climbs to No.1 on U.S. iTunes Reggae Chart

Jamaican singer D’Yani has secured another international milestone, officially signing with UK-based

Shadow Shadow April 3, 2026

Vybz Kartel & Shenseea Strike Again as Talk To Me Nuh Debuts at No. 1 on U.S. iTunes — Kartel Secures Five Spots on YouTube’s Trending Chart

Dancehall powerhouses Vybz Kartel and Shenseea are proving once again that their

Shadow Shadow March 13, 2026

Mr Lexx to Make Acting Debut in Upcoming Film — Talks Grammy Ambitions Ahead of Forthcoming EP

Dancehall artiste Mr Lexx is expanding his creative horizon beyond music, securing

Shadow Shadow March 10, 2026

Sevana Announces Forthcoming Debut Album, Says It Will Be Deeply Personal and Unapologetically Honest

Jamaican songbird Sevana says her long-awaited debut album will be unapologetically honest,

Shadow Shadow March 9, 2026

Vybz Kartel Scores Major Legal Victory as New York Supreme Court Judge Dismisses Multimillion-Dollar Lawsuit

Dancehall superstar Vybz Kartel has scored a decisive legal victory in the

Shadow Shadow March 7, 2026

Bounty Killer to Receive the Generational Impact: Guardian of the Culture Award; Scholarship Created in His Honour

Dancehall legend Rodney 'Bounty Killer' Price is set to receive another notable

Shadow Shadow March 6, 2026

Jamaica to Honour Reggae Titan Sly Dunbar with Public Viewing, Motorcade and State Funeral Set for March 7

Jamaica is preparing to bid a historic farewell to reggae legend Sly

Shadow Shadow March 4, 2026

VP Records Co-Founder Patricia Chin Honoured by the Embassy of Jamaica for Over 60 Years of Contribution to Jamaican Music

More than six decades after stepping into Jamaica’s music industry at just

Shadow Shadow March 3, 2026

Major Lazer Closes 2026 Winter Olympics Ceremony With Busy Signal’s Bumaye to Record-Breaking Viewership

More than a decade after its release, the dancehall-powered anthem Bumaye (Watch

Shadow Shadow February 27, 2026

Thanksgiving Service for Renowned Jamaican Author and Publicist Susan Smith Set for March 8

Funeral arrangements have been finalised for Susan Smith, the respected Jamaican publicist

Shadow Shadow February 25, 2026

Spice, Shenseea & Lila Iké Score Five IRAWMA 2026 Nominations Each — Dancehall Queen Recognised for Her Humanitarian Work

Reigning Queen of the Dancehall Spice, is turning compassion into celebration after

Shadow Shadow February 24, 2026

Masicka Secures Five Nominations at IRAWMA 2026, Including Recording Artiste of the Year and Entertainer of the Year

As his global footprint continues to expand, Masicka is entering the 2026

Shadow Shadow February 23, 2026

Billboard Announces Keznamdi’s First U.S. Shows After Grammy Win — Singer Says He Has Something Special Planned for Jamaica

Fresh off a landmark Grammy victory, Jamaican reggae crooner Keznamdi is turning

Shadow Shadow February 23, 2026

Valiant Wraps North American Tour With Sold-Out Finale at Terminal 5 in New York City

Another of dancehall’s new generation has achieved another career milestone as Valiant

Shadow Shadow February 18, 2026

The City of Lauderdale Lakes Declares February 10 ‘Buju Banton Day’ in Historic Reggae Month Tribute

In a powerful full-circle moment for global reggae, the City of Lauderdale

Shadow Shadow February 15, 2026

Zagga Recruits Tarrus Riley, Alaine, Jahmiel and Chi Ching Ching for Forthcoming Album as Pre-Order Buzz Surges

With pre-release momentum already surging, Zagga is positioning himself for a major

Shadow Shadow February 14, 2026

Barry G Laid to Rest; Legendary Broadcaster Honoured with Proclamation from the City of Lauderhill

As Jamaica prepared to lay legendary broadcaster Barrington “Barry G” Gordon to

Shadow Shadow February 12, 2026