Tag: Caribbean Music

12 Days to Go: Will Masicka’s Forever Reign Become the Fifth Jamaican Album to Reach Billboard’s Reggae Chart in 2026?

With just 12 days remaining until the release of his highly anticipated

Shadow Shadow August 2, 2026

Dancehall Artiste Najeeriii Earns Spot on Billboard’s Prestigious 2026 ’21 Under 21′ List

Jamaican dancehall artiste Najeeriii has secured one of the music industry's most

Shadow Shadow August 1, 2026

Only Four Jamaican Albums Have Reached the Billboard Reggae Chart in 2026, with Vybz Kartel Scoring the Highest Debut

Despite Jamaica producing a steady stream of album releases in 2026, only

Shadow Shadow July 31, 2026

‘Like How Yuh Feel’ Becomes One of Aidonia’s Fastest-Growing Hits as YouTube and Spotify Streams Surge

Aidonia is enjoying one of the strongest digital runs of his career

Shadow Shadow July 30, 2026

Inside ‘Warning’: How Samory I and Keznamdi Deliver One of the Most Powerful Songs on The Revelation Album

Among the standout moments on Samory I's third studio album Revelation, few

Shadow Shadow July 30, 2026

After ‘Van Cleef’ Success, Malie Donn Explains Why ‘The Golden Child’ Is the Album That Defines His Journey

Fresh off one of his biggest songs of the year, Jamaican dancehall

Shadow Shadow July 29, 2026

Collab Coming? Aidonia and Alkaline Spotted Conversing in Antigua Fuel Speculation Over Feature on Upcoming Project

Dancehall fans are convinced something could be brewing after dancehall heavyweights Aidonia

Shadow Shadow July 28, 2026

Buju Banton’s Defence of Dancehall Pays Off as Too Too Bad Debuts at No. 8 on the Billboard Reggae Albums Chart

Buju Banton's latest album, Too Too Bad, has added another major milestone

Shadow Shadow July 28, 2026

‘No Boy Can’t Use Money, Control Me’: Nordia Mothersille Turns Walk Out Riddim Into a Bold Statement on Self-Worth

While Notnice's newly released Walk Out Riddim is packed with dancehall heavyweights

Shadow Shadow July 28, 2026

Bounty Killer Road Renaming Ceremony Set for July 28 as Wenchman Road Becomes Rodney Price Drive

Dancehall icon Rodney "Bounty Killer" Price is set to receive one of

Shadow Shadow July 27, 2026

OG Techneek and CJ The Chemist Turn Hustler’s Mentality Into Dancehall Anthem With ‘Weh Yuh Say’

Dancehall artiste OG Techneek is building momentum with "Weh Yuh Say," a

Shadow Shadow July 26, 2026

‘I Don’t Chase Trends’: Dexta Daps Says Authenticity Is the Secret Behind His Staying Power in Dancehall

More than a decade after breaking onto the dancehall scene, Dexta Daps

Shadow Shadow July 25, 2026

Rvssian Scores First Ever Billboard Hot Latin Rhythm Songs Chart Entry With ‘PONGO’ Featuring Rauw Alejandro and Wizkid

Accomplished Jamaican music producer Tarik "Rvssian" Johnston has reached another career milestone

Shadow Shadow July 25, 2026

Dexta Daps Teases New Album, Eyes Exciting New Chapter Ahead of Dream Weekend Return

Dancehall star Dexta Daps has confirmed that his next album is nearing

Shadow Shadow July 24, 2026

Skippa Enjoys Regional Success Amid Feud With Malie Donn, Earns Three CMA Nominations and Three Trending Songs

The spotlight surrounding Skippa's ongoing lyrical feud with fellow dancehall artiste Malie

Shadow Shadow July 24, 2026

Malie Donn’s ‘Van Cleef’ Surpasses 3.7 Million YouTube Views, Hits No. 1 in Four Countries Ahead of Debut Album Arriving September 4

Despite his ongoing public feud with Skippa, dancehall artiste Malie Donn is

Shadow Shadow July 23, 2026

Fantan Mojah’s Family Warns Public Against Fake Fundraising Campaigns Following Singer’s Death

Just one week after the death of reggae singer Fantan Mojah, his

Shadow Shadow July 21, 2026

Bugle Spearheads New Initiative Bringing Live Music Performances to Jamaica’s Inner-City Communities

Reggae artiste Bugle is spearheading a new initiative to revive live music

Shadow Shadow July 20, 2026

‘This a History’: Vybz Kartel and Mavado Deliver the Reunion Dancehall Fans Waited 18 Years to See

Few moments in dancehall history have carried as much anticipation as the

Shadow Shadow July 20, 2026

Craigy T Builds Momentum With New Singles Ahead of His Solo Debut Album Arriving August 7

After earning praise for the reflective Letter to the Lord, which surpassed

Shadow Shadow July 20, 2026

Aidonia and Alkaline Set to Headline Antigua’s La Playa Privada Amid Continued Chart Success

Dancehall heavyweights Aidonia and Alkaline are set to headline La Playa Privada

Shadow Shadow July 18, 2026

Capleton Honoured with Living Legend Award, Pays Tribute to Fantan Mojah: “He Will Never Be Forgotten”

Fresh from receiving a Living Legend Award, reggae firebrand Capleton says his

Shadow Shadow July 18, 2026

Jamaican Dancehall Stars Secure 13 Nominations at the 2026 African Music Magazine Awards

Jamaica continues to cement its status as a global reggae and dancehall

Shadow Shadow July 17, 2026

“You Cannot Trap Dancehall”: Buju Banton Defends the Genre’s Identity Ahead of New Album Release

Grammy-winning reggae icon Buju Banton has made a passionate call to protect

Shadow Shadow July 16, 2026

Billboard Names Ayetian Caribbean Up-and-Comer of the Month After 22.9 Million U.S. Streams and JamPack’s Top 3 iTunes Debut

Ayetian's breakout year continues to reach new heights after Billboard named the

Shadow Shadow July 16, 2026

Fantan Mojah Returns to U.S. iTunes Albums and Songs Charts Following His Death as Fans Celebrate His Legacy

Late reggae singer Fantan Mojah's music has surged back onto the U.S.

Shadow Shadow July 16, 2026

Reggae Singer Fantan Mojah Dies After Prolonged Battle With Severe Heart Condition

Reggae singer Fantan Mojah has died following a protracted battle with a

Shadow Shadow July 14, 2026

Yaksta Announces 19-Track Deluxe Edition of ‘The Microphone Saved Me’, Teases Three Versions of Album

Reggae firebrand Yaksta is not finished with The Microphone Saved Me, revealing

Shadow Shadow July 14, 2026

Yaksta Eyes Global Market Expansion With Year-Long ‘Roar Tour’ Across Three Continents

Jamaican crooner Yaksta is stepping into a defining chapter of his musical

Shadow Shadow July 13, 2026

U.S. Court Orders Chronic Law Held in Federal Custody Until Trial in Firearms Case, Faces Up to 10 Years if Convicted

Dancehall artiste Chronic Law has been ordered to remain in federal custody

Shadow Shadow July 13, 2026

34 Years Later, Inner Circle’s 1992 Classic ‘Sweat (A La La La La Long)’ Certified Platinum in the UK

Inner Circle’s timeless reggae anthem Sweat (A La La La La Long)

Shadow Shadow July 12, 2026

Masicka Reflects on 438: “I Was More Aggressive and Expressive”, Says New Album Represents a Different Stage of His Life

As anticipation builds for Forever Reign, Masicka is reflecting on where it

Shadow Shadow July 8, 2026

Aidonia Set for Double Duty in Atlanta and New Jersey as Like How Yuh Feel Surges and Anticipation Builds for New Project

With his latest single Like How Yuh Feel continuing to generate strong

Shadow Shadow July 8, 2026

Masicka Breaks Silence: Calls Forever Reign a “Masterpiece”, Promises His Most Vulnerable Album Yet with Surprise Collaborations

Weeks after announcing Forever Reign, Masicka has finally broken his silence on

Shadow Shadow July 7, 2026

2027 Grammy Submissions Officially Open: Will We See an Increase In Entries for the Best ‘Reggae Album’ Category?

The road to the 69th Grammy Awards officially began on Tuesday, July

Shadow Shadow July 7, 2026

Shenseea Makes History as the First Jamaican Female Artiste to Top Billboard Latin Airplay Chart

Shenseea has added another historic achievement to her rapidly growing international résumé

Shadow Shadow July 7, 2026

Nearly 15 Years and Over 1 Billion Combined Views & Streams Later, Sean Paul’s ‘Got 2 Luv U’ Certified Platinum in the U.K.

Nearly 15 years after its release, Sean Paul’s global crossover hit Got

Shadow Shadow July 5, 2026

36 Years After Topping the Billboard Hot 100 Chart, Maxi Priest’s ‘Close to You’ Earns UK Silver Certification

Nearly four decades after its release, Maxi Priest’s legendary hit “Close to

Shadow Shadow July 4, 2026

Popcaan Nears 2 Billion Spotify Streams as “Clean” Collaboration With Likkle Vybz Creates Full-Circle Kartel Legacy Moment

As Popcaan closes in on 2 billion Spotify streams globally, the dancehall

Shadow Shadow July 4, 2026

10 Years Later, Alkaline’s ‘New Level Unlocked’ Still Dominating Regional Charts Alongside ‘NPT’ Album

Ten years after helping redefine the sound and energy of modern dancehall,

Shadow Shadow July 3, 2026

Shenseea Unveils New ‘Brucksweat’ Single for Summer Following FIFA World Cup 2026 Soundtrack Campaign

Fresh off the international spotlight of the FIFA World Cup 2026 soundtrack

Shadow Shadow July 3, 2026

Yaksta’s ‘The Microphone Saved Me’ Debuts at No. 3 on U.S. iTunes Reggae Albums Chart as Silk Boss Collaboration Trends in Jamaica

Yaksta’s critically acclaimed album The Microphone Saved Me is finally receiving some

Shadow Shadow July 3, 2026

Jahmiel’s Fourth Studio Album ‘Against All Odds’ Featuring Masicka, Charly Black, Jahshii and Yohan Marley Arrives July 10

Dancehall artiste Jahmiel is building momentum ahead of the July 10 release

Shadow Shadow July 1, 2026

Essential Notes Review: Ras-I Proves Reggae Still Heals on Emotional New Album ‘Heart of Love’

On the 15th of May, fast-rising reggae artist Ras-I released his third

squidell squidell June 30, 2026

Kranium Earns Second RIAA Gold Certification as a Lead Artist — Catalogue Surpasses One Billion Global Streams

With more than one billion global streams and now two RIAA Gold-certified

Shadow Shadow June 30, 2026

REVIEW: Yaksta’s ‘The Microphone Saved Me’ Is One of Jamaica’s Best Albums in Years — But Not Enough People Heard It

With militant social commentary, Rastafari consciousness, emotional vulnerability and some of the

Shadow Shadow June 29, 2026

Billboard Names Runkus’ ‘Supernova’ Among ‘The 50 Best Albums of 2026 So Far’ Alongside Drake, Harry Styles and Bruno Mars

Jamaican crooner Runkus is receiving major international acclaim after Billboard named his

Shadow Shadow June 25, 2026

Alkaline and Vybz Kartel’s Albums Hit Billboard in 2026 — Can Masicka’s ‘Forever Reign’ Make It Three for Dancehall?

With both Alkaline and Vybz Kartel already securing Billboard Reggae Albums chart

Shadow Shadow June 22, 2026