Tag: dancehall culture

Flippa Moggela Co-Accused Becomes First to Plead Guilty in U.S. Drug Case Ahead of August 10 Court Date

The U.S. federal drug conspiracy case involving dancehall entertainer Flippa Moggela has

Shadow Shadow August 2, 2026

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

‘Never Doubt Yourself’: Valiant Responds to Critics as Social Media Erupts Over His ‘Dancehall Column’ and ‘King’ Remarks

Dancehall star Valiant has responded to critics after social media erupted over

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

“I’m One of Dancehall’s Columns”: Valiant Believes He Could Be Dancehall’s Next King Within Two Years

Amidst an interesting year that has seen him dominate Caribbean charts with

Shadow Shadow July 30, 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

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

Prosecution Urges Court of Appeal to Uphold Ninjaman Conviction, Calls Killing ‘A Well-Organised Assassination’

The Crown has asked Jamaica's Court of Appeal to uphold the murder

Shadow Shadow July 26, 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

Demarco Pulls Out of Reggae Jam Festival 2026, Cites Unfulfilled Contractual Obligations

Dancehall star Demarco has withdrawn from Reggae Jam Festival 2026, alleging that

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

Ninjaman, Son and Co-Accused Fight Life Sentences as Appeal Court Hears New Arguments

Dancehall icon Desmond 'Ninjaman' Ballentine, his son Janiel Ballentine and co-accused Dennis

Shadow Shadow July 23, 2026

Boom Boom Named Magnum Tonic Wine Brand Ambassador After More Than 30 Years of Championing Dancehall

After spending more than 30 years promoting Jamaican dancehall culture around the

Shadow Shadow July 22, 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

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

Buju Banton’s 13th Studio Album Too Too Bad Debuts at No. 3 and No. 17 on the U.S iTunes Reggae and All-Genres Charts

Buju Banton's message about preserving dancehall's identity is already striking a chord

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

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

From Bounty Killer to Bugle: Vaunter Expands Fashion Footprint Across US and Jamaica

From Bounty Killer and Agent Sasco to Jahmiel, Bugle and Tifa, some

Shadow Shadow July 14, 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

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

From Sting Rivals to UK Headliners: Tickets Go on Sale for Vybz Kartel and Mavado’s Long-Awaited Reunion at London’s O2 Arena

Nearly 20 years after their unforgettable Sting showdown helped define a generation

Shadow Shadow July 10, 2026

Flippa Moggela Drug Case Delayed Until August 10 as Judge Grants More Time to Review Evidence

Dancehall artiste Flippa Moggela's U.S. federal drug conspiracy case has been delayed

Shadow Shadow July 10, 2026

“It Was Getting Hard”: Dexta Daps Reveals He Was About to Quit Music Before His Mother’s Words Changed Everything

One conversation with his mother may have changed the course of dancehall

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

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

Months After Release From 73-Day ICE Detention, Chronic Law Detained Again In Florida On Firearm-Related Charges

Just months after turning his widely publicised 73-day ICE detention into the

Shadow Shadow July 6, 2026

Sizzla Kalonji, Munga Honourable and Bugle to Headline Di Unit’s 11th Anniversary Celebration in Portmore on July 10

After drawing major support from Jamaica’s entertainment community during last year’s milestone

Shadow Shadow July 5, 2026

“Each Child Gets $100,000!” — Cheers and Tears Erupt as Usain Bolt Donates $1.7 Million to Waldensia Primary Graduates

Olympic sprint legend Usain Bolt brought tears, cheers and celebration to his

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

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

Aidonia to Release New Project This Year as Management Remains Tight-Lipped on Whether It’s an EP or His Long-Awaited Album

Dancehall heavyweight Aidonia is officially preparing to release a brand-new project later

Shadow Shadow July 2, 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

Aidonia Delivers Explosive Set at St. Kitts Music Festival — Jayds Makes His Presence Felt Amid Summer Campaign

Aidonia delivered one of the biggest moments of the 2026 St. Kitts

Shadow Shadow June 29, 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

U.S. Court Sentences Jamaican Music Producer Countree Hype to 5 Years and 10 Months in Gun Smuggling Case

Countree Hype built a name in dancehall music working with some of

Shadow Shadow June 26, 2026

Grammys Spotlight Jamaican Singer D’Yani With “Journey” Acoustic Premiere On Official YouTube Channel

Following the breakout success of “The Little Things” — the Hurricane Melissa-inspired

Shadow Shadow June 25, 2026

Jamaica’s Minimum Wage To Increase To J$17,000 Weekly Starting July 1; Minister Urges Employers To Pay More If You Can

A significant segment of the Jamaican workforce is set to receive a long-awaited

Shadow Shadow June 24, 2026

Flippa Moggela Withdraws Bail Application, Terminates Court-Appointed Lawyer and Hires New Criminal and Civil Rights Attorney

Dancehall artiste Flippa Moggela has withdrawn his request for bail in his

Shadow Shadow June 24, 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

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

Religious Leaders Blast Valiant’s ‘Short Shorts’ Video, Call It “An Act of Wickedness Against God”

Dancehall artiste Valiant has ignited heated debate across social media after religious

Shadow Shadow June 19, 2026

Vybz Kartel Says He’s Done Recording Graphic Gun Songs, Reveals Over 104 Songs Were Recorded for ‘God & Time’ Album

Fresh off debuting at No. 6 on the Billboard Reggae Albums chart,

Shadow Shadow June 19, 2026