Tag: Dancehall News

Shenseea Declares Herself the New Queen of Dancehall, Points to Chart Success and Commercial Achievements

Shenseea has declared herself the new Queen of Dancehall, openly embracing the…

Shadow Shadow November 11, 2026

Macka Diamond Announces ‘The Rebirth’ EP for January 2027, Teases Fresh Musical Direction

Macka Diamond is preparing to usher in a new chapter in her…

Shadow Shadow November 10, 2026

Millions at Stake! BZR WKND to Sue Cardi B After Paying Rapper in Full for Cancelled Jamaican Concert

BZR WKND is preparing for a multimillion-dollar legal showdown with American rap…

Shadow Shadow November 9, 2026

Rochelle Fleming Dies at 72: From Jamaican Radio to J. Cole and Mary J. Blige, First Choice Singer Influenced Generations

Rochelle Fleming's voice travelled far beyond the Philadelphia disco scene where she…

Shadow Shadow November 9, 2026

Matthew Samuda Takes Aim at Beenie Man’s Hurricane Melissa Criticism: “Mi Love Beenie Man Music, But Killa a Mi Artiste”

Minister of Water, Environment and Climate Change Matthew Samuda has defended the…

Shadow Shadow November 6, 2026

Spice’s Grammy-Nominated Album ’10’ Returns to Billboard Chart Following Philanthropic Honour from St Catherine High School

Dancehall star Spice is celebrating a double career milestone as her Grammy-nominated…

Shadow Shadow November 6, 2026

Vybz Kartel Scores First Canadian Double Platinum as International Certifications Continue to Mount

Vybz Kartel continues to expand his international music credentials, earning his first…

Shadow Shadow November 5, 2026

Flippa Moggela Federal Drug Case Delayed for Fifth Time, Entertainer to Remain in Custody Until January 2027

Dancehall entertainer Flippa Moggela's U.S. federal drug conspiracy case has been postponed…

Shadow Shadow November 3, 2026

Shenseea Taps Asake, Vybz Kartel and Loe Shimmy for New Eight-Track EP, ‘Catalyst’, Set for November 6 Release

Jamaican dancehall star Shenseea is assembling an international musical lineup for her…

Shadow Shadow November 3, 2026

Kabaka Pyramid To Embark On 20-Date Rebel Music Tour Across America In November

Grammy-winning reggae artiste Kabaka Pyramid is showing no signs of slowing down…

Shadow Shadow October 30, 2026

Buju Banton Responds to PM Andrew Holness’ Brand Jamaica Remarks: “We Have Been Pushing Brand Jamaica Long Before You Enter Politics”

Dancehall icon Buju Banton has entered the debate over Brand Jamaica following…

Shadow Shadow October 29, 2026

“Don’t Tear Down Your Country”: Prime Minister Holness Fires Back at Beenie Man Over Hurricane Melissa Recovery

Prime Minister Dr Andrew Holness has hit back at veteran dancehall icon…

Shadow Shadow October 29, 2026

Vybz Kartel Earns Third UK Certification as ‘Pon De Floor’ Goes Silver Ahead of Forthcoming Album ‘The Sun’

Vybz Kartel has secured his third UK song certification as Major Lazer’s…

Shadow Shadow October 27, 2026

Squash Released from Federal Prison, Now in ICE Custody as U.S. Immigration Battle Looms

Dancehall entertainer Squash has been released from federal prison but remains in…

Shadow Shadow October 27, 2026

Dancehall Fans Express Concern for Alkaline After Appearing on Stage in Dominica Wearing Breathing Apparatus

Dancehall fans have expressed concerns about Alkaline’s well-being after the Jamaican artiste…

Shadow Shadow October 26, 2026

29 Years Later, Beenie Man’s ‘Sim Simma’ Earns UK Gold Certification as Fresh Trinidad Controversy Prompts Another Apology

Beenie Man is celebrating another international milestone as his 1997 dancehall anthem…

Shadow Shadow October 25, 2026

Shenseea Turns 30 With Yung Miami Album Feature and Debut EP Set for November 6

Dancehall songstress Shenseea is entering a new chapter in her career as…

Shadow Shadow October 24, 2026

“Don’t Play With Me”: Konshens Fires Back at Critics Claiming His Love for East Africa Is Driven by Money

Dancehall star Konshens has fired back at critics questioning his connection with…

Shadow Shadow October 22, 2026

Aidonia: “If I Was a Weak Artiste, I Would Have Given Up Long Ago”, Recalls How Industry Gatekeepers Tried to Block His Rise for Years

Dancehall star Aidonia says years of industry resistance tested his determination to…

Shadow Shadow October 21, 2026

Kabaka Pyramid: Reggae Needs Stronger Business Infrastructure to Compete Globally, Questions ‘Every Artiste for Themselves’ Approach

Grammy-winning reggae artiste Kabaka Pyramid is calling for a stronger business structure…

Shadow Shadow October 20, 2026

Two Months Later, Masicka’s Forever Reign Still Holds Firm at No. 1 Across Six Markets Ahead of Forever1NE Music Festival

Two months after its release, Masicka’s Forever Reign is still making waves…

Shadow Shadow October 17, 2026

Chronic Law Denied Bail Again as Federal Judge Orders Continued US Detention Until January Trial

Jamaican dancehall entertainer Chronic Law will remain in US Marshals’ custody until…

Shadow Shadow October 16, 2026

Aidonia’s ‘Like How Yuh Feel’ Climbs 111 Spots on Jamaica’s Apple Music Chart in 33 Days

Aidonia’s ‘Like How Yuh Feel’ has climbed 111 places on Jamaica’s Apple…

Shadow Shadow October 16, 2026

More Prison Time for Dudus: Christopher Coke’s Release Date Extended by One Year Amid Reports of Alleged Altercation with Diddy

Convicted Jamaican drug lord Christopher ‘Dudus’ Coke is now scheduled to be…

Shadow Shadow October 14, 2026

Chin Explains Why He Believes Vybz Kartel Should Stay Offstage at Popcaan’s First US Concert

Should Vybz Kartel make a surprise appearance at Popcaan’s first US concert,…

Shadow Shadow October 14, 2026

Chin Says Popcaan Could Rival Vybz Kartel’s New York Ticket Sales Record Following US Visa Approval

Dancehall star Popcaan could challenge Vybz Kartel’s historic New York ticket-selling record…

Shadow Shadow October 14, 2026

Lt. Stitchie’s Family Announces November 14 Thanksgiving Service, Invites Fans and Entertainment Fraternity to Celebrate His Life and Legacy

The family of dancehall and gospel stalwart Lieutenant Stitchie has invited fans,…

Shadow Shadow October 13, 2026

Popcaan’s U.S. Arrival Fuels Calls for Barclays Center Concert as Fans Urge CJ Milan to Make It Happen

Just days after arriving in the United States following years of public…

Shadow Shadow October 13, 2026

After Years of Public Advocacy, Popcaan Arrives in the U.S. Following Visa Approval; Bounty Killer, Ding Dong and Jah Vinci React

Dancehall star Popcaan has reportedly arrived in the United States following news…

Shadow Shadow October 11, 2026

Mavado Earns First UK Silver Certification Ahead of Long-Awaited Return to Canada After 9-Year Hiatus

Dancehall star Mavado is celebrating a major career milestone as his 2010…

Shadow Shadow October 10, 2026

‘The Combination Between Us Was Deadly’: Attorney Details Strategy Used to Help Secure Munga Honorable’s Freedom in Murder Trial

Attorney-at-law Christopher Townsend has revealed how a carefully planned cross-examination helped secure…

Shadow Shadow October 10, 2026

‘I Don’t Do Those Things for Money’: Attorney Christopher Townsend Explains Why He Won’t Sue Mavado Over Public Comments

Renowned Jamaican attorney-at-law Christopher Townsend has revealed that fellow attorneys encouraged him…

Shadow Shadow October 9, 2026

Ajji Celebrates Birthday With Million Bees EP and Double Visuals for “Summa Walker” and “Birthday Chick”

Dancehall artiste Ajji is giving his latest musical offering fresh momentum following…

Shadow Shadow October 9, 2026

From Mourning to Celebration: Bounty Killer Welcomes First Grandson and Third Grandchild Days After Losing His Musical ‘Big Bro’

Days after bidding an emotional farewell to his “big bro” Lieutenant Stitchie,…

Shadow Shadow October 8, 2026

Macka Diamond Announces Retirement From Dancehall, Citing Lack of Appreciation and Industry Support

After more than three decades in dancehall, Macka Diamond says she will…

Shadow Shadow October 7, 2026

Busy Signal Backs Tapedeck as New Streaming Platform Launches in Jamaica, Promising Artistes 80% of Revenue

Busy Signal is betting on a new way of streaming music, and…

Shadow Shadow October 6, 2026

Vybz Kartel Has Another Album Coming This Year: Can ‘The Sun’ Outshine ‘God & Time’?

Vybz Kartel is giving dancehall fans another reason to debate before the…

Shadow Shadow October 5, 2026

Squash’s U.S. Federal Prison Release Date Moves to October 27: Less Than 30 Days Left, But Immigration Battle Looms

Squash is now less than 30 days away from his projected release…

Shadow Shadow October 1, 2026

Valiant Reflects on Pain and Blessings in ‘Time Capsule’ After Retaining Male Dancehall Artiste of the Year Title at CMA 2026

Valiant says he is “always aiming to become one of the greatest”,…

Shadow Shadow September 30, 2026

Three Deaths, Three Funerals: KipRich Calls 2026 “One of the Roughest Years” After Losing Newborn, Father and now Grandmother

Dancehall artiste KipRich is facing an extraordinary period of grief after losing…

Shadow Shadow September 30, 2026

‘Legends Never Die’: Bounty Killer Pays Tribute to Lieutenant Stitchie as Entertainment Community Mourns His Passing

Dancehall icon Bounty Killer is mourning the death of his close friend…

Shadow Shadow September 29, 2026

‘Ya Fi Bad Fi Survive’: Jayds Reflects on Ghetto Struggles, Faith and Survival in Newly Released ‘Autumn Leaves’

For Jayds, survival is not a luxury but a necessity. The dancehall…

Shadow Shadow September 27, 2026

Shaggy Hails Ninjaman’s Massive Dancehall Influence: ‘Everybody Wanted to Look Like Him, Talk Like Him’

Reggae superstar Shaggy has praised Ninjaman’s enormous influence on dancehall, recalling how…

Shadow Shadow September 26, 2026

Shenseea Exposes Deepest Wounds in ‘Vulnerability’: Absent Father, Mother’s Death, Industry Issues and Struggles With Love

Behind the confidence, ambition and bold persona that have made Shenseea one…

Shadow Shadow September 26, 2026

Chronic Law’s Trial Faces Delay as Attorney Seeks December or January Date, Citing Need for More Time to Review Evidence

Chronic Law’s federal firearms trial is facing a possible postponement until December…

Shadow Shadow September 25, 2026

Alexx A-Game Rebuilds Career After Years of Music Stolen, Turns Setback Into Motivational Anthem ‘Still A Rise’

Recording artiste Alexx A-Game is turning a devastating career setback into a…

Shadow Shadow September 25, 2026

“There Is No One King. The Only Other Person Above Me Is Really Sean Paul” — Shaggy Talks Streams, Dancehall’s Throne and Global Impact

Shaggy has weighed into dancehall’s long-running debate over its “kings”, arguing that…

Shadow Shadow September 24, 2026

Sister Nancy’s 44-Year-Old Album ‘One, Two’ Returns to Billboard as ‘Bam Bam’ Fuels Global Resurgence

Four decades after Sister Nancy released her landmark debut album One, Two,…

Shadow Shadow September 24, 2026