Tag: Dancehall News

Keznamdi and Charly Black Energise 22,000 at New York Festival as Reggae Star Builds Momentum Ahead of Live Nation Tour

More than 22,000 fans turned out for the Caribbean Night Festival at

Shadow Shadow July 18, 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

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

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

Jamaica to Honour the Life of Legendary Coach Stephen Francis with National Celebration on August 15

Jamaica will honour legendary coach Stephen Francis with a national Celebration of

Shadow Shadow July 15, 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

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

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

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

Stephen Francis Dies at 64: Legendary Coach Behind Jamaica’s Sprint Dynasty Leaves Sports World Plunged in Mourning

Jamaica is mourning the loss of legendary coach Stephen Francis, the visionary

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

Vybz Kartel Earns First UK Gold Certification as Nigerian Star Mr Eazi and Dre Skull Tap Dancehall Icon for New Afrobeats Anthem

Vybz Kartel’s global resurgence continues to gain momentum after the dancehall superstar

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Vybz Kartel Ranked 3rd After Securing His 12th Billboard Entry, but No.1 Spot on the Reggae Albums Chart Remains Elusive

Vybz Kartel may have secured another Billboard milestone with his latest album

Shadow Shadow June 17, 2026

Masicka to Release Third Studio Album ‘Forever Reign’ on August 14, One Day Before Headlining Concert at Barclays Center

Genasyde boss Masicka has intensified anticipation surrounding his next career chapter after

Shadow Shadow June 16, 2026

Dancehall Fans React as Masicka Announces First Major U.S. Headlining Concert at Barclays Center Ahead of Upcoming Album

Masicka has sent many dancehall fans into celebration mode after officially announcing

Shadow Shadow June 15, 2026

Prime Minister Andrew Holness on Squatter Culture: “We Need to Build More Houses at Prices People Can Afford”

Prime Minister Dr. Andrew Holness says Jamaica must dramatically expand affordable housing

Shadow Shadow June 13, 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

Munga Honorable and Co-Accused Freed as Murder Case Collapses Over Eyewitness Inconsistencies

Dancehall entertainer Munga Honorable and co-accused Sheridan Gordon walked free on Friday

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

$67 Billion Spent, 2,724 Container Houses Ordered, Says Government, as Displaced Jamaicans Await Permanent Housing Months After Disaster

After spending $67 billion on Hurricane Melissa relief and recovery efforts, the

Shadow Shadow June 10, 2026

“Pongo”by Rvssian, Rauw Alejandro and Wizkid Climbs Billboard Latin Chart After Debut on Spain’s Spotify Daily Top Songs

Jamaican producer Rvssian is extending his international winning streak as “Pongo,” his

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

Courtroom Drama: Bail Revoked Then Reinstated for Munga Honorable and Co-Accused During Murder Trial

Tension filled the Home Circuit Court in downtown Kingston on Monday as

Shadow Shadow June 9, 2026

“I Think I’m Gonna Sue AI”: Spice Forced to Flee Burning Couch During ‘Volcano’ Video Stunt

Reigning queen of dancehall Spice has sparked a viral frenzy online after

Shadow Shadow June 8, 2026

Vybz Kartel’s God & Time Becomes the Only Jamaican Album on Worldwide iTunes and Apple Music Charts

Vybz Kartel continues to cement his place as one of dancehall’s most

Shadow Shadow June 8, 2026

MOBO Founder Kanya King Dead at 57: The Woman Whose Sacrifice Changed British Music Forever Against All Odds

When Kanya King remortgaged her home 30 years ago to launch the

Shadow Shadow June 6, 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