Tag: Dancehall Updates

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

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

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

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

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Dancehall artiste Flippa Moggela has withdrawn his request for bail in his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

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

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

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

Shenseea Climbs Billboard Latin and Rhythmic Airplay Charts With FIFA World Cup Anthem “Echo” Featuring Daddy Yankee

Shenseea continues strengthening her position as one of dancehall’s leading international crossover

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

June 5 Declared ‘Tarrus Riley Day’ As Florida’s City of Lauderdale Lakes Honours Singer With Official Proclamation

Reggae singer Tarrus Riley has received one of the biggest honours of

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

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

Announcement of Family Tragedy Forces Sudden Pause to Alkaline’s 2026 U.S. Concert Run

Just weeks after excitement surged over Alkaline’s planned appearance at Kaseya Center

Shadow Shadow May 23, 2026

Spice Wins Dual Honours For ‘Best Stagecraft’ and ‘Marcus Garvey Humanitarian Award’ at the 43rd IRAWMA

Fresh off her musical exploits in Uganda, where she delivered a stellar

Shadow Shadow May 19, 2026

Masicka Wins ‘Best EP Recording’ for Her Name Is Love at IRAWMA 2026 After Dominating April With Triple Releases

After dominating reggae and dancehall conversations throughout April, Masicka has now added

Shadow Shadow May 19, 2026

Vybz Kartel Scores Double Billboard Debut With Chris Brown After Securing 9 Wins at IRAWMA 2026

Fresh off a dominant showing at the 2026 International Reggae and World

Shadow Shadow May 19, 2026

Dancehall Producer Countree Hype Faces Up to 10 Years in U.S. Prison After Pleading Guilty to Smuggling Over 30 Guns to Jamaica

Jamaican music producer Countree Hype, given name Taugea Ubert Dayes, is facing

Shadow Shadow May 16, 2026

“The Sea Never Belong To No Man”: Keznamdi and JaBBEM Spark Heated Debate Over Access to Jamaica’s Beaches in New Documentary

Grammy-winning reggae artiste Keznamdi is igniting a fierce national conversation over beach

Shadow Shadow May 9, 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

“Rielle Is Not RielleUK”: Jamaican Music Executive Mark Pinnock Issues Statement Amid Influencer Arrest

Natural Bridge Entertainment, led by Jamaican music executive Mark Pinnock, is issuing

Shadow Shadow April 20, 2026

Protoje to Release 7th Studio Album ‘The Art of Acceptance’ This Friday Following Cinematic Kingston Premiere

With anticipation building, Jamaican reggae crooner Protoje is poised to release his

Shadow Shadow April 16, 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

Aidonia Honoured With Proclamation as City of Boston Declares March 13 ‘Aidonia Day’ Ahead of Birthday Celebrations

Dancehall heavyweight Aidonia has received one of the most significant international honours

Shadow Shadow March 16, 2026

Masicka Breaks Silence on Copyright Claim Dispute, Issues Official Statement and Announces New Music

Dancehall star Masicka has issued an official statement after several of his

Shadow Shadow March 13, 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

Jamaica Bids Farewell: Official Funeral for Reggae Icon Jimmy Cliff Set for December 17

Jamaica will bid farewell to one of its most beloved cultural giants

Shadow Shadow December 10, 2025

Ninja Man Murder Case Stalls Again as Legal Hurdle Pushes Appeal to March 2026

The long-delayed appeal in the high-profile murder case involving dancehall icon Desmond

Shadow Shadow December 8, 2025

“Stitchie Is Fighting, And for That I Give God Thanks”: Wife Updates U.K. Supporters During 3-City Benefit Concert Tour

“Stitchie is fighting, and for that I give God thanks.” With those

Shadow Shadow December 5, 2025

Jah Vinci to Headline FRi~NALLY 6th Anniversary Celebrations as Hurricane Melissa Tribute Gains Traction

Dancehall favourite Jah Vinci is set to ignite Kingston’s nightlife this weekend

Shadow Shadow December 1, 2025

“Do Not Get Scammed”: Vybz Kartel Issues Warning as Fraudsters Target His Adidja Palmer Foundation

The Adidja Palmer Foundation is urging Jamaicans and supporters worldwide to stay

Shadow Shadow November 28, 2025

Reggae Icon Jimmy Cliff Has Died at 81 — Jamaican Government Pays Tribute to a Fallen Legend

Jamaica and the global music community are mourning the loss of one

Shadow Shadow November 24, 2025

Usain Bolt’s Tracks & Records in Montego Bay Damaged in Early Morning Fire; No Injuries Reported

A pre-dawn blaze at Usain Bolt’s Tracks & Records in Montego Bay

Shadow Shadow November 22, 2025

Vybz Kartel Shows Support for Squash Ahead of November 24 Sentencing in U.S. Federal Court

Vybz Kartel is showing support for fellow dancehall artiste Squash as the

Shadow Shadow November 17, 2025

Government Revamps “I Love Jamaica” Hurricane Relief Concert with New Date, Format, and Star-Studded Lineup

The Government of Jamaica has officially announced a revamped format and new

Shadow Shadow November 5, 2025

“We’ve Profited from Jamaica, Now We Need to Take Care of Jamaica”: CJ Milan & Vanessa Bling Unite for Hurricane Relief Efforts

When businesswoman and concert promoter CJ Milan declared, “We’ve profited from Jamaica,

Shadow Shadow November 3, 2025

Jah Cure Found Guilty of Attempted Murder in Amsterdam Court — Hit With Longer Prison Sentence

Grammy-nominated reggae star Jah Cure, born Siccature Alcock, has been handed an

Shadow Shadow October 31, 2025

Fans Breathe New Life Into Chuck Fenda’s 2013 Hit “Warning” Amid His ‘Can’t Stop The Fire’ U.K. and European Tour

Reggae firebrand Chuck Fenda is lighting up stages across Europe with his

Shadow Shadow June 27, 2025