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“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

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

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

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

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

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

Rockabye by Clean Bandit Featuring Anne-Marie and Sean Paul Surpasses 3.1 Billion Views, Becomes 28th Fastest Song to Reach Milestone

Sean Paul has secured another major global milestone after Rockabye officially surpassed

Shadow Shadow June 17, 2026

From Billboard Success to Caribbean Music Awards 2026: Alkaline Earns ‘Artiste of the Year’ and ‘People’s Choice Award’ Nominations

Alkaline continues to strengthen his presence on the international music scene after

Shadow Shadow June 12, 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

Shaggy Working on New Stage Musical About His Life Following Success with Sting in Acclaimed Production The Last Ship

Reggae-dancehall icon Shaggy has revealed that his remarkable journey from Kingston to

Shadow Shadow June 3, 2026

Sean Paul Leads Brazilian Football Legend Ronaldinho’s 44-Artist Global Music Project ‘CAMISA 10’ Ahead of World Cup 2026

Dancehall superstar Sean Paul has landed a major global spotlight role as

Shadow Shadow June 3, 2026

Yaksta Announces First-Ever UK Headlining Summer Tour Ahead of Highly Anticipated Album

Yaksta is preparing for one of the biggest moments of his career

Shadow Shadow June 3, 2026

Vybz Kartel Unveils Star-Studded Features for Upcoming Album ‘God & Time’ Including Mavado, Wizkid, Farruko, Shenseea, Spice and Skillibeng

As anticipation builds for their upcoming Reggae Sumfest reunion, Vybz Kartel and

Shadow Shadow June 1, 2026

Has Dancehall Already Found Its Song of the Summer? Alkaline’s ‘Gyal Good’ Is Making a Strong Case

With summer fast approaching, Alkaline's Gyal Good is already generating the kind

Shadow Shadow May 30, 2026

Jamaican Football Star Raheem Sterling Released on Bail After Arrest in UK Lamborghini Crash Linked to Alleged Drug-Driving

Jamaican-born international football star Raheem Sterling is reportedly at the centre of

Shadow Shadow May 30, 2026

Popcaan Earns First-Ever Billboard Hot 100 Entry With Drake Collaboration ‘Amazing Shape’

For years, Popcaan has been one of dancehall’s most internationally recognised voices,

Shadow Shadow May 27, 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

Rihanna’s ANTI Makes History: First Album by a Black Female Artist to Spend 10 Years on Billboard 200

Rihanna’s ANTI has officially etched its name deeper into Billboard history, becoming

Shadow Shadow April 22, 2026

Idris Elba Taps Beenie Man, Turno & Tiggs Da Author for Latest Single “Rise Again”

Global star power meets dancehall royalty as Idris Elba taps Beenie Man

Shadow Shadow April 21, 2026

Rare Piece of Bob Marley Dreadlock Expected to Fetch Up to £25,000 at UK Auction

A rare and deeply personal relic from Bob Marley is set to

Shadow Shadow March 31, 2026

Rick Ross Names Vybz Kartel as His Dream Headliner for 2026 FIFA World Cup Halftime Show

Rick Ross has ignited fresh global conversation around dancehall’s place on the

Shadow Shadow March 18, 2026

Rihanna’s ‘Pon De Replay’ and ‘Where Have You Been’ Hit 1 Billion Streams on Spotify, Pushing Her Total to 18 Songs

Nearly two decades after her debut and almost ten years since her

Shadow Shadow January 12, 2026

Vybz Kartel and Former Business Partner Corey Todd Reunite After Almost 15-Year Split: Dancehall Fans React

Almost 15 years after a bitter split that shook dancehall, Vybz Kartel

Shadow Shadow January 9, 2026

Petitions to Deport Nicki Minaj Surge to Trinidad & Tobago Past 120,000 Signatures Amid Political Backlash

Petitions calling for the deportation of Trinidadian rap superstar Nicki Minaj have

Shadow Shadow January 3, 2026

Vybz Kartel Recognised Among the Most Iconic Images in Billboard’s Best Photography of 2025

Nothing cements cultural dominance quite like a moment frozen in time —

Shadow Shadow December 15, 2025

Overwhelming Demand Forces Postponement of Toronto Concert — Chronic Law To Embark On First-Ever Canadian Tour in 2026

Chronic Law is officially heading north in a major way. The dancehall

Shadow Shadow December 14, 2025

Miss Universe in Turmoil: Thai Co-Owner Hit With Arrest Warrant as Mexican Partner Probed for Arms and Drug Trafficking

The Miss Universe Organisation has been thrust into its most turbulent moment

Shadow Shadow December 6, 2025

Miss Universe Leadership Allegedly Blames Miss Jamaica, Claiming She ‘Wasn’t Paying Attention’ Before Fall

Miss Universe organisers are under fire after allegations surfaced that leadership blamed

Shadow Shadow November 28, 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

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

Sean Paul Makes Rolling Stone’s 250 Greatest Songs List, Announces First-Ever Concerts in Malaysia, Thailand, and Kuwait

Dancehall superstar Sean Paul continues to be a torchbearer for Jamaica and

Shadow Shadow October 9, 2025

Dancehall Artists and Filmmakers Beware — That Fake Gun in Your Video Could Land You in Prison, According to Jamaica’s Gun Law

Reggae and Dancehall artists, filmmakers, and theatre producers across Jamaica are being

Shadow Shadow October 5, 2025

First Round of Voting Opens: Submissions Dip by 2.67% as 73 Albums Vie for the ‘Best Reggae Album’ Grammy

The competition for the coveted Best Reggae Album Grammy is officially underway,

Shadow Shadow October 4, 2025

Aidonia’s Home Raided by Police, Manager Lav Lawrence Clarifies False Media Reports

On Friday morning, the calm of dancehall star Aidonia’s household was shattered

Shadow Shadow October 3, 2025

Denyque and Foota Hype Talk AI in Music: 53% of Musicians Worldwide Feared AI Will Negatively Impact Their Careers

The conversation around artificial intelligence (AI) in music has taken center stage

Shadow Shadow September 26, 2025

Burna Boy Becomes First African Artiste With 7 Billboard Hot 100 Entries and 5 Consecutive Years on the Chart

Burna Boy has etched his name deeper into music history, becoming the

Shadow Shadow September 25, 2025

Amid His Worl’ Boss Tour, Vybz Kartel Urges Jamaican Students to Value Education and Honour Teachers

Despite being on his Worl’ Boss Tour across Europe, Dancehall superstar Vybz

Shadow Shadow September 13, 2025

“Tell the Kenyan Promoters I Am Ready To Come Home”: Vybz Kartel Eyes Africa as ‘Worl’ Boss Tour’ Heads to Manchester

Vybz Kartel’s highly anticipated visit to Africa may be edging closer, with

Shadow Shadow September 9, 2025

Squash’s Plea Deal Revealed: One Charge Dropped, Faces Up to 15 Years and Possible $250K Fine; Sentencing Pending

Dancehall artiste Squash has officially struck a deal with U.S. prosecutors, pleading

Shadow Shadow September 5, 2025

Charly Black Taps Legendary Producers Dave Kelly, Don Corleone & Snowcone for Third Studio Album ‘Good Times’

Dancehall artiste Charly Black taps legendary producers Dave Kelly, Don Corleone, and

Shadow Shadow September 2, 2025

Shaggy Pulls 48,000 Fans to New York State Fair — Third Largest Crowd in Concert History

Dancehall superstar Shaggy proved his enduring star power on Sunday night when

Shadow Shadow September 2, 2025

Romain Virgo Fends Off Fierce Competition to Win Male Reggae Artiste of the Year at 2025 Caribbean Music Awards

Romain Virgo’s star power reached new heights on Thursday night (August 28)

Shadow Shadow August 29, 2025

Shenseea Reaps Billboard Success with Mariah Carey Collaboration After Securing Second MTV VMA Nomination

Shenseea is riding a wave of global success, with her voice now

Shadow Shadow August 21, 2025

Sean Kingston Sentenced to 3.5 Years in Prison for U$1 Million Fraud Scheme Involving His Mother

Sean Kingston’s meteoric rise from a humble Jamaican-American upbringing to international fame

Shadow Shadow August 15, 2025