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Govana’s Guinness Deal Goes Caribbean-Wide as Brand Expands Partnership Across Four New Markets

Dancehall artiste Govana has secured another major career milestone after Guinness renewed

Shadow Shadow August 3, 2026

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

Dancehall Artiste Najeeriii Earns Spot on Billboard’s Prestigious 2026 ’21 Under 21′ List

Jamaican dancehall artiste Najeeriii has secured one of the music industry's most

Shadow Shadow August 1, 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

Only Four Jamaican Albums Have Reached the Billboard Reggae Chart in 2026, with Vybz Kartel Scoring the Highest Debut

Despite Jamaica producing a steady stream of album releases in 2026, only

Shadow Shadow July 31, 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

Sister Nancy, Marion Hall, Lady G and Lila Iké to Receive Keys to Paterson in Historic Jamaica Day Honour

Four of Jamaica's female entertainers are set to receive one of Paterson,

Shadow Shadow July 29, 2026

Squash Receives Third Sentence Reduction; Artiste Scheduled to Leave U.S. Federal Prison in November

Dancehall entertainer Squash has received another reduction to his U.S. federal prison

Shadow Shadow July 29, 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

Derrick Morgan vs Queen Ifrica: Supreme Court Sets December Hearing for High-Profile Defamation Lawsuit

The legal battle between ska legend Derrick Morgan and his daughter, reggae

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

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

Dexta Daps Teases New Album, Eyes Exciting New Chapter Ahead of Dream Weekend Return

Dancehall star Dexta Daps has confirmed that his next album is nearing

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

Key Witness in Music Producer Shab Don’s Triple-Murder Case Faces Double-Murder Trial in the U.S. This November

Jahreme 'J-Man' Shelton, an associate of Dancehall artiste Squash whom prosecutors intend

Shadow Shadow July 22, 2026

U.S. Judge Throws Out Squash’s Civil Suit Seeking His Immediate Release as Artiste’s Sentence Further Reduced by 15 Days

Dancehall artiste Squash has suffered a setback after a U.S. federal judge

Shadow Shadow July 22, 2026

Fantan Mojah’s Family Warns Public Against Fake Fundraising Campaigns Following Singer’s Death

Just one week after the death of reggae singer Fantan Mojah, his

Shadow Shadow July 21, 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

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