Tag: Jamaican dancehall

The Business of Staying Relevant: How Alkaline Turns His Elusive Presence and Mystery Into a Dancehall Advantage

In an industry where visibility often determines relevance, Alkaline has spent more…

Shadow Shadow October 21, 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

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

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

Best Reggae Album Grammy Submissions Increase by 63% as Industry Heavyweights Battle for Nominations

The race for Best Reggae Album at the 69th Annual Grammy Awards…

Shadow Shadow October 13, 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

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

Inner Circle Co-Founder Ian Lewis Calls for Reggae and Dancehall to Be Separated at the Grammys “So We Stop Comparing Them”

Inner Circle co-founder Ian Lewis believes the growing tension between reggae and…

Shadow Shadow October 5, 2026

Masicka Says It Feels Right to Celebrate at Home as He Announces Forever1NE Music Festival in Portmore

Masicka is bringing the Forever1NE movement home. The dancehall star will headline…

Shadow Shadow October 1, 2026

Alkaline Returns to OVO Arena Wembley in 2027 After Sold-Out 2025 Concert and People’s Choice Award Win

Alkaline is going back to the scene of one of his biggest…

Shadow Shadow October 1, 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

Ahead of Lt. Stitchie’s 64th Birthday, Wife Makes Urgent Appeal for Blood Donations: “God Has a Reason” He Is Still Alive

Reggae-gospel artiste Cleve “Lt. Stitchie” Laing has been hospitalised in Kingston ahead…

Shadow Shadow September 28, 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

1Clauze Explains Why Dancehall Is Struggling to Break Into the Global Mainstream: ‘Music Is a Product, Music Is a Business’

Social commentator Reuben “1Clauze” Hussey believes contemporary dancehall must rethink its approach…

Shadow Shadow September 26, 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

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

Masicka Scores Double Win at 2026 Caribbean Music Awards as Forever Reign Remains No. 1 Across Multiple Markets

Masicka’s Forever Reign era continues to deliver major milestones, with the dancehall…

Shadow Shadow September 23, 2026

Shenseea Wins Three at 2026 Caribbean Music Awards, Retains Female Dancehall Artiste of the Year Crown

Three trophies, one returning crown and another international honour. Shenseea has added…

Shadow Shadow September 23, 2026

“We Change Dancehall Already”: Alkaline Brings Home the “Proof” With People’s Choice Award Win at Caribbean Music Awards 2026

Alkaline’s declaration that he had already helped change dancehall has taken on…

Shadow Shadow September 23, 2026

Days After UK Honour, Aidonia Confirmed For Love & Harmony 10th Anniversary Cruise With Beres Hammond, I-Wayne & Sanchez

Days after receiving international recognition for his contribution to will.i.am and Cody…

Shadow Shadow September 23, 2026

Ayetian Goes From Billboard’s Caribbean Up-and-Comer to Best New Artist at 2026 Caribbean Music Awards

Ayetian’s rapid rise has produced another major milestone. Just two months after…

Shadow Shadow September 22, 2026

Capleton Returns to Canada After 11-Year Hiatus, Sets ‘Fire in the Park’ Ablaze, Honoured With Proclamation From City of Brampton

After an 11-year absence from Canada, Capleton returned in true “Fireman” fashion,…

Shadow Shadow September 20, 2026

Cars, Crime, Money and Women: Dancehall Has Jamaica’s Youth in Its Grip — But What Is the Culture Teaching Them?

Cars, crime, money and women. These are among the recurring themes being…

Shadow Shadow September 19, 2026

“You Have All the Stories”: Professor Hope Challenges Vybz Kartel to Create the Album That Will Define His Legacy

Vybz Kartel may have already conquered controversy, incarceration, international stages and one…

Shadow Shadow September 19, 2026

Chronic Law Fires Back At ‘Informant’ Claims: “Mi N Nuh Boy Nuh Wul Conversation, Unu Cyaa Style Me”

Chronic Law is refusing to let newly publicised claims from his federal…

Shadow Shadow September 18, 2026

Chronic Law’s Attorney Makes Another Bid For Bail Amid Visa Revocation and Alleged Gang Feud Revelations

Chronic Law is making a fresh bid for bail as newly released…

Shadow Shadow September 17, 2026

Jayds’ ‘Beast’ Is Becoming More Than an Album, It’s Emerging as His Breakthrough Statement. Here’s Why

Exactly one month after the release of his debut album Beast, Jayds…

Shadow Shadow September 15, 2026

“I Do Make Uplifting Music, It’s Just Not Getting Highlighted”: Skippa Responds to Dancehall’s Declining Morals Debate

Fresh from being named Billboard's 2026 Caribbean Rising Star, Jamaican dancehall artiste…

Shadow Shadow September 14, 2026

Agent Sasco To Be Honoured For Contribution To Kendrick Lamar’s Grammy-Winning, Platinum-Certified Album ‘To Pimp A Butterfly’

Dancehall star Agent Sasco is set to receive major recognition for his…

Shadow Shadow September 13, 2026

One Month Later, Masicka’s Forever Reign Is Still Reigning at No. 1 Across Multiple Markets Including Gambia

The title is proving prophetic. One month after its release, Masicka’s Forever…

Shadow Shadow September 13, 2026

Clock Ticking for Chronic Law, No Plea Deal Indicated as Court Sets October 26 Trial Date, and November Deadline in Federal Gun Case

Chronic Law is heading towards a crucial new chapter in his federal…

Shadow Shadow September 13, 2026

Shabba Ranks Goes to War for His Music, Files Lawsuit Against the Publishing Arm of Greensleeves Records

More than three decades after helping to shape the sound of modern…

Shadow Shadow September 13, 2026

Sean Paul Announces South Africa Tour for December, Says Gen Z Is Keeping Him in a ‘Youngevity Loop’

After more than three decades of global hits, Sean Paul says the…

Shadow Shadow September 11, 2026

Aidonia to Be Honoured for Contribution to will.i.am and Cody Wise’s UK No. 1 Platinum-Certified Hit, ‘It’s My Birthday’

Twelve years after his music became part of will.i.am and Cody Wise's…

Shadow Shadow September 10, 2026

From Caribbean Music Awards Nominee to Billboard Honouree: Skippa Named 2026 Caribbean Rising Star

Dancehall artiste Skippa is taking his fast-rising career to another level after…

Shadow Shadow September 10, 2026