Tag: Jamaican music

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

Vybz Kartel’s ‘God & Time’ Debuts at No. 6 on Billboard Reggae Albums Chart After Securing Five Caribbean Music Awards Nominations

Vybz Kartel is once again dominating dancehall headlines as his latest album,

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

From Grammy Glory to Sold-Out Concerts, Keznamdi’s Rise Continues With Multiple Nominations at the 2026 Caribbean Music Awards

Just months after making history with his Grammy-winning album BLXXD & FYAH,

Shadow Shadow June 15, 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

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

“Shake It To The Max (Fly) Remix” The Most Nominated Song at the 2026 Caribbean Music Awards, Shenseea and Skillibeng Earn 6 Nods Each

After conquering streaming platforms, viral dance culture and major international award stages,

Shadow Shadow June 11, 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

Caribbean Music Awards 2026 Expands With 9 New Additions and Over 250 Nominees Across 40 Categories

The Caribbean Music Awards nominations are officially out, and the 2026 field

Shadow Shadow June 10, 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

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

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

Vybz Kartel’s ‘God & Time’ Album Debuts at No. 1 on U.S. iTunes Reggae Chart With 10 Songs Inside Top 100

Vybz Kartel has stormed the international digital charts once again, with his

Shadow Shadow June 5, 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

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

Keznamdi and Live Nation Announce First Leg of Major U.S. Tour After Sold-Out New York and Los Angeles Concerts

Fresh off a Grammy-winning season and two sold-out concerts in New York

Shadow Shadow June 2, 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

Jamaica To Honour Reggae Legend Ernie Smith At Celebration Of Life In Kingston on June 5

Jamaica will come together this Friday to celebrate the life and legacy

Shadow Shadow June 1, 2026

From Restrictions to Triumph: Vybz Kartel Draws 20,000 Fans for Historic Sold-Out Cayman Islands Debut

Just weeks after Cayman Islands authorities imposed restrictions on his lyrics and

Shadow Shadow May 31, 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

Dancehall Artiste Mad Cobra Hospitalised Following Florida Turnpike Crash; Artiste Reported in Stable Condition

Renowned dancehall artiste Mad Cobra has been hospitalised following a motor vehicle

Shadow Shadow May 29, 2026

Shenseea Scores 5th Billboard Entry With FIFA World Cup 2026 Anthem “Echo” Featuring Daddy Yankee

While debates continue over who currently leads dancehall’s global crossover movement, Shenseea

Shadow Shadow May 27, 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’s God & Time Album Set for June 5 Release, Premieres New Video Amid Billboard Success

Vybz Kartel is ushering in a new artistic phase with his forthcoming

Shadow Shadow May 20, 2026

Tarrus Riley Removed From Best Of The Best Festival Line-Up, Artiste Management Issues Official Statement

Jamaican reggae singer Tarrus Riley has been officially removed from the upcoming

Shadow Shadow May 20, 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

Popcaan Scores Fourth Drake Collaboration With ‘Amazing Shape’ Amid Canadian Rapper’s Triple Album Rollout

Dancehall star Popcaan has officially secured his fourth collaboration with Drake on

Shadow Shadow May 15, 2026

Chris Brown Names Vybz Kartel Collaboration Among His Favourite Songs on the New 27-Track Album

While Chris Brown says fans have delivered mixed reactions to his new

Shadow Shadow May 11, 2026

Sister Nancy’s Timeless Classic ‘Bam Bam’ Certified Gold in the UK 44 Years After Its Original Release

Forty-four years after its original release, Sister Nancy’s legendary anthem Bam Bam

Shadow Shadow May 11, 2026

WYFL Riddim Album Hits No. 1 on U.S. Reggae Chart, Climbs Top 100 All-Genres and New Releases Rankings

DJ Mac and Crash Dummy’s WYFL Riddim continues its remarkable global rise

Shadow Shadow May 10, 2026

YG Marley’s “Praise Jah in the Moonlight” Goes Platinum in UK Amid Heated Reggae Debate in Jamaica

YG Marley continues to maintain a presence on the international music scene

Shadow Shadow May 8, 2026

Jamaica Divided as Yaksta Sparks Social Media Firestorm After Declaring ‘Jesus Nah Come Save We’

Yaksta has once again found himself at the centre of controversy after

Shadow Shadow May 8, 2026

Capleton to Release Heights of Fire This Summer, His First Album in 16 Years, Featuring Damian and Stephen Marley

After 16 years without a full-length project, reggae firebrand Capleton is finally

Shadow Shadow April 27, 2026

Mavado to Receive Special Lifetime Achievement Award at IRAWMA 2026, Cementing Dancehall Legacy

As dancehall continues to evolve, one of its most defining voices, Mavado,

Shadow Shadow April 24, 2026

Popcaan and Reggae Legend Junior Reid Bridge Generations with New Purpose-Driven Collaboration ‘Born Fi Conquer’

Dancehall star Popcaan has tapped reggae royalty Junior Reid for his latest

Shadow Shadow April 4, 2026

D’Yani Signs With U.K. Label as New Single “The Little Things” Climbs to No.1 on U.S. iTunes Reggae Chart

Jamaican singer D’Yani has secured another international milestone, officially signing with UK-based

Shadow Shadow April 3, 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

Alkaline Honoured as ‘Champion of Culture’ by Guinness — ‘Gyal Good’ Surges on Charts Fueled by Female Fans

Dancehall star Alkaline is enjoying a wave of momentum, blending chart dominance

Shadow Shadow March 30, 2026

Popcaan Secures 10th UK Certification as “Saturnz Barz” Featuring Gorillaz Goes Silver

Dancehall heavyweight Popcaan has notched another major international win, as “Saturnz Barz,”

Shadow Shadow March 23, 2026

Alkaline Delivers Career-Defining Weekend With Sold-Out Barclays Center Show and New 16-Track Album NPT

Enigmatic dancehall star Alkaline marked a career-defining weekend, headlining the iconic Barclays

Shadow Shadow March 22, 2026

Ayetian Announces First Single from Forthcoming EP ‘JAMPACK’ After Securing 2026 MOBO Nomination

Dancehall fans, brace yourselves—Ayetian is set to release his highly anticipated EP

Shadow Shadow March 17, 2026

Nigerian Singer Patoranking Enlists Buju Banton for Second Single from His Forthcoming Fifth Studio Album

Returning to the reggae sounds that shaped his early career, Nigerian singer

Shadow Shadow March 12, 2026

Skillibeng Premieres “Ballerina” With Afrobeats Star Rema After Scoring Second U.S. Gold Certification

Fresh off a major international certification and a surge in global streaming

Shadow Shadow February 28, 2026