Tag: Jamaican pop culture

“Me Badder Than 95% of Dancehall Artistes”: Kkrytical Makes Bold Claim and Responds to Masicka Comparison

Kkrytical is not short on confidence when it comes to his place

Shadow Shadow September 7, 2026

Alkaline ‘Doesn’t Care Much’ About Being King of Dancehall, Says University Lecturer and Music Historian Dr Dennis Howard

Vybz Kartel has identified Alkaline as one of the artistes who could

Shadow Shadow September 7, 2026

‘Success Is Simply Unavoidable’: Najeeriii Enters New Era With Mature, Refined Sophomore Album, SISU

Dancehall artiste Najeeriii is declaring that “Success Is Simply Unavoidable” as he

Shadow Shadow September 6, 2026

“He’s Playing the Long Game”: Skatta Says Vybz Kartel Is Planting the Seeds for a Legacy That Could Surpass Bob Marley

“He’s playing the long game.” That is how veteran producer Cordel “Skatta”

Shadow Shadow September 5, 2026

Not His Biggest Hit, But Perhaps His Most Important: How ‘Boom Body’ Delivered Aidonia’s Billboard and U.S. Mainstream Breakthrough

Dancehall heavyweight Aidonia has built a career around hard-hitting anthems, street classics

Shadow Shadow August 28, 2026

D’Yani Breaks Into British Mainstream Radio as ‘Dutch Pot’ Gets Officially Playlisted on BBC 1Xtra

D’Yani has secured a major career breakthrough in the United Kingdom after

Shadow Shadow August 28, 2026

Jamaica Loses a Broadcasting Giant: Dervan Malcolm, the Voice of Radio for 31 Years, Dies

Respected Jamaican broadcaster Dervan Malcolm, whose voice informed, educated and connected generations

Shadow Shadow August 28, 2026

D’Yani Gains Momentum as Live Life & Prosper Debuts at No. 3 on iTunes and Apple Music Albums Charts

When D’Yani said every song on Live Life & Prosper carried “a

Shadow Shadow August 25, 2026

“She Would Want Me to Keep Going”: Chapta Nyne Mourns Beloved Grandmother, Turns Family Loss Into Career Motivation

Dancehall artiste Chapta Nyne is mourning the death of his beloved grandmother,

Shadow Shadow August 25, 2026

“Something Told Me to Pick Up My Phone”: Craigy T Opens Up About Depression Battle and Near-Suicide Attempt

For years, Craigy T has entertained audiences as a member of one

Shadow Shadow August 24, 2026

First Public Appearance Since Miss Universe 2025: Jamaica’s Dr. Gabrielle Henry Returns to Crown Her Successor

After months away from the public spotlight following her frightening fall and

Shadow Shadow August 23, 2026

“Every Song Carries a Lesson or a Testimony”: D’Yani Opens Up About Newly Released Debut Album Live Life & Prosper

Jamaican singer D’Yani is officially stepping into a new chapter of his

Shadow Shadow August 22, 2026

Usain Bolt Proposes to Longtime Partner Kasi Bennett During His 40th Birthday Celebration

Jamaican sprint legend and businessman Usain Bolt gave guests, and social media, an

Shadow Shadow August 22, 2026

Mr. Lexx Gets His Flowers: Dancehall Star Honoured by the City of Brampton for Over 30 Years in Music

After more than three decades of entertaining dancehall fans, Mr. Lexx is

Shadow Shadow August 20, 2026

Religion or Riches? Jayds’ Beast Album Cover Art Raises Eyebrows With Cryptic Christ-Like Imagery

Jayds is putting spirituality, wealth and worldly pleasure at the centre of

Shadow Shadow August 12, 2026

Etana Says She ‘Cried’ Watching Elephant Man Push Longtime Associate Fahya Off Stage in Now-Viral Incident

Reggae songstress Etana has weighed in on the growing controversy surrounding dancehall

Shadow Shadow August 5, 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

“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

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

Yaksta Announces 19-Track Deluxe Edition of ‘The Microphone Saved Me’, Teases Three Versions of Album

Reggae firebrand Yaksta is not finished with The Microphone Saved Me, revealing

Shadow Shadow July 14, 2026

Yaksta Eyes Global Market Expansion With Year-Long ‘Roar Tour’ Across Three Continents

Jamaican crooner Yaksta is stepping into a defining chapter of his musical

Shadow Shadow July 13, 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

10 Years Later, Alkaline’s ‘New Level Unlocked’ Still Dominating Regional Charts Alongside ‘NPT’ Album

Ten years after helping redefine the sound and energy of modern dancehall,

Shadow Shadow July 3, 2026

REVIEW: Yaksta’s ‘The Microphone Saved Me’ Is One of Jamaica’s Best Albums in Years — But Not Enough People Heard It

With militant social commentary, Rastafari consciousness, emotional vulnerability and some of the

Shadow Shadow June 29, 2026

Skillibeng, Drake And Diplo Tease New Music — Could This Be The Next Big Dancehall Crossover Hit For 2026?

In 2023, Skillibeng opened for Drake during the launch of the It's

Shadow Shadow June 23, 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

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

Yaksta’s Sophomore Album ‘The Microphone Saved Me’ to Arrive June 15, An Uncompromising 15-Track Set Built on Revolution, Truth and Love

As anticipation builds around his first-ever UK headlining tour, Yaksta is preparing

Shadow Shadow June 13, 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

“I Think I’m Gonna Sue AI”: Spice Forced to Flee Burning Couch During ‘Volcano’ Video Stunt

Reigning queen of dancehall Spice has sparked a viral frenzy online after

Shadow Shadow June 8, 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

“Album Ready My Side”: Masicka Confirms Third Studio Album Is Complete; Dancehall Fans React

Dancehall frontrunner Masicka has officially confirmed that his third studio album is

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

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

Fearless Dancehall Artist Sekklez Tackles Controversy, Relationships & Real-Life Struggles In New Music

As conversations around women in dancehall continue to evolve, emerging artiste Sekklez

Shadow Shadow May 20, 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

Beenie Man Denies Assault Allegations as Management Threatens Legal Action Over Defamation Claims

Dancehall veteran Beenie Man is firmly rejecting allegations that he physically assaulted

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

“To Put Away a Young Man for a Toy Gun Is Awful,” Attorney Bert Samuels Asks Governor-General to Pardon Music Producer

Senior attorney Bert Samuels has ignited a heated national debate after blasting

Shadow Shadow May 18, 2026

Opposition MP on U$3 Trillion Creative Industry: “Jamaica Must Move From Exporting Culture to Owning and Monetising It”

From reggae and dancehall to viral slang, fashion and internet culture, Jamaica

Shadow Shadow May 17, 2026

Jamaica’s Government Signs Declaration of Intent to Establish Culture and Creative Industries Fund

Jamaica’s creative sector could soon gain a critical financial lifeline, with a

Shadow Shadow May 1, 2026

Is Masicka Reggae’s Most In-Demand Collaborator? Protoje, Lila Iké and Keznamdi Co-Sign Dancehall Star

Is Masicka quietly becoming reggae’s most in-demand collaborator? Within the span of

Shadow Shadow April 23, 2026

“Murderer” Dispute Escalates as Buju Banton Threatens Legal Action and Issues Ultimatum to Wayne Wonder and His Wife

Reggae icon Buju Banton has escalated a heated social media fallout into

Shadow Shadow March 23, 2026