Tag: music industry

Fans Outraged: After Masicka Gets Snubbed a Second Time by the Grammy Awards

For the second time, dancehall frontrunner Masicka has been overlooked for a

Shadow Shadow November 10, 2024

Vybz Kartel Expands Business Venture with New Rum Line as ‘The Comet’ Surpasses the 6 Million Mark

Dancehall icon Vybz Kartel is making a bold return to the business

Shadow Shadow October 16, 2024

Juno Awards Controversy: Reggae and Three Other Categories Dropped for 2025 Ceremony

The Juno Awards, Canada's premier music awards show, has sparked controversy within

Shadow Shadow September 11, 2024

Macka Diamond Sets Sights on Grammy Win After Recognition at Certificate Ceremony

Jamaican songstress Macka Diamond is setting her sights on Grammy glory with

Shadow Shadow September 5, 2024

Blaize Shell Shell Beating the Odds Amid New Music Drought and Vybz Kartel Mania

In a period marked by a noticeable dip in new reggae and

Shadow Shadow September 3, 2024

Music Distributors Report Decline in Reggae & Dancehall Releases for August: Is Vybz Kartel to Blame?

Three prominent Reggae and Dancehall music distributors within the Caribbean diaspora have

Shadow Shadow September 1, 2024

67th Grammy Awards: Last Call for Reggae and Dancehall Submissions as Entries Close August 30!

As the 67th Grammy Awards draw near, the clock is ticking for

Shadow Shadow August 19, 2024

Shawn Storm Snubs Gaza Reunion: A Glimpse into the Fractured World of the Portmore Empire

The Portmore Empire, once a formidable force in dancehall led by Vybz

Shadow Shadow August 18, 2024

Bugle Announces Release Date for His Star-Studded Fifth Studio Album ‘Apex’

Reggae stalwart Bugle has announced the release date for his eagerly awaited

Shadow Shadow August 9, 2024

Munga Honorable to Release 13-Track EP ‘G.R.E.A.T’ This Fall, Promises Rich Tapestry of Sounds

Prominent Dancehall artist Munga Honorable is set to release his second E.P.,

Shadow Shadow July 27, 2024

Spice and The FIX Reconcile After Six Years: Fans React as Anticipation Builds for Exclusive Interview

Six years after their initial fallout, the reigning queen of dancehall, Spice,

Shadow Shadow July 14, 2024

Shenseea and Drake’s Leaked Song Surfaces Online: Social Media Users React

A leaked track featuring Jamaican songstress Shenseea and Canadian rapper Drake has

Shadow Shadow June 30, 2024

‘All Is Not Lost’: Skatta Burrell Addresses Bounty Killer’s Withdrawal from Reggae Sumfest 2024

Cordel 'Skatta' Burrell, a key member of the Downsound Entertainment and Reggae

Jay Savage Jay Savage June 2, 2024

Squidell Spotted in Jamaica with Popcaan, Govana, and Several U.K. Artistes; Book Signing Set for Wednesday

Renowned artiste manager, music producer, and A&R executive at Atlantic UK, Squidell, was

Shadow Shadow May 27, 2024

Shenseea Unveils ‘Game Of Thrones’ Themed Trailer Ahead of Sophomore Album Release This Friday

Jamaican songstress Shenseea has once again captivated audiences, this time with the release of

Shadow Shadow May 21, 2024

Brand Specialist and Music Critic Lloyd Laing: “Not Every Female Artist Needs Sex Appeal to Sell Music”

Over the weekend, Lloyd Laing, a notable Jamaican media brand specialist and music critic, reignited the

Shadow Shadow May 19, 2024

Squidell Shares Insights About Renowned Music Producer Mikey Bennett From His Forthcoming Book

In the vibrant tapestry of the Jamaican music industry, where aliases often punctuate

Shadow Shadow May 15, 2024

Universal Music Group and TikTok End Feud, Sign New Licensing Agreement, Jamaican Artists to Benefit

In a significant move for both the music and social media industries, Universal

Shadow Shadow May 2, 2024

Promise Kept: Pamputtae Rocks Nicki Minaj’s Pink Friday 2 Tour as Opening Act

Pamputtae, the Jamaican dancehall sensation, created a stir in Toronto yesterday as she took the stage

J Small J Small May 1, 2024

Atlantic U.K A&R and Artiste Manager Squidell To Release First Book on the Unfiltered Dancehall Culture in Jamaica

Artiste manager, music producer and recently appointed A&R executive at Atlantic U.K.

Shadow Shadow April 30, 2024

Bounty Killer Shows Support for American Rapper NBA YoungBoy Following His Arrest in Utah

Jamaican dancehall legend Bounty Killer, renowned for his outspokenness and advocacy for social

J Small J Small April 30, 2024

Bugle and Chronic Law’s ‘Real Storm’ Among the Top 5 Most Trending Songs on YouTube Music Chart

With the dynamic collaboration between Rastafarian crooner Bugle and dancehall frontrunner Chronic Law, their latest

Shadow Shadow April 15, 2024

Sean Paul’s ‘The Trinity’ Album Certified Double Platinum by Recording Industry Association of America

Dancehall luminary Sean Paul's musical mastery continues to resonate globally as his third studio

Shadow Shadow April 1, 2024

Queen Ifrica Takes Aim at Spice in New Social Media Rant, Questioning Her Authenticity and Morality

In a fiery social media rant that has ignited fervent debate within

Shadow Shadow March 26, 2024

Jamaican Government to Launch Insurance Programs for Entertainment and Creative Practitioners This Year

In a groundbreaking move aimed at safeguarding the welfare of Jamaica's entertainment and creative practitioners,

Shadow Shadow March 11, 2024

Gender Bias or The Ugly Truth? Music Critic Lloyd Laing Takes Aim at ‘Misguided Female Artists’

Jamaican brand specialist, scholar, and music critic Lloyd Laing has found himself at

Jay Savage Jay Savage March 10, 2024

Women Making Their Mark in Dancehall: Jamaica Ranks Highest in Caribbean for Gender Equality

As the world celebrated International Women's Day yesterday, March 8, 2024, the spotlight turned to

Shadow Shadow March 9, 2024

TikTok Turmoil: Independent Music Publishers Could Leave Platform in May, Warns Publishing Agency

As the digital landscape continues to evolve, the intersection of music and

Jay Savage Jay Savage March 8, 2024

Jada Kingdom Sparks Uproar on Social Media After Labelling Herself the ‘Gen-Z Jezebel’ in Upcoming Song

Jamaican songstress Jada Kingdom has sparked controversy on social media with a preview

Jay Savage Jay Savage March 3, 2024

Burna Boy’s ‘African Giant’ Album Featuring Damian Marley and Serani Certified Platinum in France

In a resounding demonstration of the transcendent power of African music on the global

Shadow Shadow February 28, 2024

Winford Williams at Island Music Conference: ‘As an Artist, Focus on Building Your Craft Instead of Trying to Make the News’

The second edition of the Island Music Conference (IMC), which concluded on Sunday, February

Shadow Shadow February 26, 2024

Music Executive Adam Gross Shares Insights on Masicka Signing and Tips for New Artists Seeking Major Deals

Adam Gross, President of the California-based Ineffable Music Group, recently discussed the difficulties

Shadow Shadow February 25, 2024

Police Shutdown Protoje’s ‘Lost In Time Festival’: Entertainment Community Reacts With Outrage

The Jamaican entertainment community is reeling from what they perceive as yet

Shadow Shadow February 25, 2024

Byron Messia Strikes Gold Again: ‘Talibans’ Certified Gold in the UK, Following Success in Canada

Byron Messia, one of the rising stars of dancehall, continues to make

Jay Savage Jay Savage February 25, 2024

New Report Exposes Streaming Dilemma: 158 Million Songs Had Less Than 1,000 Plays, 45 Million Got No Plays

In Jamaica, many artists within the local music industry are currently grappling with

Shadow Shadow February 24, 2024

Entertainment and Media Fraternity Rally Behind Julian Marley and Alex Antaeus’ Grammy Celebration

On Thursday evening, the entertainment and media fraternity turned out in droves

Shadow Shadow February 23, 2024

Shaggy Shares Key Insights at IMC: Why Artists Should Build the Right Team and Prioritize Authenticity

International dancehall superstar Shaggy, Chairman of the Island Music Conference (IMC), delivered a stimulating

Shadow Shadow February 22, 2024

Reggae Singer YG Marley’s ‘Praise Jah in the Moonlight’ Surges on the Billboard Hot 100 Chart

The music industry is abuzz with the meteoric rise of YG Marley, a

Shadow Shadow February 20, 2024

Teejay’s Debut EP ‘I Am Chippy’ Hits The Billboard Reggae Albums Chart After Topping iTunes

Jamaican dancehall luminary Teejay has not only marked his official entry onto the Billboard Reggae

Jay Savage Jay Savage February 13, 2024

From High School Sweethearts to Engaged: Teejay Pops The Question to His Long-time Girlfriend

Dancehall star Teejay, whose given name is Timoy Jones, over the weekend proposed

Jay Savage Jay Savage February 11, 2024

Popcaan Fined J$40,000 For Noise Abatement Act Stemming from Last December’s Unruly Fest

Andrae Sutherland, widely recognized by his stage name Popcaan, was subjected to legal proceedings

J Small J Small February 9, 2024

Grammy Glory: Producer Notnice Shines with Julian Marley and Antaeus’ ‘Best Reggae Album’ Win!

Renowned Jamaican producer Ainsley Morris, widely known as Notnice, secured the prestigious title of

Shadow Shadow February 6, 2024

Jamaican Artists Caught in Crossfire as Universal Music Group Threatens to Pull Music Catalogue from TikTok

Universal Music Group (UMG) has announced its intention to withdraw its entire music

Shadow Shadow January 31, 2024

U.K-Based Music Executive Reveals Major Labels Are Closely Monitoring The Jamaican Music Scene

Contrary to popular belief, major music labels are closely monitoring the dynamic

J Small J Small January 29, 2024

Teejay Leads the Nominations Ahead of Masicka and Spice at the 41st IRAWMA Awards

As the reggae world eagerly awaits the 41st International Reggae and World Music

Shadow Shadow January 26, 2024

A Decade in the Making: The FIX Set to Celebrate 10-Year Anniversary with Bounty Killer

Entertainment media brand The FIX, formerly known as "Nightly Fix," is set to

Shadow Shadow January 23, 2024

Veteran Music Executive Murray Elias Apologizes to Skillibeng, Clarifies Why “Whap Whap” Flopped

In the aftermath of the controversy surrounding his remarks about dancehall artiste Skillibeng,

Shadow Shadow January 23, 2024

Skillibeng Still Signed to RCA; Shaggy Fires Back at Music Executive, in Defense of Dancehall

Following the bold claims made by veteran music executive Murray Elias, asserting that

Shadow Shadow January 22, 2024

Dancehall Artiste Jafrass Accuses Notnice of Sabotage, Scolds Producer in Online Rant

On Sunday afternoon, dancehall artist Jafrass took to social media to offload a series

Shadow Shadow January 21, 2024

Jada Kingdom Shuns D’Angel’s Challenge, Vows to Never Engage in a Feud with Spice

Amid the ongoing musical skirmishes between artists, D'Angel recently joined the fray with a

Shadow Shadow January 18, 2024
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