Tag: Music News

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

“There Is No One King. The Only Other Person Above Me Is Really Sean Paul” — Shaggy Talks Streams, Dancehall’s Throne and Global Impact

Shaggy has weighed into dancehall’s long-running debate over its “kings”, arguing that…

Shadow Shadow September 24, 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

“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

Damian Marley to Receive Honorary Doctorate from The University of the West Indies for His Contribution to Culture

Grammy-winning Jamaican reggae artiste Damian “Jr. Gong” Marley is set to add…

Shadow Shadow September 16, 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

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

Nearly Eight Years and 291 Million YouTube Views Later, Koffee’s Breakout Anthem ‘Toast’ Certified Gold in France

Nearly eight years after Toast helped take a teenage Koffee from Spanish…

Shadow Shadow September 8, 2026

Five Years Later, Pop Superstar Rihanna Vibes to Rytikal’s ‘Chosen’, Breathing New Life into the Dancehall Anthem

Five years after Chosen emerged as one of the songs that helped…

Shadow Shadow August 27, 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

From Fyakin to Nyle Banks: A New Name, New Chapter and New EP, “Born 4 Greatness,” Arriving August 21

After years of making music as Fyakin, Nicholas Levy is embracing a…

Shadow Shadow August 19, 2026

“One of the Roughest Years”: Kiprich Mourns Father Death Months After Losing Newborn Baby

Dancehall artiste Kiprich, real name Marlon Plunkett, is facing another devastating loss…

Shadow Shadow August 16, 2026

Patra Says She Was Never Dropped by Sony Records, Reveals How Bunny Wailer Helped Her Through Years of Depression

Patra is rewriting the story of one of the most difficult chapters…

Shadow Shadow August 15, 2026

Queen Ifrica’s Breath of Life Debuts at No. 10 on U.S. iTunes Reggae Albums Chart Ahead of August 25 London Performance

Queen Ifrica has returned to the reggae charts with her fourth studio…

Shadow Shadow August 14, 2026

Keznamdi’s Grammy-Winning Album and 2017 EP Jump 91 Spots on U.S. iTunes Reggae Chart Following ‘Beach Inna Bondage’ Documentary Nomination

Keznamdi’s campaign to defend public access to Jamaica’s beaches is producing an…

Shadow Shadow August 14, 2026

Is D’Yani Ready to Become Jamaica’s Next Global Reggae Star? UK Music Executive Calls Him a ‘Great Addition to the Label’

Jamaican reggae singer D’Yani is stepping into a pivotal moment in his…

Shadow Shadow August 13, 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

D’Yani Unveils Official Cover Art and Tracklist for Debut Album ‘LLAP’, Set for August 21 Release

Jamaican reggae singer D’Yani has unveiled the official cover art and tracklist…

Shadow Shadow August 11, 2026

Ky-Mani Marley Returns After 10 Years with New Album Love & Energy, Set For August 28 Release

After a decade away from releasing a studio album, Grammy-nominated reggae artiste…

Shadow Shadow August 7, 2026

Mr Vegas, Robert Livingston and Stranger Cole Among Nine Entertainment Figures to Receive Jamaica’s National Honours

Dancehall artiste Mr Vegas, veteran producers Robert Livingston and Michael Anthony Bennett,…

Shadow Shadow August 6, 2026

Busy Signal and Wayne Wonder to be Honoured With Reggae Icon Award at Jamaica’s Independence Grand Gala

Dancehall heavyweights Busy Signal and Wayne Wonder have been named the 2026 recipients…

Shadow Shadow August 4, 2026

After Receiving ‘Tarrus Riley Day’ Honour in the U.S., Reggae Star Set to Conclude 11-City Europe and U.K. Tour in London

Weeks after the City of Lauderdale Lakes officially declared June 5, 2026,…

Shadow Shadow July 31, 2026

‘Like How Yuh Feel’ Becomes One of Aidonia’s Fastest-Growing Hits as YouTube and Spotify Streams Surge

Aidonia is enjoying one of the strongest digital runs of his career…

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

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

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

‘I Don’t Chase Trends’: Dexta Daps Says Authenticity Is the Secret Behind His Staying Power in Dancehall

More than a decade after breaking onto the dancehall scene, Dexta Daps…

Shadow Shadow July 25, 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

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

Keznamdi and Charly Black Energise 22,000 at New York Festival as Reggae Star Builds Momentum Ahead of Live Nation Tour

More than 22,000 fans turned out for the Caribbean Night Festival at…

Shadow Shadow July 18, 2026

Fantan Mojah Returns to U.S. iTunes Albums and Songs Charts Following His Death as Fans Celebrate His Legacy

Late reggae singer Fantan Mojah's music has surged back onto the U.S.…

Shadow Shadow July 16, 2026

Reggae Singer Fantan Mojah Dies After Prolonged Battle With Severe Heart Condition

Reggae singer Fantan Mojah has died following a protracted battle with a…

Shadow Shadow July 14, 2026

U.S. Court Orders Chronic Law Held in Federal Custody Until Trial in Firearms Case, Faces Up to 10 Years if Convicted

Dancehall artiste Chronic Law has been ordered to remain in federal custody…

Shadow Shadow July 13, 2026

34 Years Later, Inner Circle’s 1992 Classic ‘Sweat (A La La La La Long)’ Certified Platinum in the UK

Inner Circle’s timeless reggae anthem Sweat (A La La La La Long)…

Shadow Shadow July 12, 2026

From Sting Rivals to UK Headliners: Tickets Go on Sale for Vybz Kartel and Mavado’s Long-Awaited Reunion at London’s O2 Arena

Nearly 20 years after their unforgettable Sting showdown helped define a generation…

Shadow Shadow July 10, 2026

2027 Grammy Submissions Officially Open: Will We See an Increase In Entries for the Best ‘Reggae Album’ Category?

The road to the 69th Grammy Awards officially began on Tuesday, July…

Shadow Shadow July 7, 2026

Yaadcore Connects With Nigerian Producer on New Single Lifted From Forthcoming EP ‘Rasta Time’

Jamaican reggae artiste Yaadcore is merging spirituality, history and global black culture…

Shadow Shadow June 17, 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

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

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

Vybz Kartel Warns Fans of Scammers and Fake East African Tour — Hints at Possible Legal Action

Jamaican dancehall superstar Adidja Palmer, better known as Vybz Kartel, has rubbished…

Shadow Shadow March 5, 2026

Masicka Visits Nigeria, Confirms Third Studio Album to Be Released This Year During Interview

Fresh off his role on Keznamdi’s Grammy-winning Blxxd & Fyah album, dancehall…

Shadow Shadow February 3, 2026

Fugees Collaborator John Forté Dies at 50 — Wyclef Jean and Pras Lead Tributes

John Forté, the Grammy-nominated producer, songwriter and key Fugees collaborator who helped…

Shadow Shadow January 14, 2026

Could Shenseea’s New Deal with Since ’93/Columbia Records Make Her the Next Jamaican Global Superstar?

Could Shenseea’s new deal with Since '93/Columbia Records be the game-changing move…

Shadow Shadow November 4, 2025

Valiant Shuts Down Popcaan Criticism Respectfully, Embarks on 21-City North American Tour

Instead of firing shots, Valiant chose respect. The fast-rising dancehall star, currently…

Shadow Shadow October 22, 2025