New U.S. Music Sales Certification Program to Benefit Jamaican Independent Artists and Labels
Jamaican independent artists, such as Spice and Vybz Kartel, as well as…
New GRAMMY Categories Announced: Best Album Cover and Traditional Country Album to Debut in 2026
Mark your calendars — Music’s Biggest Night is set to return with…
Florida-Based Dancehall Artiste Kyle Xpress Tops iTunes Reggae Albums Chart with New EP ‘Uprisen’
Florida-based dancehall sensation Kyle Xpress is making steady inroads in the genre…
Buju Banton Confirms Full Dancehall Album Coming This Summer at BET Awards —Nearly a Year After Announcement
Nearly a year after first teasing fans with the news on South…
U.S. Federal Authorities Name Squash as Leader of Transnational Criminal Gang, Offer Plea Deal Ahead of September Trial
Dancehall artiste Squash's legal woes amplify as U.S. federal authorities now reportedly…
Beenie Man Among 9 Globally Influential Artists Featured on NPR Tiny Desk Series for Black Music Month 2025
On the heels of his stellar showcase at New York’s UBS Arena,…
Moliy Becomes First Ghanaian to Perform at BET Awards — ‘Shake It to the Max’ Remix Climbs to No. 56 on the Billboard Hot 100
Ghanaian-American star Moliy continues to etch her name into the history books,…
Chronixx Returns to the London Stage This Summer with New Music from His Highly Anticipated Album ‘Exile’
Reggae sensation Chronixx is set to make his long-awaited return to the…
“Nuh Listen No More Gun Songs, Cut It Out!” — Sizzla Kalonji Warns Trinidadian Youths Against Gun Culture and Violence
Rastafarian firebrand Sizzla Kalonji issued a stern and timely warning to the…
Queen Ifrica’s Defamation Case with Father Derrick Morgan Adjourned to July 17 in Supreme Court
The defamation lawsuit between reggae songstress Queen Ifrica and her father, ska…
Jah Vinci to Embark on Caribbean and U.S. Stint This Summer, Among Headliners for St. Kitts Music Festival
After captivating fans at the Athlete Reception for the 2025 Racers Grand…
“I’d Love to Collab with Adele”: Grammy-Winning Songwriter Nordia Mothersille Strives for ‘Greatness’
Notnice Recording artiste and Grammy Award-winning songwriter Nordia Mothersille has her eyes set…
NYC Man Convicted of Killing Ricky Trooper’s Daughter Brianna McKoy Sentenced to 55 Years in Prison
Derrick Francis, the man convicted of killing Ricky Trooper’s daughter, Brianna “Destiny”…
Vybz Kartel Pulls 15,000 to Atlanta State Arena, Shares Historic Stage with Masicka and Gets Rolex Gift from 21 Savage
Vybz Kartel’s ongoing U.S. tour hit a new high Friday night as…
Buju Banton Excites BET Experience 2025 with First Los Angeles Concert in Over 20 Years
Reggae firebrand Buju Banton lit up the Hollywood Palladium with electrifying energy…
“My Life Is in Danger” — Trinidad Concert Promoter Breaks Silence Amid Vybz Kartel Fee and Financial Fiasco
The promoter behind the failed One Caribbean Music Festival is sounding the…
“All Funds Were Acquired Legally,” Says Trinidadian Promoter Regarding Vybz Kartel Payment Investigation
Amid mounting scrutiny over the failed One Caribbean Music Festival in Trinidad…
New York City Lawmakers Pass Resolution Supporting Higher Pay for Artists on Streaming Services
In a powerful show of solidarity with working artists, New York City…
Rihanna’s Net Worth Takes a Hit, Dips by U$400 Million Amid Business Setbacks, Says Forbes Report
American business and financial magazine Forbes has reported a major shakeup in…
Sevana Stars in New Independent Film ‘Threads of Us’ Following Role in Paramount’s Bob Marley: One Love Biopic
Following her role in Paramount Pictures' Bob Marley: One Love biopic, Jamaican…
Konshens and Spice to Headline 106 & Park’s Caribbean Celebration During BET Awards Weekend 2025
Dancehall royalty will light up the BET Experience this weekend as international…
Trinidad & Tobago Promoters Association Calls for Sweeping Legislative Reform Following Failed Vybz Kartel Concert
Following the failed Vybz Kartel concert, The Trinidad and Tobago Promoters Association…
Notnice in Album Mode: Grammy-Winning Producer Teases Kyng Midas 2.0 After Being Honoured
Grammy-winning producer Ainsley 'Notnice' Morris is back in album mode, just one…
Trinidad Finance Minister Orders Formal Investigation Into Vybz Kartel’s USD $950K Fee After Concert No-Show
In a headline-grabbing twist to what was expected to be one of…
SMURFS Movie Taps Shenseea for Official Soundtrack Featuring Rihanna, Tyla, Cardi B and DJ Khaled
Blue just got a whole lot bolder! The upcoming SMURFS movie is…
Jamaican Theatre Icon Glen ‘Titus’ Campbell Honoured with Georgia State Senate Proclamation Declaring May 25 as “Glen Campbell Day”
Renowned Jamaican actor and comedian Glen 'Titus' Campbell, O.D., received a warm…
‘Shake It to the Max’ Remix Jumps 26 Spots on Billboard Global 200, Becomes 9th Most-Streamed Song Worldwide This Week
Despite her withdrawal from the One Caribbean Music Festival in Trinidad &…
Legendary Jamaican Boxer Mike ‘The Body Snatcher’ McCallum Dies at 68
Accomplished and legendary Jamaican boxer Mike “The Body Snatcher” McCallum has died…
Thailand’s Opal Chuangsri Crowned Miss World 2025; Martinique Finishes 4th, Jamaica Makes Top 40
In a dazzling celebration of beauty, poise, and purpose, Thailand’s Opal Suchata…
Lisa Hyper to Return to Court on September 10 Amid Work on Forthcoming EP ‘The Golden Fleece’
Dancehall songstress Lisa Hyper was ordered to return to court on September…
Production Hurdles Delay Laden’s Debut Album as He Prepares for Reggae Sumfest Return After 13-Year Hiatus
Dancehall artist Laden is making a bold return to the spotlight, set…
Vybz Kartel to Be Officially Crowned ‘King of the Dancehall’ at Reggae Sumfest 2025
Dancehall superstar Vybz Kartel is set to receive one of the genre's…
YG Marley’s Monster Hit “Praise Jah In The Moonlight” Has Officially Sold Over 5 Million Units Worldwide
Reggae sensation YG Marley continues to solidify his place in music history…
Bounty Killer Announces Star-Studded Lineup for First U.S. Show in 15 Years: Aidonia, Mavado & Masicka Confirmed
Dancehall legend Bounty Killer is making his long-awaited return to American soil—but…
Moliy and Skillibeng Score Second Billboard Hot 100 Entry as Shenseea and Silent Addy Celebrate Their Firsts with “Shake It to the Max (FLY) Remix”
Ghanaian-American breakout star Moliy and Jamaican dancehall phenom Skillibeng have each earned…
Nicki Minaj Says She’s Not Rushing Her New Album: “It Has to Mean Something. I love music. I respect it.”
In an era where speed and streaming stats often trump substance, Trinidadian…
Rihanna’s “Friend of Mine” Lands at No. 72 in the UK—Her Lowest Chart Debut in Nearly a Decade
Barbadian superstar Rihanna may be gearing up for a major box office…
Bail Extended for Munga Honorable and Co-Accused as Murder Trial Hits Another Hurdle Due to Unavailable Witnesses
Dancehall entertainer Munga Honorable, and his co-accused Sherdian Gordon are once again…
Bugle & Bishop Escobar’s “Pull Up” Finds Success in Africa Ahead of Highly Anticipated Reggae Sumfest Return
Reggae firebrand Bugle is riding high in 2025 with a string of…
Alkaline’s New Rules Festival Partners with Rum Bar for Exclusive Limited-Edition Bottle for its Jamaica Staging
Dancehall star Alkaline's New Rules Festival partners with Rum Bar for the…
Masicka Goes ‘Mute’ Ahead of New York’s Summer Jam Debut and 2025 Caribbean Music Awards
Ahead of his highly anticipated Summer Jam debut next month, dancehall powerhouse…
Jamaican Songbird Sevana and Tessellated to Embark on ‘Need Me’ U.K. Tour This June
Fresh off a soulful performance at the Romain Virgo and Friends Mother’s…
Locked Up But Still Loud: Squash Releases ‘Hate Being Famous’ EP Amid Ongoing Legal Battle
Despite being behind bars, embattled dancehall artiste Squash is letting his voice…
Moliy Surpasses Nigerian Superstar Davido to Become Bestselling Digital African Artist in 2025
In a groundbreaking moment for African music, Ghanaian-American singer Moliy has officially…
Trinidad Considers Restrictions on Vybz Kartel’s ‘Good Like Jesus’ After Criticism from Guyana’s Ethnic Relations Commission
Despite scoring a massive victory over the weekend with a sold-out concert…
Drake Announces Return of OVO Fest This Summer After 3-Year Hiatus — Says Work on New Album is far Advanced
Canadian rap heavyweight Drake is setting the stage for a monumental summer.…
450 Unveils Tracklist for Debut Album ‘Pieces of Me’ Ahead of Best of the Best Performance
Jamaican breakout star 450 is setting the stage for a landmark moment…
Burna Boy & Dave’s “Location” Certified 5X Platinum in the UK Ahead of 8th Studio Album ‘No Sign of Weakness’
Afrobeats continues to break global ground, and at the forefront of that…
Songs Featuring Elephant Man and Spragga Benz Make Rolling Stone’s ’50 Best One-Hit Wonders of the 2000s’ List
Two of Jamaica’s most notable dancehall figures, Elephant Man and Spragga Benz,…
Rototom Sunsplash Turns 30: Jamaican Songbirds Koffee, Spice, and Marcia Griffiths Lead All-Star Lineup
In a dazzling celebration of life and legacy, Rototom Sunsplash returns for…