Tag: reggae news

12 Days to Go: Will Masicka’s Forever Reign Become the Fifth Jamaican Album to Reach Billboard’s Reggae Chart in 2026?

With just 12 days remaining until the release of his highly anticipated

Shadow Shadow August 2, 2026

Dancehall Artiste Najeeriii Earns Spot on Billboard’s Prestigious 2026 ’21 Under 21′ List

Jamaican dancehall artiste Najeeriii has secured one of the music industry's most

Shadow Shadow August 1, 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

“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

Inside ‘Warning’: How Samory I and Keznamdi Deliver One of the Most Powerful Songs on The Revelation Album

Among the standout moments on Samory I's third studio album Revelation, few

Shadow Shadow July 30, 2026

Squash Receives Third Sentence Reduction; Artiste Scheduled to Leave U.S. Federal Prison in November

Dancehall entertainer Squash has received another reduction to his U.S. federal prison

Shadow Shadow July 29, 2026

Fantan Mojah’s Funeral Arrangements Announced, Reggae Singer to be Laid to Rest August 13th

The family of late reggae singer Fantan Mojah has announced funeral arrangements

Shadow Shadow July 29, 2026

Buju Banton’s Defence of Dancehall Pays Off as Too Too Bad Debuts at No. 8 on the Billboard Reggae Albums Chart

Buju Banton's latest album, Too Too Bad, has added another major milestone

Shadow Shadow July 28, 2026

Derrick Morgan vs Queen Ifrica: Supreme Court Sets December Hearing for High-Profile Defamation Lawsuit

The legal battle between ska legend Derrick Morgan and his daughter, reggae

Shadow Shadow July 27, 2026

Reggae Jam Festival Fires Back at Demarco’s Claims as Dancehall Star Threatens Legal Action

A public dispute has erupted between dancehall artiste Demarco and the organisers

Shadow Shadow July 24, 2026

Demarco Pulls Out of Reggae Jam Festival 2026, Cites Unfulfilled Contractual Obligations

Dancehall star Demarco has withdrawn from Reggae Jam Festival 2026, alleging that

Shadow Shadow July 24, 2026

Skippa Enjoys Regional Success Amid Feud With Malie Donn, Earns Three CMA Nominations and Three Trending Songs

The spotlight surrounding Skippa's ongoing lyrical feud with fellow dancehall artiste Malie

Shadow Shadow July 24, 2026

U.S. Judge Throws Out Squash’s Civil Suit Seeking His Immediate Release as Artiste’s Sentence Further Reduced by 15 Days

Dancehall artiste Squash has suffered a setback after a U.S. federal judge

Shadow Shadow July 22, 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

‘This a History’: Vybz Kartel and Mavado Deliver the Reunion Dancehall Fans Waited 18 Years to See

Few moments in dancehall history have carried as much anticipation as the

Shadow Shadow July 20, 2026

Craigy T Builds Momentum With New Singles Ahead of His Solo Debut Album Arriving August 7

After earning praise for the reflective Letter to the Lord, which surpassed

Shadow Shadow July 20, 2026

Aidonia and Alkaline Set to Headline Antigua’s La Playa Privada Amid Continued Chart Success

Dancehall heavyweights Aidonia and Alkaline are set to headline La Playa Privada

Shadow Shadow July 18, 2026

Capleton Honoured with Living Legend Award, Pays Tribute to Fantan Mojah: “He Will Never Be Forgotten”

Fresh from receiving a Living Legend Award, reggae firebrand Capleton says his

Shadow Shadow July 18, 2026

Buju Banton’s 13th Studio Album Too Too Bad Debuts at No. 3 and No. 17 on the U.S iTunes Reggae and All-Genres Charts

Buju Banton's message about preserving dancehall's identity is already striking a chord

Shadow Shadow July 17, 2026

“You Cannot Trap Dancehall”: Buju Banton Defends the Genre’s Identity Ahead of New Album Release

Grammy-winning reggae icon Buju Banton has made a passionate call to protect

Shadow Shadow July 16, 2026

Billboard Names Ayetian Caribbean Up-and-Comer of the Month After 22.9 Million U.S. Streams and JamPack’s Top 3 iTunes Debut

Ayetian's breakout year continues to reach new heights after Billboard named the

Shadow Shadow July 16, 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

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

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

“It Was Getting Hard”: Dexta Daps Reveals He Was About to Quit Music Before His Mother’s Words Changed Everything

One conversation with his mother may have changed the course of dancehall

Shadow Shadow July 8, 2026

Sizzla Kalonji, Munga Honourable and Bugle to Headline Di Unit’s 11th Anniversary Celebration in Portmore on July 10

After drawing major support from Jamaica’s entertainment community during last year’s milestone

Shadow Shadow July 5, 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

Shenseea Unveils New ‘Brucksweat’ Single for Summer Following FIFA World Cup 2026 Soundtrack Campaign

Fresh off the international spotlight of the FIFA World Cup 2026 soundtrack

Shadow Shadow July 3, 2026

Yaksta’s ‘The Microphone Saved Me’ Debuts at No. 3 on U.S. iTunes Reggae Albums Chart as Silk Boss Collaboration Trends in Jamaica

Yaksta’s critically acclaimed album The Microphone Saved Me is finally receiving some

Shadow Shadow July 3, 2026

Grammys Spotlight Jamaican Singer D’Yani With “Journey” Acoustic Premiere On Official YouTube Channel

Following the breakout success of “The Little Things” — the Hurricane Melissa-inspired

Shadow Shadow June 25, 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

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

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

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

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

“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

MOBO Founder Kanya King Dead at 57: The Woman Whose Sacrifice Changed British Music Forever Against All Odds

When Kanya King remortgaged her home 30 years ago to launch the

Shadow Shadow June 6, 2026

Flippa Moggela and Co-Accused Enter Plea Deal Negotiations with Federal Prosecutors; Judge Approves Critical 60-Day Window

Flippa Moggela and his three co-accused are now facing a pivotal 60-day

Shadow Shadow June 5, 2026

Squash Set for Boxing Day 2026 Release as Federal Bureau of Prisons Confirms New Date — Deportation Concerns Loom

Dancehall artiste Squash is now officially scheduled to be released from U.S.

Shadow Shadow June 4, 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

Shaggy Expands Beyond Music With Theatre and Film Roles Amid Releasing New Album ‘Lottery’ Featuring Star-Studded Cast

Shaggy is turning four decades of musical dominance into a fresh chapter

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

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

Announcement of Family Tragedy Forces Sudden Pause to Alkaline’s 2026 U.S. Concert Run

Just weeks after excitement surged over Alkaline’s planned appearance at Kaseya Center

Shadow Shadow May 23, 2026