1Clauze Explains Why Dancehall Is Struggling to Break Into the Global Mainstream: ‘Music Is a Product, Music Is a Business’
Social commentator Reuben “1Clauze” Hussey believes contemporary dancehall must rethink its approach…
Shaggy Hails Ninjaman’s Massive Dancehall Influence: ‘Everybody Wanted to Look Like Him, Talk Like Him’
Reggae superstar Shaggy has praised Ninjaman’s enormous influence on dancehall, recalling how…
“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…
Shabba Ranks Goes to War for His Music, Files Lawsuit Against the Publishing Arm of Greensleeves Records
More than three decades after helping to shape the sound of modern…
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…
It’s Been Almost 22 Years Since an Authentic Dancehall Album Won a Grammy — Will Vybz Kartel End the Drought?
It’s been almost 22 years since a true dancehall album last claimed…
Welcome to Jamrock Reggae Cruise Turns 10: Over 60 Acts, Including Comedian Dale Elliott, for Historic Anniversary Celebration
The Welcome to Jamrock Reggae Cruise is turning 10, and the milestone…
Legendary Producers Steely & Clevie to Be Honoured for Work on Over 14 Grammy-Winning and Grammy-Nominated Albums
Jamaican music history will be celebrated in grand style as iconic production…
“Water Is My Best Friend Now” — Dancehall Artiste Nitty Kutchie Reflects on Life After Suffering Minor Heart Attack
Renowned Dancehall artiste and former member of the iconic Scare Dem Crew,…
Music Fraternity Bids Farewell as Reggae Icon Cocoa Tea Laid to Rest in Emotional Thanksgiving Service
Beloved reggae singer Cocoa Tea was laid to rest on Sunday, April…
The General Speaks: Bounty Killer Delivers Diplomatic Response to Shabba’s Alleged Jab in Radio Interview
Amid Jamaica's vibrant music scene, tensions sparked as dancehall stalwart Bounty Killer surprisingly found…
Buju Banton, Shabba Ranks, and Lil Wayne Collaborate On New Jay-Z Project ‘The Book of Clarence’
Jamaican dancehall stalwarts Buju Banton and Shabba Ranks have joined forces with American rapper Lil Wayne for…
National Awards Stir Debate, Professor Donna Hope Calls for Active Involvement Instead of Criticism
In the aftermath of several spirited debates on social media concerning the…
Busta Rhymes says Shabba Ranks inspired his style; Blast Pop Stars for misrepresenting Reggae Culture
New York rapper Busta Rhymes, raised in the streets of Brooklyn and Long…
Olivia Grange: “You Won’t Last” Minister Warns Dancehall Artists About Violent and Scamming Songs
Minister of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sports Olivia "Babsy" Grange is cautioning emerging dancehall…
Skip Marley Halts North American Tour, Releases New Collaboration With Beenie Man
With his North American headlining CHANGE TOUR in full swing, two-time GRAMMY® Award-nominated songwriter…