Tag: Trending Jamaica

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

“They take us for fools” — Former Police Commissioner Hardley Lewin Slams Delays in JCF Body Camera Rollout

Former Police Commissioner Rear Admiral Hardley Lewin has strongly criticised the prolonged

Shadow Shadow May 28, 2026

Quada Channels Personal Struggles and Legal Woes Into Music With Surprise EP “Freedom Is a Must” Release

Dancehall artiste Quada has transformed a pivotal moment in his life into

Shadow Shadow May 26, 2026

“Film Is Jamaica’s Next Goldmine” — PM Andrew Holness Pushes Bold Vision To Turn Jamaica Into A Global Movie Hub

Prime Minister Dr. Andrew Holness says Jamaica’s film industry could soon become

Shadow Shadow May 26, 2026

Jamaica Secures Massive US$200 Million Catastrophe Bond Ahead of 2026 Hurricane Season

Jamaica has secured a record-breaking US$200 million catastrophe bond in a major

Shadow Shadow May 21, 2026

Spice Wins Dual Honours For ‘Best Stagecraft’ and ‘Marcus Garvey Humanitarian Award’ at the 43rd IRAWMA

Fresh off her musical exploits in Uganda, where she delivered a stellar

Shadow Shadow May 19, 2026

Masicka Wins ‘Best EP Recording’ for Her Name Is Love at IRAWMA 2026 After Dominating April With Triple Releases

After dominating reggae and dancehall conversations throughout April, Masicka has now added

Shadow Shadow May 19, 2026

Vybz Kartel Scores Double Billboard Debut With Chris Brown After Securing 9 Wins at IRAWMA 2026

Fresh off a dominant showing at the 2026 International Reggae and World

Shadow Shadow May 19, 2026

Dancehall Producer Countree Hype Faces Up to 10 Years in U.S. Prison After Pleading Guilty to Smuggling Over 30 Guns to Jamaica

Jamaican music producer Countree Hype, given name Taugea Ubert Dayes, is facing

Shadow Shadow May 16, 2026

Jamaicans React After House Speaker Juliet Holness Shuts Down Opposition MP From Speaking Patois in Parliament

A heated debate has ignited across Jamaica's social media landscape after House

Shadow Shadow May 14, 2026

Spice Donates US$10,000 to Uganda Wildlife Authority Rhino, Pledges Concert Proceeds to Conservation Efforts

Dancehall star Spice has transformed her recent trip to Uganda into far

Shadow Shadow May 12, 2026

Social Media Erupts After Veteran Broadcaster Fae Ellington Condemns Vulgar Lyrics on the Hill and Gully Riddim

Social media has erupted into a fierce generational debate after veteran broadcaster

Shadow Shadow May 12, 2026

Did IShowSpeed Do More for Jamaica Tourism in One Stream Than Traditional Ad Campaigns?

Did internet superstar IShowSpeed just give Jamaica more global tourism exposure in

Shadow Shadow May 11, 2026

“The Sea Never Belong To No Man”: Keznamdi and JaBBEM Spark Heated Debate Over Access to Jamaica’s Beaches in New Documentary

Grammy-winning reggae artiste Keznamdi is igniting a fierce national conversation over beach

Shadow Shadow May 9, 2026

Beloved Jamaican Gospel Singer Kukudoo Dies At 56 After Battle With Prolonged Illness

Jamaica is mourning the loss of beloved gospel singer David ‘Kukudoo’ McDermott,

Shadow Shadow May 9, 2026

Jamaica Divided as Yaksta Sparks Social Media Firestorm After Declaring ‘Jesus Nah Come Save We’

Yaksta has once again found himself at the centre of controversy after

Shadow Shadow May 8, 2026

Christopher Martin, Hyundai Jamaica Step In to Assist Hurricane-Hit Students Ahead of Exam Season

For students in hurricane-hit communities like St James, the road to exam

Shadow Shadow May 3, 2026

“Hill and Gully” Riddim Gains Ground on Charts as Stephen ‘Di Genius’ McGregor Continues Rollout

As Stephen 'Di Genius' McGregor continues rolling out the “Hill and Gully”

Shadow Shadow April 30, 2026

“Hill and Gully” Rhythm Sparks Cultural Revival in Dancehall Led by Stephen ‘Di Genius’ McGregor

A new wave is sweeping through dancehall, but its pulse is anything

Shadow Shadow April 30, 2026

Capleton to Release Heights of Fire This Summer, His First Album in 16 Years, Featuring Damian and Stephen Marley

After 16 years without a full-length project, reggae firebrand Capleton is finally

Shadow Shadow April 27, 2026

Mavado to Receive Special Lifetime Achievement Award at IRAWMA 2026, Cementing Dancehall Legacy

As dancehall continues to evolve, one of its most defining voices, Mavado,

Shadow Shadow April 24, 2026

Aidonia’s Reggae Fest Four-City U.S. Tour Finale Pushed to October Amid Packed International Schedule

The final leg of Aidonia’s four-city Reggae Fest U.S. tour has been

Shadow Shadow April 16, 2026

Protoje to Release 7th Studio Album ‘The Art of Acceptance’ This Friday Following Cinematic Kingston Premiere

With anticipation building, Jamaican reggae crooner Protoje is poised to release his

Shadow Shadow April 16, 2026

Beres Hammond Earns UK Silver Certification Ahead of His Return to the British Stage Next Month

Lovers rock legend Beres Hammond is set for a triumphant return to

Shadow Shadow April 10, 2026

Aidonia Brings Birthday Momentum to Carnival This Weekend as Headliner For Yard Mas J’ouvert

From paint and powder to pure dancehall energy, Aidonia is set to

Shadow Shadow April 9, 2026

Jamaicans Question Government Decision as Minimum Wage Increase Falls Short of The Promised Amount

Public frustration is rising after Prime Minister Dr. Andrew Holness announced a $1,000

Shadow Shadow March 20, 2026

Rick Ross Names Vybz Kartel as His Dream Headliner for 2026 FIFA World Cup Halftime Show

Rick Ross has ignited fresh global conversation around dancehall’s place on the

Shadow Shadow March 18, 2026

Bounty Killer to Receive the Generational Impact: Guardian of the Culture Award; Scholarship Created in His Honour

Dancehall legend Rodney 'Bounty Killer' Price is set to receive another notable

Shadow Shadow March 6, 2026

Vybz Kartel Storms U.S. iTunes Reggae Songs Chart With Four Entries, Including Top 3 Ahead of Forthcoming Album

Just weeks after confirming his upcoming album God and Time, dancehall titan

Shadow Shadow February 14, 2026

“We Are Devastated”: Sean Paul Mourns the Loss of His Beloved Grandmother at Age 101

Dancehall icon Sean Paul is mourning the passing of his beloved grandmother,

Shadow Shadow February 1, 2026

Jamaica Bids Farewell: Official Funeral for Reggae Icon Jimmy Cliff Set for December 17

Jamaica will bid farewell to one of its most beloved cultural giants

Shadow Shadow December 10, 2025

Ninja Man Murder Case Stalls Again as Legal Hurdle Pushes Appeal to March 2026

The long-delayed appeal in the high-profile murder case involving dancehall icon Desmond

Shadow Shadow December 8, 2025

Businessman and Event Promoter Andrew Wright Sentenced to 10 Years and 7 Months in J$222 Million INSPORTS Fraud Case

Andrew Wright, the popular party promoter behind Chug It and French Connection,

Shadow Shadow November 26, 2025

Usain Bolt’s Tracks & Records in Montego Bay Damaged in Early Morning Fire; No Injuries Reported

A pre-dawn blaze at Usain Bolt’s Tracks & Records in Montego Bay

Shadow Shadow November 22, 2025

Jamaicans Head to the Polls on September 3 as Prime Minister Andrew Holness Announces Election Date at Massive JLP Rally

Jamaica’s political stage is officially set for what promises to be one

Shadow Shadow August 11, 2025

Ophthalmologist Dr. Gabrielle Henry Crowned Miss Universe Jamaica 2025 — Wins Three Sectional Awards

An ophthalmologist with a mission to change lives is now wearing Jamaica’s

Shadow Shadow August 10, 2025

No Permit, No Party: JAMMS Cracks Down on Illegal Events, Aiming for 100% Copyright Compliance Across Jamaica

In a bold and decisive move, the Jamaica Music Society (JAMMS) has

Shadow Shadow June 18, 2025