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Spragga Benz Drops First Album in 6 Years Endeavors, Debuts at #1 on iTunes Reggae Chart
Veteran deejay Spragga Benz returns with his first album in six years, featuring standout collaborations with Tarrus Riley and Sizzla, and including Cocoa Tea’s final recording, “Shoot Down That Drone.”

Kaboom Editors
Aug 292 min read


Vybz Kartel Surprises Fans with Heart and Soul EP, Showcases Lyrical Mastery
Dancehall phenomenon Vybz Kartel drops a midnight 11-track EP, Heart and Soul, featuring “I Know” and showcasing both his lyrical brilliance and romantic side
Akeeile Harris
Aug 292 min read


Shenseea Wins Best Female Artist at CAM: "I always dreamed of becoming an artist"
Jamaican superstar Shenseea had a massive Thursday night, starting with a historic WNBA halftime performance at Brooklyn’s Barclays Center. She later collected the Best Female Dancehall Artist of the Year award at the Caribbean Music Awards. "I’m literally winning awards, it’s crazy. Just work hard," she shared

Kaboom Editors
Aug 292 min read


DJ Khaled Drops Dancehall Dream Team on “You Remind Me” as “A Gift to the World”
Acclaimed American Producer Unites Dancehall Titans for Historic Anthem “You Remind Me”, dropping on Thursday. “This is for unity,” he shared

Kaboom Editors
Aug 282 min read


DethWrld Records Recruits Trinidadian Dancehall Star Prince Swanny for Its Block Traffic Riddim
Producer Shot By Deth has made history by tapping Trinidadian star Prince Swanny for his first Jamaican label juggling project. “To be honest, I wanna work with Caribbean artists and help push them,” said Deth

Shaquille Richards
Aug 282 min read


Vybz Kartel Joins Elite Barclays Center Sell-Out Acts with JAY-Z, Beyoncé and Rihanna
As he aims to sell out the Barclays Center on Friday for the third time this year, dancehall phenomenon Vybz Kartel cements his place on the prestigious list of stars that includes Barbra Streisand, The Rolling Stones, Paul McCartney, Coldplay, and Buju Banton
Akeeile Harris
Aug 272 min read


NeeQah Goes Emotionally “Dark” in New Single with Chronic Law
Dancehall-soul artist NeeQah delves into the emotional complexities of love in her new single “Dark,” a powerful collaboration with dancehall heavyweight lyricist Chronic Law, setting the tone for her forthcoming debut album

Kaboom Editors
Aug 261 min read


Spice Joins Forces with British Social-Media-Star Lavbbe for “Slow Motion”
Spice is set to release another international collaboration, joining forces with British-Romanian artist Lavbbe on a new single produced by Shaggy and Shane Hoosong. This comes after the 300M-stream milestone of her hit “Go Down Deh.”

Kaboom Editors
Aug 262 min read


Sean Paul Steps into AI-Directed Visuals for “Ginger”
International dancehall superstar Sean Paul reinvents himself as Creative Director with the debut of ‘Ginger’. “AI is here, and I wanted to do something different,’ he shared.”

Kaboom Editors
Aug 262 min read


Dancehall’s General Bounty Killer Conquers Toronto with Hit-Filled Show Before 15,000 Fans
Bounty Killer returns to Canada after 20 years, draws 15,000 fans at Markham Fairgrounds, delivering a full-arsenal set with Cham, Dexta Daps and more as guests while telling the crowd he had dreamed of this day for a long time

Romaine Brown
Aug 242 min read


Alkaline’s “Fleek” Hits 100 Million Views on YouTube, His First to Join the Club
Alkaline marks career milestone as 2015 single “Fleek” surpasses 100 million views on YouTube, his first to reach the milestone

Kaboom Editors
Aug 231 min read


Konshens Joins Offica on His First Release Under Conor McGregor’s Greenback Records
Dancehall artist Konshens teams up with Irish rap sensation Offica for the genre-blending single ‘Gyal Over There,’ marking the rapper’s debut release since signing with UFC icon Conor McGregor’s Greenback Records
Akeeile Harris
Aug 222 min read


Vybz Kartel Surpasses 2 Billion YouTube Views, Adds 115M Since Release
Despite spending over a decade behind bars and missing out on tens of millions of potential views due to third-party uploads, dancehall kingpin Vybz Kartel has officially surpassed 2 billion YouTube views, becoming the third most-viewed living Jamaican artist on the platform and cementing his digital legacy. Here we go with the numbers
Akeeile Harris
Aug 213 min read


Lila Iké, Chronic Law, Romain Virgo, and More Set to Perform at 2025 Caribbean Music Awards
Star-Studded Lineup of Performances to Grace the Third Annual Caribbean Music Awards at Brooklyn’s Kings Theatre on August 28
Kip Phillips
Aug 212 min read


Supa Hype Celebrates “Dutty Wine” UK Silver Certification: “Its Impact After 20 Years Is Amazing”
Exclusive: Veteran selector and producer Supa Hype discusses the global impact of “Dutty Wine,” Elephant Man’s return to UK stages, and the state of dancehall today. “Dancehall is on top, and authentic dancehall is finally getting the recognition it deserves,” he said
Akeeile Harris
Aug 203 min read


Elle Jhenaé Aims High with Fresh Single “Take Me Down”: “This Year Is All About Elevation”
Rising dancehall sensation Elle Jhenaé is setting her sights on the big stage with a new track that blends the intimacy of R&B with dancehall elements. After already attracting the attention of industry heavyweights, she shared: “This year is all about elevating both my sound and my brand.”
Akeeile Harris
Aug 192 min read


Bounty Killer Drops “Draco” with American Producer/Singer BL Tha Hook Slaya
The track is set to be released on Friday, August 22, just ahead of the dancehall legend headlining Oasis Festival in Toronto for the first time in two decades

Kaboom Editors
Aug 181 min read


Dream Weekend Bids Farewell to Negril: Embarks on a New Chapter in Montego Bay
Dream Weekend has officially announced its relocation to Montego Bay, citing key reasons such as accessibility, the availability of hotels and rooms, and the potential to boost the local economy. The debut in the new location will take place from July 30 to August 3

Kaboom Editors
Aug 144 min read


Shenseea Teams Up with GlassesUSA.com for Exclusive Sunglasses Collection
After turning heads at Davido’s wedding in a Cult Gaia gown, Shenseea justifies her dancehall pop star title with handpicked summer shades drop in partnership with American eyewear retailer GlassesUSA.com: "For me, style is all about having fun and keeping it real."

Kaboom Editors
Aug 132 min read


"Legacy Meets Resurgence": Oasis Festival Elates for Bounty’s Canadian Comeback
Exclusive: Oasis Festival CEO Patrick Shirley on bringing the Warlord back to Toronto after 20 years: “It’s surreal. a cultural moment. We grew up on Bounty’s music.” He says dancehall’s resurgence “gave us the confidence to go bigger,” with plans to make Oasis a flagship event, building it into Canada’s premier destination for Caribbean music and culture.
Akeeile Harris
Aug 113 min read
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