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Protoje and Lila Iké to Headline 2026 Food, Rum & Reggae Festival
The St. Elizabeth native will lead the 2026 staging alongside Lila Iké as the festival returns with an expanded three-day experience following the disruption caused by Hurricane Melissa in 2025

Kaboom Editors
2 days ago2 min read


BZR WKND Offers 4 Ticket Tiers for Cardi B & Friends - Likkle Miss Drama in Jamaica
Following overwhelming fan demand, tickets are officially on sale for BZR WKND, running October 16–19 and headlined by Cardi B & Friends at Jamaica’s National Stadium. “We want the fans to come out and be part of the moment,” organizers Ryan Burke and Gramps Morgan said

Kaboom Editors
6 days ago1 min read


Masicka Makes History With First Solo Arena Show at Barclays Center
Review: Fresh off the release of Forever Reign, the deejay commanded the packed, prestigious Brooklyn arena with hits from across his catalogue, joined by guests including Vanessa Bling, Swizz Beatz, Elephant Man, Tarrus Riley and more, before capping the milestone with Knicks merch
Akeeile Harris
Aug 162 min read


Vybz Kartel Sets Reggae Land Headliner Record With 50,000 Crowd
The dancehall superstar closed the festival’s first-ever three-day edition, which attracted more than 135,000 patrons, according to official figures provided by organisers. More than 45,000 tickets have already been sold for the next edition

Kaboom Editors
Aug 142 min read


Cardi B to Make Caribbean Stadium-Headlining Debut in Jamaica
The Grammy-winning rapper will make her Caribbean stadium-headlining debut on October 18, with more than 50,000 patrons expected as part of BZR WKND Jamaica 2026

Kaboom Editors
Aug 142 min read


Capleton to Headline ENCORE LIVE: Culture Rising in St. Ann
The reggae icon promises “a frenzy situation” when he headlines the August 30 showcase alongside some of Jamaica’s respected musical names, including Dean Fraser, Nesbeth and Bass Odyssey

Kaboom Editors
Aug 132 min read


Vybz Kartel Aims to Bring Back Jamaica's Nightclub Scene with The Return
Exclusive: Dancehall superstar Vybz Kartel looks to revive Jamaica’s golden club era with The Return, recalling a time when “you had to be there in the flesh and be present in the mind,” while hoping fans leave “wishing it was a weekly event.”

Shaquille Richards
Aug 123 min read


Patra, Shyne, And More to Be Honored at 2026 Caribbean Music Awards
Patra will be celebrated for her groundbreaking career and global influence, alongside Shyne, Calypso Rose and Alan Cavé at the fourth annual Caribbean Music Awards in Trinidad & Tobago

Kaboom Editors
Aug 111 min read


Vanessa Bling to Headline Sophisticated Summer End Beach Party
The dancehall artiste leads the August 29 event at Plantation Cove as Midas Entertainment kicks off its summer finale weekend

Kaboom Editors
Aug 92 min read


Ms. Lauryn Hill and Wyclef Jean Rekindle Fugees Magic at Diaspora Calling! UK Debut
The Fugees icons celebrated 30 years of The Score in front of tens of thousands at The National Bowl, as the star-studded festival drew major names including Tiwa Savage, Stonebwoy, Little Simz and Kano.

Kaboom Editors
Aug 82 min read


Busta Rhymes Joins Star-Studded Inaugural Kaya Fest Toronto 2026 Lineup
The hip-hop legend joins Stephen Marley's curated lineup alongside Damian Marley, Julian Marley, Ky-Mani Marley, Shabba Ranks, Lila Iké, Jesse Royal, YG Marley, and more for Kaya Fest's inaugural Canadian edition on August 22

Kaboom Editors
Aug 42 min read


Reggae Land Draws Over 120,000 Fans for Biggest Festival Yet
The expanded three-day festival welcomed more than 120,000 fans as Vybz Kartel, Burna Boy, Shenseea, Masicka, Beenie Man and a host of Caribbean stars powered Reggae Land's record-breaking edition

Kaboom Editors
Aug 32 min read


Caribbean Music Awards Expands to the Islands with Fourth Edition in Trinidad
The 2026 ceremony marks the first edition outside New York, with organisers saying, "We want to bring it to the islands," while reaffirming their commitment to the city where the awards began

Kaboom Editors
Jul 293 min read


Burning Spear, Sizzla Kalonji to Headline Inaugural Montréal Reggae Nation Festival
Reggae legends lead the inaugural September festival alongside Charly Black and Tanto Metro & Devonte at Montréal's Grand Quai on September 6

Kaboom Editors
Jul 271 min read


Canada to Officially Launch Its First Reggae Month With Expansion Planned for 2027
Renowned radio personality SPEXDABOSS and his partners have unveiled a new cultural initiative set to expand across the Greater Toronto Area and beyond in 2027. Backed by Jamaica’s Ministry of Culture, the official launch will take place on August 1

Kaboom Editors
Jul 243 min read


Live N' Loud Thursdays Become a Creative Hub for Kingston's Live Music Scene
The monthly series gives established and emerging artistes a live platform, curated by recording artiste Papiito and musical director Jhevaughn Murphy, and backed by Andrew "Anju Blaxx" Myrie
Akeeile Harris
Jul 232 min read


Beyond the Bottle: Appleton Estate Reinvents Consumer Experiences Through Games Night
Heritage rum brand debuts a new community experience, drawing an impressive turnout while reinforcing its commitment to local engagement, meaningful connections, culture, and premium hospitality

Shaquille Richards
Jul 223 min read


Dancehall's Defining Gaza vs. Gully Era Comes Full Circle at Reggae Sumfest
More than 20 years after their rivalry defined a generation, the two Jamaican giants reunited on one stage for a show-stopping performance lasting over 90 minutes, delivering a celebration of unity, friendship, undeniable chemistry, and timeless dancehall hits

Shaquille Richards
Jul 193 min read


Lauryn Hill and Wyclef Jean Reunite to Headline UK Debut of Diaspora Calling!
Legendary American singer Ms. Lauryn Hill expands her Diaspora Calling! cultural festival overseas following her recent BET Living Legend Icon Award, with her sons YG Marley and Zion Marley joining the lineup for the inaugural UK edition

Kaboom Editors
Jul 191 min read


Sean Paul Delivers Timeless Set to Over 25,000 Fans at Gurtenfestival
Sean Paul continues to command Europe's biggest festival stages, drawing more than 25,000 fans at Gurtenfestival in Berne as the Timeless Tour rolls on to France, Belgium, Italy, Germany and Poland

Kaboom Editors
Jul 181 min read
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