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Treasure Beach Food, Rum & Reggae Festival Unites Jamaica in Support of Agriculture Recovery
The one-day benefit concert brought together culture, music, and community, blending entertainment with purpose to generate vital support for the agricultural sector’s post-hurricane rebound. “This wasn’t just a show - it was Jamaica uniting for our farmers,” Festival Director Jason Henzell said

Kaboom Editors
Dec 10, 20253 min read


Alkaline to Bring His New Rules Festival to a U.S. Arena for the First Time
The dancehall star teams up with top U.S. promoter CJ Milan under her Reggae Fest brand, with the event slated for Barclays Center on Saturday, March 21

Shaquille Richards
Dec 9, 20251 min read


Yellowman & Johnny Osbourne to Headline Nice Up Jamaica Benefit Concert
Dancehall and reggae icons are set to headline the December 16 benefit concert, powered by Caribbean media platform LargeUp in partnership with the Brooklyn Bowl.

Kaboom Editors
Dec 9, 20252 min read


Valiant Wraps Month-Long North American Tour, Sets New-Gen History
The dancehall star completes a 20-show run across the U.S. and Canada, becoming the first new-generation artist to achieve the milestone, selling over 10,000 tickets and strengthening his global impact.
Akeeile Harris
Dec 1, 20252 min read


Shaggy Delivers ’90s Nostalgic Set at Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade
Jamaican icon Shaggy joins Busta Rhymes, Lil Jon, Ciara and more, performing a medley of his hits as Manhattan transforms into one big party route for the 99th annual Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade
Akeeile Harris
Nov 27, 20251 min read


Beres Hammond to Return to the UK After 8 Years, Set to Headline City Splash 2026
Lovers rock legend leads a star-studded first-wave lineup featuring Gyptian, Jada Kingdom, Queen Ifrica, Lutan Fyah, and more for the UK’s biggest one-day reggae and dancehall festival.

Kaboom Editors
Nov 18, 20252 min read


Shaggy, Sean Paul, and Aidonia Lead ‘Jamaica Strong’ Benefit Concert at UBS Arena
With performers including Chronic Law, KES the Band, Teejay, Ky-Mani Marley, Richie Stephens, Gramps Morgan, and more, the event forms part of a series of fundraising concerts organized by the Government of Jamaica, this time in partnership with the Irie Jam Radio Foundation, Food For The Poor, and the Consulate General of Jamaica

Shaquille Richards
Nov 13, 20251 min read


From Los Angeles With Love: Lexi Chow & Partners Lead Major Jamaica Relief Drive
Jamaican entrepreneur Lexi Chow teamed up with the Consulate General of Jamaica in Los Angeles and leading diaspora partners to rally support and send relief barrels to Jamaica.
Jamar Cleary
Nov 11, 20252 min read


Treasure Beach Food, Rum & Reggae Festival Postponed Following Melissa Aftermath
Treasure Beach Food, Rum & Reggae Festival Postponed Following Melissa Aftermath

Kaboom Editors
Oct 31, 20252 min read


Drake Joins Vybz Kartel on Stage for His Historic Toronto Debut
The Worl’ Boss made his first-ever performance in one of the most anticipated stops of his Worl’ Boss Tour, kicking off three sold-out shows at Scotiabank Arena under OVO banner. Drake joined him on stage, praising the Jamaican icon, saying, “We were just talking about how much time we've spent with this man’s music right here.”
Akeeile Harris
Oct 27, 20252 min read


Mavado Announced as Headliner for Reggae Fest Debut in Jamaica
Mavado to perform in Jamaica for the first time in over ten years, headlining the Reggae Fest debut under CJ Milan’s Reggae Fest Tour brand on December 27 at Plantation Cove in Ocho Rios

Kaboom Editors
Oct 21, 20252 min read


Review: Sizzla Rises to the Occasion in Style to Mark 30 Years in Music
Reggae legend Sizzla Kalonji draws thousands for a night of roots, culture, and celebration, featuring star-studded performances by reggae and dancehall veterans, heartfelt renditions of his classics, and an energetic set alongside Beenie Man and Spragga Benz
Akeeile Harris
Oct 21, 20252 min read


Masicka to Host His Own Festival in St. Ann, Brings the “Keys” for Third Album Rollout
The dancehall hitmaker celebrates in style this December with Uno Fiesta, as his next Def Jam project kicks off with the new single “Keys.”
Akeeile Harris
Oct 13, 20251 min read


Treasure Beach Food, Rum & Reggae Festival Unveils Full Weekend Lineup
The Food, Rum & Reggae Festival returns November 7–9, celebrating island flavours and authentic South Coast vibes.“After the challenges faced by St. Elizabeth and our agricultural sector during Hurricane Beryl, few would have imagined we’d be here today launching food festivals,” said Minister Floyd Green

Kaboom Editors
Oct 9, 20253 min read


Xodus Wet Music Festival Makes Splashing Debut in Kingston
From sunrise paint and powder to electrifying performances by Bunji Garlin and GBM Nutron, the debut staging sets a new bar for Jamaica’s carnival scene

Kaboom Editors
Oct 7, 20252 min read


Third Date Added to Vybz Kartel’s Toronto Shows; Drake Says It’s “A Proud Moment for the City”
Scotiabank Arena adds third Vybz Kartel show due to unprecedented demand, with first two already sold out. The 6ix God clarifies it’s not OVO Fest, but says “I might have to step out and buss some shells pon stage.”
Akeeile Harris
Oct 2, 20252 min read


Rain Can’t Stop the Vibes: Soak’d Nox Delivers a Pure Gen-Z Dancehall Celebration
Review: Despite heavy rain, Soak’d Nox draws thousands of Gen-Z attendees with Valiant, Skeng, Skippa, surprise cameos, and MC Fyahman for the ultimate water party
Akeeile Harris
Sep 27, 20252 min read


Vybz Kartel to Headline Drake’s OVO Birthday Celebration in Toronto, October 26–27
Drake announces under his OVO brand that he is bringing dancehall icon Vybz Kartel to Toronto for a two-night birthday celebration. This marks Kartel’s first-ever performance in the city
Akeeile Harris
Sep 26, 20252 min read


Alkaline to Headline Dream Weekend 2026 as Festival Moves to Montego Bay
Dream Weekend announces Alkaline as the exclusive headliner as they start their new home in Montego Bay. “Bringing him on exclusively for Dream Weekend 2026 is more than just a performance - it’s a cultural moment,” said Scott Dunn, Group Managing Director of Dream Entertainment Limited

Shaquille Richards
Sep 26, 20252 min read


Sean Paul to Perform at iHeartRadio’s Jingle Ball in Boston Ahead of The Trinity 20th Anniversary
Global dancehall icon Sean Paul is set to perform at the annual Jingle Ball in Boston this December, just ahead of the 20th anniversary celebration of his landmark 2005 album The Trinity

Kaboom Editors
Sep 26, 20252 min read
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