As the iconic music channel prepares to go off air in 2025, we explore how Michael Jackson and David Bowie challenged MTV’s early biases and opened doors for Black musicians

With nearly every artiste, event brand, and international ally stepping up after Hurricane Melissa’s devastation, this moment reinforces a powerful truth: unity is strength, and music remains a vital force in Jamaica’s long journey to recovery.

Skillibeng had an impressive October, surpassing 1 billion Spotify streams, rocking a major UK festival stage, and earning powerful support from Vybz Kartel, propelling him as one of the genre’s leading forces on the global stage

Upcoming talent 1Journey spreads love and calls for positivity with her debut single “Stop the War,” saying, “It’s not just about fighting - sometimes it’s the war within ourselves. I want people to choose peace, love, and good energy,” she shared in an exclusive interview.

With a growing roster of high-profile clients, an impressive portfolio at just 19, and recognition from industry stars, Jathon Gushman is building his creative path while constantly sharpening his artistry. “Just turning my passion into reality,” he said.

The Fireman is still blazing with good spirit and a disciplined diet. “I don’t drink alcohol, I don’t eat meat, and I drink a lot of herbal tea, but I use my performances as my workout,” he shared

30 Years ago, in 1995,  Buju Banton released his fourth studio album, a defining moment in his career and widely regarded as his seminal album. A true masterpiece, Til Shiloh stands as one of the greatest Jamaican recordings ever made, and one of the finest albums in any musical genre

Exclusive: JaBA President Paulton Gordon talks NBA buzz and Jamaica’s basketball ambitions, as he outlines the strategy, addresses infrastructure gaps, and highlights ongoing efforts to bring professional basketball to Jamaica

From the Smurfs movie launch and Billboard-charting hits to high-profile performances across Europe, Shenseea is proving her place on the world stage. June’s Artist of the Month goes to her

Over 30 years after the tragic shooting of late dancehall artiste Dirtsman, his legacy is being revived through a tribute project honoring the late producer Phillip Smart.

With his EP topping the charts and a standout performance in the UK, Valiant signals a major rise in dancehall. He’s Kaboom’s Artist of the Month for May

Exclusive: Hitmaker Nathaneal “Nvtzz” Brown shares the story behind the “Tip” remixes with Skillibeng and Shenseea, Ayetian’s rise (“From the moment I heard him, I knew he had something different”), and how TrapMilli is driving dancehall’s next era. “Expect more moments that push the culture forward,” he said.

Exclusive: Streetz Festival Director Chad Williams talks Popcaan’s upcoming concert, headliner selection, and overseas expansion plans. “It’s an incredible feeling. We’re delivering an unforgettable experience, but there’s a responsibility,” he shared

Mentored by Rvssian, producer Pink Monkey has been putting in long hours in the studio for his latest dancehall project, Nuh Response Riddim. “This riddim is about getting back to creativity and good vibes,” he shared

From Classroom to Code: 3 College Graduates Kishan Coote, Weygehon Caldden, and Terrence Lawn turn high school idea into MastersKonnect, a modern app bridging Jamaica’s freelance gap

Following the historic Freedom Street production, Downsound Entertainment’s Karla Jankee opens up about Global Fête and Vybz Kartel’s highly anticipated return to Sumfest 2025: “We’re going full throttle,” she said, while promising even more surprises—“The best moments are the ones we don’t tell you about.”

Multidisciplinary creative Omari “Oms” Roach noticed a void of Caribbean energy in Toronto—and set out to fill it. Through his dynamic projects, he’s brought vibrant island influence to the city’s creative scene. In a conversation with Kaboom Magazine, Roach opens up about his journey and the world he’s building through art and design

The "Worl' Boss" is back and bigger than ever, recording two historic nights at the Barclays Center, uniting dancehall, and pushing the genre to the forefront, including a groundbreaking live stream with popular streamer Kai Cenat. With Kartel rewriting the history books, it's only fitting that he once again earns our Artist of the Month

Montego Bay's creative talent, Grafix Boss, is balancing cover art for top dancehall names and artist management, taking his game to the next level in the music industry

Exclusive: Jamaican comedian and actor Dale Elliott dives into his success story, Son of an Immigrant tour, inspirations, challenges, working with close friend and iconic producer Di Genius, and declares he will be a legend: "It’s no maybe or probably — it’s going to happen."