Exclusive interview: Ben Ryan discusses City Splash’s growth to 60,000 tickets, rising competition in the UK live music market, and the importance of creating opportunities for the next generation of Caribbean artistes

The Jamaican producer and beatmaker, son of the late Determine and brother of Runkus, reflects on his musical roots, collaborations with Nigerian producer Chopstixx and Dyani, contributions to Runkus’ Supernova album, and ambition to push creative boundaries in Jamaican music

The singjay is set to close out 2026 with a 10-track project amid high demand from fans following the growing popularity of “Time Capsule” and “Coverage,” sources told Kaboom Magazine

Review: The Jamaican superstar expands her musical reach into new markets, blending Afrobeats, R&B, Pop and Latin influences across eight tracks while showcasing her artistic evolution without abandoning her Dancehall roots

The Gully Gad returned to the Canadian stage after nine years, delivering an electrifying performance alongside Masicka and Armanii before more than 19,000 fans

The Dancehall superstar’s third studio album records 43.1 million stream equivalents and over 5,500 digital song sales, according to Luminate data obtained by Kaboom Magazine.

From heavy rock influences to melodic Dancehall, RajahWild showcases his versatility while strengthening his Rock Hall persona and cementing his place as one of the genre's most distinctive young voices

Reggae and dancehall heavyweights including Buju Banton, Beenie Man, Shaggy, Protoje and Alkaline, alongside new-generation acts such as Ai Milly, are also among those with projects in consideration. The nominations will be announced on November 16

The veteran singer partners with Donsome Records as he looks to expand his international touring presence. “We respect his legacy, and we have a clear plan for what comes next,” says Donsome Records founder Adrian “Donsome” Hanson

From “Loodi” and the birth of the ShenYeng movement to Grammy recognition, global collaborations and billion-stream milestones, Kaboom looks back at 30 moments that shaped the Jamaican superstar’s journey

Across 11 tracks, the son of Montego Bay puts his range on full display, making “Paper Chaser” a clear statement of ambition, versatility, and hunger

The Dancehall hitmaker collects his second consecutive Male Dancehall Artist of the Year award following a major run that included a sold-out North American tour. “Another step on my journey,” he shared exclusively with Kaboom Magazine

“BbY WOW,” which samples the iconic “Coolie Dance Riddim,” gives the classic beat another major global moment. “This beat was different,” Burrell reflects on its enduring impact

More than two decades after their legendary rivalry shaped a generation of dancehall, Kartel and Mavado brought Gaza vs Gully overseas for the first time, drawing approximately 20,000 fans to The O2

Exclusive: The veteran Jamaican producer reflects on working with Buju Banton, calls Shenseea “the biggest standout star of this era,” praises dancehall’s new direction and reveals his renewed passion for DJing

Exclusive: The St. Mary native talent is becoming one of the names to watch in 2026, with growing streaming success and “Bread” reaching a wider audience. “My music will always find that balance because I live them myself,” he says

Exclusive: The Jamaican hitmaking producer breaks down the role of marketing, investment and streaming, while pointing to “Hit & Run,” Sizzla, Bob Marley and more to explain why Billboard is only one piece of the crossover picture

The Jamaican singer’s smooth vocals stand out across the 11-track journey through love, gratitude and spirituality, marking a major milestone in his career

Across 17 tracks, the dancehall superstar balances spirituality, hard-edged dancehall, a surprise collaboration with Kraff Gad and a willingness to take shots, while embracing African influences that hint at his global ambitions on his most expansive album yet

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.”