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Vybz Kartel Becomes First Male Dancehall Artiste to Surpass 4M Instagram Followers
The Worl Boss' joins Shenseea and Spice as the only living Jamaican artistes to cross the milestone, leading male counterparts Popcaan, Sean Paul and Shaggy

Kaboom Editors
1 day ago1 min read


Mavado Earns First-Ever BRIT Certification With “When You Feel Lonely”
The Gully Gad earns his first UK Silver certification with the Daseca-produced hit, originally released in 2010, after surpassing 200,000 qualifying units in the United Kingdom

Kaboom Editors
2 days ago1 min read


Cardi B Breaks Silence on Last-Minute Cancellation of Jamaica Performance
Cardi B breaks her silence on her BZR WKND Jamaica withdrawal, apologizing to fans and insisting she did everything possible to make the October 18 performance happen

Kaboom Editors
2 days ago1 min read


Protoje’s “Who Knows” With Chronixx Certified Platinum in New Zealand
Protoje’s 2015 hit “Who Knows,” featuring Chronixx, earns its first Platinum certification in New Zealand after reaching 30,000 units in combined sales and streaming equivalents, more than a decade after its release

Kaboom Editors
2 days ago1 min read


450 Joins Forces With Damian Marley for ‘Good Morning’: “The Feeling Is Immense”
The dancehall artiste marks his first collaboration with reggae icon Damian “Jr. Gong” Marley. “It’s a sign that my sound is appreciated,” 450 tells Kaboom Magazine ahead of the Week.day-produced single’s October 16 release.

Shaquille Richards
3 days ago2 min read


Cardi B Cancels Headlining Performance at BZR WKND Jamaica
Cardi B cancels her highly anticipated Jamaica appearance just days before the festival, as first reported by Billboard following confirmation from her representatives. No official reason was given, while disappointed fans are demanding full refunds

Kaboom Editors
3 days ago1 min read


Vybz Kartel, Masicka, Chronixx Among Grammy Best Reggae Album Hopefuls
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

Kaboom Editors
3 days ago3 min read


Caymanas Park to Host One of Its Biggest Events Yet With Forever1NE Music Festival
Masicka will headline his first festival in Portmore on December 19, with Caymanas Park ready to host the major event. “Caymanas Park is proud to be the place that welcomes him,” said Solomon Sharpe, executive chairman of SVREL

Kaboom Editors
4 days ago2 min read


Jahmiel Celebrates 500M YouTube Views, Set for First London Show in 6 Years
The “Strongest Soldier” singer announces a UK show for March 2027 while celebrating his YouTube channel surpassing 500 million views

Kaboom Editors
5 days ago1 min read


Spice’s “Go Down Deh” Feat. Shaggy and Sean Paul Surpasses 400M Views on YouTube
The Queen of Dancehall Spice’s smash hit with Shaggy and Sean Paul has now surpassed 400 million YouTube views, alongside more than 474 million Spotify streams

Kaboom Editors
6 days ago1 min read


Sean Paul Ready to “DIP” as South Africa Tour Approaches
The Grammy-winning Jamaican star teams up with popular creator Sommer Ray on the energetic new track, while announcing three shows in South Africa this December

Kaboom Editors
Oct 41 min read


September Belonged to the Golden Child: Malie Donn Is Artist of the Month
From releasing his debut album The Golden Child to selling out Indigo at The O2 and dominating Apple Music Jamaica, Malie Donn delivered another statement month in his rapid rise
Akeeile Harris
Oct 32 min read


Vybz Kartel Announces The Sun Album, His Second Album of 2026
The dancehall giant is set to release another full-length project on December 18, with sources telling Kaboom Magazine it is expected to feature around 16 tracks

Kaboom Editors
Oct 21 min read


Shenseea at 30: 30 Defining Moments From Jamaica to the World
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
Akeeile Harris
Oct 16 min read


Masicka Brings Forever1NE Music Festival Home to Portmore
The Portmore native returns home for his first headline show in the city, promising “big performances, surprises and energy from start to finish.”

Kaboom Editors
Oct 11 min read


Tommy Lee Sparta to Headline Debut MAIN ACT Live-Band Halloween Concert
Tommy Lee Sparta brings his “Uncle Demon” persona to an intimate Halloween experience backed by Ruff Cut Band. “Tommy Lee was really the inspiration for this. He loved the idea,” promoter Theon Davy shared.

Shaquille Richards
Oct 12 min read


Shenseea and Valiant Set for Afro Nation Portugal 2027
Shenseea returns to the Afro Nation stage for a fourth appearance, while Valiant prepares to make his festival debut

Kaboom Editors
Sep 301 min read


Alkaline Announces London Return for New Rules Festival
The dancehall star will bring New Rules back to OVO Arena Wembley on March 26, 2027, following a packed UK staging in 2025 and the festival’s continued international expansion across Jamaica, Canada, the United States and the UK

Kaboom Editors
Sep 301 min read


Nearly 50 Years Later, Bob Marley’s “Waiting In Vain” Goes UK Platinum
The 1977 classic surpasses 600,000 units in the UK, adding another international certification after previously earning 3× Platinum status in New Zealand

Kaboom Editors
Sep 291 min read


Shenseea Becomes First Jamaican Female Artiste to Surpass 1.5 Billion YouTube Views
The Jamaican superstar adds another major milestone just days before turning 30, with the numbers reflecting her growing footprint across local and global markets

Kaboom Editors
Sep 282 min read
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