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Skeng Embraces the Mood with Dark Energy Project "13th Street Tape"
The Ratty Gang boss Skeng delivers gritty tracks on Friday the 13th, featuring Valiant and RajahWild, while showcasing his vision and creativity

Kaboom Editors
1 day ago1 min read
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Global Sensation Tyla to Make Her Caribbean Debut at Tipsy Festival
Grammy-winning, multi-platinum global superstar Tyla is set to make her Caribbean debut on July 20, headlining the 2025 Tipsy Music Festival in Barbados alongside soca icons Machel Montano and Bunji Garlin. The highly anticipated event takes place during the island’s Crop Over season

Kaboom Editors
2 days ago2 min read
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Reggae Boyz Draw Curaçao, Trinidad & Tobago, and Bermuda in World Cup Qualifiers
Reggae Boyz set to face Trinidad and Tobago, Curaçao, and Bermuda in Group B of the Concacaf final qualifying round to secure a spot in the 2026 World Cup

Kaboom Editors
2 days ago1 min read
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Najeeriii Drops “Me N Skilli” with Skillibeng Ahead of Debut Album Release
Najeeriii and Skillibeng trade bars on track six of Najeeriii’s upcoming debut album, delivering signature flows and girl-centric vibes. The high-energy collaboration, produced by Zimi Records, is gaining momentum on the charts with its summer-ready appeal and captivating visuals

Shaquille Richards
5 days ago1 min read
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Skippa Dominates Apple Music Jamaica with Surprise “4 Pac” EP
Trap-dancehall deejay Skippa rides momentum with viral singles from surprise EP, holding top 3 iTunes spots as “JR Gong” climbs to #2 on YouTube trending

Kaboom Editors
6 days ago1 min read
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Vybz Kartel Dominates Atlanta with Another Sold-Out Arena, Masicka, Akon and 21 Savage
The Worl’ Boss’s pull power drew 15,000 to State Farm Arena, featuring surprise performances from Akon and a backstage Rolex gift from 21 Savage. He also shared the stage with Masicka for the first time, performing “Infrared” and “Whites,” and delivered a royal-themed set with Spice
Akeeile Harris
Jun 72 min read
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Valiant Solidifies Momentum with Chart-Topping EP and City Splash Debut
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
Akeeile Harris
Jun 71 min read
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Buju Banton Returns to L.A. After 20 Years, Reveals “100% Dancehall” Album in the Works
Grammy-winning reggae icon Buju Banton makes history at the Hollywood Palladium, opening BET Experience Week with timeless hits and revealing a new dancehall album in the works
Akeeile Harris
Jun 62 min read
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DJ Mac Assembles Dancehall All-Stars on 13-Track Debut Album ‘Ups & Down’
DJ Mac’s debut album "Ups & Down" showcases dancehall’s finest, featuring standout tracks from stars like Skillibeng Shenseea, Tommy Lee Sparta, Govana, Valiant, Kranium, and Chronic Law.

Shaquille Richards
Jun 52 min read
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Nvtzz Talks Viral Success of "Tip," Remixes, Ayetian's Talent, and the TrapMilli Movement
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.
Akeeile Harris
Jun 55 min read
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Chronixx Hints at More Than Just Reggae Land with Cryptic London Post
Reggae star Chronixx sparks buzz with a cryptic social media post ahead of his Reggae Land return on August 3, featuring the phrase “Provenance… London” and an additional August date in the caption, hinting at more UK plans
Akeeile Harris
Jun 41 min read
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Shenseea Joins Rihanna, Tyla, and Cardi B on Smurfs Movie Soundtrack
Jamaican dancehall superstar Shenseea is featured on the star-studded Smurfs movie soundtrack alongside Rihanna, Tyla, Cardi B, and more. Her track, “It’s My Party,” is set for release on Friday, June 6
Akeeile Harris
Jun 21 min read
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Valiant’s "Prove Them Wrong" EP Peaked at #1 on iTunes Reggae Chart
Valiant’s "Prove Them Wrong" dethrones reggae icon Bob Marley’s "Legend" on the iTunes Album Chart. “I’m grateful and humble—this shows people appreciate hard work,” he said. Canadian-Jamaican model Winnie Harlow also co-signs the project
Akeeile Harris
Jun 21 min read
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“Real Mess”: Vybz Kartel Pulls Out of Trinidad Festival Over Promoter Missteps
Vybz Kartel withdrew from the Trinidad festival amid ongoing drama and a payment dispute, leaving fans disappointed just hours before showtime. A local insider called it “a total mess… the promoter had no money, no team, and ignored all advice.”
Akeeile Harris
Jun 12 min read
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Streetz Festival Gears Up for Fifth Staging with Popcaan and Overseas Expansion Plans
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
Akeeile Harris
May 312 min read
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Vybz Kartel Becomes First Dancehall Artist to Headline and Sell Out O2 Arena
Dancehall megastar, Vybz Kartel is set to make history as the first dancehall artist to sell out London’s O2 Arena, one of the world’s most prestigious venues, with back-to-back shows in September; Kartel will be crowned “King of the Dancehall” at Reggae Sumfest 2025
Akeeile Harris
May 302 min read
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Bayka Recruits Spice for Seductive Miss Pretty Remix on "Gyal Dem Shift" EP
Dancehall star Bayka targets the ladies with his seductive new EP Gyal Dem Shift, featuring a spicy remix of his hit single “Miss Pretty.”

Shaquille Richards
May 301 min read
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Mavado, Aidonia, and Masicka Join Bounty Killer’s U.S. Comeback at Barclays Center
A massive night of dancehall unity is on the way, with a star-studded lineup confirmed for Bounty Killer’s “Return of the Warlord” show, set for July 5 at Brooklyn’s Barclays Center
Akeeile Harris
May 291 min read
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Shenseea Scores First Billboard Hot 100 Entry with "Shake It to the Max" Remix
Dancehall star Shenseea has become the first Jamaican female hardcore artist in 21 years to enter the Billboard Hot 100, as her collaboration with Moliy and Skillibeng, “Shake It to the Max (Fly) Remix),” debuts at No. 91 this week

Kaboom Editors
May 281 min read
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Spice & Tarrus Riley Steal the Show: City Splash 2025 Thrills Despite Minor Hiccups
Spice rolled in on a bike and delivered an electrifying set, Tar rrus Riley owned the stage, Valiant impressed, and Popcaan apologized on Instagram after technical issues. Over 20,000 fans turned out to celebrate Caribbean culture at Brockwell Park
Akeeile Harris
May 272 min read
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