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“Numbers Don’t Lie”: Popcaan Surpasses 2 Billion YouTube Views
The Unruly Boss becomes the fourth most-viewed living Jamaican artiste on YouTube, behind Sean Paul, Shaggy and Vybz Kartel, with top-performing hits including “Silence,” “Family,” “My Type” and “Elevate” helping him reach the 2 billion-view milestone
Akeeile Harris
13 hours ago2 min read


“One of the Biggest Statements So Far”: Skatta on Karol G’s “BbY WOW” Global Success
“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
Akeeile Harris
3 days ago2 min read


Kartel & Mavado Take Historic Gaza vs Gully Showdown to The O2 Arena
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

Kaboom Editors
4 days ago2 min read


Skippa Honored With Billboard Caribbean Rising Star Award
The fast-rising dancehall deejay celebrates a major career milestone as his international presence continues to grow, crediting “every stream and every show” for his journey

Kaboom Editors
4 days ago1 min read


Koffee’s Breakout Hit “Toast” Goes Gold in France
The Grammy-winning reggae star adds another international certification to “Toast,” already Platinum in the UK and Gold in Canada, as she drops her new four-track EP, Ova So

Kaboom Editors
5 days ago1 min read


Malie Donn’s “Van Cleef” Hits Return to No. 1 & No. 2 on Apple Music Jamaica
Fresh off his biggest headline show to date, Malie Donn continues his hot streak as two chart-leading singles reclaim the top spots, while his international run continues

Kaboom Editors
Sep 71 min read


Malie Donn Crowns His Rise With Debut Album The Golden Child
Rising dancehall star Malie Donn delivers his 21-track debut album ahead of a sold-out London headline show, led by the title track with Squash, saying the project represents “the pressure, the growth, the wins and the lessons.” Dancehall artiste Malie Donn delivers debut album The Golden Child New-age dancehall artiste Malie Donn has released his highly anticipated 21-track debut album, The Golden Child, via VP Records on Friday, September 4. The project brings together Mali

Kaboom Editors
Sep 42 min read


Masicka Caps an Exceptional August With a Major Statement
From Forever Reign to a sold-out Barclays Center debut and Billboard success, Masicka turned August into a statement month
Akeeile Harris
Sep 32 min read


Yung Miami’s “Spend Dat” Surpasses 1.2 Billion TikTok Views as Int'l Remix Gains Momentum
The American rapper’s breakout solo hit has emerged as one of the songs of the summer, while its international remix with Vybz Kartel, Shenseea and Davido gets a sultry new video

Kaboom Editors
Sep 21 min read


Masicka’s ‘Forever Reign’ Spends Second Week on Billboard Reggae Chart
Masicka’s Forever Reign remains on the Billboard Reggae Albums chart for a second straight week, landing at No. 9 following its No. 4 debut last week

Kaboom Editors
Sep 11 min read


Vybz Kartel Officially Signs First Female Artiste Shenequa to His Label
The dancehall superstar welcomes his first female signee while teasing potential collaborations, declaring, “We will be taking her career to another level.”

Kaboom Editors
Sep 12 min read


450, V’ghn, Jah Mason Among First Wave of Performers for Caribbean Music Awards
The Caribbean Music Awards has announced its first wave of performers ahead of its fourth annual celebration on September 19, while welcoming Billboard as its Official Global Media Partner

Kaboom Editors
Sep 12 min read


Supa Dups Praises Shenseea, Talks Buju's Productions and Dancehall’s New Era
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
Akeeile Harris
Aug 296 min read


Cardi B Opens Up About Her Passion for Fashion, Motherhood and Maduka Okoye
The Bronx superstar covers Vogue Arabia, opening up about her bold style (“I Had to Dress Differently”), the sacrifices of motherhood, and meeting Nigerian footballer Maduka Okoye: “He Was Really Sweet.”

Kaboom Editors
Aug 283 min read


Cali FR Chases the “Bread” With Bigger Ambitions in Dancehall
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
Akeeile Harris
Aug 273 min read


Masicka and Spice to Headline City Splash’s Indoor Edition At London’s Drumsheds
Masicka and the Queen of Dancehall Spice lead the bill as City Splash returns to Drumsheds on November 21 for another massive indoor celebration of Caribbean culture, with more artists still to be announced

Kaboom Editors
Aug 272 min read


DJ Mac Samples Mavado Classic “Come Into My Room” for New Feloni19 Single
Billboard-charting producer DJ Mac samples Mavado and Stacious’ “Come Into My Room” for a new juggling, kicking off the rollout with Feloni19’s “Starbucks” as his WYFL Tour continues its global run

Kaboom Editors
Aug 271 min read


Spotify Celebrates 60 Years of Notting Hill Carnival With Koffee, Shenseea and V’ghn
The inaugural Carnival Sounds Live series sees Caribbean stars revisit classics while celebrating the music and culture behind the iconic London festival

Kaboom Editors
Aug 261 min read


Masicka’s Forever Reign Debuts at No. 4 on Billboard Reggae Albums Chart
Dancehall superstar becomes the first male dancehall artiste this decade to have his first three studio albums debut inside the Billboard Reggae Albums Top 5

Kaboom Editors
Aug 251 min read


Di Genius Says Dancehall ‘Crossover’ Must Be Defined Beyond American Metrics
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

Brandy Mohalland
Aug 245 min read
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