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Alkaline to Headline Dream Weekend 2026 as Festival Moves to Montego Bay
Dream Weekend announces Alkaline as the exclusive headliner as they start their new home in Montego Bay. “Bringing him on exclusively for Dream Weekend 2026 is more than just a performance - it’s a cultural moment,” said Scott Dunn, Group Managing Director of Dream Entertainment Limited

Shaquille Richards
Sep 262 min read


Skillibeng and Vybz Kartel Shift into “New Gears” Remix
Skillibeng’s “New Gears” gets a fresh spin with Vybz Kartel’s hard-hitting, raunchy verse, opening with a sample of Françoise Hardy’s 1965 classic “Mon Amie La Rose.”
Akeeile Harris
Sep 262 min read


Teejay Drifts to Over 100 Million Career Spotify Streams, Nears 800 Million on YouTube
Dancehall star Teejay has reached a major milestone in his career, surpassing 100 million total streams on Spotify. With a catalog that only keeps getting stronger, singles like “Drift,” “Rags to Riches,” and “Unfaithful Games” continue to resonate across streaming platforms

Kaboom Editors
Sep 252 min read


Rihanna Gives Birth to Third Child With A$AP Rocky, Welcomes Baby Girl Rocki Irish Mayers
The Bajan singer and businesswoman shared the news in a social media post. The pair already has two sons together, RZA and Riot

Kaboom Editors
Sep 251 min read


450 Scores Biggest Career Hit as "Wild n Rich" Tops 50M on YouTube
Dancehall artist 450 is marking a milestone in his career as his 2023 release “Wild n Rich” surpassed 50 million views on YouTube. Is “Journey” next up?

Shaquille Richards
Sep 211 min read


Cardi B’s Am I The Drama? Goes Platinum in Record Time
Platinum in hours and breaking records, occupying nearly every spot in the U.S. iTunes Top 10, Cardi B’s sophomore album Am I The Drama? immediately makes history

Kaboom Editors
Sep 202 min read


Moliy’s Global Hit “Shake It to the Max (Fly)” Certified Gold in the UK
Moliy’s global smash has earned its fourth Gold certification, with Silent Addy and Disco Neil’s Bashment Sound recognized for 400,000 units. This marks the fourth Gold award for the track, including the remix featuring Shenseea and Skillibeng

Kaboom Editors
Sep 191 min read


“Shake It to the Max” Co-Producer Disco Neil Signs Global Publishing Deal with Kobalt
Disco Neil, one half of Bashment Sound and the producer behind the viral hit “Shake It to the Max,” has joined London-based music company Kobalt
Akeeile Harris
Sep 181 min read


Valiant to Embark on “Passenger Princess” Edition North American 20-City Tour
Dancehall star Valiant announces a 20-city North American tour, named after his current hit single as part of the Prove Them Wrong Tour, presented by Duke Concept

Kaboom Editors
Sep 131 min read


Vybz Kartel Sets UK Arena Records: “He’s Our Generation’s Michael Jackson”
After making history in the UK as the first dancehall artist to sell out London’s O2 Arena on back-to-back nights and Manchester’s Co-op Live, Vybz Kartel has redefined the standard of success
Akeeile Harris
Sep 122 min read


Event Consultant Janelle Abraham on CAM deals: “We are no longer confined to the region”
Event consultant and video director Janell Abraham on the Caribbean Music Awards (“The diaspora is expanding in every corner”), her strategy, authenticity, and vision for the future
Akeeile Harris
Sep 104 min read


Jamaican Football Icon and Bob Marley’s Tour Manager Allan “Skill” Cole Dies
Jamaica mourns the death of former Santos and national team player Allan “Skill” Cole, with Prime Minister Holness and Minister Olivia Grange among those paying tribute

Kaboom Editors
Sep 101 min read


Shenseea Shines at VMAs; “Shake It to the Max” Featured in New Burger King Ad
Bittersweet night for Moliy’s smash “Shake It to the Max,” which lost to Tyla at the VMAs best afrobeats category but was well represented by all remix participants, while the original version scored a major feature in a new Burger King commercial
Akeeile Harris
Sep 82 min read


Vybz Kartel Left Everything on Stage as 20,000 Fans Packed the O2 Arena
Vybz Kartel made history once again, kicking off his UK arena tour with a set full of hits and a surprise cameo from Wizkid, leaving everything on stage in front of 20,000 packed fans.
Akeeile Harris
Sep 52 min read


Artist of the Month: Ayetian Sets the Pace as a 2025 Breakout
Ayetian keeps his 2025 breakout run strong with Canadian and Barclays debuts, red carpet moments, and a hit single dominating everywhere

Kaboom Editors
Sep 41 min read


Ayetian, Lila Iké, Skillibeng, and DJ Khaled collab featured in Billboard’s Fresh Picks
Billboard’s monthly Fresh Picks spotlight Lila Iké’s opening track from her debut album, highlight Ayetian’s unstoppable rise, and feature DJ Khaled’s all-star lineup along with Skillibeng’s new collaboration with Moliy

Kaboom Editors
Sep 32 min read


Historic Run: Vybz Kartel Headlines Three of the UK’s Largest Indoor Venues
Following his historic three-peat at Barclays, the Worl’ Boss will launch his debut UK arena tour with two sold-out nights at London’s O2. He will also make history as the first dancehall artist to headline BP Pulse LIVE in Birmingham and take center stage at the UK’s largest indoor arena, Co-op Live in Manchester

Kaboom Editors
Sep 21 min read


Busta Rhymes Joins Moliy’s Smash Hit “Shake It to the Max” Featuring Shenseea and Skillibeng
Busta Rhymes Teases New Remix for Moliy’s “Shake It to the Max” Featuring Shenseea and Skillibeng, as the Track Secures Second MTV VMA Nomination

Kaboom Editors
Aug 312 min read


Popcaan Turns Streetz Festival into a Lifestyle Moments Celebration
Review: Popcaan takes over Kingston’s National Stadium with a dramatic crane entrance, big hits, international guest appearances, and special moments with Toni-Ann Singh.

Romaine Brown
Aug 312 min read


Vybz Kartel Completes Historic Barclays 3 Peat with DJ Khaled, Busta Rhymes, and Spice
Dancehall megastar Vybz Kartel extended his streak of sold-out shows with this year’s Barclays Center triumph, writing his name deep into the history books. He brought out DJ Khaled, Busta Rhymes, Spice, Rvssian, and Blak Ryno for a massive celebration
Akeeile Harris
Aug 302 min read
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