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Colombia Donates Emergency Relief Supplies to Jamaica Following Hurricane Melissa
Colombia joins other Latin American countries in delivering 22 tons of emergency relief supplies to support victims affected by Hurricane Melissa.
Jamar Cleary
Nov 51 min read


Mr. Universe: Billion Spotify Streams & Big Stages as Skillibeng Dominates October
Skillibeng had an impressive October, surpassing 1 billion Spotify streams, rocking a major UK festival stage, and earning powerful support from Vybz Kartel, propelling him as one of the genre’s leading forces on the global stage
Akeeile Harris
Nov 51 min read


Direct Relief, the U.S.’s 4th Largest Charity, Sends $1M in Medical Aid to Jamaica
Direct Relief delivered 60 pallets of essential medical supplies — valued at US $1 million - containing enough resources to support care for up to 3,000 patients for 30 days

Kaboom Editors
Nov 42 min read


Bounty Killer Joins Forces with DJ Khaled to Rally Aid for Hurricane Melissa Relief
Through the Bounty Foundation and Khaled’s We The Best Foundation, the initiative is directing essential supplies primarily to hospitals and schools across storm-hit communities

Kaboom Editors
Nov 41 min read


Jesse Royal to Headline Fundraising Festival in Brazil, All Proceeds to Hurricane Melissa Relief
Grammy-nominated singer to headline “Yaad Fest” in Brazil on November 20, supporting Hurricane Melissa relief as he returns for his second tour in the country this year

Kaboom Editors
Nov 31 min read


Masicka Joins Jamaica’s Recovery Effort Through His MADE Foundation
International dancehall superstar Masicka rallies support for St. Elizabeth through his MADE Foundation. Phase 1 targets the hard-hit parish with food, building materials, steel, and cement.

Kaboom Editors
Nov 22 min read


Vybz Kartel Launches His Adidjah Palmer Foundation to Support Hurricane Relief Efforts
The deejay established a new foundation with his manager, TJ Records, and their team, backed by Str8 Vybz Rumto support Hurricane Melissa relief efforts

Kaboom Editors
Nov 11 min read


Norman Powell Pledges US$100K to Support Recovery Efforts
Miami Heat guard and Jamaica men’s national team captain Norman Powell donates US$100K to support recovery efforts, and shares that all proceeds from his Jamaica collection on his website will also go toward relief

Kaboom Editors
Nov 12 min read


Treasure Beach Food, Rum & Reggae Festival Postponed Following Melissa Aftermath
Treasure Beach Food, Rum & Reggae Festival Postponed Following Melissa Aftermath

Kaboom Editors
Oct 312 min read


Cegie Unleashes Sensual Third Single “So Mi Like Dat”
Jamaican-Canadian rising act blends dancehall, R&B, and soul on Trizo’s Pain Love Misery riddim under KonseQuence Muzik Group.

Kaboom Editors
Oct 311 min read


Sean Paul Mobilizes Relief Efforts: “Every Donation Counts”
Recording artiste partners with Food For The Poor, delivering 1,000+ relief packages, and will personally match every dollar donated to Food For The Poor Jamaica up to US$50,000.

Kaboom Editors
Oct 312 min read


Jamaica Aims to Reopen Tourism on Dec. 15 for Holiday Season
Minister of Tourism Edmund Bartlett launches national task force as airports resume limited operations; Sangster International Airport may not reopen for commercial flights until next

Kaboom Editors
Oct 312 min read


Moliy Celebrates Career Milestone With UK Gold Plaque for “Shake It To The Max (Fly)” Remix
Moliy celebrates a milestone moment in her career after receiving the plaque for her breakout, Billboard Hot 100–charting hit featuring Shenseea and Skillibeng. The UK Gold certification was announced in September, marking four total certifications to date

Kaboom Editors
Oct 301 min read


Chronic Law Lands First Major Int'l Collab with French Montana for “NY Girls” Remix
Dancehall artist Chronic Law is teaming up with Moroccan-American rapper French Montana for his first major international collaboration, the official remix of his hit single “NY Girls,” which is set to drop soon, with the music video already filmed.
Akeeile Harris
Oct 301 min read


Barbadian Music Festival Rescheduled Amid Hurricane Melissa Crisis in Jamaica
Caribbean Music Festival postpones ‘Rhythmz on the Hills’ to November 23 in support of Jamaica following Hurricane Melissa, saying it was “the responsible decision in solidarity with our Jamaican brothers and sisters.”

Kaboom Editors
Oct 301 min read


Jamal Murray Pledges Support for Jamaica After Hurricane Melissa
Nuggets star Jamal Murray is sending prayers following the devastating hurricane and has pledged relief support for Jamaica post-Melissa.
Akeeile Harris
Oct 291 min read


Miami Heat Donates US$1 Million to Jamaica Relief After Hurricane Melissa
The NBA team partners with the Arison Foundation and Carnival to support Jamaica’s recovery. “Our hearts go out to the people of Jamaica,” said Eric Woolworth, President of The HEAT Group’s Business Operations

Kaboom Editors
Oct 291 min read


AFJ Activates Disaster Relief Fund as Jamaica Braces for Hurricane Melissa
American Friends of Jamaica joins forces with Global Empowerment Mission (GEM) and key local agencies to airlift critical supplies and coordinate islandwide preparedness

Kaboom Editors
Oct 281 min read


Drake Joins Vybz Kartel on Stage for His Historic Toronto Debut
The Worl’ Boss made his first-ever performance in one of the most anticipated stops of his Worl’ Boss Tour, kicking off three sold-out shows at Scotiabank Arena under OVO banner. Drake joined him on stage, praising the Jamaican icon, saying, “We were just talking about how much time we've spent with this man’s music right here.”
Akeeile Harris
Oct 272 min read


Sizzla’s Concert Makes Historic Milestone with Sign Language Inclusion
The Jamaica Association for the Deaf partnered with the organizers of Sizzla’s Rise to the Occasion concert to bring Jamaican Sign Language to the stage, marking a groundbreaking step toward inclusivity in entertainment

Kaboom Editors
Oct 262 min read
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