Dancehall

The Vendetta boss pairs new music to kick off the rollout of his forthcoming Winter Album, alongside upcoming headline appearances in Brooklyn at Barclays Center and beyond

American-based dancehall artiste responds to backlash over ‘Makarena,’ turning criticism into creativity with her latest release, "Firm"

The rising Jamaican talent blends classic riddims with a fresh, youthful delivery on his second studio album, featuring collaborations with Sean Paul, Ky-Mani Marley, Nigy Boy, and Wayne Wonder

The Worl’ Boss reaches 50, We dive into Vybz Kartel’s music by category, highlighting the songs that defined his legacy. from global anthems like “Fever” and “Clarks,” to seductive classics such as “Romping Shop,” and onward to records rooted in reality, money, faith, and uncompromising lyrical dominance

Fiwi Campus kicks off 2026 with the first staging of ‘GEN NOW,’ featuring Trinidadian artist Twin Sanity."Spotlighting him now aligns with our commitment to supporting artists before the breakthrough, not after", said Javaugh Bell from the team

Producer Matthew “Mappy” Wilson Celebrates Birthday, Elated After Working With the World Boss: “A Huge Boost of Motivation for Me Personally”

The Jamaican dancehall icon extends his record as the most-certified Jamaican artiste in the United Kingdom, with the certification recognizing over 600,000 units

With his debut album entering the top 10 on the Billboard chart, Audiomack crowning him the Caribbean’s most-streamed artist, and a 2026 world tour on the horizon, Armanii closes 2025 with impact

After a landmark year of international touring and crossover success, the selector returns to Port of Spain for his homecoming birthday celebration.

Nhance continues to maintain steady growth and momentum, while Tielo Lanez is well worth a listen as his presence expands. Feloni19 has the streets on lock, and Mugs is steadily evolving overseas. a new wave of artistes to watch in the year ahead

Dancehall icon surpasses 133 million YouTube views in 2025, adding to an extraordinary year of achievements, led by “God Is the Greatest” with over 31.8 million views and continued momentum from iconic visuals across his extensive catalog.

Dancehall artiste Armanii leads the charge with his viral hit “8:00 PM” featuring Malie Donn, which has topped charts across various countries in the region. Valiant’s “Passenger Princess” and Vybz Kartel’s “God Is The Greatest” dominate the local Jamaica charts.

The Kingstonian deejay delivers his first full body of work, a 16-track project packed with surprise collaborations, including Tarrus Riley and Jah Cure, debuting at #4 on the iTunes Reggae Chart.

“Shake It to the Max” leads the pack as Vybz Kartel Kartel, Valiant, Masicka, Malie Donn, and Armanii secure their spots — here are the numbers

The Jamaican star steps into the new year with a genre-blending project powered by standout 2025 singles, global momentum, and production contributions from Di Genius.

The video remains Popcaan’s most-viewed release from his sophomore Forever album, with “Family,” “Firm and Strong,” and the Davido collab “Risky” also nearing major milestones. The Unruly Boss hints that his long-awaited U.S. visa may finally be loading

A historic run of sold-out arenas - Barclays, the O2, Paris, Toronto, Sumfest, to name a few, undeniable global demand, and a coronation as the new King of Dancehall all proved that his dominance is stronger than ever.

From Kartel’s historic return that pushed the entire genre, to Masicka cementing his status and Bounty Killer’s overseas resurgence, along with breakout global wins, dancehall regained momentum and reshaped its trajectory

Fast-rising dancehall star, armed with multiple viral singles, the deejay cements his place among the new-generation leaders. He has now officially surpassed 200 million total YouTube views - all the details are here.

The emerging dancehall artiste blends tenderness and street-rooted storytelling, following the success of “Bury Mi Heart” and “Chatty Chatty.

DJ Mac kicked things off with a massive project and shook up the place with WYFL, Rvssian dominated with numbers and delivered the gifted Story Book, and CjTheChemist scored street-smart success with NY Girls. Here we go

Recording artiste Marcelle Chérie drops a 3-track project, blending island-party spirit with Afro-dancehall energy while celebrating her musical confidence

Jamaican superstar appears on “We Are Different” with Jason Derulo and Diamond Platnumz as she continues expanding her global footprint with upcoming shows in Rwanda

Dancehall newcomer Karmaa drops “Dem Nuh Bad,” reflects on time around Prince Swanny, blends traphall while declaring “Dancehall is my life,” and sets bold plans for the future

Skippa ruled the charts and the streets, while Ayetian and Armanii added their own unique tone. SamDam couldn’t be overlooked, and Tielo Lanez and KKrytical stayed locked in. Meet the artistes reshaping the future

Summerjam 2026 unveils its first wave of performers, featuring a dancehall hitmaker set for his debut appearance. Reggae star Koffee returns to the stage for the first time since 2019

The Grammy-nominated producer speaks on Popcaan’s legacy, reflects on Kartel’s impact (“my career was really born with him trusting me” ), introduces Kingston’s next talent Cholita, and breaks down his growing influence across Afrobeats

Dancehall star Masicka showcases his romantic side on a new 8-track project via Def Jam Recordings, featuring standout tracks “Keys,” “Rich Sex,” and a collaboration with American rapper Lola Brooke

Shenseea achieved her seventh track to surpass 50 million streams as her 2019 single “Foreplay” crosses the 50 million mark on Spotify

After viral hits and overseas debuts, fast-rising dancehall star Ayetian adds another standout moment to his breakout year, teaming up with Nigerian Afrobeats star Ruger on a crossover banger

The “DunceMan” Jamal has dropped the visuals for his latest banger, which has surpassed 200,000 views in just three days.

New Orleans Jazz Fest 2026 announces a tribute to Jamaican culture, transforming its Cultural Exchange Pavilion into a ‘One Love Jamaica’ experience

Mr. Eazi teams up with Dre Skull and Cadenza for “Dance Pon Me,” the first single from forthcoming mixpak mixt

The fast-rising dancehall star Armanii delivers his debut full body of work, blending rich lyricism, surprise reggae moments, and smooth cuts that treat the ladies without losing edge

Chronic Law’s highly anticipated return to Toronto has been pushed back to 2026 due to safety concerns stemming from overwhelming ticket demand, as promoters announce his first-ever 3-city Canadian tour.

Dancehall superstar Popcaan leads a new high-energy collaboration, as four distinct styles collide on the release produced by his nephew Joel Engineer and Disaster Music.

Moliy’s viral remix featuring Shenseea and Skillibeng secures major placements across Billboard, Complex, and TikTok’s 2025 year-end lists.

The producer previews the fresh project with tracks from Vybz Kartel, IWaata, and more, while dismissing speculation that Kartel’s song is connected to the Masicka–Tommy Lee clash

Exclusive: The rising Kingstonian talent blends R&B with local genres, earning early acclaim through collaborations with Skillibeng, guidance from Dre Skull, and global playlist rotation - including H&M’s worldwide playlist.

Caymanian producer Nicholas Wilson spotlights rising regional talent, including Bandit 7Teen, Nervz, Flamzz, and Leah GC—on his new project, saying, “OMFG is about showing how rich our Caribbean talent really is.”

The dancehall star teams up with top U.S. promoter CJ Milan under her Reggae Fest brand, with the event slated for Barclays Center on Saturday, March 21

Producer Trouble Mekka marks a creative shift as Skeng’s “Ketch E Dip” surpasses 500K views, with Tommy Lee, Ayetian and more joining the Big Energy riddim next

Dancehall and reggae icons are set to headline the December 16 benefit concert, powered by Caribbean media platform LargeUp in partnership with the Brooklyn Bowl.

The singer reveals the 15-track tracklist for his debut under UnitedMasters, slated for December 12. The project includes viral singles like “BBB (Snapchat)” and “8PM,” emotional storytelling on “Champion,” and collaborations with Jada Kingdom and Bay Swag

The Canadian-Jamaican deejay channels the power of positive thinking into his first official release, offering hope and inspiration for listeners worldwide

Billboard’s monthly Fresh Picks place Popcaan, Kartel, Shaggy, Armanii, Cholita and more among a playlist capturing the island’s resilience post-Melissa

dancehall artiste RajahwWild drops 5-track ep, paving the way for his debut album pushed to next year, featuring a collab with Bronx rapper Bay Swag

The British-Jamaican artiste speaks exclusively with Kaboom Magazine about joining the popular electronic group, the making of GYALGEBRA, her whirlwind Jamaica trip, her charismatic attitude, and her dream collaboration with Shenseea. “I can see that happening.”

Dancehall star Masicka announces his next project, set to release on Dec. 19 via Def Jam and led by “Keys,” while pushing back his next album to 2026.

With 9 tracks in Jamaica’s Top 25 Apple Music chart and undeniable street airplay, the fast-rising new-gen star turns November into his biggest statement yet.