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Vybz Kartel and Mavado to Headline Reggae Sumfest 2026 in Gaza vs Gully Showdown
The former rivals will share the stage in Jamaica after almost 20 years, as the dancehall giants reunite at Plantation Cove in St Ann. Reggae Sumfest announced the news on Friday

Kaboom Editors
Mar 72 min read


Popcaan to Headline Sun Splash Festival; Tommy Lee Sparta Set for Debut
The Unruly Boss set to grace one of Europe’s major festivals, while Tommy Lee Sparta and 450 are set to make their debuts. Lila Iké, Christopher Martin and more also join the lineup
Akeeile Harris
Mar 62 min read


Courvoisier Hosts Exclusive Masterclass for Kingston’s Hospitality Leaders
Global Chief Blender Thibaut Hontanx leads an immersive tasting experience exploring the heritage, craft, and flavor profiles of the iconic cognac house

Kaboom Editors
Mar 62 min read


Protoje Revives Lost In Time with Historic Two-Day Staging of Elite Reggae
Protoje’s flagship Lost In Time centers Chronixx’s return, welcomes Marley royalty and surprise cameos including Koffee and Armanii, cementing its place among Jamaica’s premier reggae festivals L-R: Lila Ike, Protoje, Damian Marley & Koffee on stage (Photos: Jamar Cleary, Cavagaughn Edwards) After a year-long hiatus, reggae superstar Protoje revived his signature Lost In Time Festival, with the third annual staging expanding into a two-day event at Kingston’s Hope Gardens on

Kaboom Editors
Mar 22 min read


Gaza vs Gully Rivalry Heads to Historic Freedom Street Staging in Malta
The defining clash between Vybz Kartel and Mavado takes center stage in Europe for the first time under Kartel’s Freedom Street Festival from September 11–13, promising two giants on the same stage

Kaboom Editors
Feb 222 min read


Machel Montano Announces ‘Live at Central Park’ After 12th Road March Win
After winning his historic 12th Road March crown at Trinidad Carnival, soca icon Machel Montano, backed by his current viral hit “Encore.” is set to return to Central Park on August

Kaboom Editors
Feb 212 min read


Valiant Concludes North American Tour with Sold-Out Grand Finale in New York
Dancehall superstar Valiant wrapped his Passenger Princess Deluxe Valentine’s Edition with sold-out shows in Montreal and Toronto, before closing in front of 3,000 fans in New York. The run adds to the journey that began in October 2025 and continues as he expands his sound with a new R&B-infused release produced by Daseca
Akeeile Harris
Feb 182 min read


Reggae Land Expands to 3-Day Festival as Burna Boy and Masicka Announced
The UK’s biggest reggae festival, Reggae Land, has announced the addition of a third day for its upcoming staging, with Friday set to be headlined by the African Giant Burna Boy alongside dancehall superstar Masicka, Christopher Martin and Grammy-winning artiste Julian Marley

Kaboom Editors
Feb 162 min read


Reggae Land Sells Out 100,000 Tickets in Six Hours Following Massive Lineup Reveal
After announcing a major lineup featuring Vybz Kartel, Beenie Man, Shenseea, Shaggy and more, the two-day event sold out all 100,000 tickets in a record six hours

Kaboom Editors
Feb 31 min read


Chronixx, Protoje, and Lila Iké to Headline Lost In Time Festival Return
Reggae heavyweight Protoje has announced the lineup for the return of his Lost In Time Festival, set for a two-day staging on February 28 and March 1, highlighted by the long-awaited return of Chronixx to the Jamaican stage after eight years

Kaboom Editors
Jan 281 min read
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