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Cardi B cancels her highly anticipated Jamaica appearance just days before the festival, as first reported by Billboard following confirmation from her representatives. No official reason was given, while disappointed fans are demanding full refunds

Reggae and dancehall heavyweights including Buju Banton, Beenie Man, Shaggy, Protoje and Alkaline, alongside new-generation acts such as Ai Milly, are also among those with projects in consideration. The nominations will be announced on November 16

Veteran musician Nadine Sutherland is set to receive the Key to the City of Tamarac, Florida, on Saturday, October 10, in recognition of her outstanding contribution to Jamaican music and lasting cultural impact

Masicka will headline his first festival in Portmore on December 19, with Caymanas Park ready to host the major event. “Caymanas Park is proud to be the place that welcomes him,” said Solomon Sharpe, executive chairman of SVREL

The “Strongest Soldier” singer announces a UK show for March 2027 while celebrating his YouTube channel surpassing 500 million views

Dancehall heavyweight Busy Signal serves as the official ambassador for the new pay-as-you-go streaming platform, which gives rights holders 80 per cent of the revenue generated from their music

The dancehall artiste connects with established producer Week.day for a melodic new release blending dancehall and R&B influences. “This song was easy to cook up,” he says

The Queen of Dancehall Spice’s smash hit with Shaggy and Sean Paul has now surpassed 400 million YouTube views, alongside more than 474 million Spotify streams

The Grammy-winning Jamaican star teams up with popular creator Sommer Ray on the energetic new track, while announcing three shows in South Africa this December

The UK producer draws on his time in Kingston and love of British club culture for the energetic remix. “It’s a meeting point between what I love about Jamaica and the sound I’ve grown up around,” Wizzy says

From releasing his debut album The Golden Child to selling out Indigo at The O2 and dominating Apple Music Jamaica, Malie Donn delivered another statement month in his rapid rise

VAYU LIMITED will commit US$100,000 over the first two years as the partnership targets technology, football, commercial and community development

The veteran singer partners with Donsome Records as he looks to expand his international touring presence. “We respect his legacy, and we have a clear plan for what comes next,” says Donsome Records founder Adrian “Donsome” Hanson

The former Portmore Empire artiste kicks off Kingston producer Demone “Guxxie” Gustavus’ First Watch riddim. “We put in the work on this riddim and we have a lot more music ready to go,” Guxxie said

The sons of dancehall veteran Mr. Lexx continue carving their own lane across dancehall, reggae and hip-hop

The dancehall giant is set to release another full-length project on December 18, with sources telling Kaboom Magazine it is expected to feature around 16 tracks

The Afropop star teams up with MOLIY for a vibrant blend of Afrobeats, dancehall and R&B influences, generating major buzz ahead of its release

The Portmore native returns home for his first headline show in the city, promising “big performances, surprises and energy from start to finish.”

Tommy Lee Sparta brings his “Uncle Demon” persona to an intimate Halloween experience backed by Ruff Cut Band. “Tommy Lee was really the inspiration for this. He loved the idea,” promoter Theon Davy shared.

Acropolis Gaming Lounge crowned Oliver Chang the grand prize winner of its Summer Heatwave promotion. “It’s the biggest promotion we have ever done at Acropolis,” said SVL’s Dwayne Tulloch

Shenseea returns to the Afro Nation stage for a fourth appearance, while Valiant prepares to make his festival debut

The dancehall star will bring New Rules back to OVO Arena Wembley on March 26, 2027, following a packed UK staging in 2025 and the festival’s continued international expansion across Jamaica, Canada, the United States and the UK

The dancehall newcomer, who recalls recording his first song at 14, is looking beyond the charts as he continues his rise with “Ghetto Boy” alongside Feloni19. “The dream big, but the work bigger,” Wynta says

The 1977 classic surpasses 600,000 units in the UK, adding another international certification after previously earning 3× Platinum status in New Zealand

The American Friends of Jamaica (AFJ) will honour Sandals Resorts Executive Chairman Adam Stewart and Emmy Award-winning actress Sheryl Lee Ralph at its 2026 Hummingbird Gala in New York City on October 16, with reggae icon Sister Nancy set to deliver a special performance during the evening

The Jamaican superstar adds another major milestone just days before turning 30, with the numbers reflecting her growing footprint across local and global markets

The pioneering Jamaican deejay died on Monday following a lengthy battle with health issues, leaving behind a legacy spanning dancehall, gospel and more than four decades in music

The four Jamaican acts bring added dancehall firepower to a star-studded lineup featuring Cardi B, Keyshia Cole and host Spice

The legendary “Calypso King of the World,” born in Grenada and raised in Trinidad and Tobago, leaves behind a monumental legacy spanning more than seven decades after passing away following a brief illness

Across 11 tracks, the son of Montego Bay puts his range on full display, making “Paper Chaser” a clear statement of ambition, versatility, and hunger

The Jamaican artistes channel the daily fight, street struggles and unwavering faith into the new song, while each showcasing their distinctive talents

The Jamaican-Canadian veteran returns with his first album in over a decade, bringing together Buju Banton, Idris Elba, Konshens, T-Pain, Black Thought and more, while “feeling like a brand new artist.”

The Italian-American singer embraces Jamaica’s reggae gospel sound on a 15-track project featuring Prodigal Son, Papa San and Shepperd

The dancehall producer returns with a reflective 13-track project featuring some of the genre’s biggest names, including Beenie Man, Tommy Lee Sparta, Valiant, Malie Donn and Squash, slated for release on October 2

The Jamaican artiste channels “good intentions, good energy, good vibes” into an 13-track capsule mixtape ahead of his next album

Presented in partnership with ONErpm, the new platform will launch in October, spotlighting the artists, sounds and communities shaping Jamaica’s contemporary music culture

Stoppage-time goal from Renaldo Cephas seals the win for the Reggae Boyz in their Concacaf Nations League opening match

The Jamaican dancehall artiste marks another major digital milestone after officially surpassing 900 million Spotify streams, led by crossover hits including “Nobody Has to Know,” “We Can” and more

Made up of Diamond Uncut and Nubian Rose, the rising duo blends singing and rapping as Lifeline looks to expand their reach and secure new opportunities

The Jamaican artiste and filmmaker embraces AI as part of his one-man creative process, producing six tracks and six cinematic visuals for his upcoming album The Psychic Realm, due October 10

The Jamaican dancehall artiste is set to release his debut album on September 25 via Against Da Grain/Epic Records, featuring contributions from Darren Sortie, Romieikon and Fito Blanko

Three Kingston creatives bring different perspectives on love to a reggae-rooted collaboration built together in the same room

City Splash unveils its first wave of names for 2027, led by Damian “Jr. Gong” Marley in what organisers describe as a “landmark booking,” alongside Skillibeng, Dexta Daps, Stefflon Don, Wayne Wonder, and more

The Dancehall hitmaker collects his second consecutive Male Dancehall Artist of the Year award following a major run that included a sold-out North American tour. “Another step on my journey,” he shared exclusively with Kaboom Magazine

The Jamaican superstar won Female Dancehall Artist of the Year and two awards for “Shake It to the Max (Fly)” remix, as she prepares to release her fourth solo single of 2026.

Valiant takes Male Dancehall Artist of the Year, while Buju Banton, Lila Iké, Chronixx, Masicka and Prince Swanny are among the major Dancehall and Reggae winners in Trinidad & Tobago

The 12-time Grammy-nominated American rapper tells DJ Firestarr that Dancehall has shaped his sound and influenced music across genres, including hip-hop. “Dancehall has Changed the Sound of All Music,” he added.

The $3 billion deal will create a joint venture combining Sandals and Beaches’ Caribbean resort portfolio with Royal Caribbean’s global cruise and vacation operations, with Adam Stewart retaining a leadership role in the new venture

The Clarendon-born deejay keeps his 2026 momentum rolling as “Burnin,” featured on Kitt Boss Records’ Push Weight Riddim, surpasses 222,000 views and makes its mark on the trending charts

The Grammy-nominated R&B icon brings her timeless hits to Jamaica, joining Cardi B for her first-ever Caribbean stadium concert at Independence Park