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Kaboom Exclusives


Exclusive: Brownland Talks ‘Donkey Call’ Creative Vision and Oscar-Winning Dreams
The filmmaker behind several of Ayetian’s standout visuals dives into his creative process, bringing authentic Jamaican storytelling to life on recent hit “Donkey Call,” while promising fresh creativity on “JAMPACK” and ambitions beyond music videos.
Akeeile Harris
2 days ago3 min read


Review: Vybz Kartel’s Most Complete Post-Prison Body of Work on God and Time
At 50 years old, while having already achieved almost everything possible in dancehall, the phenomenon delivers one of his most focused and complete projects in years. From the song selection and sequencing to the production choices and overall structure, God and Time feels intentional, polished, and crafted with purpose
Akeeile Harris
2 days ago3 min read


Interview: Eva Evans on Funny AF, Kevin Hart & Turning Pain Into Punchlines
She broke out in hives during the roast, spent two years as the only female comedian inside Rikers Island, and earned Kevin Hart’s praise on Netflix’s Funny AF - but Eva Evans says she’s always known exactly who she is
Jamar Cleary
May 254 min read


Exclusive: 10 Years of Reggae Sumfest Under the Helm of DownSound Ent.
With DownSound Entertainment celebrating 10 years at the helm of Reggae Sumfest ahead of this year’s staging, dubbed “A Taste of Reggae Sumfest,” we take a deeper look into the story behind the evolution and rise of a new Reggae Sumfest era in our exclusive digital magazine edition

Kaboom Editors
May 232 min read


One Beat at a Time: D Howell Talks Independence, Identity and Global Ambitions
D Howell discusses merging cultures, working with Charly Black, upcoming World Cup-themed release, and building a global sound that connects cultures
Jamar Cleary
May 235 min read


Exclusive: Kheilstone Secures UnitedMasters Partnership with Newly Label Imprint
Grammy-nominated Jamaican producer Kheilstone’s newly launched imprint, Audovic Nation (AVN), has partnered with UnitedMasters for exclusive distribution. “I Didn’t Want the Typical Distro Situation,” the producer shared

Kaboom Editors
May 231 min read


Review: Shaggy Bets on Hybridity with Genre-Blending Album Lottery
The Grammy-winning reggae icon blends dancehall, reggae, pop, and R&B alongside Aidonia, Akon, Robin Thicke, Beres Hammond, Dexta Daps, and more on a project rooted in longevity and Jamaican culture
Akeeile Harris
May 162 min read


With Support from Popcaan: Kunjunia Carves His Lane with “Afrohall” Sound
Ghanaian dancehall artist blends local sounds with dancehall influence while carving his own lane. “The melodies were what first caught my attention, then the way they tell stories,” he shared

Shaquille Richards
May 32 min read


‘The Art of Acceptance’ Could Be Protoje’s Most Complete Project to Date
A tightly structured 13-track project, blending concise, deliberate execution with sharp production, layered themes, and versatility across reggae, dancehall, jazz, and more
Akeeile Harris
Apr 232 min read


Gacha Medz Talks Alkaline, Energy and Bridging Japan-Jamaica Through Dancehall
Exclusive: Japanese dancehall producer Gacha Medz talks Alkaline’s NPT, working with top producers and bridging cultures

Shaquille Richards
Mar 314 min read
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