Kaboom Exclusives

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

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

From “Loodi” and the birth of the ShenYeng movement to Grammy recognition, global collaborations and billion-stream milestones, Kaboom looks back at 30 moments that shaped the Jamaican superstar’s journey

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 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

“BbY WOW,” which samples the iconic “Coolie Dance Riddim,” gives the classic beat another major global moment. “This beat was different,” Burrell reflects on its enduring impact

More than two decades after their legendary rivalry shaped a generation of dancehall, Kartel and Mavado brought Gaza vs Gully overseas for the first time, drawing approximately 20,000 fans to The O2

Exclusive: The veteran Jamaican producer reflects on working with Buju Banton, calls Shenseea “the biggest standout star of this era,” praises dancehall’s new direction and reveals his renewed passion for DJing

Exclusive: The St. Mary native talent is becoming one of the names to watch in 2026, with growing streaming success and “Bread” reaching a wider audience. “My music will always find that balance because I live them myself,” he says

Exclusive: The Jamaican hitmaking producer breaks down the role of marketing, investment and streaming, while pointing to “Hit & Run,” Sizzla, Bob Marley and more to explain why Billboard is only one piece of the crossover picture