Kaboom Exclusives

Exclusive: JaBA President Paulton Gordon talks NBA buzz and Jamaica’s basketball ambitions, as he outlines the strategy, addresses infrastructure gaps, and highlights ongoing efforts to bring professional basketball to Jamaica

Exclusive: Vybz Kartel’s official DJ, ZJ Chrome, reflects on memorable moments, iconic riddims, and his unbreakable chemistry with the Worl' Boss. “The chemistry never left. Since his release, that connection has only gotten stronger,” says Chrome.

International DJ Ricky Platinum shares his journey from his start with Platinum Sound to working with Downsound Entertainment and Vybz Kartel, who shares his last name. “Every show I’ve done with Vybz Kartel just keeps getting bigger and better. The moral of the story: every memory made on a Vybz Kartel show is everlasting,” he said

Exclusive interview: Multi-genre artist and son of dancehall general Bounty Killer, Major Myjah, talks legacy, crafting his own sound, sharing the stage with Kartel and Masicka (“Those moments charged mi up”), and building his own kingdom: “Mi nah just aim fi hits, we can be ourselves. Stone by stone, song by song.”

With its intentional format, all-woman leadership, and unique approach to live performances, the Soundcheck series marks one year of redefining the event experience in Kingston. Reflecting on the journey, lead organizer Carleene Samuels shared, “We wanted to give artists a stage that wasn’t just about performance, but many more.”

Exclusive: Hitmaker Nathaneal “Nvtzz” Brown shares the story behind the “Tip” remixes with Skillibeng and Shenseea, Ayetian’s rise (“From the moment I heard him, I knew he had something different”), and how TrapMilli is driving dancehall’s next era. “Expect more moments that push the culture forward,” he said.

Exclusive: Streetz Festival Director Chad Williams talks Popcaan’s upcoming concert, headliner selection, and overseas expansion plans. “It’s an incredible feeling. We’re delivering an unforgettable experience, but there’s a responsibility,” he shared

Dancehall megastar, Vybz Kartel is set to make history as the first dancehall artist to sell out London’s O2 Arena, one of the world’s most prestigious venues, with back-to-back shows in September; Kartel will be crowned “King of the Dancehall” at Reggae Sumfest 2025

Courvoisier deepens dancehall ties following Aidonia's milestone sponsorship. Dominic Bell, communications manager at J. Wray & Nephew Limited, shared: “Consumers deserve meaningful experiences, and Courvoisier’s ongoing vision is to continue creating, supporting, and collaborating in exceptional moments.”

Following the historic Freedom Street production, Downsound Entertainment’s Karla Jankee opens up about Global Fête and Vybz Kartel’s highly anticipated return to Sumfest 2025: “We’re going full throttle,” she said, while promising even more surprises—“The best moments are the ones we don’t tell you about.”