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Vybz Kartel in Album Mode: New Music and Major Collabs on the Way
Vybz Kartel shows no signs of slowing down, teasing new music ahead of his first album since prison
Akeeile Harris
4 hours ago2 min read
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Recording Producer Daddiblue Debuts Macardi’s “Journey,” Pushing Dancehall’s Next Gen
Canadian-based producer Daddiblue plans a series of visuals for his Riddim Journey project, teaming up with Seaview Gardens’ Skelly Dan
Kaboom Editors
23 hours ago1 min read
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Ding Dong Teases Skeng Collaboration Ahead of Upcoming Album
Veteran dancehall entertainer Ding Dong hints at a collaboration with Skeng, with his upcoming album in the works
Kaboom Editors
1 day ago1 min read
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Dexta Daps Kicks Off New Juggling Project with Spiritual Single 'God Got Me'
Dancehall star Dexta Daps explores themes of jealousy and faith in his latest release, "God Got Me"
Kaboom Editors
2 days ago1 min read
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“Access Is Key”: Music Insiders Analyze Dancehall Pioneers’ U.S. Visa Reinstatements
Industry voices like ZJ Sparks and Lloyd Laing weighed in on the impact, highlighting the boost this visa comeback brings to the scene
Akeeile Harris
2 days ago2 min read
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Trelawny-Based Artists T Square Boss and Frass City Go Viral with “DGAF”
T Square Boss and Frass City gain momentum with DGAF, using sharp rhymes and viral slang to pave their way in the scene
Kaboom Editors
3 days ago1 min read
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‘Shake It to the Max Remix’ Hits #1 in Jamaica, Breaks Streaming Records
Moliy's remix featuring Shenseea and Skillibeng becomes most-streamed version on Spotify, climbs to #1 on YouTube
Shaquille Richards
3 days ago1 min read
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Popeye Caution Flaunts Lavish Living in New Single 'Moody'
Dancehall artiste Popeye Caution drops a stylish new single, ‘Moody,’ name-dropping luxury brands like Prada, Louis Vuitton, and more
Kaboom Editors
4 days ago1 min read
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1SkiMask Rebrands as 1Ski OG, Debuts Single 'Feel Like'
Dancehall artiste 1 Ski OG adopts a new name and kicks off his international journey with the release of 'Feel Like'
Kaboom Editors
4 days ago1 min read
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Jada Kingdom Continues Banger-Filled 2025 with Addictive New Single “G.A.D”
Talented singer and songwriter Jada Kingdom keeps the bangers coming with her new track “Girls Are Drugs”
Akeeile Harris
4 days ago2 min read
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Vybz Kartel & Live Nation Announce Freedom Street Weekend in Malta
Vybz Kartel takes Freedom Street global with two shows during a four-day weekend in one of Europe’s hottest dancehall destinations, Malta
Akeeile Harris
6 days ago2 min read
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Buju Banton Makes History as First Reggae Artist to Headline Planet Hollywood Las Vegas
Buju Banton announces two shows on the West Coast, including LA, becoming the first reggae artist to headline at Planet Hollywood Las Vegas
Kaboom Editors
6 days ago1 min read
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The General is Back: Bounty Killer’s U.S. Return Sparks Reactions from Vybz Kartel, & More
Bounty Killer returns to the U.S. after 15 years, sparks massive reactions from the dancehall community, and links up with DJ Khaled
Akeeile Harris
6 days ago1 min read
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Dancehall Legend Bounty Killer's U.S. Visa Reinstated After 15-Year Ban
Dancehall icon Bounty Killer arrives on American soil after 15 years, welcomed by DJ Khaled, and shares gratitude for the development
Jamar Cleary
6 days ago1 min read
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Atlanta-Based Willy Channels Emotions in ‘Echoes of You’ EP
Willy drops his 8-track project, "Echoes of You" EP, delving into themes of heartbreak, distrust, love, friendships, and more
Shaquille Richards
Mar 182 min read
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Red Bull Selector Records an Electrifying Debut in Kingston
Red Bull Selector's debut at ‘D’ Aftermas’ ignites Kingston with high-energy, interactive music as attendees control the night’s direction.
Kaboom Editors
Mar 172 min read
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Aidonia Announces Second 20th Anniversary Celebration at Sabina Park
Aidonia announces a second 20th anniversary show, set for Sabina Park on May 10, with Capleton as the first confirmed act on the lineup
Kaboom Editors
Mar 171 min read
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Popcaan Delivers a Message of Resilience and Gratitude in 'Nothing Without God'
The unruly boss embraces spirituality in faith-filled single produced by Drop Top Records, reflects on success as impossible without God
Kaboom Editors
Mar 161 min read
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Nicki Minaj on Skeng Collab: "Dancehall Has Inspired Me My Whole Career"
As Skeng’s 'Disappear Season' climbs the trending charts, Nicki Minaj reflects on the collaboration: "This collaboration was long overdue"
Shaquille Richards
Mar 152 min read
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Eddy G Bomba Makes Waves Again with Latest Track 'Good Look'
Eddy G Bomba's latest track, "Good Look", produced by NC Daze, has gone viral, climbing trending charts on both iTunes and YouTube
Kaboom Editors
Mar 151 min read
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Agent Sasco and Capleton join Jada Kingdom for St. Mary Kite & Food Festival’s
St. Mary Kite & Food Festival announces the acclaimed deejay as the latest addition to the event slated for April 20
Kaboom Editors
Mar 141 min read
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Walshy Fire to Release His First Book Art of Dancehall
Jamaican-American selector, MC, producer and Major Lazer member Walshy Fire explores dancehall’s artistic legacy in a new book
Kaboom Editors
Mar 132 min read
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Shaneil Muir Announces 6-Track "Echoes of Her" EP, Releasing on April
Dancehall artist Shaneil Muir is set to release "Echoes of Her" EP on April 4, with the lead single "Secured" dropping on March 21
Shaquille Richards
Mar 111 min read
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Jamaican Producer Carterr Leads SoundCloud’s First-Ever Open Riddim Challenge
SoundCloud taps rising Jamaican producer Carterr for Open Riddim Challenge; top submissions will earn official single release by Carterr
Akeeile Harris
Mar 112 min read
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"We're Excited to Host Vybz Kartel's First Concert Outside Jamaica in Over 13 Years"
Promoter Steve Parillon on Vybz Kartel’s first 2025 concert, live-streamed history, Coda collaboration, and sold-out hotels
Akeeile Harris
Mar 103 min read
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Skeng brings Nicki Minaj on his "Disappear Season" collab Feat. Tommy Lee Sparta
Nicki Minaj delivers the intro on Skeng and Tommy Lee Sparta’s third collaboration,"Disappear Season"
Akeeile Harris
Mar 101 min read
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Teejay Set for SummerJam Debut, Davido and Morgan Heritage Also Join 2025 Lineup
Davido, Teejay, and Morgan Heritage join SummerJam 2025 lineup, led by Vybz Kartel, Shenseea, and Beenie Man
Kaboom Editors
Mar 91 min read
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Squash Fires Back at Bloggers in Gritty New Track 'Nah Stop' Featuring Zambie
6iix Boss Squash and his fellow camp artiste Zambie team up for "Nah Stop" amidst his recent challenges
Kaboom Editors
Mar 81 min read
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Alkaline’s New Rules Festival Returns to Jamaica on July 5
Alkaline announces New Rules Festival's return to Jamaica on July 5 at Trelawny Stadium
Shaquille Richards
Mar 71 min read
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Mavado’s Son, Dantay Brooks, Freed After Murder Conviction Overturned
Dantay Brooks, the son of dancehall star Mavado, was freed earlier today after the Court of Appeal overturned his murder conviction
Kaboom Editors
Mar 71 min read
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London Calling: DJ Kryptic Set for UK Return at City Splash 2025
Talented Jamaican selector DJ Kryptic secures a prestigious booking at one of Europe’s premier Caribbean festivals
Kaboom Editors
Mar 72 min read
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Ayetian Rides the Wave: 'Balance' Propel Him to New Heights
Rising dancehall sensation Ayetian builds momentum with Balance Remix featuring Machel Montano & Ne-Yo and a Trinidad Carnival appearance
Shaquille Richards
Mar 61 min read
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Red Bull Selector Brings a Game-Changing DJ Battle to UWI Carnival’s D’ Aftermas
Jamaica’s only college lifestyle brand, Campus Elite has teamed up with Red Bull Jamaica for a revolutionary event, Red Bull Selector
Akeeile Harris
Mar 52 min read
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City Splash Festival Announces Dancehall Superstar Popcaan as 2025 Headliner
The City Splash Festival has announced its second wave of artists for the 2025 edition, with dancehall superstar Popcaan leading the lineup
Kaboom Editors
Mar 51 min read
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Lifeline Entertainment Drives Canada’s Dancehall Scene with Major Artist Bookings
Lifeline Entertainment becomes Canada’s go-to agency for dancehall, with Stalk Ashley, Eddy G, and Kraff set to perform this year
Kaboom Editors
Mar 52 min read
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Konshens, Mr. Vegas, Bay-C, and Charly Black Rock the Epic Carnival Cruise
Dancehall took center stage at the Epic Carnival Cruise over the weekend, featuring J’Ouvert celebrations, and performances by Jamaican acts
Shaquille Richards
Mar 41 min read
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'Shake It to the Max' Remix Ft. Shenseea & Skillibeng Debuts on Billboard Afrobeats Chart
'Shake It to the Max' remix goes viral, enters Billboard Afrobeats chart at #16, with music video filmed in Jamaica
Akeeile Harris
Mar 41 min read
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Sean Paul Teams Up with EDM Star INNA for High-Energy Track ‘Let It Talk To Me’
Following the release of "Push to Start" featuring Tyla, int'l dancehall superstar Sean Paul and EDM star INNA teaming up once again
Kaboom Editors
Mar 42 min read
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TJ Records and Vybz Kartel Assemble Dancehall’s Heavyweights for ‘Str8 Vybz Riddim’
Popcaan, Mavado, and Tommy Lee Sparta join 'Str8 Vybz Riddim' with new-gen frontrunners like Kraff, RajahWild and more
Kaboom Editors
Mar 21 min read
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1stKlase Talks “Balancing” Soca, Dancehall & R&B to Produce Crossover Hits
1stKlase unpacks the art of blending soca, dancehall & R&B in his latest remix with Machel Montano & Ne-Yo on Ayetian's 'Balance'
Shaquille Richards
Mar 12 min read
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Vybz Kartel to Perform First U.S. Show in Over 20 Years at Barclays Center
Vybz Kartel is set to perform in the U.S. on April 11 at Brooklyn’s Barclays Center, marking his first U.S. show in over 20 years
Kaboom Editors
Feb 281 min read
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Upcoming Artiste Mvtic Premieres Intense New Release “Fierce”
Dancehall artiste Mvtic delivers high-energy track with latest release. “My intention was to make a statement in the underground scene"
Kobe K. Bryan
Feb 282 min read
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Stonebwoy Joins Dream Wknd Lineup, Set to Ignite Igloo Stage This Summer
The Ghanaian dancehall star will be headlining Igloo on August 5, joining Jah Vinci, Agent Sasco, and Likkle Addi
Kaboom Editors
Feb 281 min read
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Dancehall Artiste Jay RXK to Drop “LTL” EP, Aims to Establish His Name in the Music Industry
Jay RXK is set to release 8-track “LTL” EP on Saturday, featuring Ai Milly collab “Where Would We Go” and lead track “Punta Cana”
Akeeile Harris
Feb 282 min read
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Vybz Kartel’s Rum Expands Across the Caribbean with Launches in Guyana & Barbados
The Worl' Boss continues his busy run in 2025 with back-to-back Str8 Vybz Rum launches in Guyana and Barbados over the weekend
Akeeile Harris
Feb 281 min read
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Pablo YG Set to Release Debut Album "Key to the Century" This Year
With the release of the lead track "Celebration" featuring Jahvillani, dancehall's Bad Juvi gears up to drop his debut album, following the
Akeeile Harris
Feb 261 min read
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15-Year-Old Lyriii Went Viral with His Debut Release "Respect"
The schoolboy from Ochi went viral on TikTok with his recording on Countree Hype's Fast and Furious Riddim
Akeeile Harris
Feb 251 min read
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Vybz Kartel, Busta Rhymes & Akon’s ‘Crazy’ Earns Spot on Billboard’s R&B/Hip-Hop Fresh Picks
"Kartel has been on a mission to drop the best music possible," Billboard wrote while selecting the song their monthly Fresh Picks list
Kaboom Editors
Feb 251 min read
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Masicka to Release His Third Studio Album This Year
Dancehall star Masicka’s third album on the horizon; sources promise new sounds. ‘Whites’ remix featuring French Montana dropping soon
Akeeile Harris
Feb 241 min read
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Vybz Kartel Hops on "Crazy" Featuring Busta Rhymes and Akon
Dancehall giant Vybz Kartel joins forces with American rappers Busta Rhymes and Akon on a new track. Kartel shares a close bond with Rhymes
Akeeile Harris
Feb 221 min read
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