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Jesse Royal to Launch Inaugural High Life Festival in Kingston, Featuring Big Youth
Veteran reggae artist Big Youth announced for Jesse Royal's first High Life Festival, slated for Kingston on April 19
Kaboom Editors
23 minutes ago1 min read
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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
1 hour ago2 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
23 hours 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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Ackera Nugent Wins Bronze in 60m Hurdles at World Indoor Chams
Jamaican sprinter Ackera Nugent secured the bronze medal in the 60m hurdles final at the World Indoor Championships, clocking 7.74 seconds
Kaboom Editors
2 days ago1 min read
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Shaggy and Lila Iké to Headline Issa Trust Foundation Concert on May 17
Grammy winner Shaggy and reggae star Lila Iké will headline the 20th anniversary of the annual “For The Children” charity event on May 17
Kaboom Editors
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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Dedicated to Dancehall’s New Gen: WAV Music Fest Lands at UBS Arena
WAV Music Fest brings new concept to New York, featuring acts like Chronic Law, Kraff, Skeng, wit Spice, Dexta Daps and Kranium
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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Leon Bailey on Raheem Sterling: “He’s Like a Big Brother to Me”
A Jamaican brotherhood beyond the Premier League: Reggae Boyz Leon Bailey discusses his close bond with Raheem Sterling
Kaboom Editors
5 days ago2 min read
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Boston Celtics Sold for Record-Breaking $6.1 Billion, Largest Deal in U.S. Sports History
Boston Celtics have been sold to businessman Bill Chisholm for a record $6.1 billion, the largest deal in North American sports
Kaboom Editors
5 days ago1 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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‘Love Again’: Tarrus Riley and Di Genius Deliver a Powerful Message on Stirring Single
Multi-award-winning reggae singer Tarrus Riley joins forces with top producer Di Genius for a heartfelt new single
Kaboom Editors
7 days ago2 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
7 days ago2 min read
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Jesse Royal Heads to Brazil for Five-Show Tour Ahead of High Life Festival
Reggae singer Jesse Royal is set to fly out to Brazil next week for a 5-show tour before hosting his High Life Festival in Kingston
Kaboom Editors
Mar 181 min read
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Michail Antonio Reflects on Devastating Car Crash: "I’m Lucky to Be Alive"
West Ham’s all-time top Premier League scorer provides an update on his progress since his car accident: "I’ll be back on the pitch"
Kaboom Editors
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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Nailah Blackman Announces Forthcoming Album ‘Born A Diamond (B.A.D.)’
Soca star Nailah Blackman to drop second album ‘Born A Diamond (B.A.D.)’ later this year with collaborations from Shenseea and Sadboi
Akeeile Harris
Mar 152 min read
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Leon Bailey Wellness Lounge Officially Unveiled at Bellevue Hospital
Reggae Boyz winger Leon Bailey was honored by Bellevue Hospital, which named its newly opened family room after the Jamaican football star
Kaboom Editors
Mar 141 min read
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Nine Local Players for Reggae Boyz Gold Cup Prelims Squad; No Greenwood Yet
Steve McClaren names Reggae Boyz squad for Gold Cup prelims, including nine local players led by Bailey, Gray, Blake, and Nicholson.
Kobe K. Bryan
Mar 142 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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Messi and Suárez Score as Inter Miami Secure 2-0 Win Over Cavalier
Luis Suárez's successful penalty kick and Leo Messi on extra time secured Inter Miami's 2-0 victory (4-0 aggregate) over Jamaica's Cavalier
Kobe K. Bryan
Mar 141 min read
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Sterling Becomes First English Player to Be Directly Involved in UCL Goals for Four Different Clubs
Sterling delivers two assists for Arsenal, becoming the first English player to be directly involved in UCL goals for four different clubs
Kaboom Editors
Mar 131 min read
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Minutes Managed: Messi’s Playing Time Limited Ahead of Argentina Fixtures
With Argentina's matches a priority, Messi's minutes are being carefully managed at this stage of the season
Kobe K. Bryan
Mar 132 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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Reggae and Dancehall Royalty Honor Jo Mersa Marley’s Legacy in Sold-Out Celebration
Jo Mersa Marley’s celebration electrified fans, with Chronixx’s surprise appearance stealing the show
Kaboom Editors
Mar 122 min read
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Messi Will Travel with Inter Miami To Jamaica For Clash Against Cavaliers
Lionel Messi will travel with Inter Miami for Thursday’s Concacaf Champions Cup clash against Cavalier in Kingston
Kaboom Editors
Mar 121 min read
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Legendary Reggae Artist Cocoa Tea Has Passed Away at 65
The legendary Jamaican reggae singer, Colvin "Cocoa Tea" Scott, passed away on March 11, 2025, at the age of 65 at a hospital in Florida
Kaboom Editors
Mar 111 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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Reggae Star Protoje to Embark on Global Tour, Drops ‘Big 45’
Protoje set for another busy year, starting on Sunday in Australia. Ahead of the world tour, he celebrates soundsystem culture with ‘BIG 45‘
Kaboom Editors
Mar 82 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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Inter Miami Defeats Cavalier FC 2-0 in Champions Cup without Messi
With Messi sidelined, Allende and Suárez secured Inter Miami's lead over Cavalier FC in the Concacaf Champions Cup Round of 16 first leg
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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