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Tracy Chapman’s “Fast Car” Surpasses 1 Billion Streams on Spotify

Tracy Chapman’s timeless classic “Fast Car” has reached an incredible milestone, surpassing 1 billion streams on Spotify. The achievement was reached in January 17, 2025 nearly 37 years ago after it was

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17/01/2025

Buju Banton on Drink Champs with N.O.R.E and DJ EFN

Reggae Has Higher Percentage Of Gen-Z Listenership In The U.S. Than Afrobeats

Reggae accounted for about 19% of monthly listenership among Gen Z and 30%

Kendrick Lamar, Drake- image by Associated Press

Luminate 2024 Year-End Report: Hip Hop On Demand Streams Share Decrease In The U.S.

In 2024, there was an average of 99,000 new songs delivered to

TikTok Denies Bloomberg Report of Potential Sale to Elon Musk as January 19 U.S. Ban Nears

TikTok has refuted a Bloomberg report suggesting that Chinese officials are considering

Beyoncé’s Publicist Yvette Noel-Schure Visits and Inspires Arts Management Students at Edna Manley College

On Monday, January 13, 2024, renowned publicist Yvette Noel-Schure visited the Edna

Donovan Watkis, Global Head Of Music at World Music Views, Rebel Salute

World Music Views Partners with CODA Network to Bring You Rebel Salute 2025 Live Stream

Los Angeles, CA — January 12, 2025 World Music Views, has joined

Seanizzle Sets Sights on Solo Stardom, Reflects on Iconic Career

Producer Seanizzle is poised to elevate his solo career to the heights

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Recording Academy CEO Harvey Mason Jr. speaks on stage during the 63rd Annual Grammy Awards’ untelevised Premiere Ceremony on March 14, 2021.

Pressure Mounts for Grammy Ceremony Cancellation in Los Angeles: “It Would Be Tone-Deaf to Celebrate”

Grammys 2025

13/01/2025

As Los Angeles reels from devastating wildfires, the Recording Academy faces mounting pressure to cancel the 67th annual Grammy Awards. Despite the catastrophic impact

Millions of Filipino Catholics Participate in Black Nazarene Procession in Manila

News

10/01/2025

Millions of Filipino Catholics filled the streets of Manila on Thursday for the annual procession of the Black Nazarene, one of the world’s largest

Busy Signal Denied Canadian Visa, Calls It “An Injustice”

News

10/01/2025

Jamaican dancehall artist Busy Signal has issued an emotional statement addressing his Canadian fans and expressing frustration after his visa application was denied by

“Baby Boy” by Beyoncé Featuring Sean Paul Among Billboard’s Top Hot 100 Songs of the 21st Century

News

10/01/2025

“Baby Boy,” by Beyoncé featuring Sean Paul, ranks at No. 96 on the Top Hot 100 Songs of the 21st Century, making it the

“Hot Shot” by Shaggy Officially Ranked Biggest Album By A Caribbean Act On The Billboard 200 Of The 21st Century

News

10/01/2025

Shaggy’s Hot Shot, his career-defining fifth studio album, holds a prestigious spot as the 61st greatest album on Billboard’s Top 200 Albums of the 21st Century.

Recording Academy and MusiCares Pledge $1 Million to Support Music Professionals Affected by L.A. Wildfires

News

09/01/2025

As the Los Angeles wildfires continue to devastate communities, the Recording Academy and MusiCares have launched the Los Angeles Fire Relief Effort, pledging $1

Harbor Studios Where Nicki Minaj Recorded “Pink Friday 2” Burned Down In Los Angeles Wildfires

News

08/01/2025

Harbor Studios, a cherished recording space in Los Angeles, has been lost to the Palisades Fire. Known for its rich history and its role

Steely and Clevie Estate Fighting To Keep Their Lawyer In Dancehall vs Reggaeton Case

Reggaeton vs Dancehall Court Case

08/01/2025

Dancehall producer Cleveland Constantine Browne, known as Clevie, and his co-plaintiffs are fighting back against a motion filed by Rodney Sebastian Clark Donalds and

Sean Paul, Rihanna, Nicki Minaj Listed Among Billboard’s 100 Top Artists Of The 21st Century

Billboard

08/01/2025

Jamaican dancehall icon Sean Paul, Barbadian superstar Rihanna, and Trinidadian rapper Nicki Minaj have earned spots on Billboard’s prestigious Top Artists of the 21st

Bob Marley: One Love Movie Up For Multiple NAACP Image Awards.

News

07/01/2025

The nominees for the 56th Annual NAACP Image Awards have been announced, and dancehall artist Skillibeng has earned a nomination for Outstanding International Song

Buju Declined, But Bounty Killer and Beenie Man “Touchdown” On ESPN’s Monday Night Football

Music·Sports

07/01/2025

Music producer Ron André Elvis Telford (Uncle Rawwn) has unveiled a groundbreaking collaboration titled “Touchdown” set to make waves across the globe. The song,

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Sony Music Entertainment Seeks Extension to Respond to $15 Million Copyright Lawsuit by Patrick Moxey’s Ultra International Music Publishing

Legal

06/01/2025

Sony Music Entertainment is requesting additional time to respond to Patrick Moxey’s lawsuit filed against the company. A letter, dated December 18, 2024, addressed

Vybz Kartel at the National Stadium, Jamaica, January 1, 2025. Image by @rojhay.davinci

Vybz Kartel Confirms U.S. Visa Petition Ahead of 67th Grammy Awards

News

06/01/2025

Dancehall King Kartel said he has already submitted a petition for a United States visa to attend the 66th Annual Grammy Awards in February,

Watch: George Nooks Sings “Bridge Over Troubled Water” In Touching Tribute To His Mother

News

06/01/2025

Singer George Nooks delivers a heartfelt rendition of “Bridge Over Troubled Water” as a tribute to his mother during the holiday season. Nooks’ version

Buju Banton, Romain Virgo, Beres Hammond at intimate Concert Jamaica at Priory St. Ann, January 4. Image via @Intimate and @rojhayand

Buju Banton and Beres Hammond’s Intimate Concert Impresses, but 5-Hour Traffic Chaos Frustrates Fans

Concerts

05/01/2025

Closing the show with a fiery set of reggae and dancehall hits, Banton apologized to fans for the delays, stating, "I want to apologize

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Vybz Kartel Introduces AI To Dancehall In New Music Video

Embattled entertainer Vybz Kartel, real name Adijah Palmer has made history as the first dancehall artist to deejay as an AI character in

01/06/2023

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Culture·Tech

Mark Zuckerberg Announces New WhatsApp Feature

Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg took to his Facebook page on Tuesday to announce new updates to the popular WhatsApp messaging platform. He posted, “We’re

15/06/2022

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Tech

House Of Marley Launches New Range Of Sustainable Cables And Wireless Charger

Headphone and speaker company House Of Marley, is continuing its environmentally friendly path by dropping a new sustainable product line which includes a collection of

19/07/2022

Staff Writer

Tech

Universal Music and Google Are Joining Forces for AI-Generated Songs

Google and Universal Music are currently engaged in negotiations to secure a deal involving AI ‘deepfake’ generated songs, according to the Financial Times. This

10/08/2023

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Shenseea at City Splash Festival In The UK

Shenseea Performs New Songs From ‘Never Gets Late Here’ Album In The UK At City Splash

WMV‘s Artist Of The Week Shenseea performed tracks from her new album “Never Gets Late Here” at City Splash at Brockwell Park UK on

28/05/2024

Artist of the Week

Shenseea To Launch Charity Foundation

Dancehall star Shenseea is set to launch her charity foundation, aimed at serving those in need both in Jamaica and globally. “She is going

26/05/2024

Artist of the Week

Annaleax “Let Me Love You” Lyrics

Annaleax “Let Me Love You” Lyrics Baby, Let Me Love You Intro: Baby, let me love you, love you Just let me love you,

24/05/2024

Artist of the Week·Fresh Face

Artist Of The Week: Dua Lipa, Pink, RajahWild, Nina Simone Make Annaleax’s Favorite Music List

For WMV‘s Artist Of The Week (May 20-24, 2024) Annaleax, music isn’t just about the melodies and rhythms—it’s about the stories, the emotions, and the

23/05/2024

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Maxine Isis Stowe Accepts Court Ruling On Bunny Wailer’s Estate

Maxine Isis Stowe says she is ready to speak on Bunny Wailer’s estate following a Supreme Court ruling on June 28, 2024, which gave

21/08/2024

Exclusives·Legal

Lauryn Hill was surprised at an intimate dinner in New York to tell her that The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill was No. 1 on our 100 Best Albums list.

Exclusive: Lauryn Hill To Release Her Second Studio Album Under New Label Deal

8x Grammy Award winner Lauryn Hill is set to release her second studio album twenty-six years after signing with Columbia Records and releasing her

02/08/2024

Exclusives·News

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Shenseea Is Career Focused: “There is Far More Work to Be Done” as She Prepares for the Next Level

Shenseea’s global adventures have not only broadened her horizons but also redefined what it means to be Jamaican. She embodies a new era of

23/05/2024

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Godfather Of Soul James Brown, Island Records Founder Chris Blackwell, Riddim twins Sly and Robbie

The Untold Story Of James Brown vs. Sly and Robbie By Chris Blackwell

Sly, one half of the riddim duo Sly and Robbie, denies the tale about the Godfather of Soul, James Brown, demanding subservience at Chris

15/05/2024

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Ten Differences and Similarities Between Drake and Tupac

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24/04/2024

The Tupac Shakur estate has issued a cease-and-desist letter to Drake, demanding the removal of his Kendrick Lamar diss track, “Taylor Made Freestyle,” due

Alexx Antaeus Highlights How Jamaican Artists’ Limited Participation in the Grammy Process Weakens the Reggae Genre

Features·HOT 10·Interview

13/10/2023

Alexx Antaeus is known in Jamaica mostly as a Greek restauranteur and club operator, but internationally he is a respected musician who rubs shoulders

Hot 10: ‘Calm Down’ By Rema Makes Billboard’s Song Of The Summer List

HOT 10·Music

05/09/2023

Morgan Wallen’s “Last Night” reigns supreme as the No. 1 title on Billboard’s Songs of the Summer chart for the 2023 summer season. Notably,

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