UB40’s UB45 Debuts At #5 On The U.K. Official Albums Chart
UB40’s UB45 is the latest album by the top selling reggae band to debut on the U.K. Official Albums Chart. The 14 track album released April 19, 2024 via SoNo Recording Group/Evo
Ky-Mani Marley Performs ‘Rasta Reggae (Jamming)’ With Farruko At 2024 Latin American Music Awards
Latin star Farruko performed Rasta Reggae (Jamming) at the Latin American Music Awards along with reggae star Ky-Mani Marley. With a band dressed in army fatigue, Ky-Mani appeared on stage in full black to
Sean Paul Wins First Latin American Music Award For “Niña Bonita”
“Niña Bonita,” released in 2023, becomes Sean Paul’s first win at the Latin American Music Award with Colombian singer Feid. The song seized the title for “Collaboration Crossover of the Year” at
Junior Gong Never Wanted To Use The Marley Name Says Minister Grange
Damian “Junior Gong” Marley never wanted to pursue music using his father’s name, said Minister Olivia “Babsy” Grange, Jamaica’s Minister Of Culture, Gender, Entertainment, and Sports. In her address at the launch
Dancehall Songs Glorifying Fast Driving Banned From Jamaican Radio
Dancehall songs glorifying speeding are now on the Broadcasting Commission’s banned list in Jamaica, and Fame 95 FM has found itself in hot water and having to air an apology after the
Olivia “Babsy” Grange Reflects on Breaking Shabba Ranks and Patra into the American Hip Hop Scene
Olivia “Babsy” Grange, Jamaica’s Minister of Culture, Gender, Entertainment, and Sports, speaking at the launch of the book Dancehall Queen by Professor Donna Hope shared insights into her experiences as a former
Anitta’s ‘Funk Generation’ Track-list Features Sam Smith
Brazilian sensation Anitta released the trackless for her forthcoming album “Funk Generation” — with features including Sam Smith, a release that almost did not make the album due to Smith initially cancelling.
Ye, Formerly Kanye West To Launch Yeezy Porn
Ye, formerly known as Kanye West, has officially announced the launch of a pornography division called Yeezy Porn under his Yeezy brand. The announcement was made on April 24 on his social
Concord Music Squares Off With Blackstone For Hipgnosis Songs Fund Catalog
Concord Music has upped its bid to acquire London based company Hipgnosis Songs Fund (HSF) to $1.25 per share, edging out Blackstone’s competing offer by a penny. This move escalates the battle for
‘Water’ By Tyla Certified 2x Platinum In Canada (160,000)
‘Water’ by Tyla Snow is certified 2x Platinum in Canada, having sold 160,000 combined on-demand streams, digital downloads, and physical singles in the country. This marks Tyla’s first 2x platinum single in
The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame 2024 Inductees: A Tribe Called Quest, Mary J. Blige, Cher And More
The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Foundation unveils its esteemed class of 2024 inductees, showcasing an eclectic mix of musical pioneers who have left an indelible mark on the industry. Headlining
Rihanna’s “Diamonds” is certified Diamond by the Recording Industry Association Of America
Rihanna’s “Diamonds” released by Island Def Jam Records is certified Diamond by the Recording Industry Association Of America for selling 10 million units in streams and sales on April 22, 2024. Released