Editors At Large

‘Generation Of Kings’ By Masicka Debuts At No. 2 On The US Billboard Reggae Chart

Masicka’s sophomore album “Generation Of Kings” debuts at No. 2 on the Billboard Reggae albums chart dated December 16, 2023. World Music Views first reported yesterday that the album sold 3,500 album

12/12/2023

Album Sales·Billboard Reggae Albums Chart

Masicka’s “Generation Of Kings” First Week Album Sales — 3500 Units

Masicka‘s “Generation Of Kings” has sold 3,500 equivalent album units in streams and sales in the US during its first week. Of that amount, 600 were pure copies, while 4,400,000 were in

11/12/2023

Album Sales

IFPI Engaging With Music 2023: Hip Hop and Reggae Rank Top 3 and Top 10 Most Popular Music Globally

According to the Engaging With Music Report 2023 conducted by the International Federation of the Phonographic Industry, for the second consecutive year, Hip Hop ranks third, and Reggae holds the tenth position

11/12/2023

Music Report

50 Cent in Sydney Australia at the Final Lap Tour December 9, 2023

50 Cent Receives ‘Get Rich Or Die Trying’ Certified Diamond Commemorative Plaque In Australia

Hip Hop superstar 50 Cent collected a Certified Diamond plaque for his debut album “Get Rich Or Die Trying” in Australia on Saturday December 10, 2023 to mark sales of 500,000 units

10/12/2023

Certifications·Milestones

Interview: ‘Nicki Minaj Changed My Life’ Says ‘Chun Li’ and ‘Pink Friday Girls’ Producer J. Reid

Atlanta producer Jeremy Reid who goes by the name J. Reid says that collaborating with Nicki Minaj has been a transformative experience, shaping his life in profound ways. At 36 years old,

10/12/2023

Interview

Vybz Kartel and Mavado Sting Clash 2008. Now Kartel will solo headline his first stadium show on December 31 Freedom Street

Isaiah Laing Steps Down from Helm of Sting Promotions, Declares Final Clash at This Year’s Event

After four decades of spearheading the most controversial dancehall event on Boxing Day (December 26) in Jamaica, Isaiah Laing, Chairman of Supreme Promotions, announces his decision to step aside. He says he

08/12/2023

Concerts·Exclusives

DJ Khaled’s “God Did” Album Certified Gold In The US By The RIAA

DJ Khaled’s thirteenth studio album, “God Did,” release on August 26, 2022, is now certified Gold in the U.S. by The Recording Industry Association Of America. The award was given on Wednesday

07/12/2023

Album Sales·Certifications

DJ Freddy Browne Shares Winning Formula for Earning Seven Figures Playing Music

EDM and House DJ Freddy Browne brings his own energy – the kind that commands attention in the room – with both his voice and animated personality. He captivates audiences worldwide with

07/12/2023

Dancehall·Dancehall News·EDM

Already owning songs by Nelly, Wiz Khalifa, and more, HarbourView Equity Partners secures a $100 million debt facility to acquire additional music catalogs.

In a strategic move to fortify its position in the alternative asset management landscape, HarbourView Equity Partners has successfully increased its senior secured credit facility by $100 million, reaching an impressive capacity

05/12/2023

Catalogs

Exclusive Interview: King Jammy and Jack Scorpio Open Up About ‘Sleng Teng,’ The Birth of Digital Dancehall, and the Demise of Sound System Culture

The year 1985 witnessed a groundbreaking development in the riddim-driven dancehall music with the release of “Under Mi Sleng Teng,” a riddim with vocals by Ian ‘Wayne’ Smith produced by Noel Davey

05/12/2023

Culture

Kingsley Ben-Adir Shares His Preparation Techniques For His Role In The ‘Bob Marley: One Love’ Movie

Kingsley Ben-Adir said when reggae singer Ziggy Marley first approached him to play his legendary father in the upcoming biopic “Bob Marley: One Love,” the actor had reservations that seemed insurmountable. Despite

04/12/2023

Films

“Bam” by Jay-Z featuring Damian Marley (with Sister Nancy Sample) Certified Gold in the US

“Bam” by Jay-Z featuring Damian Marley is now certified Gold in the US, having sold 500,000 units. The certification was awarded on December 4, 2023, coinciding with Jay-Z’s 54th birthday. The song

04/12/2023

Certifications

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