Editors At Large

“My First Hit Song Was Because of New York”: Bounty Killer Reflects Ahead of Historic Barclays Show

BROOKLYN, NY — After a 15-year absence from the U.S. stage, dancehall legend Bounty Killer is set to make a triumphant and historic return with what may be the biggest performance of

23/06/2025

Concerts

Court Rules Sting International Cannot Testify in Reggaeton vs. Dancehall Copyright Case; Defense Requests $40,000 Legal Fees

Los Angeles, June 23, 2025 — In the escalating copyright dispute involving Caribbean producers Steely and Cleveland Browne and several key music industry figures over the Fish Market, Dem Bow and Pounder

23/06/2025

Reggaeton vs Dancehall Court Case

Masicka Returns To No. 1 With “Mute” On YouTube Jamaica Weekly Chart

JAMAICA — Dancehall powerhouse Masicka returns to the summit of the YouTube Jamaica Weekly Chart, presented by Courvoisier, with his track Mute reclaiming the No. 1 position for the week ending June

22/06/2025

Charts·YouTube Jamaica Chart

Timbaland Responds After Backlash Over Using K Fresh’s Beat to Train AI Music Platform: “I take full responsibility for that oversight.”

Grammy-winning producer Timbaland is under fire for using a beat by independent producer K Fresh without permission to train an artificial intelligence (AI) model through the music platform Suno. The incident sparked

20/06/2025

News

YG Marley signed to Hollywood Talent agency WME

YG Marley’s “Praise Jah In The Moonlight” Certified Double Platinum In Canada

TORONTO, CANADA — YG Marley’s breakout hit Praise Jah In The Moonlight has officially been certified Double Platinum in Canada, surpassing 160,000 units in sales and streaming equivalents, according to Music Canada.

20/06/2025

Certifications

Beyoncé was named Billboard's Greatest Pop Star Of The 21st Century

Concert Ticket Prices Drop for the First Time in Over a Decade

For the first time in more than 10 years, the average price of concert tickets has dropped, signaling a significant shift in the global live music economy according to Bloomberg. According to

20/06/2025

News

Moliy Scores Second UK Silver, Silent Addy Earns First with “Shake It To The Max (Fly)”

LONDON, UK — Ghanaian singer Moliy has earned her second Silver certification in the United Kingdom, as “Shake It To The Max (Fly)” with Miami-based producer Silent Addy crosses 200,000 sales and

20/06/2025

News

Burna Boy, Jeremih & Serani’s “Secret” Certified Silver in the UK

“Secret” by Burna Boy featuring Jeremih and Jamaican artist Serani has officially been certified Silver in the United Kingdom by the British Phonographic Industry (BPI) as of June 20, 2025. The certification

20/06/2025

Certifications

Skippa Rockets to No. 1 on YouTube Jamaica With “JR GONG”

JAMAICA — Dancehall newcomer Skippa has made a seismic impact on the YouTube Jamaica Weekly Chart, claiming the No. 1 spot for the week ending June 12, 2025, with the explosive debut

16/06/2025

Charts·YouTube Jamaica Chart

Vybz Kartel and Spice at Boardwalk Hall, Atlantic City, New Jersey, June 14, 2025. Photo by World Music Views

Vybz Kartel Delivers His Best Career Performance at Boardwalk Hall With Spice, Ishawna & Blak Ryno

In a city best known for its casinos, shopping, and boardwalk shorelines, Vybz Kartel brought his own brand of dancehall fire to Boardwalk Hall on Saturday night—and lit up the venue with

15/06/2025

Concerts

Aidonia, Elephant Man, Jada Kingdom, and Vanessa Bling will headline Saok'D Pineapple Sandz on August 16 and 17 in the U.K.

Aidonia, Elephant Man, Jada Kingdom & Vanessa Bling to Headline Sandz UK — Dancehall Returns to London in Historic Fashion

Palm Nations Ltd., Ourthing Global, and the iconic Caribbean lifestyle brand SANDZ are set to launch their most ambitious venture to date: the debut of Sandz in the United Kingdom. The highly

13/06/2025

Concerts

The Government Intends To Rest Diddy’s Federal Sex Trafficking Case By Next Week Wednesday Or Friday

Day 21 of Sean “Diddy” Combs’ federal sex trafficking trial took a dramatic and emotional turn as the cross-examination of his accuser—referred to as “Jane”—continued. Defense attorneys sought to challenge her credibility

12/06/2025

News

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