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Bob Marley performs onstage at the Auditorium Theater in Chicago on May 27, 1978. Paul Natkin/Getty Images

Top Streaming Studio Albums by Jamaican Artists on Spotify

Jamaican music has a legacy that transcends borders, blending reggae, dancehall, and pop influences to captivate audiences worldwide. With billions of streams on Spotify, Jamaican artists—from the legendary Bob Marley to modern-day

27/01/2025

Features·News

Top 5 Highest Streaming Jamaican-Born Female Artists on Spotify

The top Jamaican-born female artists on Spotify have been trailblazers, leading the way with billions of streams combined. These remarkable women represent a diverse range of styles and genres, from reggae to

26/01/2025

Features·Spotify

The 10 Best Music Studios in the World

Recording studios are where the magic happens—turning raw talent into timeless music. These spaces combine world-class equipment, acoustics, and atmosphere to inspire artists globally, making some of the biggest hits. Here’s WMV’s

21/01/2025

Features

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 Manley College of the Visual and Performing Arts (EMCVPA) in Kingston, Jamaica, captivating students of the Arts Management program with

13/01/2025

Features

Seanizzle Sets Sights on Solo Stardom, Reflects on Iconic Career

Producer Seanizzle is poised to elevate his solo career to the heights of industry icons like Timbaland and Swizz Beatz. With a catalog of undeniable hits, he has proven his ability to

11/01/2025

Features

Buju Banton holds RIAA Gold plaque for Til Siloh album in 2019

RIAA Gold Is The Minimum, But Few Reggae Artists Are Reaching The Milestone

Several top reggae and dancehall stars have yet to achieve a certified Gold single or album by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA). Legends like Jimmy Cliff, Burning Spear, Beres Hammond

28/12/2024

Certifications·Features

Universal Music Group’s Acquisition of Downtown Music: A Turning Point for the Future of Music Aggregators

Following UMG’s $775 million acquisition of Downtown Music and comments made by CEO Sir Lucian Grainge during an October analyst call, alongside insights from Virgin Co-CEOs JT Myers and Nat Pastor on

22/12/2024

Opinions

DJ Mac Defends Modern Dancehall’s Success as He Prepares to Battle 90s Icons at Red Bull Culture Clash

DJ Mac produced the most-streamed song on YouTube in Jamaica to date: “Empty” by Trap Dancehall standout Chronic Law. Known for its haunting departure from traditional dance-inducing Jamaican dancehall, “Empty” is a

26/10/2024

Features

Seminole Hard Rock’s 50 Year Relationship With The Music Industry Lifestyle

The Hard Rock brand, which started as a humble American-style café in London in 1971, has evolved into a $5.9 billion global empire thanks to its acquisition by the Seminole Tribe of

24/10/2024

Lifestyle

George Nooks (Prince Mohammed),J.C. Lodge, Patrice Tan

George Nooks Shares His Truth Behind ‘Someone Loves You Honey’: ‘I Never Got Any Royalties’

“Someone Loves You Honey” by British-Jamaican singers June Lodge and Jamaican toaster Prince Mohammed (George Nooks) topped the Dutch Top 40 in the summer of 1982, staying at No. 1 for six

20/10/2024

Features

The Story Behind The Song: George Nooks Opens Up About the Rasta Persecution Behind His Hit ’40 Leg Dread’

In an exclusive interview with World Music Views, legendary reggae artist George Nooks reflects on his experiences growing up in Kingston, Jamaica, during the 1970s, a period when Rastafarians faced severe social

07/10/2024

Features

Ozuna Has Over 37 Billion Spotify Streams and Counting

Puerto Rican reggaeton and Latin trap sensation Ozuna has entered four songs in the billions streaming club on Spotify. As of October 6, 2024, The Taki Taki singer has amassed over 37

06/10/2024

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