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Govana & Tarrus Riley drop “Special Times” — Jamaica responds in a big way

Govana and Tarrus Riley teamed up to once again to release “Special Times”, a fusion of dancehall and reggae energy that is quickly making waves online. Within 24 hours, the song produced

24/04/2025

Music·News

James Blunt’s “You’re Beautiful” Surpasses 1 Billion Streams on Spotify

James Blunt’s haunting ballad “You’re Beautiful” has officially surpassed 1 billion streams on Spotify. The milestone is a new chapter in the enduring legacy of a song that first captivated global audiences nearly

23/04/2025

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Whispa Gets Endorsement From Popcaan With New Song “Hot Oil”

Whispa has released a fiery new track titled “Hot Oil,” inspired by his appearance on the viral comedic series Coulda Been Records: JAMAICA Auditions hosted by internet sensation Druski. The music video

23/04/2025

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Exclusive: Dancehall Artist Armanii Signs With UnitedMasters, Charts No. 1 In 12 Countries

Rising Jamaican dancehall artist Armanii has officially inked a deal with UnitedMasters, the independent music distribution platform own by advertising exec Steve Stoute known for championing artist ownership and creative freedom. The

22/04/2025

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Billboard Reggae Albums Chart: Sister Nancy’s ‘One Two’ and Peter Tosh’s Greatest Hits Debut At No. 3 and No. 8 Following Vinyl Reissues

Sister Nancy’s iconic 1982 debut album One Two has made its debut on the Billboard Reggae Albums chart, landing at No. 3 on the chart dated April 26, 2025. The milestone comes

22/04/2025

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Suge Knight Refuses to Let Lawyer Quit as Retrial Over Fatal 2015 Hit-and-Run Begins Tuesday

Former Death Row Records CEO Suge Knight is back in the court, and this time, he’s refusing to let his longtime lawyer walk away—even as their communication breaks down before of his

22/04/2025

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Ne-Yo’s Heartbreak Anthem Surpasses 1 Billion Spotify Streams Two Decades After Release

Ne-Yo’s timeless heartbreak anthem “So Sick” has officially surpassed 1 billion streams on Spotify as of April 21, 2025. It is his third track to reach the milestone. Originally released on November

22/04/2025

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“Walk Good, Pope Francis”: Shaggy Leads Tribute as World Mourns Passing of Progressive Pontiff

Grammy-award winning reggae artist Shaggy pays tribute to Pope Francis early this morning, simply writing, “Walk good, Pope Francis”—a Caribbean sendoff for a leader who preached compassion, inclusion, and mercy across the

21/04/2025

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Sting & Shaggy’s ‘44/876’ Turns 7

Unexpected Reggae Fusion That Won the World Over On this day in 2018, April 20, English rock icon Sting and a Jamaican dancehall legend Shaggy released their collaborative album 44/876. The

20/04/2025

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US President Donald Trump holds a chart as he delivers remarks on reciprocal tariffs during an event in the Rose Garden entitled "Make America Wealthy Again" at the White House in Washington, DC, on April 2, 2025. BRENDAN SMIALOWSKI/AFP via Getty Images/AFP

Trump’s Reciprocal Tariffs and the Music Industry

The escalating trade tensions between the U.S. and major trading partners—particularly China—under President Donald Trump’s renewed tariff agenda are sending shockwaves through the music industry. From instrument pricing to international collaboration, here

16/04/2025

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Romeich’s Major Brand Drops Luxe Streetwear Backpacks in Red and Black

Dancehall power player and fashion entrepreneur Romeich Major is leveling up with the latest drop from his new label MAJOR—a bold, luxury-meets-streetwear backpack collection that blends high fashion sensibilities with gritty urban

16/04/2025

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Buju Banton at the Barclays Arena, Brooklyn. New York, November 17, 2024- image by @AMPWORLDMAG

Buju Banton Calls For Unity As Several Top Dancehall Artists Set Out To Tour The United States

Grammy Award-winning reggae icon Buju Banton is calling for unity as more Dancehall artists gear up to tour major arenas across the United States. Taking to Instagram on Tuesday, Banton posted a

15/04/2025

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