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Buju Banton, Romain Virgo, Beres Hammond at intimate Concert Jamaica at Priory St. Ann, January 4. Image via @Intimate and @rojhayand

Buju Banton and Beres Hammond’s Intimate Concert Impresses, but 5-Hour Traffic Chaos Frustrates Fans

Closing the show with a fiery set of reggae and dancehall hits, Banton apologized to fans for the delays, stating, "I want to apologize for the delay, we tried our best." He

by Donovan Watkis

05/01/2025

West Indian Labor Day Parade in New York City

Calendar 2025: This Is How Americans Will Celebrate Every Federal Holiday This Year

The United States federal government recognizes 11 official holidays annually. These holidays

With Montana in the “Hurtin’ Me” video. Courtesy of Universal Music Group.

Stefflon Don’s “Hurtin’ Me” Featuring French Montana Hits 2x Platinum in the UK

Stefflon Don’s breakout single “Hurtin’ Me” featuring Moroccan-American rapper French Montana now

New Music Friday: Popcaan and Chronic Law Release “Kick It Wid Myself”

Kingston, Jamaica – January 3, 2025: Dancehall titans Popcaan and Chronic Law

The 5 Greatest Reggae Albums of 1995

The year 1995 was a watershed moment for reggae music, as the

Master Your Mind, Master Your Life: 365 Days, Matriarch by Tina Knowles, Great Big Beautiful Life by Emily Henry

Matriarch” by Tina Knowles, “Master Your Mind” by Donovan Watkis, and Other Must-Read Books in 2025

WMV reveals its list of 10 highly anticipated book releases for 2025,

Exclusive: Popcaan Addresses Freedom Street Concert Controversy with Skatta Burrell

Kingston, Jamaica — Unruly Entertainment, headed by dancehall icon Popcaan, has released

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Vybz Kartel’s Historic Stadium Debut Puts Dancehall Back Into The Global Spotlight

Concerts

01/01/2025

By 2:45 AM, when Vybz Kartel exited the stage, he had cemented his place in history, accomplishing several remarkable milestones in a single unforgettable

Watch: Live Stream Of Vybz Kartel’s Freedom Street Concert

Concerts

31/12/2024

Fans unable to attend Vybz Kartel’s Freedom Street Concert in Kingston, Jamaica, can purchase official live streams for private viewing. While several TikTokers have

Seanizzle Celebrates Billboard Plaque for Busy Signal’s Parts of the Puzzle: “Sharing My Christmas Gift with All My Supporters”

Awards

30/12/2024

Renowned Jamaican producer Seanizzle took to social media to celebrate his latest milestone in the music industry—earning a Billboard plaque for his contribution to

FROM LEFT: STEPHEN SCHWARZMAN AND JON GRAY BY GUERIN BLASK FOR FORBES; HENRY KRAVIS BY KO SASAKI FOR FORBES

The Real Money Makers: Blackstone, KKR, and Apollo Chiefs Amass $56B Through Music and Alternative Investments in 2024

Music Business

30/12/2024

The wealth of top executives at Blackstone, KKR, and Apollo Global Management surged by over $56 billion in 2024, marking a milestone year for

Burna Boy Makes History as First African Artist with Multiple Albums Surpassing 1 Billion Spotify Streams

Afrobeats

29/12/2024

Burna Boy has made history as the first African artist to achieve multiple albums surpassing 1 billion streams each on Spotify, with Love, Damini

Vybz Kartel’s Top 100 Songs On Spotify

Spotify

29/12/2024

Vybz Kartel, the undisputed “Worl’ Boss” of Dancehall, will making his debut stadium performance on Tuesday December 31 in Kingston Jamaica at an event

Jamal Scores New No. 1 With “Time” On YouTube Jamaica Top Tracks – Week Ending December 26, 2024

Charts·YouTube Jamaica Chart

29/12/2024

Jamal has the final No. 1 song for the year on Jamaica’s YouTube music chart for the week ending December 26, 2024. His new

New Year’s Eve: New York’s Iconic Ball Drop to Kingston’s Freedom Street Among Top Destinations

Concerts

29/12/2024

From New York City to Kingston, Jamaica people are traveling from around the world to start 2025 with electrifying celebrations, cultural richness, and iconic

New Year’s Eve 2024: Debbie Bissoon To Host Live Stream UDC Fireworks Festival in Jamaica

News

29/12/2024

The Urban Development Corporation (UDC) will host its 21st Fireworks Festival on December 31, 2024, across three locations in Jamaica: Ocho Rios Bay Beach (St. Ann), the Kingston Waterfront,

Ian Lewis Of Inner Circle Photo by GD Films

Inner Circle To Headline New Year’s Eve Under the Stars Block Party In Miramar Florida

Concerts

29/12/2024

The City of Miramar is gearing up for a spectacular New Year’s Eve celebration in collaboration with Commissioner Maxwell B. Chambers and the legendary

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

Certifications·Features

28/12/2024

Several top reggae and dancehall stars have yet to achieve a certified Gold single or album by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA).

Idris Elba Recording Music In Jamaica Ahead Of Vybz Kartel’s Freedom Street Concert

Music

27/12/2024

U.K. actor and rapper Idris Elba is spending the holidays in Jamaica—Portland, to be exact—as he records new music on the island. The Boasty singer posted

Miami to Host Winter Music Conference at the Ultimate Dance Music Celebration in March 2025

EDM·Music Business

26/12/2024

The Winter Music Conference (WMC) is officially returning to Miami for its 35th anniversary, marking its first edition since 2019. Scheduled for March 26th-28th

Beenie Man, Bounty Killer at Reggae Sumfest performing together 2019

Longest Running Stage Shows in Jamaica

Concerts

26/12/2024

Jamaica’s stage shows are are cultural landmarks that reflect the island’s vibrant music and resilience. These events have endured for decades, overcoming challenges like

Ozuna Brings His Life Story to the Big Screen With Odisea

Films

26/12/2024

Latin music sensation Ozuna is stepping into the world of filmmaking with Odisea, a biographical film chronicling his rise to global fame. The project

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Vybz Kartel Introduces AI To Dancehall In New Music Video

Embattled entertainer Vybz Kartel, real name Adijah Palmer has made history as the first dancehall artist to deejay as an AI character in

01/06/2023

Donovan Watkis

Music Streaming·Tech·Technology

These Are All The Discontinued Music Streaming Services

Music streaming has revolutionized the way we consume music in the 21st century, beginning with Napster in 1999. Napster’s peer-to-peer sharing allowed users to

16/12/2024

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Features·Tech

For US$90,000 an Hour, You Can Book a Meeting with Sizzla’s Former Label CEO, Dame Dash

For anyone seeking music business advice from Roc-A-Fella Co-founder Dame Dash, it will cost US$22,500 for every 15 minutes. Dash is the latest industry

15/04/2024

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Tech

Celebrities Make Switch To Meta’s Threads

Meta Platforms Inc., the parent company of Facebook, released their latest app “Threads” as a challenge to Twitter’s dominance. With the acquisition of Twitter

06/07/2023

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Shenseea at City Splash Festival In The UK

Shenseea Performs New Songs From ‘Never Gets Late Here’ Album In The UK At City Splash

WMV‘s Artist Of The Week Shenseea performed tracks from her new album “Never Gets Late Here” at City Splash at Brockwell Park UK on

28/05/2024

Artist of the Week

Shenseea To Launch Charity Foundation

Dancehall star Shenseea is set to launch her charity foundation, aimed at serving those in need both in Jamaica and globally. “She is going

26/05/2024

Artist of the Week

Annaleax “Let Me Love You” Lyrics

Annaleax “Let Me Love You” Lyrics Baby, Let Me Love You Intro: Baby, let me love you, love you Just let me love you,

24/05/2024

Artist of the Week·Fresh Face

Artist Of The Week: Dua Lipa, Pink, RajahWild, Nina Simone Make Annaleax’s Favorite Music List

For WMV‘s Artist Of The Week (May 20-24, 2024) Annaleax, music isn’t just about the melodies and rhythms—it’s about the stories, the emotions, and the

23/05/2024

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Maxine Isis Stowe Accepts Court Ruling On Bunny Wailer’s Estate

Maxine Isis Stowe says she is ready to speak on Bunny Wailer’s estate following a Supreme Court ruling on June 28, 2024, which gave

21/08/2024

Exclusives·Legal

Lauryn Hill was surprised at an intimate dinner in New York to tell her that The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill was No. 1 on our 100 Best Albums list.

Exclusive: Lauryn Hill To Release Her Second Studio Album Under New Label Deal

8x Grammy Award winner Lauryn Hill is set to release her second studio album twenty-six years after signing with Columbia Records and releasing her

02/08/2024

Exclusives·News

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Shenseea Is Career Focused: “There is Far More Work to Be Done” as She Prepares for the Next Level

Shenseea’s global adventures have not only broadened her horizons but also redefined what it means to be Jamaican. She embodies a new era of

23/05/2024

Exclusives

Godfather Of Soul James Brown, Island Records Founder Chris Blackwell, Riddim twins Sly and Robbie

The Untold Story Of James Brown vs. Sly and Robbie By Chris Blackwell

Sly, one half of the riddim duo Sly and Robbie, denies the tale about the Godfather of Soul, James Brown, demanding subservience at Chris

15/05/2024

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Ten Differences and Similarities Between Drake and Tupac

HOT 10

24/04/2024

The Tupac Shakur estate has issued a cease-and-desist letter to Drake, demanding the removal of his Kendrick Lamar diss track, “Taylor Made Freestyle,” due

Alexx Antaeus Highlights How Jamaican Artists’ Limited Participation in the Grammy Process Weakens the Reggae Genre

Features·HOT 10·Interview

13/10/2023

Alexx Antaeus is known in Jamaica mostly as a Greek restauranteur and club operator, but internationally he is a respected musician who rubs shoulders

Hot 10: ‘Calm Down’ By Rema Makes Billboard’s Song Of The Summer List

HOT 10·Music

05/09/2023

Morgan Wallen’s “Last Night” reigns supreme as the No. 1 title on Billboard’s Songs of the Summer chart for the 2023 summer season. Notably,

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