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
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
“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
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
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
“Could You Be Loved,” released as the first single from Bob Marley & The Wailers’ 12th studio album Uprising in 1980, has surpassed 1 billion streams on Spotify as of September 19,
Cali reggae has become a unique offshoot of the original roots reggae movement, popularized by icons like Bob Marley, and originating in Jamaica, but it is often criticized for missing the deeper
Today September 4, is music superstar Beyoncé Giselle Knowles-Carter’s 43rd birthday. The singer who started her careers as a lead singer in the group Destiny’s child launched her solo career with the album Dangerously
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