Entertainment

Concert / Tour

Miss Global International returns to Ja, set for September staging

Franchise holder of the Miss Global International Competition, Lachu Ramchandani, says the pageant is returning to Jamaica after a three-year hiatus. Formerly known as the Miss Com

Jamaica Gleaner Jamaica Yesterday

Dancehall

Espappi Steps Out with New Energy and Sound in ‘Wiggle N Tickle’

Espappi is an emerging Jamaican artiste bringing an electrifying presence to the global Dancehall scene. Now based in the US, he blends his Caribbean roots with an international pe

YardHype Jamaica Yesterday

Dancehall

Eazi Money Drops Highly Anticipated Song with Skillibeng ‘Ghost’ Prod by Minto Play Da Riddim

New York-based artiste Eazi Money continues to build momentum on the music scene with the release of his latest single ‘Ghost’, a collaboration with Dancehall hitmaker Skillibeng.

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Entertainment

The 20 Greatest Personalities in Rocksteady

Alton Ellis, the soulful singer whose songs defined the 1966-68 rocksteady era, has been named number one on the Observer Online's 60 Greatest Rocksteady Personalities.Ellis, who d

Jamaica Observer Jamaica Yesterday

Soca / Calypso

5 Questions With Iwer George

A staple of Caribbean carnival energy, Iwer George is one of Trinidad and Tobago’s most prolific soca artistes, with a career spanning back to 1987 and a catalogue of enduring hits

Jamaica Gleaner Jamaica Yesterday

Reggae

Maxi Priest Returns with New Lovers Rock Track ‘Touch By An Angel’

Legendary Reggae and lovers rock icon Maxi Priest returns with a new single, ‘Touch By An Angel,‘ available April 3 on all major streaming platforms via his Level Vibes Music impri

YardHype Jamaica Yesterday

Dancehall

Chronic Law And Pimpdon Records Scores Big With ‘Millionaire Badness’

Dancehall star Chronic Law and buzzing producer Pimpdon Records have teamed up to release another banger. The lyrically potent St. Thomas native is once again in hitmaking form, ha

YardHype Jamaica 2d ago

Dancehall

Squeel On The Hunt For Fast Money

Emerging Dancehall artiste Squeel has released a hard-hitting single entitled ‘Fast Money’ and based on the initial feedback, it is definitely one to watch. The artiste, who is kno

YardHype Jamaica 2d ago

Dancehall

Badbreed Releases EP After International Record Deal

Fast rising Dancehall artiste Badbreed is currently enjoying a career boost via a major Record deal with USA based record label Guantanamo 51 (G51). The singjay says he is elated a

YardHype Jamaica 2d ago

Dancehall

Dem Gyal Yah Heartless Says Rena

Dancehall artiste Rena has released a new single entitled ‘Yardie Girls No Love/Kingston City’ which has sparked much debate. The singjay creatively gave her assessment of the mind

YardHype Jamaica 2d ago

Concert / Tour

ALLIANCE BLACKS PRESENTS “UPDATE – PART 5” Featuring Performance by Jamal

Alliance Blacks invites members of the media, influencers, and the public to attend UPDATE – Part 5, the highly anticipated annual birthday celebration set to deliver an elevated n

YardHype Jamaica 2d ago

Entertainment

Naparima Girls High School- ART ISLAND

By: Jermaine Cruickshank I took a trip to an island in the southland—Art Island—where music, art and mouthwatering food came together to transport you into a space of pure creative

Express VIBES Trinidad & Tobago 2d ago

Dancehall

Week.day, 450 to release ‘Bounce’

As Easter Weekend gets underway, popular producer Jahvanie “Week.day” Morrison and dancehall artiste 450 are set to release a song for the ladies titledBounceon April 3. The catch

Jamaica Observer Jamaica 2d ago

Reggae

Tony Roy revives ‘Flying Machine’ with reggae flavour

Singer Tony Roy, who had considerable success in 2025 with a cover of Lobo’sI’d Love You to Want Me, has followed up with a reggae spin onFlying Machine, another pop hit from the e

Jamaica Observer Jamaica 2d ago

Entertainment

Johnmark Wiggan’s ‘By Fire’ launch ignites worship

The Karl Hendrickson Auditorium at Jamaica College became a sanctuary of sound, fire, and purpose last Saturday, as gospel artiste Johnmark Wiggan staged the official launch of his

Jamaica Gleaner Jamaica 3d ago

Reggae

Reggae Boyz Slip in FIFA Rankings After Playoff Exit

Jamaica’s senior men’s team, the Reggae Boyz, has dropped one place in the latest FIFA World Rankings following their playoff defeat to DR Congo on Tuesday, March 31, in Mexico. Th

YardHype Jamaica 3d ago

Dancehall

Armanii to Perform at Pic-Nic Beach Club ‘Tanline and Sunshine’ in St. Ann

With just days to go, Pic-Nic “Beach Club” is building momentum as one of the anticipated lifestyle events set for St Ann this weekend. Headlined by Dancehall artiste Armanii, the

YardHype Jamaica 3d ago

Soca / Calypso

Destra Delivers Powerfully at Reflections.

“If this sharing that I’m doing touches anyone, I’m truly grateful. None of us are perfect. Some days you’ll feel good, some days you won’t, but it’s all part of the journey. Somet

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Soca / Calypso

Destra’s Reflections – Soca Queen continues her spiritual journey

By Michael Mondezie Most people reflect in private before showing the world a finished version of themselves. Destra Garcia is doing hers in real time, in front of her fans. When D

Express VIBES Trinidad & Tobago Mar 27

Dancehall

Dancehall Artist 450 To Release Condom Brand ‘4intimacy’

Dancehall artist 450 will be launching his very own condom brand called 4intimacy.  The brand features three condoms—curated for different users’ preferences and needs—named after

DancehallMag Jamaica / Caribbean Mar 27

Reggae

Sean Paul, Keyshia Cole’s ‘Give It Up To Me’ Turns Gold In UK After Chart Comeback

Sean Paul and Keyshia Cole’s (When You Gonna) Give It Up To Me is now certified Gold in the United Kingdom, just 16 months after the 2006 single earned Silver in November 2024.

DancehallMag Jamaica / Caribbean Mar 27

Reggae

Shaggy’s ‘Hey Sexy Lady’ Becomes His 10th UK Silver-Certified Song

Hey Sexy Lady has become Shaggy’s 10th song to earn Silver certification in the UK after the British Phonographic Industry (BPI) certified the 2002 single on Friday, March 27.

DancehallMag Jamaica / Caribbean Mar 27

Reggae

Remembering Bob Andy: Five Lessons From The Reggae Legend’s Life

Today marks six years since Bob Andy transitioned, but his impact as a singer and songwriter lives on through Reggae music.

DancehallMag Jamaica / Caribbean Mar 27

Soca / Calypso

Soca Stars Bunji Garlin and Fay-Ann Lyons are Co-Owners of New Barbados Mas Band

Trinidadian soca power couple Bunji Garlin and Fay-Ann Lyons have officially joined Mondé Mas as co-owners. The new mas band will make its debut at Barbados’ Crop Over 2026. Founde

Soca News Trinidad / Caribbean Mar 27

Carnival

Carnival turns Preston blue for Lumo

Flags were waving and whistles blowing when Preston Caribbean Carnival welcomed a new resident to the Lancashire town on 24 March 2026. Lumo is a low-cost train operator, known for

Soca News Trinidad / Caribbean Mar 27

Dancehall

Cutty Ranks Files US$3 Million Lawsuit Over Unpaid Royalties From El Chombo’s ‘Dame Tu Cosita’

Dancehall veteran Cutty Ranks has filed a US$3 million lawsuit in the United States, alleging that he was never properly paid for his contributions to El Chombo’s 2018 global hit D

DancehallMag Jamaica / Caribbean Mar 27

Dancehall

Vybz Kartel Wins ‘Best Caribbean Music Act’ At 2026 MOBO Awards

Dancehall superstar Vybz Kartel has won ‘Best Caribbean Music Act’ at the 2026 MOBO Awards, securing his first competitive win at the UK-based ceremony a year after receiving its I

DancehallMag Jamaica / Caribbean Mar 26

Dancehall

Chronic Law Released From ICE Custody

Dancehall star Chronic Law has been released from U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) custody after spending more than two months detained in the United States.

DancehallMag Jamaica / Caribbean Mar 26

Soca / Calypso

Adam O Named Keynote Speaker for UVI 2026 Commencement

Soca artist Adam O’Neal, known as Adam O, a St. Croix native and U.S. Marine Corps veteran, will deliver the keynote address at the University of the Virgin Islands 2026 Commenceme

Soca News Trinidad / Caribbean Mar 26

Entertainment

Trinidad-born creative, Kurtis Wells lands credits on BTS project gains Global Recognition

Story by Overtime Media.  Photos courtesy Kurtis Wells Trinidad and Tobago-born producer/songwriter Kurtis Wells is making waves internationally and just earned songwriting credits

Express VIBES Trinidad & Tobago Mar 26

Entertainment

Caribbean Talent Featured on Global Stage at World Baseball Classic

Story by Overtime Media/JC XVIBES Photos courtesy Lila Nikole Caribbean talent was prominently featured on one of the world’s biggest sporting stages, as Trinidad and Tobago dancer

Express VIBES Trinidad & Tobago Mar 26

Entertainment

Monde Mas: A new mission, a new journey – a true Caribbean Connection.

By: Jermaine Cruickshank Ian” Bunji Garlin” Alvarez and Fay-Ann Lyons are once again expanding their already dynamic portfolio this time stepping boldly into the regional mas arena

Express VIBES Trinidad & Tobago Mar 25

Dancehall

Rygin King Lands In ICE Custody As New York Gun Case Drags On

Dancehall artist Rygin King, whose real name is Matthew Smith, has been taken into custody by U.S.

DancehallMag Jamaica / Caribbean Mar 24

Carnival

MASQ By Naitram brings Carnival Storytelling to Notting Hill Carnival

Carnival lovers, get ready! A brand new mas band is about to hit the streets for Notting Hill Carnival 2026, with pure Caribbean heritage, wild storytelling, and the hottest Carniv

Soca News Trinidad / Caribbean Mar 22