Shaggy Premieres ‘Bad Like Brooklyn Dancehall’ Documentary in Netherlands
The documentary film “Bad Like Brooklyn Dancehall” first premiered at the Tribeca Film Festival in New York to sold-out audiences in three showings in June 2023. Fans of Jamaican American and dancehall artist Shaggy were excited to see his name in the credits as its executive producer. The film follows the impact that Jamaican immigrants […]
Wayne Marshall Responds in Viral Video to Criticisms of his National Award
A number of prominent Jamaicans have taken to social media to react to a comedic TikTok sketch posted by Dancehall artist and Jamaican YouTuber Wayne Marshall. The video that has amassed more than 180 thousands views on Tik Tok is captioned, “When you are in church giving thanks and praises for your award, until such […]
Will Jamaican Remone Watson Follow in Tessanne Chin’s Footsteps?
Now that Jamaican Remone Watson has won the Digicel Rising Stars 19, he wants to recreate the success enjoyed by fellow Jamaican, Tessanne Chin, when she was named the winner of “The Voice,” the American singing competition broadcast on NBC television. Winner of Rising Stars 2023 Remone Watson, a native of Hanover Parish in Jamaica, […]
Wayne Wonder Hit Song “No Letting Go” Streamed over 100 Million Times on Spotify
The 2003 hit track by Jamaican Wayne Wonder, “No Letting Go,” has been streamed over 100 million times on Spotify just a year after being certified Gold in the United States. “No Letting Go” received its Gold certification in August 2022 from the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA). Certified Gold The Certified Gold designation […]
Billboard Debuts Column of “Fresh Picks” in Reggae, Dancehall
A resurgence of Caribbean music on the global stage has prompted Billboard magazine to introduce a new monthly column to showcase the essential releases from the reggae and dancehall music scenes. The column, “Reggae/Dancehall Fresh Picks of the Month” will present a curated list of the artists working in Caribbean genres. Pushing the Boundaries Recently, […]
Romain Virgo Ready to Release New Single on VP Records Label
Jamaican reggae singer Romain Virgo, a noted performer of Lover’s rock, will release his new song, “Switch You On,” on October 18, 2023. On the VP Records label, the song is produced by Donovan “Don Corleon” Bennett and joins the tracks “Good Woman” and “Driver” as a single from Virgo’s highly anticipated fourth studio album. […]
12 Fascinating Facts about Jamaica’s First International Star Millie Small
October 6, 2023 marks the 76th birthday of Jamaica’s first international star Millicent Dolly May Small, more popularly known as Millie Small. In 1964, Small had a breakthrough hit with her recording of “My Boy Lollipop.” The track reached the number 2 spot on the British and American charts and marked a turning point for […]
Godmother of Reggae Patricia Chin Tells Story of VP Records at Distinguished Lecture in South Florida
It was a momentous occasion last week in Plantation, Florida at the Island Space Caribbean Museum, which played host to VP Records’ Matriarch, Patricia Chin (affectionately referred to as ‘Miss Pat’’), as part of Jamaica Consul General Oliver Mair’s Lecture Series. The discussion and Q & A session with Miss Pat was moderated by Calibe […]
Shinehead Celebrates 30th Anniversary of Hit Song with Jamaican in New York Instagram Challenge
To commemorate the 30th Anniversary of “Jamaican in New York,” Jamaican singer Shinehead wants fans to join the #JamaicaninNewYork30 challenge on Instagram, by posting and tagging him in reels, which capture what makes them a “Jamaican in New York.” The music stalwart and his team will repost some of the most creative and entertaining submissions. […]
Sean Paul Releases Explosive Remix of “Summa Hot” featuring Busta Rhymes and Skillibeng
Global dancehall icon Sean Paul has teamed up once again with multi- award winning hip hop icon Busta Rhymes and dancehall sensation Skillibeng to elevate the summer season to new heights with the scorching remix of his hit single “Summa Hot.” This highly anticipated release is guaranteed to ignite dance floors worldwide. The “Summa Hot” […]
