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Acclaimed reggae vocalist Christopher Ellis has returned with a powerful new single, “My Sound,” an energetic celebration of Jamaica’s iconic sound system culture, sound clashes, and the traditional DJ styles that have fueled reggae music’s global influence for generations. Produced by Grammy Award-winning artist and producer Damian “Jr. Gong” Marley and released through Ghetto Youths […]

The Caribbean Music Awards’ (CMA) is set to return to Brooklyn’s King’s Theater for its highly anticipated fourth annual celebration. The event usually takes place on the Thursday before the massive West Indian-American Day Carnival Parade on Labor Day Monday.  According to the Caribbean Elite Group (CEG), organizers of the spectacular show, CMA will deliver […]

For more than a decade, Jamaican dancehall artist Kranium has built a reputation as one of the genre’s most relatable storytellers, transforming everyday experiences into records that resonate far beyond the Caribbean, according to Brooklyn-based, Jamaican-born entertainment publicist Ronnie Tomlinson. Through his recently released EP “A Slight Delay” and his latest single “Girl Trip” on […]

The legendary singer-songwriter Valerie Simpson on Friday, June 5, kicks off Black Music Month with a live recording of “Revelation & Jubilation: A Symphony of Spirit,” led by acclaimed conductor, composer, pianist and visionary artist Damien Sneed and the Orchestra of Tomorrow at the historic Town Hall, 123 W. 43rd St. in New York. Following […]

In the aftermath of the successful release of Jemere Morgan’s uplifting single “Know Better,” Ghetto Youths International has launched “No Better Riddim,” a dynamic reggae compilation and juggling package produced by Grammy Award-winning musician and producer Damian “Jr. Gong” Marley. Ghetto Youths International is the independent record label founded by Stephen Marley, Damian Marley, and […]

Carnegie Hall’s Weill Music Institute (WMI) said on Tuesday, June 16, that, throughout the 2026–2027 season, it will present 15 Well-Being Concerts, hour-long concert experiences that combine elements of mindfulness and deep listening with performance in an “immersive, nurturing space.” WMI said the lineup of concerts this season explores music as a shared space for […]

As the US marks its 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, organizers of the NY All White Caribbean Jerk Fest said on Monday, June 15, that veteran Jamaican reggae singer Mikey Spice will headline the 3rd Annual Festival at Brush Park, 555 South, 3rd Avenue, in Mount Vernon, New York, on […]

Jamaican dancehall recording artist Masicka is set to deliver what is being described as one of the most anticipated weekends in dancehall this year with the announcement of his new album, “Forever Reign.” The album is expected to arrive worldwide on Aug. 14, via Def Jam, followed by Masicka’s debut performance at Brooklyn’s Barclays Center […]

Dancehall superstar Dexta Daps is preparing to bring his highly successful “Champagne Tour’ to Newark, New Jersey this Friday, June 12, at the famed New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC). Before stepping on stage, however the entertainer granted a rare radio interview with host Garfield “The Kool One” Vassell on New York-based Roadblock radio.  Speaking […]

Sean Paul continues to prove why he remains one of the most commercially successful Caribbean artists in history following the completion of his highly successful “Timeless Tour,” a European run that attracted thousands of fans across the continent and reinforced dancehall’s enduring influence on the global music landscape, according to Jamaican-born entertainment publicist Ronnie Tomlinson. […]