Music News
(Caribbean News Weekly) – The Queen of Dancehall, Spice, and her powerhouse crew, Spice Army, have claimed victory at the Red Bull Culture Clash 2025 in London, solidifying their dominance in the world of sound system clashes. Taking place at DRUMSHEDS on March 8, the event saw a sold-out crowd of 10,000 fans witnessing a […]
(Caribbean News Weekly) – Reggae icons Sting and Shaggy recently brought their latest single, Til A Mawnin, to live television audiences with performances on LIVE with Kelly and Mark and The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon. Their whirlwind trip to New York City showcased the infectious energy of their new track, marking a major milestone in its growing success. […]
(Caribbean New Weekly) – Gospel artist Kirk Franklin has issued a public apology after facing backlash from conservative Christians in Jamaica for his performance attire during the “Fun in the Son” concert last April. The annual event, organized by Best Dressed Chicken, a brand under the Jamaica Broilers Group, is known for its commitment to […]
(Caribbean Loop)- Damian “Junior Gong” Marley is advocating for more Caribbean countries to remove restrictions around the use of marijuana. During his appearance on Night Two of the World Creole Music Festival in Dominica on October 26, the 46-year-old, who has been an advocate for the use of marijuana in both religious and personal use, […]
(Caribbean News Weekly) – Queen of Dancehall Spice has added another accolade to her illustrious career, officially receiving her platinum plaque from Canada for her chart-topping single “Go Down Deh.” The track, which features fellow Jamaican music legends Shaggy and Sean Paul, is from her Grammy-nominated album 10 and has solidified its status as a […]
(Caribbean News Weekly) – Minna LaFortune has officially entered her holiday album, Caribbean Christmas, for the 67th Grammy Awards. The album, which has received widespread acclaim, has been submitted in the Best Reggae Album category, while the single “Christmas is the Reason” is in the running for Best Global Music Performance. Caribbean Christmas offers a vibrant fusion […]
(Caribbean National Weekly) – When Buju Banton and Capleton collaborate, the result is always magical. Now, with the addition of BL Tha Hook Slayer, their latest effort, “This Is How We Roll,” has become a true work of art. Currently sitting at No. 3 on the USA iTunes Top 200 Reggae Songs Chart, the track […]
(Hola) – Legendary musician and undisputed queen of percussion, Sheila E., is poised to mesmerize her fans and Latin music enthusiasts worldwide with the imminent release of her highly anticipated debut salsa album, “Bailar.” This landmark project showcases Sheila E.‘s unparalleled versatility and undeniable talent. “Bailar” promises to be an electrifying musical odyssey that seamlessly blends […]
(Urban Islandz) – Did Nicki Minaj just reveal a possible Rihanna feature on the deluxe version of Pink Friday 2? Pink Friday 2, Nicki’s most anticipated album yet has aged quite well in its early life, already becoming a record-breaking, chart-topping, industry-shaking, Gold-certified hit in its newly minted debut. While the sequel has already far exceeded expectations, Nicki fulfilled her […]
(Caribbean National Weekly) – Jamaican entertainer Capleton is one of the most consistent artistes in reggae-dancehall. He arrived on the scene in the late 1980s and began delivering hits from the very beginning. In 2023, the man affectionately referred to as King Shango is still at it. Capleton’s latest single is Watch Out Fi Dem, […]
