PHOTOS BY: _BJAY2 This was the first time working with one of Jah young warriors just taking a step out into the real world. Fresh off his graduation, the “Fully Don” aka _BJay on IG got his feet wet with Reggae Vibe Media. These images will represent the mark of a new beginning as we […]
WILMINGTON, DE — Delaware Park Casino was the place to be on Sunday, June 14, 2026, as Reggae in the Park officially cemented its reputation as the largest Caribbean festival in the state. While the weather forecasters clocked the heat index well over 90°F, the real fire was inside the gates, where a massive crowd […]
The Jamaican music fraternity and global reggae fans are celebrating the life and enduring legacy of legendary singer-songwriter Glenroy "Ernie" Smith, who passed away on April 16, 2026, at the age of 80. A major tribute event organized by the Ministry of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport at the Ranny Williams Entertainment Centre in Kingston brought together family, fans, and musicians to honor his massive contributions to cultural heritage. Renowned for his distinct baritone voice and timeless hits like "Duppy Gunman" and the internationally acclaimed "Life Is Just For Living," Smith was a pioneer of early reggae who famously won Jamaica's first international music award in Japan in 1972. The local memorials highlighted his transition from secular storytelling to gospel reggae, ensuring his place as a permanent pillar of roots and culture.
Fresh off winning nine awards at the 2026 IRAWMA ceremony, including Entertainer of the Year, Vybz Kartel has officially announced the tracklist for his upcoming album, God & Time, dropping June 5. The star-studded project features international collaborations with Wizkid, Spice, Farruko, Shenseea, and Skillibeng. Most notably, the album features a historic reunion with former rival Mavado on the track "Hype Life," solidifying a major moment of unity in dancehall culture ahead of their joint headlining appearance at Reggae Sumfest.
Buju Banton has officially announced his new album Too Too Bad, scheduled for release on July 17, 2026. The project marks his return to VP Records after more than twenty years and appears to pay homage to his acclaimed 2006 dancehall album Too Bad. The announcement has generated significant excitement among reggae and dancehall fans, particularly because it suggests a renewed focus on the energetic dancehall sound that helped make Buju one of Jamaica's greatest artists. Supported by the successful single "Butterflies" and arriving alongside his Roots and Rhymes Summer Tour with Stephen Marley, Too Too Bad is already shaping up to be one of the most anticipated reggae and dancehall releases of the year.
