Jamaica will posthumously honour Garnet “Garnett Silk” Smith with the Order of Distinction (Officer class) as part of the 2025 National Honours and Awards announced on 6 August. The investiture of insignia is scheduled for National Heroes’ Day, Monday, 20 October 2025, at King’s House, where more than 140 recipients will receive awards from the state. Garnet Silk, celebrated for his smooth tenor and message-driven repertoire—songs such as “Hello Africa,” “Love Is the Answer,” and “Mama”—is widely credited with helping to revive conscious, roots-based themes in early 1990s popular Jamaican music before his tragic death in a house fire in December 1994 at age 28. Family tributes, community legacy events during 2025, and music-industry commentary have framed the award as both overdue and culturally important, reinforcing Silk’s place in Jamaica’s cultural memory and offering a moment for renewed public engagement with his musical legacy.

Reggae legend Errol Dunkley has officially pulled out of the Reggae Revolution Japan Tour after clashing with promoter Anthony Selassie of Musical Attack Promotions. Scheduled to span 15 cities between August and September 2025, the tour has now been left in disarray. Dunkley announced via video messages that he would no longer perform in Japan, citing an irreconcilable breakdown with the promoter. Selassie responded with dismissive social media posts and vague statements, further fueling controversy. For reggae fans, the loss of Dunkley’s presence marks a major disappointment, while the incident highlights ongoing challenges Jamaican artists face when working abroad, particularly with promoter relations and trust in international markets.

Chef Iyah Vegan, a 16-year-old social media sensation, has released his debut cookbook, Iyah Vegan Kitchen: Jamaican-Inspired Delights, featuring easy, flavorful “ital” vegan recipes rooted in Jamaican tradition. With popular dishes like Ital Stew and Curry Chickpeas, the book brings vibrant island flavors to kitchens everywhere. Chef Iyah’s rise from Instagram-sharing home meals to published author reflects growing demand for authentic, plant-based Caribbean cooking. This cookbook aligns beautifully with Reggae Vibe Media’s mission of uplifting creative voices in reggae culture while encouraging wholesome living. By spotlighting Chef Iyah’s work, we’re endorsing a future where culture, health, and youth creativity intersect—and your readers can bring that with them, one recipe at a time.

Reggae legend Errol Dunkley has officially pulled out of the Reggae Revolution Japan Tour after clashing with promoter Anthony Selassie of Musical Attack Promotions. Scheduled to span 15 cities between August and September 2025, the tour has now been left in disarray. Dunkley announced via video messages that he would no longer perform in Japan, citing an irreconcilable breakdown with the promoter. Selassie responded with dismissive social media posts and vague statements, further fueling controversy. For reggae fans, the loss of Dunkley’s presence marks a major disappointment, while the incident highlights ongoing challenges Jamaican artists face when working abroad, particularly with promoter relations and trust in international markets.

Chef Iyah Vegan, a 16-year-old social media sensation, has released his debut cookbook, Iyah Vegan Kitchen: Jamaican-Inspired Delights, featuring easy, flavorful “ital” vegan recipes rooted in Jamaican tradition. With popular dishes like Ital Stew and Curry Chickpeas, the book brings vibrant island flavors to kitchens everywhere. Chef Iyah’s rise from Instagram-sharing home meals to published author reflects growing demand for authentic, plant-based Caribbean cooking. This cookbook aligns beautifully with Reggae Vibe Media’s mission of uplifting creative voices in reggae culture while encouraging wholesome living. By spotlighting Chef Iyah’s work, we’re endorsing a future where culture, health, and youth creativity intersect—and your readers can bring that with them, one recipe at a time.

Vybz Kartel has made history as the first and only dancehall artiste to sell out the main O2 Arena in London. Performing back-to-back shows on September 4 and 5, 2025, he drew 20,000 fans each night, marking an unprecedented moment for the genre. With guest appearances from Rvssian and Wizkid, Kartel delivered powerhouse performances despite an injured knee, ending each night with an emotional God Is the Greatest. Until now, no dancehall artiste had ever achieved such a feat at the O2, making Kartel’s accomplishment a landmark for Jamaican music and a clear signal of dancehall’s expanding global influence.