Trending · October 29, 2026
Valiant has released his new single "Coverage" with an accompanying video, pairing the drop with a brief health update. "I'm recovering very well," the dancehall artist wrote on Instagram, thanking fans for their messages. He did not say what he is recovering from or offer a timeline, and it is not yet known whether the single is a standalone release or the first look at something bigger. The track is out now on all streaming platforms.
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Trending · October 29, 2026
Andrew Tosh and Anthony B led the musical salute to Peter Tosh at Tosh Fest 2026 at Woodstock Beach in Negril on October 17, marking 50 years of Legalize It, as patrons braved rain to honour the late singer. The celebration opened with Nyabinghi drumming and a legacy screening, with Mutabaruka, Medisun, Karbon, Dahvid Slur, Aza Lineage and Rory Stone Love also contributing. The wider commemorative week ran from October 14 to Peter Tosh's earthstrong on October 19 in Belmont, Westmoreland. Anthony B, on Reggae Vibe Media's interview shortlist, said he chose to follow Peter Tosh rather than follow the crowd.
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Trending · October 28, 2026
Masego's new single "Hello," featuring Buju Banton and taken from his album "Fix Your Face," flips Shawty Lo's 2008 hit "Dey Know" into a dancehall party, with a new video directed by Cam Hicks that puts both artists in the middle of a dancing crowd. The Jamaica-born, Virginia-raised Masego circles back to his roots, while Buju brings decades of dancehall weight to the record. The video arrives as Masego tours behind the album, leaving fans to wonder whether Buju will make a surprise appearance on any of the dates.
By Ras Mahddy
Trending · October 28, 2026
Squash was transferred to ICE custody on Tuesday after his release from the Federal Correctional Institution in Oakdale, Louisiana, ending a 27-month federal sentence for being an alien in possession of a firearm. As part of his guilty plea he acknowledged he would face removal proceedings, and his case will now go before an immigration judge. No confirmed deportation date has been provided, so any return to Jamaica awaits the outcome of those proceedings. The story contrasts with Rygin King's homecoming this week after months in US immigration detention.
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Trending · October 28, 2026
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Trending · October 27, 2026
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Trending · October 27, 2026
Popcaan joined Drake, Bow Wow, Sexyy Red and more for night two of Drake's 40th birthday celebrations in New York City, with the second night held at Lady Delilah on Drake's actual birthday, Saturday, October 24. Drake's father Dennis Graham and his godfather Hal gifted him a custom Birkin bag bearing the face of his mother Sandra Graham, and Drake gave flowers to Bow Wow and Lil Wayne during the night. Popcaan, who signed with Drake's OVO Sound label in 2019, was part of the inner-circle guest list — though his appearance does not confirm any upcoming collaboration or new release.
By Ras Mahddy
Trending · October 26, 2026
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Trending · October 26, 2026
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Trending · October 26, 2026
Beenie Man has apologised to Trinidad and Tobago in an Instagram post, admitting he "got the carnival history wrong" after mixing up Byron Lee's contribution to carnival in Jamaica with the wider history of the festival. He said Trinidad's carnival "has its own rich history, and I respect that," said he never intended to disrespect Trinidad's people or culture, thanked everyone who corrected him, and signed off "Still learning, always love. One Caribbean." Whether the apology fully settles the debate is still playing out across social media.
By Ras Mahddy
Trending · October 26, 2026
The 26th World Creole Music Festival closes tonight, Sunday, October 25, at Windsor Park Sports Stadium in Roseau, Dominica, headlined by Machel Montano, Maxi Priest, Uncle Waffles and Fridayy, with Diblo Dibala and a full Creole bill. After Capleton and Skillibeng opened Friday and Ne-Yo and Alkaline lit up Saturday, the finale spans soca, reggae, amapiano and soukous. It is the festival's biggest crossover night, and Maxi Priest gives the reggae lane its direct hook.
By Ras Mahddy
