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Trending · October 26, 2026

Beenie Man Apologises to Trinidad and Tobago: "Still Learning, Always Love. One Caribbean."

By Ras Mahddy

Trending · October 26, 2026

Beenie Man Apologises to Trinidad and Tobago, Admits He Got Carnival History Wrong

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

WCMF Closing Night Tonight: Machel Montano, Maxi Priest, Uncle Waffles and Fridayy Shut Down Dominica

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

Trending · October 25, 2026

WCMF Night Two Tonight: Ne-Yo Headlines, Alkaline Brings the Dancehall Heat to Dominica

By Ras Mahddy

Trending · October 25, 2026

Shenseea Teases 'Garden' Project for November 6 Release

Shenseea teased a new project arriving November 6 with a short Instagram post reading "GARDEN…🌺 on my project releasing NOV 6!" Whether "Garden" is a song, the project title, or a theme is still unconfirmed, and no tracklist, cover art, features, or format have been announced yet. The release follows her 2022 debut album "Alpha" and her confessional September single "Vulnerability," leaving fans debating whether the new project leans dancehall, crossover, or both.

By Ras Mahddy

Trending · October 24, 2026

Should a Dancehall Record Be Filed in a Rap Category? Beenie Man’s “305/876” Grammy Play Sparks the Debate

Beenie Man’s “305/876” featuring Rick Ross and Rènata has been submitted for Grammy consideration in Best Melodic Rap Performance — a submission, not a nomination. The filing has sparked debate over whether a dancehall-rooted record belongs in a rap category, or whether the crossover is exactly the point. As a second, distinct Grammy play alongside the Global-category submission for “For You,” it tests how far Beenie Man’s music can travel.

By Ras Mahddy

Trending · October 24, 2026

Yung Miami Drops Debut Album 'Watch Dis' With Vybz Kartel, Shenseea and Davido on International 'Spend Dat' Remix

Yung Miami's debut solo album "Watch Dis" arrived October 23 with a closing "Spend Dat" remix featuring Vybz Kartel, Shenseea and Davido, bridging Miami rap, dancehall and Afrobeats. The 12-track project places "Spend Dat" on the tracklist three times, alongside hometown features from Rick Ross, Trina and Trick Daddy on "Dade County." Kartel and Shenseea's reunion recalls their 2016 breakout "Loodi," while Davido's presence extends the track's reach across the global diaspora.

By Ras Mahddy

Trending · October 23, 2026

Should a Dancehall Anthem Be Filed Under "Global"? Beenie Man's "For You" Files for Grammy Consideration

Beenie Man has submitted his posse cut "For You" — featuring Snoop Dogg, Elephant Man, Stefflon Don, Shaneil Muir, D'Yani, Tifa, Vanessa Bling, Kraff and Pamputtae, produced by Kemar McGregor — for Grammy consideration in Best Global Music Performance, not the reggae field. The filing has split dancehall fans: is it a smart play for a standout single, or proof the Grammys still don't know where to put dancehall? A submission is not a nomination — now the Academy's voters decide.

By Ras Mahddy

Trending · October 23, 2026

Big Move or Chasing Crossover? Beenie Man's "305/876" Lands on New York Hip-Hop Radio

Beenie Man launching "305/876" with Rènata and Rick Ross on HOT 97 via Funk Flex has split dancehall fans: is premiering on a New York hip-hop station a bold power move or a crossover chase? This companion piece lays out both sides of the argument — Miami and Kingston's long musical bond versus the worry that veterans trade authenticity for American airplay. It ends where the audience comes in: where do you stand?

By Ras Mahddy

Trending · October 23, 2026

Vybz Kartel Says He Has "Nothing to Prove" as New Album 'The Sun' Drops December 18

By Ras Mahddy

Trending · October 22, 2026

Rygin King Touches Down in Jamaica After Months in ICE Detention — 'The Ting Tuff' Is Home

Rygin King landed in Jamaica on Thursday, October 22, ending months in U.S. immigration detention. According to DancehallMag, the 'Tuff' deejay chose home over continued custody amid health concerns, opting for what sources described as 'voluntary deportation.' His return follows the reported dismissal of the New York weapons case that complicated his proceedings, though his U.S. immigration future remains unresolved.

By Ras Mahddy