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Konshens Reclaims Joy on New Album, ‘Pool Party’
International dancehall powerhouse Konshens is back with Pool Party, his fifth studio album and a bold, infectious celebration of freedom,...
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Royal Blu celebrates his New Album “Spain Root”
On June 27th, the Harry J Studio celebrated the release of Royal Blu's long-awaited debut album, ushering in a new...
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Beenie Man Takes Over Tiny Desk, Proving the King’s Reign is Far From Over
In the confined, book-lined space of NPR’s office, a challenge was set: could the boundless energy of the King of...
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Protoje’s “Feel It” Is the Sensual Summer Anthem We’ve Been Waiting For
The Grammy-nominated artist drops a new single and video, perfectly timed for the summer heat. Two-time Grammy-nominated Jamaican artist Protoje...
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PiNK MONKEY’s Leap of Faith: ‘Nuh Response Riddim’ and the Rise of a New Dancehall Architect
Lebert Henry never set out to craft a defining moment in dancehall, at least not that day. But when the...
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The Art of Juggling Returns: Island.Wav Drops Roots-Driven Sacred Riddim
The spirit of classic reggae juggling is alive and well and Island.Wav is making sure of that. The Kingston-based production...
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Barbados’ Own Krisirie Set to Headline Worlds Collide
Barbados' vibrant music scene is getting a fresh boost with Krisirie's addition to the Worlds Collide Barbados lineup. This talented...
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Vybz Kartel Shuts Down Brooklyn With Two Historic, Sold-Out Nights at Barclays
The Worl’ Boss touches U.S. soil for the first time in over two decades—Brooklyn responded accordingly. After more than 20...
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Nailah Blackman to Headline SNL! Live at the Howard Theatre
The soca princess brings Trinidad Carnival energy to the U.S. capital this April Fresh off the jam-packed stages of Trinidad...
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Slow Wine Settings: Ruger and Kranium Deliver Heat in “Dudu”
When you think about the sound clash between Afrobeats and Dancehall, it’s like pepper and jerk — same fire, different...
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