Ryan Castro chatted with Billboard’s Ingrid Fajardo & Jessica Roiz on the red carpet of 2026 Billboard’s Latin Music Awards.

Paola Jara & Jessi Uribe chatted with Billboard’s Ingrid Fajardo & Jessica Roiz on the red carpet of 2026 Billboard’s Latin Music Awards.

Becky G chatted with Billboard’s Ingrid Fajardo & Jessica Roiz on the red carpet of 2026 Billboard’s Latin Music Awards.

The Spanish artist received the award at the 2026 Billboard Latin Music Awards on Thursday (Oct. 22).

The trailblazing música Mexicana group also performed at the ceremony, airing live on Telemundo.

Cristian Castro chatted with Billboard’s Ingrid Fajardo & Jessica Roiz on the red carpet of 2026 Billboard’s Latin Music Awards.

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Carlos Rivera, Ozuna, Manuel Turizo, Ivy Queen, Wisin, Pablo Alborán, Santos Bravos, Xavi & more are taking the stage in Miami.

See all the fashions ahead of the Billboard Latin Music Awards in Miami.

Check out what Raye had to say in the winners room about perseverance, mental health and staying independent after she scored Mercury Prize gold for 'This Music May Contain Hope' The post Raye on the “best birthday present” of her Mercury Prize win: “I just feel seriously seen” appeared first on NME.

The artist will feature in the gothic film based on Peter Cameron's novel, What Happens at Night

She beat out Sir Paul McCartney, Olivia Dean, Jade, Nia Archives, and more

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She reportedly makes a cameo in What Happens At Night with Leonardo DiCaprio and Jennifer Lawrence

The rapper and social media personality is allegedly connected to over 500 EBT fraud incidents in Georgia

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Musician will release “Tom and Jerry,” his first single since his 2021’s Sob Rock, on the his new label

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Lead single “Zilla” features rapping on a camel in front of the Great Pyramid

Oh and also Gracie Abrams

Joseph Strange, who worked for rapper for 14 years, faces five years in prison on charge of criminal infringement of a copyright

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As Tobago Carnival looms, one artiste who wears the hat of DJ as well, is being singled out as an example of cultural ambassadors who seldom receive the love and support they tremendously deserve. Trendsetter Goofy, a Soca artist and international DJ from Tobago. In 2025, he took a significant step forward with his first […]

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The two bands are linking up for a run through Mexico and the southern U.S.

Dancehall star Spice receives a Philanthropist Award from St. Catherine High School for community service, hurricane relief and Jamaican cultural impact.

The rapper-producer is trekking between North America and Europe from the winter through spring

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“I do not support genocide, the killing of innocent people, or the suffering of women, children, and families,” singer writes

In the wake of news on Wednesday, October 21st, that Caypsonian, Brother Valentino has passed away, Calypso Queen, Terri Lyons has expressed deep sadness, saying she feels an immense sense of loss for the Artform and for her country, Trinidad and Tobago. Brother Valentino was 85 years old. He was born in Grenada but moved […]

Flex denied being assaulted, accusing Shadow Stokes of attempting to “bait” him into a lawsuit

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Frank Marshall’s Fleetwood Mac: The Chain arrives in January on Apple TV

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Twentieth-anniversary celebration of Back to Black in London also featured Salaam Remi, Yebba, Lianne La Havas, the Amy Winehouse Band and more

One music fan said the idea "sounds so wrong", while another dubbed the singer "Spliff Richard" The post Cliff Richard says he’s “learning reggae” for new version of ‘The Lord Is My Shepherd’ for Christmas single appeared first on NME.

Fleetwood Mac: The Chain hits Apple TV in January

She’ll unvault the 16-track Tex Mex Tapes on January 15

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Masicka and Damian Marley take reggae's No. 1 as Malie Donn and Shaneil Muir battle for dancehall dominance and Carnival 2027 soca releases gain traction.

Josh Homme and the band also gave “Where the Goth Girls At?” its live debut on Fallon

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French duo drop teaser video ahead of 2027 collaboration with toymakers

Curaçao welcomed 63,565 stayover visitors in September 2026, up 18%, as Caribbean arrivals surged 37%. What does the boom mean for the island?

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The Austin rock trio has also shared two new songs, one about dating a dolphin

And so is the Alive 2007 pyramid

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The legacy of Brother Valentino, the Grenada-born calypsonian whose songs challenged injustice and championed Black consciousness.

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The Why Don’t We singer took the stand for the first time to testify about an alleged dark-web murder-for-hire plot targeting him

With essays from Lorde, Debbie Harry, Karl Ove Knausgaard, and more

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The Irish rock band broke out Dopamine Chamber songs and more for their special 45-minute set

The trio will be rockin’ a city near you next spring

The long-awaited Watch Dis features Travis Scott, Summer Walker, Quavo, G Herbo, Lil Baby, Kodak Black, and more

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Tenor saxophonist David Murray is one of the most important jazz musicians of the last five decades, though it sometimes seems like he’s slipped into elder statesmanhood quietly and without fanfare.  The post David Murray, Year One appeared first on Stereogum.

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The trio will perform material from All The King’s Men on the road come spring

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Listen to “I Love You” from Legendary Love

Will they land Angine de Pawtrine to open?

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Alec Ounsworth and co. will also tour in 2027

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Listen to “White Flag” from the UK duo’s Peace + War

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Whait will release their debut LP in February

Tobago’s new East Terminal at ANR Robinson International Airport is now in operation, marking a major step in the island’s drive to grow tourism and improve international access.  The two-storey, 25,500-square-metre facility began flight operations on Wednesday 14 October 2026, a day after its official opening. National and Tobago officials at the ceremony included Prime […] The post Tobago opens new airport terminal as tourism push gathers pace  appeared first on Soca News.

Slug features contributions from Lauren Duffus, Eartheater, George Riley, Clark, and Sassy 009

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It’s out November 6

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“Part of me wanted to quit filmmaking, move back to Greece, and become an olive farmer”

Songwriter Aviel Hirschfield claims his reference track is a smoking gun. Now you can hear the audio that he says proves it

The band have canceled a forthcoming tour but are currently keeping December dates in New York and Philadelphia

The British punk duo also shared two new songs, including one about "a sad little man who gets radicalised by the manosphere"

Montserrat’s Orinthia Lloyd has been crowned Miss Caribbean UK 2026 after the pageant’s 12th grand finale at the Shaw Theatre in London on Saturday 17 October.  Lloyd claimed the title from a field of seven finalists, succeeding Grenada’s Zhané Fritz, the 2025 winner.  She was one of two Montserrat representatives in the final, alongside Bykisa […] The post Montserrat’s Orinthia Lloyd crowned Miss Caribbean UK 2026  appeared first on Soca News.

Anitta, Silvana Estrada, Mon Laferte, and Daddy Yankee will also take the stage in Las Vegas

Viking Ding Dong honours Superblue’s legacy in the video for his new release, Soca Baptist, while signalling his own place in the next generation of Trinidad and Tobago soca artists ahead of Trinidad Carnival 2027.  Filmed beside a river and waterfall, the video’s defining moment shows Superblue handing his trademark blue scarf to Ding Dong, […] The post Viking Ding Dong honours Superblue in Soca Baptist video  appeared first on Soca News.

Grenadian soca artist Blaka Dan has joined forces with Trinidad and Tobago singer College Boy Jesse for the new single My Time Now, released ahead of Trinidad Carnival 2027.  Released on Monday 19 October 2026, the track was produced and arranged by Damion “Pappy Boi” La Pompe of Loyalty Family Productions. It was written by […] The post Blaka Dan and College Boy Jesse team up for new soca release My Time Now  appeared first on Soca News.

St. Kitts is calling on its UK diaspora to fly home with family and friends this Christmas through the new SKN Jet Home Challenge, with the largest qualifying group set to win exclusive Sugar Mas experiences.  Launched on Tuesday 13 October 2026, the competition is open until Monday 30 November to Kittitians who have booked […] The post St. Kitts launches UK diaspora challenge ahead of Sugar Mas  appeared first on Soca News.

Contemporary artist Karla Cornwall will present Flow: The Art of Letting Go Revisited at the Trinidad and Tobago High Commission in London as part of Black History Month 2026. The solo exhibition revisits and expands on Cornwall’s Flow: The Art of Letting Go collection, which explores healing, transformation and personal growth through textile-based and mixed-media […] The post Karla Cornwall revisits Flow exhibition for Black History Month appeared first on Soca News.

She claims her successor seized control of the iconic music venue through improper means

Naomi McPherson is searching for “the grandchild of the warlock whose curse is wreaking havoc on my life”

GRAND ANSE, GRENADA — The eighth edition of the 12°N, 61°W Grenada Film Festival opened on October 18, 2026, bringing Caribbean storytelling, independent cinema and cultural expression into the spotlight. Running through October 25 at Movie Palace in Grand Anse, the festival celebrates the power of film to explore the histories, experiences and identities that connect generations. This year's theme, “ROOTS: What We Inherit,” invites audiences to reflect on the traditions, memories and...

Droop Lion and Polish producer K-Jah Sound have joined forces for ROAR, an eight-track solid roots reggae album that brings together years of musical collaboration between the two artists. The album will also receive a limited vinyl release in January 2027. For World A Reggae, this release has a special connection. Both Droop Lion and K-Jah […] The post Droop Lion set to release appeared first on World A Reggae Entertainment.

Sometimes, with dozens of new releases coming out every week, you kinda lose track of artists who have been around for years and are still steadily releasing new music. One of those artists is I-Octane, who recently reminded World A Reggae through an Instagram DM to check out his latest video release, “God & I.” […] The post God & I – I-Octane (Music Video) appeared first on World A Reggae Entertainment.

After several months of individual releases, Ghetto Youths International has released the complete No Better Riddim compilation, produced by Damian “Jr. Gong” Marley. The 16-track project celebrates Jamaica’s long-standing one-riddim or “juggling” tradition, where different artists record their own songs over the same instrumental. This format has been part of reggae and dancehall culture for decades, […] The post Ghetto Youths International’s ‘No Better Riddim’ Keeps Juggling Tradition Alive appeared first on World A Reggae Entertainment.

As we have written before, World A Reggae has a big soft spot for African reggae, and that love has only been growing lately, with a steady flow of proper roots reggae productions coming from the Motherland. While dancehall continues to dominate much of Jamaica’s mainstream music scene, the island is still producing plenty of […] The post Tugendere Awo – Sama Sojah (Musc Video) appeared first on World A Reggae Entertainment.

Caribbean cuisine and Black talent across the UK hospitality industry were celebrated at the fifth annual Be Inclusive Hospitality Spotlight Awards, held at Quaglino’s in London on Monday 12 October 2026.  The ceremony brought together 300 industry professionals to recognise chefs, restaurants, drinks specialists, writers and businesses making their mark across the sector. Finalists came […] The post Caribbean cuisine celebrated at Be Inclusive Hospitality Spotlight Awards  appeared first on Soca News.

 Sometimes people disappoint you, but you still can’t give up on mankind. “Mankind… The post ALYZE DI SINGER – MANKIND NUH GOOD appeared first on Dancehallarena.com. Home Of Reggae & Dancehall.

Title: Stop the Truck Artiste: Saddious Genre: Dancehall Label: Black Satin Music To have… The post SADDIOUS – STOP THE TRUCK (EXPLICIT & RADIO) – BLACK SATIN MUSIC appeared first on Dancehallarena.com. Home Of Reggae & Dancehall.

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Trinidad and Tobago will rename Queen’s Park Savannah Grand Stand for Mighty Sparrow, as regional leaders call for his music to be taught in schools.

Jamaica will make history on the international pageant stage this October as Vaughn Miller becomes the first Jamaican to compete in Mister Model International. The 2026 edition marks the competition’s 10th anniversary, with the grand final scheduled for October 26, 2026. A proud Jamaican, U.S. military service member, model, and entrepreneur, Miller brings a story rooted in faith, discipline, perseverance, and national pride. Having represented Jamaica on other pageant stages, he now enters...

Jamaica’s filmmakers are challenging a long history of outside portrayals, turning the camera toward enslavement, colonial violence, ancestral memory and the island’s right to tell its own stories. Storm Saulter’s supernatural television series Possession is a striking example of this movement. In reporting published October 16, 2026, The Guardian examines how Jamaican and diaspora filmmakers are confronting difficult historical subjects while challenging exoticized portrayals of the...

Trinidad and Tobago will hold a state-assisted funeral for calypsonian Dr Slinger “Mighty Sparrow” Francisco today, Friday 16 October 2026, at the National Academy for the Performing Arts (NAPA) in Port of Spain. Sparrow died in Queens, New York, on Sunday 27 September 2026, aged 91, following a brief illness. His body arrived in Trinidad […] The post Trinidad and Tobago to honour Mighty Sparrow with national farewell appeared first on Soca News.

Federal prison officials have denied claims that Sean “Diddy” Combs was involved in a physical altercation with Jamaican Christopher “Dudus” Coke, casting doubt on reports that the music mogul sustained a head injury during a fight at FCI Fort Dix in New Jersey. According to an October 15, 2026 report from TMZ, the U.S. Bureau of Prisons said the reported confrontation did not happen. The denial follows widespread coverage of allegations linking Coke, a former Jamaican criminal figure, to an...

Shaneil Muir and Richie Stephens Take No. 1 as Malie Donn Maintains Digital Dominance By Dante Jackson, Entertainment Editor | Caribbean EMagazine The competition across Caribbean music is becoming increasingly interesting as October reaches its midpoint. Dancehall's digital leaders are facing stronger competition from records dominating Jamaica's traditional music scene, reggae has a new No. 1, and the approaching Carnival 2027 season is bringing a growing selection of soca releases. For...

Reggae legends Third World and The Legendary Wailers will bring timeless Jamaican music to South Florida on October 17 for a free outdoor celebration at the Dennis C. Moss Cultural Arts Center. Reggae fans in South Florida are in for a special musical celebration as two of Jamaica’s most influential reggae acts, Third World and The Legendary Wailers, headline the free Backyard Bash concert on Saturday, October 17, 2026, at 7 p.m. at the Dennis C. Moss Cultural Arts Center in Cutler Bay,...

As RumFest prepares to celebrate its 20th anniversary this weekend, founder Ian Burrell reflects on the vision behind the festival, the Caribbean’s central place in its identity and the changing global rum industry. In this Q&A, he discusses the challenges of RumFest’s early years, the producers who have inspired him, the importance of education and […] The post Ian Burrell reflects on 20 years of RumFest appeared first on Soca News.

Christopher “Dudus” Coke, the former Jamaican crime figure and reputed Shower Posse leader, has had his projected release date from a United States federal prison pushed back by nearly one year, according to updated information attributed to the U.S. Federal Bureau of Prisons (BOP). Coke, 57, was previously scheduled to be released on January 29, 2028. His updated federal inmate record lists January 28, 2029, a change of 365 days. The development was reported by the Jamaica Observer on...

Discover the best of Trinidad and Tobago, from breathtaking beaches and lush rainforests to vibrant culture, unforgettable food, and beautiful places to stay. Trinidad and Tobago is one of the Caribbean's most fascinating destinations, offering travelers two distinctly different island experiences in one unforgettable vacation. While Trinidad pulses with energy, music, cultural festivals, and extraordinary culinary traditions, Tobago invites visitors to slow down and discover pristine...

Music mogul reportedly suffered a head injury following an alleged confrontation with the former Tivoli Gardens strongman at a New Jersey federal prison. American music mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs reportedly suffered a serious head injury following a violent confrontation with notorious Jamaican drug kingpin Christopher “Dudus” Coke inside a federal prison in New Jersey, according to new allegations published Wednesday, October 14, 2026. The reported altercation occurred at the Federal...

Produced by Damian “Jr. Gong” Marley, the 16-track No Better Riddim compilation arrives October 16, 2026, featuring Romain Virgo, Alaine, Richie Spice, Queen Omega, Sevana, Jaz Elise and more. KINGSTON, JAMAICA — October 14, 2026 — Grammy Award-winning reggae artist and producer Damian “Jr. Gong” Marley is bringing together some of reggae's most recognizable voices and emerging talents for No Better Riddim, a 16-track compilation scheduled for release on Friday, October 16, through Ghetto...

Carnival shows how personal style can turn familiar materials, colours and traditions into something unmistakably individual. That same instinct appears far beyond the parade route, influencing the clothes people wear, the spaces they decorate and the vehicles they drive.  The problem is that daily life often rewards uniformity. Similar products fill the shops and practical […] The post How to express your individuality through everyday personalisation appeared first on Soca News.

Jamaican singer, musician, and producer Vassell Meka pays tribute to one of reggae’s most respected songwriters, Bob Andy, with his interpretation of the 1983 classic “Rasta Reggae Music.” Originally released on Bob Andy’s Friends album, the song gets a fresh roots reggae treatment, combining live instrumentation, soulful vocals, and a deep respect for the original. The release honors Andy  the Jamaican singer-songwriter […] The post Rasta Reggae Music – Vassell Meka appeared first on World A Reggae Entertainment.

Jamaica’s highly anticipated BZR WKND marquee concert, originally scheduled for Sunday, October 18, 2026, at the National Stadium in Kingston, has been postponed to Sunday, December 20, 2026, following the withdrawal of its original headline act, American rapper Cardi B. The announcement, made by organizers on Tuesday, October 13, comes just five days before the concert was scheduled to take place. In a statement shared publicly, organizers attributed the postponement to circumstances beyond...

Jamaican dancehall artiste Charly Black is appealing for the return of jewellery valued at approximately US$8,500 (KSh1.1 million) after the expensive pieces went missing following a recent performance in Kenya. The Gyal You a Party Animal hitmaker revealed the loss during an appearance on the Kenyan entertainment programme Obinna Live, explaining that he had been wearing the jewellery during his performance before discovering it was missing. According to the entertainer, the missing pieces...

The opening weekend was sold out and deservedly so. Now, with Queen’s Hall the next big weekend on October 30th and 31st, The Best Little Whorehouse in Guapo is likely to pull another enthusiastic crowd in T&T. Penelope Spencer at the helm, CPR Productions has served up an adaptation of the original, ‘The Best Little […]

Set for November 7 in Portmore, the BRUV Musiq Festival will bring together Tanya Stephens, I Wayne, Warrior King, Zebra and other established performers, reigniting an important conversation about preserving reggae and dancehall's musical legacy. PORTMORE, JAMAICA — At a time when much of the Caribbean entertainment industry is focused on viral hits, streaming numbers and the next breakout sensation, the upcoming BRUV Musiq Festival is turning its attention to artists whose music helped...

From Jamaica’s dominance in culture and tourism to Saint Lucia’s romantic escapes and Dominica’s natural wonders, the 2026 World Travel Awards reveal the Caribbean destinations setting new standards for travel, luxury, sustainability and unforgettable experiences. The Caribbean’s most celebrated travel destinations have taken center stage following the announcement of the 2026 World Travel Awards, with Jamaica, Turks and Caicos, Saint Lucia, Anguilla, Bonaire, Dominica, and Saint Vincent and...

The race for the 2027 Grammy Award for Best Reggae Album is shaping up to be fiercely competitive, with a reported record 119 albums submitted for consideration at the 69th Annual Grammy Awards. From Vybz Kartel and Buju Banton to Chronixx, Protoje and Ziggy Marley, the field reflects the breadth of reggae and dancehall. According to music industry publication World Music Views, the reported 119 entries represent an increase of approximately 63 percent over the 73 albums entered for the 2026...

Prior to the transition of one of the Caribbean’s most celebrated artistes, one man had an interaction with him that he will forever remember. Burt Marcellin, founder of Brass 2 The World and Monday Mas band, Blow Mano Blow, experienced the greatness of the Mighty Sparrow – Slinger Francisco, in quite a special way, prior […]

Azizzi Romeo presented his new album Signs of the Time this October 2nd, a roots reggae project connecting his own musical journey with the legacy of his father, the late Max Romeo. World A Reggae already touched on that connection earlier with the release of the album’s title track, “Signs Of The Time,” a collaboration between […] The post Interview: Azizzi Romeo Carries the Roots Forward on ‘Signs of the Time’ appeared first on World A Reggae Entertainment.

Canadian talent Kairo McLean teams up with World A Reggae family Ras Jammy of Suns of Dub for “Fire Blaze (Sandokhan),” the first single from The Scorcher EP. Produced by Ras Jammy, the track brings Kairo’s distinctive vocal style together with a heavy dub and soundsystem production. The composition comes from Roots Legacy and Ras Jammy, while legendary […] The post Fire Blaze (Sandokhan) – Kairo McLean appeared first on World A Reggae Entertainment.

Considered one of the current greats in African reggae, Guinean artist Takana Zion celebrated Guinea’s independence in a big way on October 2, with a sold-out show at the stadium in Conakry and the simultaneous release of three new albums: Few Words, Black Mafia 10 and Black Mafia 11. With Black Mafia 10 and Black Mafia 11, he continues to explore a […] The post Takana Zion celebrates Guinea with 3! new albums! appeared first on World A Reggae Entertainment.

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“We’re trying to keep everything as tight lipped as possible.” The words of Meagan Monsegue, Franchise holder for Dîner en Blanc, Port-of-Spain. On Monday, October 5th, the media got a sneak peak into what’s to come for this year’s exclusive experience, which takes place on November 14th, at a secret location. Dîner en Blanc was […]

Dutch-Surinamese artist Jah Decko presents his new 13-track album Love Who Loves You Back, his first album entirely in English. After more than two decades in music, the album also marks a step toward reaching a wider international audience. The album is firmly rooted in roots reggae, with live instrumentation playing an important role throughout. […] The post ‘Love Who Loves You Back’, Jah Decko’s new roots album is out now! appeared first on World A Reggae Entertainment.

Swiss reggae band Breakfast Mood is back with their new single Born To Go On, a track that brings some of the warmth of early ’80s reggae while dealing with nostalgia, memories, and the need to keep moving forward. Born To Go On combines warm melodies with a touch of melancholy and a deep, steady riddim. The […] The post Breakfast Mood: ‘Born To Go On’ appeared first on World A Reggae Entertainment.

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The ground has been calling for it – the return of the International Soca Monarch competition in Trinidad and Tobago. Now there’s news that the the competition will return in Carnival 2027 under the theme, Trinidad and Tobago vs The World. One artiste, true to the authenticity of the culture, says it’s great news. Ebuzztt […]

The Trinidad and Tobago Carnival Museum which occupied the occupied the iconic Penny Bank building in Port of Spain, has been forced to close. A media statement issued by director and chairman of the NGO, Mr. Kenny Attai, attributes the regrettable outcome to a lack of government and corporate support. The Carnival Museum was incorporated […]

Pioneering Canadian emcee, producer, and record executive Kardinal Offishall has released his 6th solo studio album Firestarter Vol.2: Everyday, Sometimes, out now on all streaming platforms via Kardi’s own Black Stone Colleagues label. The 10-song tour de force bears Kardinal’s production fingerprint on 8 tracks and includes an all-star cast of guest features from around the globe including Black Thought, Stove […]

On the heels of his passing, the Caribbean community immediately drew for the memories of his heyday, but for those who knew him best, moments shared intimately with The Mighty Sparrow through musical interaction and opportunities presented, will continue to be a solemn reminder of the human being that he was. Soca King, Machel Montano […]