Nigerian banku pioneer Mr Eazi has tapped dancehall super-producer Dre Skull to harness that energy for a new dancehall-inspired mixtape titled “Yard & Yanga.” And they’re bringing King of Dancehall Vybz Kartel along for the ride.
Jihyo, Shenseea Collab On New K-Pop Track “Distant Lover”
Jihyo is set to collaborate with singer Shenseea on the new single “Distant Lover,” marking her latest international music project.
Rapper Cardi B Wins Court Victory as Tasha K Agrees to US$60,000 Settlement Over Defamation Case Violations
Rapper Cardi B has secured another court victory after Tasha K agreed to pay US$60,000 for violating a non-disparagement agreement tied to the rapper’s 2022 defamation case.
The settlement resolves contempt proceedings over alleged social media posts about Cardi B and others.
Minister Audrey Marks Denies Initiating Third Country National (TCN) MOU, Says Proposal Originated with US
Minister Audrey Marks said media reports wrongly conflated the proposed Third Country National (TCN) Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with a separate proposal she developed in 2025 to recruit skilled foreign workers to Jamaica.
She said the Third Country National (TCN) arrangement originated with the United States, which approached Jamaica in January 2026.
NHT Introduces New Measures to Boost Homeownership
The National Housing Trust (NHT) has introduced new policy changes effective July 1 to expand access to affordable homeownership for contributors.
Key measures include a Young Adult Deposit Loan of up to $2 million for contributors aged 18–35, and an increase in housing unit allocation for young adults from 10% to 20%.
Public-sector workers will also benefit from reduced interest rates in selected developments.
Jahmeil’s Against All Odds Coming Soon
Dancehall artiste Jahmiel is gearing up to release his fourth studio album, Against All Odds, adding to a discography that includes 2019’s Great Man, 2022’s Legend and 2024’s Nirvana.
Buju Banton and Stephen Marley’s Tour Expands
Reggae greats Buju Banton and Stephen Marley embarked this summer on their historic Roots and Rhythm Tour but are still adding musicians to their already star-studded lineup. Latest additions are reggae artiste Lila Ike, dancehall artiste Skillibeng, and veteran in the music space Gramps Morgan.
Montego Bay Is Ready For Dream Weekend 2026
Popular party series Dream Weekend will be making its debut in Montego Bay, St. James come July 30-Aug. 3.
WhatsApp to let people chat with usernames
WhatsApp users will soon get the option of going by usernames instead of phone numbers.
Skatta Burrell talks Support for “Taste Of Sumfest”- Gaza vs. Gully
Producer Skatta Burrell is thrilled to see the support for “Taste Of Sumfest”.