New York, NY – Internationally celebrated soca artist Kees Dieffenthaller, frontman of Kes the Band, has made history once again—this time as the first soca performer to sell out two SummerStage concerts at Central Park within hours of going on sale. Set for July 5 and July 6, 2025, these back-to-back sold-out shows mark a groundbreaking moment not only for Kees but for the entire Caribbean music scene.
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Kingston, Jamaica – Renowned Washington DC-based Caribbean culture & event brand HookieLife Entertainment is bringing its internationally celebrated event, ‘Release Therapy’ to Kingston for the very first time on Thursday April 24th 2025.
Port-of-Spain, Trinidad - His name, his face and his voice made up the now defunct, 3 Suns – a musical trio out of Trinidad and Tobago that once delivered songs like, ‘Carnival Darling,’ ‘Wha’s Da One’ and ‘Again and Again.’ Though now a solo artiste, Damian Oliverie remains a significant part of the entertainment landscape in T&T, but beyond that he is a father, husband and dear friend. On Carnival Sunday, at home in Trinidad and Tobago, a health emergency led to the artiste’s hospitalization and subsequent emergency surgery.
PORT OF SPAIN, Trinidad – Helon Francis won the Calypso Monarch crown here on Sunday night defeating preventing Soca superstar Machel Montano from repeating the feat he accomplished last year.
New York, NY – Dancehall sensation Ding Dong is set to turn the music world on its head with the release of his highly anticipated debut album From Ding Dong to World Ding, dropping May 2. Marking a powerful new chapter in his already trailblazing career, the album explores uncharted territory for the artist, offering fans a deeper look into the evolution of a “Danca Boy” into an international dancehall icon.
In the dark days of slavery, African-Americans on plantations used a unique way to record their marriages. They would jump a broom to signify their new beginning. Reggae singer Jahdon recently launched his Jumping The Broom line, an expansion of his Broomie collection. It was used in January by Canadian couple Elli Kozak and Cassandra Fultz for their wedding last January in Montego Bay. Francine Mamby, Jahdon’s wife and partner in Broomie, spoke about their latest product.
Port-of-Spain, Trinidad -For the very first time in the Trinidad and Tobago’s carnival space, an event that is focused entirely on the absolute enjoyment of all patrons, over all else, is being touted as a must attend fete. The food-inclusive shin dig, dubbed ‘Frolic’ is the brainchild of one of the country’s most pronounced radio personalities and hosts, Ken Simmons. This Friday, Ken’s highly anticipated, ‘Frolic’ debut will shut down any question surrounding the existing energy of Carnival Friday, laying to rest any concerns had about the vibe this once powerful and fantastic day on the carnival calendar, delivered to the world arriving on the island’s doorsteps.
Three years ago while visiting his mother in a Maryland hospital, P’damore said she enquired about his music career which he had put on hold for a nine-to-five job.
Lady Da Flame is continuing a vibrant spree of inspirational music with her new single "You Can Do It." A much needed source of motivation during times like these, "You Can Do It' sees the powerhouse vocalist moving minds, bodies and souls.
Dancehall star Shawn Ice says he's catching "Flights" not feelings this year! Music lovers should brace themselves for an amazing ride, as the wildly talented deejay is soaring with his new single "Flights."
New York, NY - Grammy Award winning Reggae icon Buju Banton is set to make history this summer as he becomes the first reggae artist to headline at the Planet Hollywood Las Vegas. Marking his long awaited return to the West Coast the Grammy-winning artist will bring his electrifying stage presence to Las Vegas and Los Angeles at Hollywood Palladium this summer, delivering an unforgettable experience for fans of all generations.
There was a time in Jamaican music when bands recorded songs, many of them hitting the charts. That changed during the late 1980s when it was no longer cool to play instruments.
Los Angeles, CA - There is much that can be said about music giant and cultural stalwart, Shinehead. One can start by acknowledging his amazingly diverse talent and creativity. The international artist makes the phrase "triple threat" look light. Shinehead excels as a singer, rapper, deejay and DJ. Wait, not finished yet, as his music boldly transcends Reggae, Hip Hop, Dancehall and R&B.
