Port-of-Spain, Trinidad - Beautiful and immensely talented, Trinidad and Tobago Soca star on the rise, Jalessa Lazarus is set to perform in the upcoming semi- finals of the Junior Soca Monarch competition. ‘Waistline,’ a track written by Jason ‘Shaft’ Bishop and produced by Millbeats Entertainment, hears the 14-year-old speak on youths her age enjoying carnival, albeit without the vulgarity. She is conscious and smart. In fact, now being tutored at a private secondary institution, Jalessa balances her budding music career with academics and other performance art subjects that she enjoys.

Port-of-Spain, Trinidad - The mecca of the dominant carnival force on the planet, remains Trinidad and Tobago. Now, as the season’s prevalence captivates fun-seekers around the globe, one promotional team is adamant that the events on the Carnival calendar must stand up to the expectations of the masses.

Washington, DC - Get ready to turn up the volume loud and hit the dance floor with "Big People Party," the standout single from the much-anticipated Mature Movement Riddim. This fiery collaboration sees Edley Shine reunite with DJ BABY ACE to redefine the Dancehall scene!

Plantation, FL – The vibrant sounds of reggae filled the air Sunday, February 2nd as Reggae Genealogy 2025 transformed Broward Mall’s northeast quarter into a living history of Jamaican music. From the soulful melodies of mento to the high-energy beats of dancehall, the festival took more than 1,200 music lovers on an unforgettable journey through reggae’s evolution. Attendees, proudly dressed in black, green, and gold, embraced the celebration of Caribbean culture, making it a night to remember.

I-Octane is kicking off 2025 with the release of his highly anticipated new single, "Opportunist" featuring Shane O, set to debut on February 7. This powerful track explores the importance of cutting ties with energy drainers and protecting one’s peace an anthem for resilience in the face of adversity. The single serves as a preview of his upcoming album, God & I, which marks a return to his soulful reggae roots.

Port-of-Spain, Trinidad - “Out of the mouths of babes and sucklings”… and so it is that at just 11-years-old, one of Trinidad and Tobago’s rising superstars is calling on the nation to sing less dancehall and Trinibad music, and instead focus on the traditions of T&T. Yung Kyamani placed second in the 2024 Junior Soca Monarch competition. This season, the youngster whose family ties are linked to both Morvant and Carenage, is using his voice in multiple ways, delivering a remake to Machel Montano’s age- old hit, ‘Too Young to Soca,” while standing in support of the development of, and investment in T&T’s Soca and Calypso music.

Los Angeles, CA - There is double the excitement brewing for DJ Papalotl, aka Buttahfly, who is celebrating Reggae Month and her 30th DJ-versary!

LOS ANGELES – “Bob Marley: One Love – Music Inspired by the Film” won the 2025 Grammy Awards for “Best Reggae Album” during the 67th Grammy Awards here on Sunday night.

Isiah Mentor has fond memories of going to dances in Jamaica during the 1980s. It was a time when singers and deejays gave spontaneous performances on sound systems, and patrons danced together in similar fashion.

New York, NY - Multi-award-winning dancehall artist Sean Paul has never been one to chase trends. A globally renowned cultural force spent decades honing his craft, returns with “Nah Follow Dem” – a track that is both a hard-hitting sonic declaration and powerful expression of embracing authentic connections.

Miami, FL — Maroon Isle Productions proudly presents Oskuneru, a groundbreaking theatrical production that highlights the journey of the Surinamese Maroons towards self-liberation. This highly anticipated debut will take place in February 2025 at the  Art Lab, located at 300 NE 2nd Ave Building, Miami, FL. Written and directed by Miami-born and Suriname-raised playwright Sefanja Richard Galon, this immersive cultural experience aims to bring the resilience and triumph of the Maroons to life on an international stage in honor of Black History Month. This production is the result of years of development dedicated to preserving and sharing the untold stories of the Maroons. 

New York, New York — Renowned dancehall artist, Kemar Christopher Dwaine Ottey, popularly known as Ding Dong, has set the dancehall scene abuzz with his latest single, “Danca Bwoy.” The track, which delves into Ding Dong's journey in the music industry, highlights his achievements and addresses the criticisms he has faced throughout his career.