Month: June 2026

Cardi B, Doechii, Tems, Queen Latifah and more set to headline one of the year’s most anticipated entertainment events The countdown is on for the 2026 BET Awards, as some of the biggest names in music, film, sports, and entertainment prepare to gather for one of the most important celebrations of Black excellence in the […]

Three-day celebration of reggae, dub and sound system culture returns to Limoges from June 18-20 Kingston, Jamaica – Reggae and dub enthusiasts from across Europe are preparing for the return of the Reggae Dub Nation Festival, as the event’s third edition brings an international lineup of roots reggae legends, dub pioneers and contemporary performers to […]

Roots reggae icons to share the stage in Lyon on July 7 Kingston, Jamaica – Reggae fans across Europe are preparing for a rare opportunity to witness two of the genre’s most influential acts on the same stage when Burning Spear and Steel Pulse perform together in Lyon, France, on July 7, 2026. The highly […]

Roots reggae, food sovereignty and community empowerment take centre stage on July 11 KINGSTON, Jamaica — Kingston’s annual celebration of roots reggae, family values and community empowerment is set to return this summer as the Conscious Reggae Concert (CRC): Family Unity Fest prepares for its third staging on Saturday, July 11, 2026. Held under the […]

Melody Makers member introduces a new live performance experience inspired by her debut solo album KINGSTON, Jamaica — Acclaimed singer, songwriter and Melody Makers member Sharon Marley has introduced a new chapter in her artistic journey, presenting her first-ever acoustic showcase of songs from her debut solo album, Firebird, during a recent performance at Kingston […]

Marley legacy, veteran stars and emerging artists fuel discussion ahead of Grammy nomination season Kingston, Jamaica – With several months remaining before Grammy nominations are announced, conversations are already intensifying across the reggae industry about which artists could emerge as contenders for the Best Reggae Album category at the 2027 Grammy Awards. While nominations are […]

Dancehall-reggae artist’s latest EP reaches No. 4 on iTunes Reggae Albums Chart and expands his global footprint KINGSTON, Jamaica — International dancehall-reggae recording artist Vershon is celebrating a major milestone in his career as his latest EP, To A Queen, continues to gain international traction following its June 10 release. The six-track project debuted at […]

Hit Melody Records founder remembers respected Jamaican singer following his passing at age 68 Kingston, Jamaica – The reggae community continues to mourn the passing of veteran Jamaican recording artist Roland Burrell, with producer Heather Virgo reflecting on both his musical contributions and personal character following his death on May 14, 2026. Burrell, who was […]

Reggae artist leads lineup for June 27 event in Scarborough TORONTO – Reggae fans in Toronto will have an opportunity to enjoy an evening of live music later this month when Fusion Reggae Fest takes place on Saturday, June 27, 2026. Presented by Fusion in collaboration with ShartyB Production, the event will be held at […]

Beres Hammond, Luciano and Tarrus Riley join Fantasia and Boyz II Men for the closing night of the St. Kitts Music Festival 2026. Kingston, Jamaica – The 28th edition of the St. Kitts Music Festival is preparing to close on a high note with a lineup that blends reggae royalty, R&B legends and emerging Caribbean […]