Marley Brothers Ready to Blaze at Third Annual Kaya Fest
Born on 420, Stephen “Ragga” Marley Invites You To A Blazing Birthday Celebration Now in its third year, Kaya Fest was launched with a mission that goes beyond music. Don’t mistake this event for just a “smoke out.” Yes the festival kicks off on April 20, which is also Stephen Marley’s birthday—and just happens to […]
The Long-Term Impact of Buju’s Long Walk To Freedom
Buju Banton’s epic homecoming at Jamaica’s National Stadium ushers in a new era for reggae & dancehall music. “My destination is homeward bound,” sang Buju Banton on stage at Jamaica’s National Stadium in the heart of Kingston. “Though forces try hold I down. Breaking chains has become the norm. I know I must get through […]
WATCH THIS: Jahaziel Myrie “Leave Dem Alone” Official Music Video PREMIERE
Buju’s Son Is Learning Fast And Sharing The Lessons Shortly before his appearance at the highly anticipated “Long Walk To Freedom” concert, Jahaziel Myrie shared some real talk on his Instagram. Posting a black square with big white letters, he sent a clear message: “Everyone please to come out DM.” The caption went into more […]
WATCH THIS: Bulby x Christopher Martin x Beenie Man “Lots of Signs” Official Music Video PREMIERE
Brand New Visuals Off The Master Blaster Album Originally recorded for Sugar Minott’s Youth Promotion label, “Lots of Sign” was one of those extra-special tracks that made Tenor Saw a legend of Jamaican Music. The song’s timeless message, encouraging listeners to “face reality all the time,” inspired producer and engineer extraordinaire Colin “Bulby York” to […]
Fresh Off Collab With Alkaline, Kranium Announces International “Hotel Tour” Dates
Kranium Picks Jamaican Star Jada Kingdom As Opening Act Revealing his brand new tour itinerary exclusively to Boomshots, Kranium was in a celebratory mood–and this time everybody haffi know! “Ladies you already know the deal,” Kranium stated, “pure entertainment!” The NYC-based dancehall star is on a roll after dropping a recent collab, “Just The Style” […]
Buju Banton Lays “Boom Bye Bye” Controversy To Rest
Gargamel Declares “Love and Hate can never Be friends,” Removes Decades-Old Song From Streaming Platforms Even before Buju Banton’s return home to Jamaica, there were signs that the Grammy-winning reggae icon was determined to make a fresh start. Three weeks prior to his release, the artist shared a statement on his Instagram making clear his […]
WATCH THIS: Jemere Morgan “Troddin” Official Music Video PREMIERE
“Don’t know where I’m going, but I’m going far…” How time flies when you’re troddin’ along! Hard to believe it’s been five years since Jemere Morgan was a brand new voice on the scene, dropping his Jemere’s Jukebox project and letting his voice ring out on singles like “International Love.” Now here it is 2019, […]
Koffee Previews “Rapture” EP at Tuff Gong Studios
Koffee’s Music Makes “Everybody Lift Up Like Helicopter” Bob Marley’s legendary Tuff Gong Studios was the location for an exclusive preview of Koffee’s highly anticipated debut EP, Rapture. The artist born Mikayla Simpson—who just turned 19 last February 16–first popped up on Rebel Salute 2018 as a guest of Cocoa Tea and has been hot […]
Shaggy & Sting Win Grammy for Best Reggae Album, And Also Burn Badmind
“It’s nice to be nominated… But it’s better to win!” Dancehall reggae hitmaker Shaggy was honored twice at the 61st Grammy Awards, held yesterday in Los Angeles. Honor #1: The seven-time Grammy nominee was tapped to host the Grammy Premiere Ceremony, the day’s first round of award presentations, which was live-streamed from the Microsoft Theater, […]
HEAR THIS: Dennis Brown “No Man Is An Island” PREMIERE
Unreleased Classic off Fatis Tapes In The Oven Vol. 2 When a young Dennis Emannuel Brown made his way to Jamaica’s legendary Studio One, he sang songs that laid the foundation for his legacy as the Crown Prince of Reggae. One of the earliest gems he cut for Coxsone Dodd was “No Man Is An […]
HEAR THIS: Jahazeil Myrie “Do Good” PREMIERE
Brand new musical release from two of the Gargamel’s youths.
Dubbin’ with Bulby: Exclusive ‘Master Blaster’ Mixdown
Legendary Producer and Engineer Dubs Beres, Busy & Kartel Live in the Studio A graduate of King Tubby’s Dub University, Colin “Bulby” Yorke has done his teacher proud. Over the course of nearly 30 years in the music industry, Bulby has produced, mixed, and engineered a plethora of certified boomshots—recordings by most of the top […]