Beenie Man’s Iconic Track “Who Am I” Achieves Gold Status in the U.S

Jamaican Dancehall legend Beenie Man has reached a monumental milestone in his career. His hit song “Who Am I”, commonly recognized by its chorus “Sim Simma”, has been certified Gold in the United States. This achievement comes over two decades after its initial release in 1997, as confirmed by the Recording Industry Association of America […]

Afro-Dancehall: Nigerian Star Patoranking Drops ‘World Best’ Album Featuring Dancehall Stars Beenie Man and Popcaan

Nigerian superstar, Patoranking, celebrated for his distinctive fusion of dancehall, reggae, and traces of Afrobeats, has unveiled his eagerly awaited album, “World Best,” on Sept. 6. This release marks his fourth studio album and the first since the 2020 hit, “Three.” Speaking to Rolling Stone, Patoranking elucidated that “World Best” isn’t just a title but […]

“Dem take we style!” Beenie Man alludes to Afrobeat taking over Dancehall’s unique style

Dancehall, with its deep and influential history, has undeniably been a foundational pillar for many music genres that emerged after it. Afrobeats, although unique with its West African essence, bears evident marks of Dancehall rhythms and beats. Dancehall veteran Beenie Man recently shed light on this, asserting that Afrobeats’ evolution began with artists copying and […]

Music Producer Patrick Roberts Advocates for National Honours Education, Highlights Overlooked Artists like Bounty Killer, Beenie Man, and Capleton

Music producer Patrick Roberts is urging various music entities to enlighten their members about the selection criteria for national awards and honors. Having been honored with the Order of Distinction, Officer class, in 2019, Roberts has observed that annual discussions arise when the award recipients are announced. Debates often focus on who should have been […]

Six Highly Anticipated Dancehall/ Reggae Albums We Know (or Think) Will Drop in 2023

As 2023 unfolds, dancehall and reggae music fans worldwide are on tenterhooks, eagerly awaiting some of the most anticipated album drops. This year promises an eclectic mix of music from some of the genre’s most influential voices, with excitement already at a fever pitch. Here’s a look at six of the most highly anticipated albums […]

Beenie Man Says Dancehall Needs More Collaborative Riddims

Veteran Artist Says Dancehall Is Lacking Unity Because Of Less Juggling In a recent interview with OnStage, dancehall legend Beenie Man shared his thoughts on the current state of the genre, expressing concerns about the disappearance of collaborative juggling riddims and the lack of unity among artists. The King of the Dancehall emphasized the importance […]