Reggae Star Richie Spice to Release 10th Album ‘Black Man Time’ on His 52nd Birthday
Reggae artist Richie Spice is gearing up for the release of his latest album, “Black Man Time”, set to debut on September 8, which also celebrates his birthday. This new collection comes after his 2020 album “Together We Stand”, launched under VP Records. “Black Man Time”, a work five years in the making, delves into […]
UB40 inducted into London’s Music Walk of Fame
Reggae phenomenon UB40 has received a prestigious stone at the Music Walk of Fame in Camden, London, marking another feather in their cap. Ali Campbell, UB40’s iconic frontman during their 1980s peak, described the induction as a “return to roots”, remembering Camden’s pivotal role in launching their meteoric rise. The group now joins an elite […]
Burna Boy Heralded as African Dancehall Artiste: Says Afrobeat Has No Substance
Burna Boy’s recent remarks have created ripples in the music world, with many African news outlet positioning him as an African Dancehall artiste while simultaneously offering a sharp critique on Afrobeats. During his dialogue with “Just Being Benny”, he drew parallels between Dancehall and Afrobeats, emphasizing the depth and substance inherent in the former. Burna […]
Stephen Marley Announces ‘Old Soul’ Album: Full Tracklist and Release Date Revealed
Stephen Marley is back with his fifth studio album, “Old Soul”, releasing on September 15, 2023, via Tuff Gong Collective/UMe/Ghetto Youths International. The album is a star-studded affair with features from iconic musicians such as Eric Clapton, Bob Weir of The Grateful Dead, Jack Johnson, Ziggy Marley, Damian “Jr. Gong” Marley, Buju Banton, and Slightly […]
Shaggy to Electrify Notting Hill Carnival: Performance to Coincide with 30th Anniversary of His First UK Hit ‘Oh Carolina’
Celebrating the 30th anniversary of his chart-topping track “Oh Carolina,” Reggae / Dancehall superstar Shaggy is gearing up to light up the stages at the iconic Notting Hill Carnival in London this coming August Bank Holiday. Known for mega-hits like “Angel” and “It Wasn’t Me,” as well as for his collaboration with the legendary Sting, […]
Sean Paul Reignites the Charts: ‘Niña Bonita’ Hits No. 1 on Billboard’s Latin Airplay
Dancehall superstar Sean Paul has once again climbed to the pinnacle of Billboard’s Latin Airplay chart with “Niña Bonita,” his collaboration with Colombian artist Feid. The track clinched the top spot on the list dated August 19, signifying Paul’s triumphant return for the second time after a six-year break. Previously, Sean Paul had achieved No. […]
The Undervalued Goldmine: Dancehall, Reggae, and Jamaica’s Billion-Dollar Struggle for Fair Compensation
In the vibrant tapestry of global music, the threads of dancehall and reggae run deep and colorful. From the conscious melodies of Bob Marley to the electrifying rhythms of Vybz Kartel, the pulse of Jamaica has long reverberated across continents, inspiring countless genres and artists. Yet, beneath the sun-soaked acclaim and international dance hits, there […]
Sizzla Kalonji Releases ‘I-Grade’, His Second Album This Year
After a successful two-week tour in Japan earlier this year, Sizzla Kalonji has dropped his second album of the year. Named “I-Grade”, this album continues a 13-track journey exploring themes of love, awareness, and triumph. Released by Izreal Records, Sonovic Music, and Kalonji Music Production last Friday, it’s now available on all leading digital and […]
The Best New Music This Week: Chronic Law , Vybz Kartel , Devin Di Dakta , Shane O , Collie Buddz , Demarco , Nadg
This week on Madaroad.com, our unwavering music staff has been weaving through the musical threads to bring you the most compelling tracks from the dancehall and reggae universe. From lyrical masterpieces to classic reggae bops, we’ve got it all covered. Dive into our top seven picks for the best new music this week: ‘Weh Mi […]
Tarrus Riley’s ‘She’s Royal’ Celebrates 100 Million YouTube Views
Tarrus Riley’s 2006 hit “She’s Royal” achieved a milestone of 100 million views on YouTube on Wednesday, July 19. The music video was directed by Rupert Campbell and Richard Delapenha and was produced by the legendary saxophonist Dean Fraser for Riley’s “Parables” album on VP Records. Tarrus mentioned in an interview with the Jamaica Observer […]