Judge Voices Concerns: Steely & Clevie Lawsuit Against Bad Bunny and Reggaeton Artists Might ‘Stifle’ Entire Genre’s Creativity
In a Los Angeles courtroom, a federal judge recently raised concerns over a far-reaching copyright infringement lawsuit that has the potential to impact the entire reggaeton music genre. The case, which involves over a hundred artists, including Bad Bunny, Daddy Yankee, and others like Karol G, Pitbull, Anitta, Drake, has been filed by the Jamaican […]
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 […]
Spice’s All-Female Dancehall Riddim Receives Enthusiastic Support from Fellow Artistes
The Dancehall Queen’s Latest Project Aims to Advance the Position of Women in the Genre Kingston, Jamaica — The recent announcement of Spice’s all-female dancehall rhythm has been met with excitement and support from fellow dancehall artistes, who believe it will help promote the position of women in the industry. Historically, dancehall has been dominated […]
Chronixx’s Unforgettable Anthem: Celebrating 10 Years of ‘Smile Jamaica’ and Its Fortuitous Origins
Back in 2013, the island’s airwaves were captivated by the enchanting tune “Smile Jamaica” by Chronixx. It’s hard to believe that it has been a decade since this mesmerizing hit debuted, which propelled the reggae singer to stardom and remains a fan-favorite to this day. But what’s the story behind this enduring anthem? Oliver Schrader, […]
NEW RIDDIM A ROAD: “Ruff Road Riddim” Release Breathes New Life into Jamaican Music Scene
Tego Boss, the acclaimed music producer of Saint Kingston Music, has introduced his latest project, “Ruff Road Riddim,” which was released on April 9th. The highly anticipated riddim is poised to uplift and inspire both listeners and artists while reviving the long-lost juggling riddim style in reggae and dancehall music. The “Ruff Road Riddim” boasts […]
Steely & Clevie’s Reggaeton Lawsuit Expands to Include Drake, Bad Bunny, and Numerous Other Artists
Jamaican music producers Wycliffe “Steely” Johnson and Cleveland “Clevie” Browne’s reggaeton lawsuit has escalated significantly, now implicating high-profile artists such as Drake, Bad Bunny, and numerous others in the case. This ground-breaking legal battle has sparked a heated discussion about Reggaeton’s origins and its relationship with intellectual property rights. Initially filed in 2022, Steely & […]