Impressions: Sounds and Selectors on the 2017 Jamrock Cruise
A look at the DJs who kept this year’s Jamrock Cruise sounding extra nice.
Shabba Ting: A Trailer Load of Songs Inspired by Dancehall’s Top Ranking
The '90s dancehall icon has become a touchstone for a new generation of rappers + singers.
Impressions: Photos From The Jamrock Cruise
A week aboard the world's greatest floating reggae festival.
AUDIO: Wayne Wonder + Konshens Meet on “Girl Like You”
Two dancehall stalwarts link for the first time on a riddim from Ricky Blaze and DJ Norie.
Mixtape Mondays: Konshens x DJ Norie, Equiknoxx, Iron Gate Sound
100% Konshens from DJ Norie (NYC) plus selections from Equiknoxx (JA) and Iron Gate Sound (AU).
Dancehall Nuh Dead: Ten Dancehall Acts That Matter Right Now
Words by LargeUp Crew—
In light of the recent developments surrounding Vybz Kartel, we've heard a few voices proclaiming that dancehall is dead. But we're not ready to call Mr. Madden just yet. To th... Read More...
Remember Him: Concert to Honor the Late Joel Chin
Words by Emily Shapiro
VP Records and DJ Norie will host a tribute concert for Joel Chin, the label's late director of A&R, at BB King's in New York City on Dec. 14. The "Strictly the Best" event, wh... Read More...
Mixtape Mondays: On Fire Sound, Calli B, DJ Maya, Bud E. Green
Words by DJ Theory
Is it Monday again already? No matter: whether you're hitting the hammock with the iPod or trying to coast through your week at the office, we're guessing we've got just the right mix ... Read More...
Bashment Alert: Rice & Peas 4-Year Anniversary
Words by LargeUp Crew
It's hard to believe time's gone by this quickly but tonight marks the fourth anniversary of New York's Rice & Peas bashment. We're not just saying this because R&P mastermi... Read More...