Several injured in stampede at Reggae Sumfest, organisers enhance safety measures

A section of the audience during Festival Night 1 at Reggae Sumfest on Saturday, July 19, 2025. (Photo: Karl McLarty) July 19, 2025 ST JAMES, Jamaica — Reggae Sumfest organiser Downsound Entertainment says it is immediately implementing additional crowd …

Vybz Kartel crowned King of Dancehall at Reggae Sumfest 2025

Montego Bay, Jamaica — It’s now official: Vybz Kartel, born Adidjah Palmer, has been crowned the King of Dancehall. The historic moment took place during the 32nd staging of Reggae Sumfest at Catherine Hall in Montego Bay—marking 13 years since Kartel last …

19th annual Reggae and World Music Festival

DULUTH, Minn. (Northern News Now) - The sounds of love, hope, and equality rang out of Bayfront Festival Park. The 19th annual Reggae and World Music Festival returned to Duluth, showcasing international and local musicians. Food and art vendors were laid …

19th annual Reggae and World Music Festival in Duluth

D’yani leaves the ladies wanting more at Reggae Sumfest

The atmosphere at the Catherine Hall Entertainment Centre in St James was electric as dancehall crooner D’Yani poured his heart into every note on the Reggae Sumfest stage. While the singer initially kept it simple with feel-good songs like Live a Little, …

Laden makes Reggae Sumfest return

Laden performs at Reggae Sumfest Festival Night 1 on Friday, July 18, 2025. Dancehall artiste Laden returned to the Reggae Sumfest stage to shine after being away from the ‘Greatest Reggae/Dancehall Show on Earth’ for 13 years. The deejay, whose given …

Reggae Sumfest 2025: Govana surprises mom with new CR-V

Dancehall star Govana with his mother, Sonia Eccleston, on stage at Reggae Sumfest on Saturday, July 19, 2025. July 19, 2025 Dancehall star Govana surprised his mother, Sonia Eccleston, with a Honda CR-V during his set at Reggae Sumfest being held at …

Reggae Sumfest 2025: ‘Gaza’ fans flood Montego Bay for Kartel crowning

Vybz Kartel fan Samantha says she doesn't want to miss a minute of the crowning of the King of the Dancehall. ST JAMES, Jamaica – Die-hard Vybz Kartel fans have already turned up in droves at the Catherine Hall Entertainment Complex in Montego Bay, …

Reggae Sumfest’s Blitz All-Black returns with flair, fire, and femme power

Valiant and Stalk Ashley. St JAMES, Jamaica — Reggae Sumfest’s Blitz All-Black party returned with a bang on Wednesday night, ushering in what is expected to be a high-energy festival weekend. Known for fusing fashion, music, and electrifying performances, …

Reggae Fest Massive set to light up Barclays Center on August 30

The energy of Caribbean music will again thunder through the iconic Barclays Center this summer when Reggae Fest Massive takes center stage on Saturday, August 30. With an impressive lineup of dancehall heavyweights and reggae icons already confirmed, the …