Shaggy is a Diamond selling reggae and dancehall artist known for a three-decade run of global success blending reggae, dancehall, pop, and R and B. He serves as a self-producer, working with longtime collaborator Shane Hoosong and manager Martin Kierszenbaum.
DJ Cassidy caught Diddy's attention in NYC, becoming an in-demand DJ for stars like Kanye West, Beyoncé and Jay-Z, and Barack Obama's inaugurations. Signed to Columbia, he released the 2014 album Paradise Royale, featuring collaborations with legends and contemporary artists.
French artist Camille emerged in 2002 with her album Le Sac des Filles. Known for an organic musical approach blending polyphony, breath, and emotion, she has released notable albums including Le Fil, Music Hole, Ilo Veyou, OUÏ, and The Sound of Milk.
Montego Bay, Jamaica-born dancehall singer Kranium (Kemar Donaldson) is New York-based and known for quick wordplay. Broke out with 2013 hit "Nobody Has to Know," earning an Atlantic Records deal; released albums Rumors (2015) and Midnight Sparks (2019).
Formed in Petion-Ville, Port-au-Prince, by brothers Albert (bass) and Adolphe Chancy (guitar), Tabou Combo is a Haitian compas band. They moved to Brooklyn in 1971; their song New York City hit #1 on Paris pop charts in Aug. 1975.
Born from the iconic family band Morgan Heritage, Gramps, Peetah, and Mr. Mojo are celebrated for merging Reggae styles globally. Known for dynamic performances and pioneering Reggae on the blockchain, they boast multiple GRAMMY nominations and over 36 million streams.
Saint Catherine, Jamaica-born dancehall singer Christopher Martin; Digicel Rising Stars 2005 winner, VP Records artist. Hits include “Don’t Go,” “Take My Wings,” “Giving It,” plus Busy Signal collab “Jamaican Girls.”
Machel Montano is a soca artist from Trinidad and Tobago, known as the King of Soca. A leader since childhood, he’s won countless awards, helped bring soca to the international stage, and collaborated with Ariana Grande, Pitbull, Drake and Rihanna.
Born in England, raised in Barbados, Alison Hinds joined soca band Square One, later going solo with "Roll It Gal." Collaborated with Kevin Lyttle on "Turn Me On."
Seaview Gardens, Kingston’s Dexta Daps is a dancehall/reggae singer-songwriter known for smooth vocals, vivid lyrics & hits “Shabba Madda Pot,” “7eleven,” “Owner”; collabed with Bounty Killa, Beenie Man, Spice, Davido, Stonebwoy, Masicka, M.I.A; album VENT hit Billboard & Apple Music #1.
Marcia Griffiths, born in Kingston, Jamaica, is a reggae icon known for her hit "Electric Boogie" and collaborations with Bob Marley. Her work spans ska, rocksteady, and dancehall, and she was a key member of the I-Threes. Griffiths' influence endures, with Grammy-winning collaborations like Toots & the Maytals’ "True Love" and numerous solo projects. The Jamaican government honored her with the Order of Distinction in 2014.
Kingston-born Spragga Benz redefined Dancehall in the '90s with hits and iconic collabs with KRS-One, Wyclef Jean, and Damian Marley. Known for Shottas and his live performances, he blends genres like drum and bass and grime. "Chiliagon" reflects his continued impact.
Spice, the Queen of Dancehall from Jamaica, is celebrated worldwide for her dynamic style and cultural impact. Rising to fame with "Fight Over Man," she has collaborated with stars like Nicki Minaj and Sean Paul. Influencing artists including Cardi B, her debut album "10" earned a Grammy nod for Best Reggae Album in 2021, marking a historic achievement.
Trinidad-born Lyrikal, known for soca and reggae, rose from church choir to opening for Wu-Tang and Sean Paul. He's earned multiple awards and toured globally.
