Tag: dancehall

Tifa "Internet Bad Gyal" on 13thStreetPromotions.com #Jamaica #Dancehall #Music #13thStreetPromotions #Tifa #ItsTheTifa #InternetBadGyal #TroytonMusic #Riddim #BadSlingRiddim #SlengTengRiddim #Riddim #Caribbean

.@ItsTheTifa Has Some Words For The “Internet Bad Gyal”

Posted on by swadedavillain

Dancehall Artist Tifa has come a long way. From being a fresh face in the 2000s, she now sits with the vets in music, and is still putting in work. There were talks of retirement years ago, but when you love the music, there’s no quitting. Tifa has been on before Social Media, and has embraced the platform since day one. However, Social Media has made way for the type of people who aim to bring others down. Many live in anonymity, but Tifa is ready for them. She has a few words for them in, “Internet Bad Gyal“.

Produced by Troyton Music on the “Bad Sling Riddim” that pays homage to the “Sleng Teng Riddim“, Tifa is locked and loaded for the keyboard warriors in, “Internet Bad Gyal”. Being on the scene for a long time can bring around a lot of negativity along with the support system, it’s up to the individual to handle it in the best way possible. While Tifa won’t show at the front door, her lyrics serve as warnings for those who think they can go further than the comment section with her. She may be sweet and easy to get along with, but do not take Tifa for a softie. Keyboard warriors aside, Tifa continues to let her pen work, and keeps her skills sharp in the Studio. You can catch her live at an event this Summer, but if you bring bad intentions, stay home before you regret it.

Check out the track below, and share with a friend. Show us some love/follow us on Twitter, TikTok, and Instagram at @13thStreetPromo.

Continue reading “.@ItsTheTifa Has Some Words For The “Internet Bad Gyal”” →

Lady Lava Dominates Nominations, New Categories Revealed & More For @CaribMusicAwards 2026

Posted on by swadedavillain

Story By: CaribMusicAwards.com

The countdown begins as the Caribbean Music Awards returns for its highly anticipated fourth annual celebration, delivering its most expansive and electrifying edition yet, spotlighting the artists, songs, and cultural innovators shaping the global sound of Caribbean music. Additional details about the event and date will be announced soon.

This year marks a major milestone with over 250 nominees across more than 40 categories, reflecting the rapid global rise, diversity, and creative expansion of Caribbean music. Voting officially opened on June 10, 2026, and will remain open through August 10, 2026, giving fans worldwide an extended opportunity to support their favorite artists, songs, and cultural icons. Voting and full details are available at caribmusicawards.com. Building on its commitment to cultural expansion and genre inclusivity, the Awards introduces a powerful slate of nine new and expanded categories spotlighting Dennery Artist and Song of the Year, Zess Song of the Year, Konpa Song of the Year, Chutney Soca Artist and Song of the Year, Jab Artist and Song of the Year, and French Caribbean Song of the Year. These additions further solidify the Caribbean Music Awards as the most comprehensive platform celebrating the full spectrum of Caribbean sound.

This year’s nominations tell a defining story of a rapidly evolving musical landscape driven by collaboration, genre-fluidity, and global crossover success. Leading the artist field is Lady Lava, who emerges as the most nominated artist with nine nominations, reflecting her rare cross-genre presence across Soca, Zess, Chutney Soca, and performance categories.

Close behind is a tightly packed group of dominant forces shaping the year’s soundscape, with Ayetian, Machel Montano, and V’ghn each securing seven nominations, underscoring their wide-ranging impact across Dancehall, Soca, and collaboration-heavy categories. Shenseea and Skillibeng follow with six nominations each, while Masicka, Popcaan, Valiant, Vybz Kartel, and Yung Bredda each earn five nominations, reinforcing the continued global dominance and cultural influence of Dancehall and Soca’s leading voices.

A strong second tier of consistent contenders also emerges with Full Blown, Jesse Royal, Joé Dwèt Filé, Kes, Lila Iké, Lola Doll, Mical Teja, Mikado, and Voice, each earning four nominations, highlighting the depth and competitive balance across genres including Reggae, Soca, Konpa, Zess, and French Caribbean music. On the song side, “Shake It to the Max (Fly) Remix” by Moliy, Skillibeng, Shenseea & Silent Addy leads the 2026 field as the most nominated song of the year, earning three nominations across multiple categories, the highest total for any single track. Its cross-category strength highlights its broad cultural reach across Dancehall, collaboration, and visual recognition, cementing it as one of the defining records of the year.

Continue reading “Lady Lava Dominates Nominations, New Categories Revealed & More For @CaribMusicAwards 2026” →
"What's On 13th Street?" Playlist on 13thStreetPromotions.com #Jamaica #Dancehall #PopMusic #Reggae #HipHop #Music #13thStreetPromotions #Playlist #WhatsOn13thStreet #SpotifyPlaylist #Caribbean

Vybz Kartel, Asabi, @TrulyDyani & More Featured In “What’s On 13th Street?”

Posted on by swadedavillain

Since March 2025, we premiered a new weekly Playlist called, “What’s On 13th Street?“. Since then, we have featured over 800 new songs from Artists in and outside the Caribbean. Some are your faves, others are legends in the game, and some newcomers. Please show your support for the Playlist by liking/following it on Spotify, share with your friends regularly, and enjoy!

This week for “What’s On 13th Street?“, Vybz Kartel’s “God & Time” album, Asabi’s new single “Bedrock”, “Journey” by D’Yani, Eddy G Bomba’s “Village”, Pamputtae’s “Bend Back”, the controversial “Fix D Road” by Jah Izrehl and Yaksta, “Fast Button” by Skippa, and more.

The “What’s On 13th Street?” Playlist is now available for streaming on Spotify.

Check out the Playlist below, and share with a friend. Show us some love/follow us on Twitter, TikTok, and Instagram at @13thStreetPromo.

Continue reading “Vybz Kartel, Asabi, @TrulyDyani & More Featured In “What’s On 13th Street?”” →
Najeeriii "All For You" on 13thStreetPromotions.com #Jamaica #Dancehall #Music #13thStreetPromotions #Najeeriii #Rvssian #AllForYou #IslandVillaRiddim #2094Films #Caribbean

Ladies, Najeeriii Has It “All For You”

Posted on by swadedavillain

Summer is a time for parties, but can also be a time for some love. For Dancehall Artist Najeeriii, he’s getting cozy with someone special for the season. From here to Senegal he delivers, “All For You“.

Produced by Rvssian on the “Island Villa Riddim“, Najeeriii has something for the right Woman in, “All For You”. The Deejay has been building quite the catalogue of singles aimed for his Female audience, and his collab with Rvssian looks to be another banger. With a music video directed by 2094 Films, a lovely lady gets to enjoy a time away from the busy life with the Deejay, and connects with him in a number of ways. Whether by the riverside or at a Villa in the countryside, the vibes will be high, and they’ll be in for some exciting moments. Get Najeeriii’s track in your rotation.

Check out the video below, and share with a friend. Show us some love/follow us on Twitter, TikTok, and Instagram at @13thStreetPromo.

Continue reading “Ladies, Najeeriii Has It “All For You”” →
Tina "I'm Right Here" on 13thStreetPromotions.com #Jamaica #NewYork #Music #Dancehall #13thStreetPromotions #DiRealTina #HoodCelebrity #ImRightHere #KSR #MusicVideo #Video #Youtube #DreamTeamDigital #Caribbean

Tina Says “I’m Right Here” If Anyone’s Looking For Her

Posted on by swadedavillain

When gyal good, gyal good. But when that good gyal gets called out or antagonized, the bad gyal steps out and handles business. The people have been calling out Dancehall/Hip Hop Artist Tina, and she’s here to answer them. She gets to business in, “I’m Right Here“.

Produced by Jevaughni Williams for KSR, Tina shows up for anyone who is trying to see her in, “I’m Right Here”. Whether it’s for conflict or that paper, she’s available, and ready for the smoke as well. She has her share of enemies, but she’s not worried because as long as her life is flourishing and her circle is good, she’s not breaking a sweat for anyone. Just in case things get crazy, she hops in the ride to bring the smoke in a video directed by Dream Team Digital. Tina is nice with the music, but please don’t get her on her wrong side, she’s still a Jamaican bad gyal.

Check out the video below, and share with a friend. Show us some love/follow us on Twitter, TikTok, and Instagram at @13thStreetPromo.

Continue reading “Tina Says “I’m Right Here” If Anyone’s Looking For Her” →
Alicai Harley "Anansi" on 13thStreetPromotions.com #Jamaica #UK #Dancehall #Music #13thStreetPromotions #AlicaiHarley #Anansi #HillandGullyRiddim #DiGenius #MusicVideo #Video #Youtube #EmmanuelOkyere #Caribbean #Brixton #AnansiSpider

.@AlicaiHarley Returns With “Anansi” On The “Hill & Gully Riddim”

Posted on by swadedavillain

The buzz around the “Hill & Gully Riddim” may have slowed a bit in recent days, but that doesn’t mean that Artists aren’t creating future hits with it. While Di Genius hasn’t pressed the button on some much-anticipated singles, other Artists are looking to be a part of the official compilation. UK-based Artist Alicai Harley, who has been off the scene for a while, returns with her own recording over the Riddim. We hear her take on, “Anansi“.

On the “Hill & Gully Riddim”, Alicai Harley urges the ladies to be wary of the cunning ways of some Men in, “Anansi”. For those unfamiliar, Anansi the Spider comes from African and Caribbean folklore, and he’s a character that plays tricks on unsuspecting victims to have his own way, and causes mischief for his financial or material benefit. “Anansi” means “Spider” in the Akan language, and originates from Ghana and the Ivory Coast. On the track, Harley aims to avoid the Men who come to her with sweet nothings, only to leave her high and dry in the end. She also gets into storytelling mode and share an Anansi story, something that many of us grew up on, and is lacking in this generation. She even taps into the Jamaican traditions rocking plaid and dancing along with her cast mates in a music video co-directed with Emmanuel Okyere. Taking on the streets of Brixton, the video plays out in one of the market areas, a common setting for many Immigrants to sell their wares.

Despite her absence, Alicai Harley has been busy elsewhere. Last year she rallied up efforts to giveback to Jamaica after the effects of Hurricane Melissa, and has been getting into acting as well. We can expect to see her back on the music grind as an album is in the works, which would be the follow up to the 2021 release, “The Red Room Intro“. From Kingston 11, to the UK, and back again.

Check out the video below, and share with a friend. Show us some love/follow us on Twitter, TikTok, and Instagram at @13thStreetPromo.

Continue reading “.@AlicaiHarley Returns With “Anansi” On The “Hill & Gully Riddim”” →