Dancehall heavyweight Vybz Kartel delivered one of the most talked-about surprise moments of the night after making an unannounced appearance at Cardi B’s Lil Miss Drama Tour  stop in Florida, sending the sold-out crowd into a frenzy. The event, held Tuesday night at the Amerant Bank Arena, took an unexpected turn when the rap superstar introduced Kartel to the stage, triggering loud cheers from thousands of fans who clearly weren’t prepared for what was coming next. In true showman fashion,...

South Florida is gearing up for a major cultural moment as the iconic roots reggae festival Rebel Salute finally makes its long-awaited debut in Miramar. After multiple postponements, the celebrated festival is set for April 19 at Miramar Regional Park, bringing together a powerful lineup of reggae heavyweights including Maxi Priest, Mykal Rose, and festival founder Tony Rebel himself. Originally scheduled for 2025 and delayed twice due to logistical challenges and weather concerns, the South...

The Caribbean music world is on alert as veteran reggae singer-songwriter Ernie Smith has been hospitalised in critical condition following a surgical procedure in Florida. According to reports confirmed by his wife, Claudette Bailey Smith, the 81-year-old artist was admitted to hospital on April 7 after what was described as “a situation that had to be corrected.” He later underwent surgery two days after admission. While the procedure was reportedly successful, Smith remains in intensive...