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Summerjam 2026 Recap: Big Vybz, Culture & Honest Feedback

Summerjam Festival 2026 brought vibrant Caribbean music to Cologne, showcasing Reggae, Dancehall, and Hip-Hop. Coverage focused on the complete festival experience, featuring crowd moments, performances, and food. The festival had a positive atmosphere, despite a smaller crowd, attributed in part to competing events. Notable performances included a powerful set by headliner Spice, emphasizing the importance of representation in Dancehall culture. Planning improvements and payment methods were discussed for future festivals.

Summerjam 2026: Authentic Jamaican Culture Takes Over

Dancehall Ketch Up is back at Summerjam Festival 2026 to highlight Jamaican culture from different angles: with Famous returning as host, Lumos supporting the visuals and a mission to ketch the real festival vybz beyond the stage.

City Splash 2026: Sunshine, Good Vibes & The Beres Effect

For the second time, Dancehall Ketch Up made its way to London for City Splash, one of the UK’s biggest celebrations of Caribbean culture. And

Sashi DB Gives Dancers Their Flowers With New Song

Jamaican dancer Sashi DB, formerly of Dance Xpressionz, steps into music with a heartfelt Dancehall song dedicated to fellow dancers. Inspired by the loss of a friend, the track turns grief into appreciation, highlighting connection, community and the importance of giving dancers their flowers while they are still here.

New Year, Same Mission: Dancehall Ketch Up Teams Up with Chris Icon for SummerJam 2025

Only 15 more days and SummerJam Festival 2025 will once again turn Cologne’s Fühlinger See into Europe’s biggest hotspot for Reggae, Dancehall & Hip-Hop! From

DHQ Chicken: Beloved Jamaican Dancehall Queen & Devoted Mother Remembered

“Tears are words only God understands…” – Jah Vinci, “Goodbye” The haunting words of this song echo through the hearts of the Dancehall community. The

Vybz Kartel’s Epic Return: Freedom Street Concert on Dec 31

The King of Dancehall is back – and in grand style! After spending 13 years behind bars, Vybz Kartel is preparing for a major comeback

TopVybz: Bringing the Heart of Jamaican Dancehall to Helsinki

Helsinki, get ready! This weekend, TopVybz Camp brings the spirit of Jamaican Dancehall to the city with authenticity, roots and pure energy. Organized by the

Dancehall Icon Vybz Kartel Released Following Appeal Court Ruling

Vybz Kartel and co-accused cleared in 2011 murder case of Clive “Lizard” Williams Jamaican dancehall artist Vybz Kartel and his three co-accused have been released

Review of SummerJam 2024: A Dancehall Perspective

Cologne, Germany | July 5th – 7th, 2024 – Summerjam Festival took place for the 37th time at Fühlinger See in Cologne, Germany. Known for

Summerjam 2024: A Celebration of Caribbean Culture & Music

8 DAYS TO GO! From July 5th to 7th, Fühlinger See in Cologne will transform into a vibrant hub of Reggae, Dancehall and Hip-Hop. The

“For the Culture” Authenticity on Stage: Rachael Anson Leads with Dancehall Dancers at City Splash 2024

Brixton, London – May 27, 2024 – City Splash Festival transformed Brockwell Park into a lively celebration of Caribbean and African culture. Despite the rain

Jamaican Dancehall Dancers Take Europe by Storm

Jamaican Dancehall Dancers Take Europe by Storm: A Touring Extravaganza In a groundbreaking development for the global dance scene, Jamaican Dancehall dancers are embarking on

Honoring the hidden heroes of the Music and Dance World

©Sunnation, 2023 Unlock the untold story of Black Blingaz and Mr. Vegas’s historic stage reunion at Sunnation’s ‘Sunrise – Day Soirée.’ Dive into the world

FEB – DEC 2023: Dancers touring through Europe

It’s time again! Since February the touring season has already started and it’s about to get busy! We are proudly presenting you an overview of

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