Carnival now over in Trinidad and Tobago, the Soca music frenzy that out-shined all other music genres during the period, has quieted down a little, giving some attention to new music. Among the new tracks getting some traction is a contribution by young entertainer and producer, Lawless. He says the “And Yuh”- a dancehall inspired track, was released during Carnival in Trinidad but the focus was placed in marketing it in Jamaica, where he says it has picked up some momentum.
T&T dancehall artiste, Lawless.
In a statement, the young artiste said he’s making every effort to fulfill his musical mission, and admitting that he has a natural knack for singing dancehall rather than T&T’s soca music, Lawless assured that this by no means means he isn’t a soca music supporter. “It’s not easy for artistes who want to deliver a different sound, other than the soca sound, in Trinidad. I like soca music, but I sing dancehall. It’s pretty simple. It’s just what I’m good at,” he defended.
Lawless whose real name is Shane Howell, has been on the grind. Even amid T&T’s carnival hype, he continued to work on his dancehall styles. The new track’s managed to get some pretty good reviews in the weeks following Carnival in T&T and for this he’s super happy. “It means a lot when the people here at home approve of your music. That support is really needed,” he said, telling of the song’s energetic and contagious vibe that’s being lapped up by the ladies, to say the least.
On the Jamaican dancehall circuit, Lawless said he’s used his networking skills to build relationships with fellow Jamaican entertainers like Charly Black, Sheba, Sizzla Kolonji and others and on that side of the Caribbean, he’s been gaining some popularity with the help of several well known party promoters who’ve been exposing him to the streets of Kingston and other urban communities. “I’ve seen first hand, how hard these Jamaican entertainers work to promote themselves and how hard their teams work. It’s really inspiring,” said Lawless.
Now, with the aim of consistently releasing new dancehall anthems, Lawless is teaming up with producers from Jamaica. Most recently, he worked with Stickley Productions on a single called, “Vybz Tonite.” The track sits firmly on the Beionce Riddim, which also features Jamaica’s Macka Diamond, TOK, QQ and several other acts. “It’s a pleasure to be a voice on a riddim that features these artistes,” said Lawless. “I’m young in the game so any opportunity to show off what I have to offer, is a great opportunity.”
A video for the new track is currently being finalized. He believes in offering fans a visual understanding of every song’s lyrical make up. “That’s the only way they’ll understand just what I mean with every word I sing,” he said.
Caribbean entertainment doesn’t sleep. Proof of that comes in the release of brand new music, this time courtesy the superstar duo of Full Blown – brothers, Kevon and Kory Hart. Their new track, “No Stress” has been released complete with a new music video and it’s a big look for the duo.
No Stress is a vibrant, feel-good anthem that continues the duo’s evolution from soca favourites into one of the Caribbean’s most versatile and globally resonant musical acts.
Known for their strong songwriting skills, undeniable chemistry and sonic fearlessness, brothers Kevon and Kory have steadily built a reputation for creating music that transcends borders, generations and genres. Over the years, Full Blown has become synonymous with high-energy Caribbean songwriting, penning and producing hits that have dominated Carnival seasons, regional charts and party playlists across the diaspora.
Now, with No Stress, the duo taps into dancehall nostalgia while pushing Caribbean fusion music into fresh territory. The track reimagines the iconic Shabba Ranks classic Ting A Ling, blending vintage dancehall energy with Full Blown’s contemporary Caribbean flavour.
The release follows the brothers’ success with the track, The Greatest Bend Over (Take It Easy) alongside Yung Bredda, a crossover hit that amassed more than 40 million streams worldwide and was described by Billboard Magazine as “culture-quaking.”
“People know us for soca hits and high-energy music, but this record really reflects who we are creatively,” said Kevon. “We grew up influenced by so many sounds across the Caribbean. We are a happy, joyful, fun-loving people. We just want good vibes. No stress.”
Vybz Kartel To Headline Reggae Sumfest This Year, Alongside Mavado. New Album, ‘God & Time’ Set for June Release.
One of the most influential artists in dancehall history, Vybz Kartel, marks a defining new chapter with his forthcoming album God & Time, slated for release June 5th, 2026.
In recent weeks, dancehall artiste, Vybz Kartel has been receiving some backlash online after sharing videos of himself wearing a bonnet while dancing in his underwear and a robe. The noise increased after he shared it a second time, almost taunting his detractors and making it clear that he is rich and does not care for the unsolicited comments of naysayers. Fast forward days later and like magic, the artiste’s pre-album release publicity stunt ushers in the release of his forthcoming album God & Time, set for a June 5th release. Kartel ain’t no fool.
The upcoming album is symbolic for the artiste who spent 13 years behind bars in Jamaica and was only released in 2024. It is being touted as his most personal and sonically expansive body of work since his release. The album will span genres and features an all star lineup of artistes including, Puerto Rican superstar Farruko, Jamaica’s Skillibeng, and Shenseea, with more artistes to be included.
In a media release, it is highlighted that throughout God & Time, Vybz Kartel moves seamlessly between personal reflections, hard-hitting dancehall anthems, sensual records for the ladies, genre-bending crossover records, and rare moments of vulnerability. It adds that it is inspired by the Jamaican expression “God & Time”—rooted in faith, patience, and destiny—and reflects the artiste’s survival, rebirth, and creative freedom.
The title track evokes the same introspective tone as Kartel’s most streamed post-release hit “God Is The Greatest,” which has surpassed 30 million video views year-to-date.
Produced by longtime collaborator TJ Records alongside Kartel, the album reunites the creative team behind Viking (Vybz Is King) (2015) and King of the Dancehall (2016), which included the RIAA Gold-certified hit “Fever.” God & Time will be released via TJ Records / Vybz Kartel Muzik and distributed by Zojak World Wide.
In support of the new album, Vybz Kartel will headline Reggae Sumfest on July 18th, alongside Mavado, reuniting two dancehall icons whose rivalry defined the genre throughout the 2000s in a landmark moment for Jamaican music and culture.
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