Music & Entertainment

• Peabo Bryson (1951-2026) June 3, 2026
  Legendary singer-songwriter and two-time GRAMMY Award-winner Peabo Bryson has passed away at 75 following a stroke. The post Peabo Bryson (1951-2026) appeared first on SoulBounce.
  Butta
• “Originality Is Everything”: Easy Star’s Michael Goldwasser Says Reggae’s Value Is Going Up June 3, 2026
  Michael Goldwasser, president of Easy Star Records and a respected figure in reggae music for nearly three decades, remains optimistic about the future of reggae despite industry challenges. In an extensive conversation with World Music Views, Goldwasser shared his thoughts on the current state of reggae, the rise of AI, Easy Star’s partnership with Spice, […]
  Donovan Watkis
• Floetry Makes A ‘Floetic’ Debut On NPR Music’s ‘Tiny Desk Concert’ Series For Black Music Month June 3, 2026
  Floetry reunites to kick off NPR Music’s annual Black Music Month celebration at ‘Tiny Desk’ with hits spanning their catalog. The post Floetry Makes A ‘Floetic’ Debut On NPR Music’s ‘Tiny Desk Concert’ Series For Black Music Month appeared first on SoulBounce.
  D-Money
• R&B Legend Peabo Bryson Has Passed Away June 3, 2026
  The music world is mourning the loss of one of its most distinguished and enduring voices today. Peabo Bryson, the legendary R&B balladeer whose unparalleled tenor defined the romantic soundtrack of multiple decades, has passed away at age 75. For those of us who have spent the better part of the last sixteen years dedicated […]
  YKIGS
• “Not Supposed To Happen In Jamaica”: The Internet Reacts After German Embassy Raises Pride Flag June 2, 2026
  The German Embassy in Jamaica has ignited debate across social media after raising the Pride flag at its embassy compound in recognition of Pride Month. Sharing photos from the event, the embassy wrote: “Today we raised the #Pride flag at the German Embassy, in celebration of Pride Month! 🌈 Pride Month is a time to […]
  Chantel Thompson
• Dexter Wansel (1950-2026) June 2, 2026
  Dexter Wansel, producer, musician, Philadelphia International Records recording artist and an architect of the Philly Sound, has died at 75. The post Dexter Wansel (1950-2026) appeared first on SoulBounce.
  Butta
• WILLOW Has A ‘Talk On The Hill’ As She Preps Second New Album Of The Year ‘The Thread’ June 1, 2026
  WILLOW double dips by announcing her second album of the year ’The Thread‘ and dropping its lead single ’Talk On The Hill.’ The post WILLOW Has A ‘Talk On The Hill’ As She Preps Second New Album Of The Year ‘The Thread’ appeared first on SoulBounce.
  D-Money
• Paradise Coney Island Announces Grand Opening With Special Guest Sean Paul June 1, 2026
  Brooklyn, NY — Excitement is building in Brooklyn as Paradise Coney Island prepares to celebrate its grand opening with a special appearance by internationally acclaimed dancehall superstar Sean Paul. The event is scheduled for Saturday, June 13, promising an unforgettable day of music, entertainment, and celebration. Located at 3027 West 15th Street, Brooklyn, New York, […]
  Donovan Watkis
• Comedian Naim Lynn Says No Black Writers Behind Kevin Hart’s Netflix Comedy Roasts June 1, 2026
  Comedian Naim Lynn is reigniting conversation about diversity behind the scenes of Netflix’s comedy roasts after making candid remarks during an appearance on The Breakfast Club on June 1. While discussing Netflix’s roast of comedian and actor Kevin Hart, Lynn revealed that he was not part of the official writing staff despite initially expressing interest […]
  Donovan Watkis
• VYBZ KARTEL UNVEILS STAR-STUDDED FEATURE LINEUP AND TRACKLIST FOR NEW ALBUM GOD & TIME June 1, 2026
  Vybz Kartel, has officially unveiled the full feature lineup and tracklist for his highly anticipated new album, God & Time, arriving this Friday, June 5, 2026. The project boasts an impressive roster of global collaborators, including Nigerian Afrobeats superstar Wizkid, Jamaican dancehall icons Mavado and Spice, Puerto Rican Latin music powerhouse Farruko, and Jamaican hitmakers […]
  Donovan Watkis