Caribbean Music Awards 2025: Brooklyn Kings Theatre Shines with Caribbean Culture

On August 28, 2025, Brooklyn’s Kings Theatre transformed into the epicenter of Caribbean pride as the Third Annual Caribbean Music Awards lit up the city. Hosted by comedian Majah Hype, the night honored legends, celebrated rising stars, and showcased the rich diversity of Caribbean sound. From dancehall and reggae to soca, bouyon, calypso, and gospel.

Star-Studded Performances

The stage came alive with unforgettable performances from some of the culture’s biggest names:

• Chronic Law, Konshens, Ding Dong, Lila Iké, and Romain Virgo brought pure Jamaican energy.

• Skinny Fabulous kept the soca vibes vibrant.

• Special moments honored both traditional roots and modern chart-topping hits, proving Caribbean music is stronger than ever.

The Big Winners

The competition was fierce across 40+ categories, but a few names stood tall:

• Shenseea — Female Dancehall Artist of the Year

• Lila Iké — Female Reggae Artist of the Year

• Patrice Roberts — Female Soca Artist of the Year

• Valiant — Male Dancehall Artist of the Year

• Romain Virgo — Male Reggae Artist of the Year

• Skinny Fabulous — Male Soca Artist of the Year

Other highlights included Bugle’s “Thank You Lord” ft. Buju Banton & Damian Marley, which won Reggae Collaboration of the Year, and Lady Lava securing Bouyon Collaboration of the Year.

Legends Honored

The Caribbean Music Awards didn’t just celebrate today’s stars—it also paid tribute to icons who paved the way:

• Busta Rhymes — Elite Icon Award

• Bounty Killer — Lifetime Achievement Award

• Super Blue (Austin Lyons) — Calypso Honors

• Kerwin Du Bois — Producer Honors

• Carimi (Haitian Band) — Legacy Honors

• Sizzla Youth Foundation — Humanitarian Award

• Shirleyann Cyril-Mayers — Gospel Excellence

Each honoree was a reminder of how deeply Caribbean music has shaped global sound and culture.

Why This Night Mattered

The 2025 Caribbean Music Awards wasn’t just an awards show—it was a statement.

• Brooklyn’s Kings Theatre became a global stage for the Caribbean diaspora.

• The partnership with HOT 97 amplified the event worldwide, streaming the red carpet and performances to millions.

• Most importantly, it solidified that Caribbean music isn’t just surviving—it’s thriving and leading the global conversation.

Final Word

✨ Written by Jasmine Taylor for Jasmine Taylor TV — your home for hip hop, R&B, Caribbean culture, and community news.