IRAWMA Press Credentials
Thank you for your interest in covering the 43rd Annual International Reggae and World Music Awards (IRAWMA), which will be held on Sunday, May 17th, 2026, at the Lauderhill Performing Arts Center, Lauderhill, Florida. All media requests will be processed in the order received. The applications will be reviewed, and a decision will be made as soon as possible
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(February 9, 2026, Jamaica • South Florida • Chicago) As
43rd IRAWMA Honorees
EXCITING NEWS🗣️🎥📸 The 43rd International Reggae And World Music Awards @irawmaawards is guaranteed to be a Night of Pure Excellence🇯🇲✨🌟. We are absolutely honored to announce that OLIVER MAIR the Consul General of Jamaica to the Southern USA will be taking the stage as one of our esteemed HOSTS for the 43rd IRAWMA! Known for his tireless diplomacy and his infectious passion for Jamaican culture, Consul General Mair brings a level of charisma and prestige that perfectly aligns with the spirit of the International Reggae and World Music Awards. His commitment to bridging the gap between the diaspora and the homeland has been nothing short of inspiring, and we couldn’t be more excited to have his energy leading the way.
As a champion of the arts and a true patriot, Oliver Mair’s involvement elevates this year’s celebration of global music and culture. His presence on the IRAWMA stage is a tribute to his ongoing efforts to keep the Jamaican flag flying high and his dedication to honoring the legends who have built our musical foundation.
Get ready for an unforgettable night of elegance, rhythm, and Caribbean pride as we welcome Consul General Mair to the spotlight!
The Best of the Best in Reggae and World Music are ready to take over LAUDERHILL, FLORIDA.
Expect top-tier live performances celebrating Reggae and World Music along with high-profile accolades.
🗣️AN EVENT YOU DON’T WANT TO MISS✨
SEE YOU ALL NEXT WEEK🥰🫡
ADDRESS:
📍 Lauderhill Performing Arts Center, Lauderhill, Florida
📅 May 17th, 2026
⏰ RED CARPET & VIP RECEPTION 6pm EST
⏰ Awards Showcase 7.30pm EST
🗳️ Cast your vote NOW at IRAWMA.com
🎟️ Get your tickets today at IRAWMA.com & IPACFL.com
#IRAWMA43 #OliverMair #ConsulGeneral #JamaicanExcellence #ReggaeMusic
🌟🗣️ CELEBRATING A LEGEND: George Crookes 🇯🇲🎤 Give it up for a true icon! We are beyond thrilled to announce GEORGE CROOKES as a SPECIAL HONOREE at the 43rd IRAWMA (International Reggae and World Music Awards). This prestigious award for Lifelong Contributions to Reggae & Jamaican Music is a testament to George’s unwavering dedication and the indelible mark he has left on the heartbeat of our culture. For decades, his vision and hard work have helped shape the soundscape of the island, ensuring that the soul of Jamaican music continues to resonate across the globe.
George’s journey in the music industry is nothing short of amazing. From behind-the-scenes mastery to championing the evolution of the genre, his influence has been a guiding light for generations of artists and producers alike. This honor isn’t just about the years spent in the studio or on the road; it’s about the passion and excellence he has poured into the Jamaican music industry. Join us in saluting a giant whose legacy continues to inspire the rhythm of the world!
#IRAWMA🇯🇲 #GeorgeCrookes #ReggaeLegend🏆 #JamaicanMusic🎊🎉✨🌟
✨🏆ENERGYYYYY is HEATING UP🔥🔥🔥🔥🚀🚀🚀🚀 The countdown is OFFICIALLY on we are now exactly 10 days away from CULTURE’s MOST TALKED ABOUT BIGGEST NIGHT. Please lock in your TICKETS as event is expected to hit Capacity, don’t miss out✨ The 43rd Annual International Reggae and World Music Awards ceremony will be happening live on SUNDAY MAY 17th at LAUDERHILL PERFORMING ARTS CENTER in Lauderhill, FLORIDA. Hosted by two of our very on Outstanding Most Loved Caribbean’s BEST HOSTS @marciapoetry and @duftonduffyshepherd 🇯🇲💪🏆
Come ready to witness the Best of the Best in Reggae & World Music Artists all set and ready to take over LAUDERHILL, FLORIDA. The RED CARPET will be littyyyy and the stage on fyaaaaa with live performances✨💃🕺. We are celebrating 43 Years of top-tier Award ceremony with royalty vibes. We will also be highly HONORING the REGGAE and WORLD MUSIC Legendary Artists at @irawmaawards
🗣️DON’T HEAR ABOUT IT, BE THERE TO WITNESS HISTORY LIVE AND DIRECT….. Get your hottest outfits ready, SEE YOU ALL THERE!
CATCH THE AWARDS HAPPENING AT:-
📍 Lauderhill Performing Arts Center, Lauderhill, Florida
📅 May 17th, 2026
⏰ RED CARPET & VIP RECEPTION 6pm EST
⏰ Awards Showcase 7.30pm EST
🗳️ Cast your vote NOW at IRAWMA.com
🎟️ Get your tickets today at IRAWMA.com & IPACFL.com
#IRAWMA2026 #ReggaeMusic #WorldMusic #CulturalExcellence
The anticipation is building and the countdown is almost over! ✨🔥
The International Reggae And World Music Awards is almost here and the energy is unmatched! Don’t wait until the last minute — secure your tickets now and be part of an unforgettable celebration of music, culture, and greatness. 🌍🏆
🎟️ Get your tickets today at
IRAWMA Official Website
And don’t forget…
🗳️ VOTING ENDS MAY 15TH
Vote! Vote! Vote! Your voice matters! 💯
#irawma #reggae #international #mzminahmedia
✨🏆LIGHTS, CAMERA, ACTION🎊🎉📸🎥 We are officially 10 Days away:- ARE YOU READY FOR CULTURE’s BIGGEST NIGHT🏆✨ The 43rd Annual International Reggae and World Music Awards ceremony happening live on SUNDAY MAY 17th at LAUDERHILL PERFORMING ARTS CENTER in Lauderhill, FLORIDA hosted by two of Caribbean’s BEST HOSTS @marciapoetry and @duftonduffyshepherd 🌍🏆
The Best of the Best in Reggae and World Music are ready to take over LAUDERHILL, FLORIDA featuring live performances and more. Expect top-tier live performances celebrating Reggae and World Music along with high-profile accolades.
🗣️AN EVENT YOU DON’T WANT TO MISS✨
📍 Lauderhill Performing Arts Center, Lauderhill, Florida
📅 May 17th, 2026
⏰ RED CARPET & VIP RECEPTION 6pm EST
⏰ Awards Showcase 7.30pm EST
🎟️ Get your tickets today at IRAWMA.com & IPACFL.com
#IRAWMA2026 #ReggaeMusic #WorldMusic #CulturalExcellence
🗣️✨🫡🌟👂You heard it from Caribbean’s Multi-Award Winning Artist @grunggaadzilla WHAT ARE YOU WAITING FOR? The tickets are going fast!! Every performance is a moment. Every appearance is unforgettable.
🗣️DON’T HEAR ABOUT IT, BE THERE TO WITNESS HISTORY LIVE AND DIRECT….. Get your hottest outfits ready, SEE YOU ALL THERE💃🕺🇯🇲🌍🏆
CATCH THE AWARDS LIVE IN FLORIDA, USA.
📍 Lauderhill Performing Arts Center, Lauderhill, Florida
📅 May 17th, 2026
⏰ RED CARPET & VIP RECEPTION 6pm EST
⏰ Awards Showcase 7.30pm EST
🎟️ Get your tickets today at IRAWMA.com & IPACFL.com
#BountyKiller #ReggaeMusic #WorldMusic #CulturalExcellence
Big moves for the culture! 🇯🇲🎧 Massive congratulations are in order for DJ MAC @djmac__ on his nomination for RECORD PRODUCER OF THE YEAR at the 43rd International Reggae and World Music Awards (IRAWMA)! 🏆✨
From the studio to the airwaves, his work ethic and hits speak for themselves. This nomination is a huge testament to the vision, the craft, and the undeniable impact he’s had on the sound of the industry this year.
🗳️ To all DJ MAC fans worldwide, VOTE VOTE VOTE
🔗 VOTE HERE: irawma.com
#DJMac #IRAWMA #RecordProducerOfTheYear #DancehallCulture
🎉 CELEBRATING AFRICAN LEGEND FROM CONGO DRC: AWILO LONGOMBA @awilolongomba 🎉 Congratulations to the living legend AWILO🎉 We are absolutely thrilled to celebrate your monumental achievement as the recipient of the Special Honoree Award for BEST AFRICAN LEGENDARY ENTERTAINER at the 43rd IRAWMA. Your electrifying energy, innovative beats, and unmatched showmanship have broken boundaries and introduced the vibrant, infectious sounds of African music to the entire globe, making you an undeniable titan in the music industry.
For decades, your dynamic rhythms and iconic dance moves have done much more than dominate the chartS, they have united cultures and brought boundless joy to millions of fans worldwide. You have paved the way for countless generations of artists, proving that music is a universal language of celebration. Your unwavering dedication to your craft and your profound impact on the global music landscape are truly inspiring, and this recognition is a beautiful and well-deserved testament to your extraordinary, enduring legacy.
We are honored to honor AWILO LONGOMBA here at IRAWMA🌍
The Best of the Best in Reggae and World Music are ready to take over LAUDERHILL, FLORIDA
📍 Lauderhill Performing Arts Center, Lauderhill, Florida
📅 May 17th, 2026
⏰ RED CARPET & VIP RECEPTION 6pm EST
⏰ Awards Showcase 7.30pm EST
#AwiloLongomba #IRAWMA #AfricanMusic #Legend #Soukous
ARTIST NOMINEE SPOTLIGHT 🦋JAMAICA STAND UP 🇯🇲👑 Huge congratulations are in order for the Gargamel himself! Multi-Award Winning Artist BUJU BANTON @bujubanton has been officially nominated for Best Male DJ/Rapper at the 43rd International Reggae and World Music Awards (IRAWMA)! 🏆✨
From the timeless anthems that defined an era to the fresh sounds currently dominating the airwaves, Buju continues to set the standard for excellence so high. We are celebrating this milestone by looking back at BUJU BANTON hit songs that keep us moving and our bass ouls on fire 🔥 : “Untold Stories” 📖 “Wanna Be Loved” ❤️ “Champion” 🥇 and of course his massive new anthem that is currently now taking over the airwaves—“Butterflies”! 🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🔥
Now, it’s up to BUJU BANTON’s global fan base to bring this trophy home. To al Buju fans show how the world why the King of the Dancehall remains unmatched!
👉 VOTE NOW please go to: https://irawma.com
Let’s run up the numbers! Please Post your favorite Buju lyric in the comments below! 👇 🇯🇲🎤
#BujuBanton #Gargamel #IRAWMA43 #BestMaleDJ #Butterflies🦋
🔥 The countdown is ON! The 43rd Annual International Reggae and World Music Awards is almost here, and you do not want to miss reggae and world music’s biggest night!
Join us Sunday, May 17, 2026 for an unforgettable evening celebrating the icons, legends, and rising stars who continue to shape the culture. Expect electrifying performances, special honors, unforgettable moments, and pure Caribbean excellence under one roof.
🎶 Live Performances
🏆 Star-Studded Awards
✨ Red Carpet Glamour
🌍 The Best in Reggae & World Music
This is more than an awards show — it’s a celebration of the music, the movement, and the culture that unites us all.
🎟️ Tickets are selling fast! Secure your seat NOW and be part of history.
#IRAWMA2026 #43rdIRAWMA #ReggaeAwards #WorldMusicAwards #ReggaeCulture Dancehall CaribbeanExcellence GetYourTickets OneLoveOneStage IRAWMALive
✨🏆ENERGYYYYY is HEATING UP🔥🔥🔥🔥🚀🚀🚀🚀 The countdown is OFFICIALLY on we are now exactly 2 weeks away from CULTURE’s MOST TALKED ABOUT BIGGEST NIGHT. Please lock in your TICKETS as event is expected to hit Capacity, don’t miss out✨ The 43rd Annual International Reggae and World Music Awards ceremony will be happening live on SUNDAY MAY 17th at LAUDERHILL PERFORMING ARTS CENTER in Lauderhill, FLORIDA. Hosted by two of our very on Outstanding Most Loved Caribbean’s BEST HOSTS @marciapoetry and @duftonduffyshepherd 🇯🇲💪🏆
Come ready to witness the Best of the Best in Reggae & World Music Artists all set and ready to take over LAUDERHILL, FLORIDA. The RED CARPET will be littyyyy and the stage on fyaaaaa with live performances✨💃🕺. We are celebrating 43 Years of top-tier Award ceremony with royalty vibes. We will also be highly HONORING the REGGAE and WORLD MUSIC Legendary Artists at @irawmaawards
🗣️DON’T HEAR ABOUT IT, BE THERE TO WITNESS HISTORY LIVE AND DIRECT….. Get your hottest outfits ready, SEE YOU ALL THERE!
CATCH THE AWARDS HAPPENING AT:-
📍 Lauderhill Performing Arts Center, Lauderhill, Florida
📅 May 17th, 2026
⏰ RED CARPET & VIP RECEPTION 6pm EST
⏰ Awards Showcase 7.30pm EST
🗳️ Cast your vote NOW at IRAWMA.com
🎟️ Get your tickets today at IRAWMA.com & IPACFL.com
#IRAWMA2026 #ReggaeMusic #WorldMusic #CulturalExcellence
🔥 THE COUNTDOWN IS GETTING HOTTER! 🔥
The stage is set.
The energy is building.
The icons are coming.
The 43rd Annual International Reggae & World Music Awards (IRAWMA) is about to turn up the heat and crown the BEST in reggae and world music! 🌍🎶🏆
Who’s taking home the trophies?
Who’s shutting down the stage with unforgettable performances?
Who’s bringing the biggest surprise of the night? 👀
This isn’t just an award show…
This is where LEGENDS are honored, STARS are celebrated, and HISTORY is made.
From blazing performances to unforgettable moments, the culture’s biggest night is almost here — and trust us, you do NOT want to miss what’s coming.
💥 43 Years Strong
💥 One Legendary Stage
💥 One Unforgettable Night
Get ready for the glitz.
Get ready for the vibes.
Get ready for the ultimate reggae and world music experience.
The temperature is rising… are you ready? 🔥
#IRAWMA2026 #43rdIRAWMA #ReggaeRoyalty #WorldMusicAwards #CultureOnDisplay ReggaeMusic DancehallVibes MusicHistory IRAWMALive TheCountdownIsOn
It’s official massive congratulations to the Hottest Artist SKIPPA who has been nominated for Best New Entertainer at the 43rd International Reggae and World Music Awards (IRAWMA). 🎤🌟
This is a testament to Skippa’s hard work he has been taking over the global scene with the smash hit “Topic” leading the charge, there’s no doubt who’s running the new generation of music.
To all SKIPPA fans please VOTE VOTE to support greatness and show the world who is in charge of the New Generation of music!
🔗 VOTE HERE: irawma.com
#SkippaDon #IRAWMA #BestNewArtist #Topic
🏆 The Countdown is ON! 🎶✨
The stage is set for the 43rd Annual International Reggae & World Music Awards (IRAWMA) — celebrating the icons, legends, and rising stars who continue to shape reggae and world music culture across the globe.
Join us as we honor excellence in music, culture, and entertainment with unforgettable performances, special tributes, and prestigious award presentations.
🔥 Honoring some of the biggest names in music
🎤 Live performances
🌍 International celebration of reggae & world music excellence
Congratulations to this year’s incredible honorees including Spragga Benz, Mavado, Awilo Longomba, and Gramps Morgan — and many more!
📅 May 17, 2026
📍 South Florida
🎟️ Secure your tickets now
🗳️ Voting closes soon!
Be part of the celebration where music, culture, and legacy come together.
#IRAWMA2026 #IRAWMA #ReggaeMusic #WorldMusicAwards #Dancehall ReggaeCulture MusicAwards CaribbeanMusic 43rdIRAWMA CelebrateTheCulture VPRecords ReggaeLegends
🗣️BLACK EXCELLENCE IN MOTION🌟 PUBLIC/FANS VOTING ENDS in 4 days on this this coming Tuesday MAY 5th 2026 at MIDNIGHT!
Please VOTE VOTE VOTE NOW at http://IRAWMA.com
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We are standing at the intersection of culture, music, and purpose—reminding us that IRAWMA is more than an event, it’s a powerful movement that honors where we come from and elevates where we’re going.
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THIS IS YOUR CHANCE TO BE PART OF HISTORY
A POWERFUL LEGACY…. VOTE VOTE VOTE 🗳️
🎟️ Get your tickets now at IRAWMA.com
🗳️ Vote for your favorite artists today
#IRAWMA #DrEphraimMartin #LegacyInMotion #CelebrateTheCulture GlobalVibes
✨🏆GET READY FOR CULTURE’s BIGGEST NIGHT🏆✨ The 43rd Annual International Reggae and World Music Awards ceremony happening live on SUNDAY MAY 17th at LAUDERHILL PERFORMING ARTS CENTER in Lauderhill, FLORIDA hosted by two of Caribbean’s BEST HOSTS @marciapoetry and @duftonduffyshepherd 🌍🏆
The Best of the Best in Reggae and World Music are ready to take over LAUDERHILL, FLORIDA featuring live performances and more. Expect top-tier live performances celebrating Reggae and World Music along with high-profile accolades.
🗣️AN EVENT YOU DON’T WANT TO MISS✨
📍 Lauderhill Performing Arts Center, Lauderhill, Florida
📅 May 17th, 2026
⏰ RED CARPET & VIP RECEPTION 6pm EST
⏰ Awards Showcase 7.30pm EST
🗳️ Cast your vote NOW at IRAWMA.com
🎟️ Get your tickets today at IRAWMA.com & IPACFL.com
Please stay tuned for more major announcements
#IRAWMA2026 #ReggaeMusic #WorldMusic #CulturalExcellence
