The 42nd International Reggae and World Music Awards took place on Sunday March 30 at the Coral Springs Center for the Arts in Florida, celebrating the best in reggae and world music.

Top Winners of the night included Buju Banton who was awarded Entertainer of the Year and DJ of the year, the Recording Artist of the Year plaque was given to Vybz Kartel, with Christopher Martin and Alaine awarded Best Male and Female Vocalist respectively

Other awardees included Busy Signal Agent Sasco, Shenseea, Capleton, Sean Paul, DJ Chrome, Julie Mango Romain Virgo, Nygy Boy & YG Marley.

Bounty Killer was given the Marcus Garvey Humanitarian Award with the award for Best Dancehall Stagecraft Entertainer going to Beenie Man and Jah Vinci walking away with the Best Singjay Entertainer Award.

The awards ceremony recognized outstanding contributions to reggae and world music, honoring legends and newcomers alike.