dancehall
43 women, non-binary artists, and bands with women making dancehall. start at whatever level you're standing on.
the whole dancehall guide: what it is, where to start, everyone making it →
level 1 · mainstream
the pop everyone knows
level 2 · the door
big names with a sharper edge
level 3 · one step out
cult favorites and indie darlings
level 4 · further
art pop, hyperpop, and the underground
level 5 · all the way
deep experimental
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questions
Who are some women making dancehall?
Bad Gyal, Sister Nancy, Spice, Shenseea, Stefflon Don, and Dawn Penn are a few. musicisforgirls.com/genres/dancehall/girls lists 43, sorted from mainstream to underground.
Who are some underground women making dancehall?
Further out, try Lady Saw, Tanya Stephens, Queen Ifrica, and Marika.
Where should I start with dancehall?
Start with Stefflon Don, Brick & Lace, and Kat DeLuna, then work your way out a level at a time.
where does your own listening sit? map your taste ✦
artists from musicbrainz and last.fm, updated 2026-10-20
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