Bounty Killer
Bounty Killer, born Rodney Price, is a prominent Jamaican dancehall artist known for his gritty lyrics and powerful stage presence. He emerged in the 1990s and has been instrumental in shaping the genre, often regarded as a mentor to many younger artists. His music addresses social issues, combining energetic beats with a strong message, making him a respected figure in reggae and dancehall music.
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Bounty Killer is a headliner of the concert and encouraged Blakkman to pursue the project every year.
Blakkman, Dexta, Bounty lead Seaview Gardens benefit concert | Entertainment
Jamaica· 2026-02-16
Bounty Killer is a dancehall artist who collaborated with Sly Dunbar on Grammy-winning songs.
The ‘Word Sound and Power’ of Sly Dunbar | EntertainmentJamaica· 2026-02-01
Bounty Killer is part of the dancehall fraternity providing aid to hurricane survivors.
Michael Abrahams | Blessed are the sinners | CommentaryJamaica· 2025-11-26
Lady Da Flame has performed alongside both gospel and reggae artistes, among them Bounty Killer.
5 Questions with Lady Da Flame | EntertainmentJamaica· 2025-11-07
Bounty Killer is one of Sizzla's musical friends performing at the mega concert.
Two decades later, Sizzla’s ‘Rise to the Occasion’ is still inspiring | EntertainmentJamaica· 2025-10-19
Bounty Killer is among the artistes selling out arenas in the US.
First round of voting for Grammys begins Friday | EntertainmentJamaica· 2025-09-30
Terry Ganzie and Bounty Killer have since buried the hatchet and have mutual respect for each other.
Terry Ganzie the original ‘Outlaw’ is back | EntertainmentJamaica· 2025-09-28
The project features several dancehall artistes such as Bounty Killer.
Munga Honorable talks ‘Dem Vibe Yah’ and life in dancehall | EntertainmentJamaica· 2025-09-10
Bounty Killer is one of the prominent artists featured at the SoundAtopia Music Festival.
Big names, genres coming together for SoundAtopia Music Festival | EntertainmentJamaica· 2025-09-05
Vybz Kartel expressed gratitude to Bounty Killer for the inspirational role he played in his career.
Kartel’s coronation headlines Reggae Sumfest | EntertainmentJamaica· 2025-07-20
Fantan Mojah adopted his stage name as an homage to Bounty Killer.
Rasta Fantan, not 'tight pants Mojah', performs at Reggae Sumfest | EntertainmentJamaica· 2025-07-20
Masicka delivered a show-stopping performance at Bounty Killer’s US return concert.
Masicka ready for Sumfest | EntertainmentJamaica· 2025-07-17Bounty Killer is a mentor to Vybz Kartel and played a crucial role in his early solo career.
A king’s coronation | EntertainmentJamaica· 2025-07-13
Bounty Killer was one of the artists charged for using expletives during performances.
Warmington’s regret | Lead StoriesJamaica· 2025-07-01
Yung Lion grew up listening to 90s dancehall from Bounty Killer.
Yung Lion urges Jamaicans to ‘lion up’ | EntertainmentJamaica· 2025-06-23
