NEW YORK, NY (August, 2026) — Fresh off an electrifying performance at Reggae Land UK, internationally acclaimed dancehall artist Kranium has officially announced his highly anticipated New York City headline concert at Sony Hall on Thursday, October 15, 2026.
Widely recognized as one of dancehall's most distinctive voices, Kranium returns to the city he proudly calls home for an intimate performance celebrating a career that has consistently bridged dancehall, reggae, and R&B while earning a devoted global fanbase.
The announcement follows the release of his latest EP, A Slight Delay, a project that showcases Kranium's continued artistic evolution while staying true to the melodic sound that has made him one of Jamaica's most recognizable contemporary artists. Earlier this year, he also embarked on his A Slight Delay Tour, bringing the new music directly to fans across multiple markets.
Since bursting onto the international scene with the Platinum-certified anthem "Nobody Has to Know," Kranium has continued to build an impressive catalog of global hits. His breakout single has earned multi-Platinum and Gold certifications across several territories, including Platinum in the United States and Canada, multi-Platinum in the United Kingdom, and Gold certification in New Zealand. He has also earned additional certifications for fan favorites including "Gal Policy" and "We Can."
Known affectionately as "The Melody Gad," Kranium has collaborated with some of music's biggest names while maintaining a sound uniquely his own. His effortless ability to blend dancehall authenticity with contemporary influences has positioned him as one of the genre's most influential voices over the past decade.
"New York has always been home for me," says Kranium. "Every time I perform here, the energy is different because these are the people who have been supporting me from the beginning. After everything that's happened this year, from touring to releasing A Slight Delay and headlining festivals, it felt like the perfect time to come back with a headline show that the fans deserve."
Fans can expect an evening filled with the songs that defined Kranium's career alongside music from ‘A Slight Delay’, delivering the captivating live performance and signature vocals that have made him one of dancehall's premier live entertainers.
With millions of streams worldwide, international certifications, sold-out performances, and a catalog that continues to resonate across generations, Kranium's Sony Hall performance promises to be one of New York City's must-see dancehall events of the year.
KRANIUM – LIVE IN CONCERT
Date: Thursday, October 15, 2026
Venue: Sony Hall
Location: New York, NY
Ticket information and additional details will be announced soon.
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About Kranium
Born in Montego Bay, Jamaica, and raised between Jamaica and New York, Kranium has become one of dancehall’s most recognizable global voices. Known for his seamless fusion of dancehall, reggae, R&B and hip-hop influences, he first broke through internationally with “Nobody Has To Know” and has since built a catalog of global records that continue to connect across cultures and generations. His music has earned multiple certifications across the United States, Canada and the United Kingdom, solidifying his position as one of the defining Jamaican artists of his era.










