7. Aidonia, “Banga”
What a year for Aidonia! Consistent hits after hits that have connected not only with Jamaican audiences, but the global market. He unleashed the badman anthem “Banga” on the 2Face Riddim at the start of 2017, and it’s been an instant forward in any dance this year. With more songs like “Hot Tool” in his arsenal, 2018 looks even more promising for the JOP Boss. — Jamie Rodigan