After a 15-year absence from U.S. stages, Grammy Award-winning dancehall icon Bounty Killer is officially poised to make his long-anticipated return to performing in America.
The veteran entertainer, born Rodney Price and widely known as “The Warlord,” has successfully regained his U.S. visa and has already traveled to the United States. While fans across the diaspora are buzzing with excitement, eager to see him live for the first time since the mid-2000s, no official concert has been scheduled—yet.
Bounty Killer’s visa was revoked in 2010 during a time when several high-profile Jamaican dancehall artists were facing increased scrutiny from U.S. immigration authorities. Despite the travel restrictions, his global influence remained strong through acclaimed collaborations and steady musical output. Among his international highlights are his contributions to Damian “Jr. Gong” Marley’s Grammy-winning album Welcome to Jamrock and his feature on No Doubt’s “Hey Baby,” which won a Grammy Award for Best Pop Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocals in 2004.
Now, with the travel hurdle cleared, speculation about his first U.S. performance has begun to swirl online. But Bounty Killer and his team have stepped in to set the record straight.
In a statement released this week, the artist clarified that while he is excited to return to the U.S. performance circuit, no official show date has been booked. “There are unauthorized claims being made online regarding shows that I am not booked for,” the statement read. “While discussions are underway with my management and booking team, nothing has been finalized.”
The dancehall legend also extended his gratitude to his longtime supporters, including his fans, friends, and manager Paul ‘Bankey’ Giscombe. “I’m forever grateful for the unwavering support. The love has been real,” he said.
With a legacy that includes helping launch the careers of Vybz Kartel, Mavado, and Busy Signal, Bounty Killer remains a towering figure in dancehall. His return to performing in the U.S.—when it does happen—is expected to be a monumental moment for fans and the genre alike.
