cover photo by Roxanne Haynes In these desperate times which seem to be concurrent all over the world, Prezident Brown decided to release an official video to his song “Desperate Times” from his 2017 album “Journeyman Pil-grim-age”, highlighting his plea to stay calm and ride it out. “Prezident Brown (Fitz Albert Cotterell) was born in […]
U.N. Goodwill Ambassador for Environment to lead major tree-planting in Accra Youth cultural incubator to be built in complex near Aburi, Ghana Members of the press must apply to attend GLF by Sept. 23 due to on-site security NEW YORK (Sept. 16, 2019) – Ghanaian-born Afro-roots musician and humanitarian activist Rocky Dawuni is set to rock the Global Landscapes […]
New York, New York — September 2019 (Acclaim PR) — As Afrobeats continues to dominate our playlists and radio stations, it’s typically a win, win scenario when stars of the vibrant genre team up with Dancehall artists. The upbeat “Mine” is no exception to the winning rule. In fact, it shines as one of the year’s […]
Fillmore Theatre, San Francisco Sept 5, 2019 Article by Shelah Moody Featured cover photo by Rock N’ Robins Police, beggers and thieves patrol Geary Street in front of the Fillmore theatre in San Francisco. It is a scene straight out of what Rastas call Babylon, this neighborhood has been afflicted by systems of oppression: corporate […]
By Shelah Moody This month’s featured artist, King i, comes from Boston, MA via Trinidad and Tobago. The emerging producer, entertainer and visual artist, aka Keno Sampson Sankofa, recently spoke with Island Stage about the craft of building dancehall riddims. Island Stage: Tell us about the reggae scene in Boston. King i : Well, I […]
The 5th Annual Dry Diggings Festival has created an extra special and surprisingly mature vibe, out of the Cali Roots youthFull norm. The all to common dusty festival environs are welcomely absent as the paved parking lot and sidewalks leading to the entrance of the venue makes for a convenient easy and calm entrance into […]
Photos by © Lee Abel Photography Article by Rasta Stevie Smith For California’s central valley, all Labor Day roads led to the The One Love One Heart Festival, a culmination of a decade of commitment, hard work and the belief in the power of Reggae music as a transformational gathering medium. Set in the quiet […]
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GRAMMY® Award-winning artist Damian “Jr. Gong” Marley stars in the latest installment of NPR’s iconic Tiny Desk, which premiered on NPR Music today. This special and rare performance by Damian “Jr. Gong” Marley includes acoustic versions of songs from his Grammy award winning album, Stony Hill. The set includes “Slave Mill,” “So A Child May Follow” and “Speak Life” performed with his band and background singers. “With eyes shut, Marley […]
By Shelah Moody “As you can hear, my son, Baruch, actually rapped on that song. I’m very proud of him. I’ve never really told him to his face, maybe you can tell him for me. I’m proud of him, because usually when people write lyrics, it’s based on what they normally do. Luther Vandross sang […]
Article and photos by Robin Shaffer Hundreds of the most beautiful people you’ve ever seen filled Summit Music Hall on Sept. 4, 2019, to see the Nigerian African Giant sensation, Damini Ogulu, best known as Burna Boy. Although the website for the venue had some conflicting information – such as the time the doors open […]
By Jen Cheshire-Reggaewerx Reviewing Locos Por Juana’s latest album “Crazy For Jane” was a bit of a challenge as I don’t speak Spanish and there were several Spanish tracks. A friend helped me by translating the Spanish tracks. Thank you, Justin Goodman! “ Locos Por Juana is a GRAMMY® and Latin GRAMMY® nominated bilingual band, […]
Shelah Moody Photos by Patrick Niddrie &Mike Martinez “It’s really hard not to be influenced by Steel Pulse’s music and by what they’ve done and accomplished. They’re still so vibrant and alive; and touching people in such a way. So many people haven’t really been able to see and experience what an authentic reggae band is […]
Versatility, creativity, modern vocal sound fused with old school style, Royell Walker known as Dan Giovanni is one of reggae’s newest recording artist. A love and passion for music, he is also a studio engineer, producer. Resident of the sunshine city Portmore, Royell has always had great desires to become a professional musician. He displayed […]
Album review written by Jen Cheshire I became a fan of Jah Cure with “The Universal Cure”, his 2009 album. I loved the raw gritty lyrics of his “prison songs”. Since that album, I have been disappointed, as I felt that the rawness had gone. “Royal Soldier” has brought me back again. “Royal Soldier”, Jah […]
MPR Consulting “She understood that the hardest times in life to go through were when you were transitioning from one version of yourself to another.” ― Sarah Addison Allen The Evolution of Reggae’s Royalty 1st Lady; UNA MORGAN MPR CONSULTING – Amid the 2015 historic Catch A Fire tour uniting Reggae’s legendary families Morgan Heritage, Marleys […]
By Shelah Moody New age Afro- futurist Rasta. All these terms apply to independent singer/songwriter/producer Fyakin. On August 9, Fyakin released his second full length album, “New Wave,” on his Nyle Banks Music label. The Florida based, Jamaican born reggae artist ushers in a new wave of consciousness with tracks such as “ Africa Awaits,” […]
Album review By Jen Cheshire- Reggaewerx “The Most High calls on you when you are young, ‘cause you are strong,” said Fyakin. Over the years Fyakin found himself surrounded by other cultural icons in the industry, such as I Wayne. Fyakin, a devout Rastafarian, humbly credits I Wayne for imparting valuable words of wisdom that […]
We are pleased to share with you the latest single from Jamaican recording artist Mortimer called “Lightning“, released July 26th, via Overstand Entertainment and Easy Star Records. Produced by Winta James, “Lightning” is available now on all streaming platforms. “Lightning” is a classic down-tempo reggae love song with a modern update. With a sparse rhythm section featuring a live Hammond organ […]
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Upcoming Jamaican singer KAZAM DAVIS shows his versatility with this 45 minutes mix presented by Slin Rockaz Soundsystem. Assisted by artists like Exile Di Brave, Amlak Redsquare, Black Omolo and many more Kazam presents his greatest hit tunes and yet unreleased songs. Among them you will find classical roots reggae anthems, militant dub steppers, dancehall […]
This July, the multi-talented & GRAMMY-nominated artist Matisyahu will be continuing his incendiary summer tour on July 5th at Milwaukee’s Summerfest. The 30+ date tour will roll on through the western and southwestern United States – tickets are on sale now & the full tour date line up is below, and also available here. [http://matisyahuworld.com/tour] Matisyahu has created […]
Photos and article by Robin Shaffer aka Rock ‘N’ Robins July brought Colorado some rain, some hail, some blue skies, and some powerful reggae from the master, Ziggy Marley. The first Colorado shows were presented at the idyllic Denver Botanic Gardens. But the ultimate show occurred July 5 at the mystical Mishawaka Theatre in Bellvue. […]
from HIS RECENTLY RELEASED ALBUM, “AS I AM.” Julian Marley | “Broken Sail” | Such Is LifeMiami, Florida. July 02, 2019 –GRAMMY nominated Roots-Reggae crooner, Julian Marley releases new video to his self-written track, “Broken Sail,” off of his fourth and latestseventeen track album, AS I AM. The four minute and twenty-one second video was filmed in both Jamaica Port Royal and Lime Cay. In the lyrics, Julian compares his life and […]
Best of The Best Music Fest 2019 Story by @NattyDPhotography Photos by @NattyDPhotography & @MelvinCalender Best of the Best Music Fest brought the best Caribbean experience to Miami Florida on Memorial Day weekend. While there is a welcome party as well as a day party surrounding the music festival, the highlight of the weekend is the Music Fest that takes place […]
International Reggae artist Ras Slick is set to sizzle this summer as he officially gets into his “Zone” with a stellar new video and tour of the same name! The new visual, which has been released across multiple platforms, including Ras Slick’s You Tube channel, has already garnered a buzz since the single (Just Be […]
Thursday, July 18, 2019 8pm – 2am The Global Sound Clash Event Prior to Reggae Sumfest’s Main Nights Features Selectors from Around the World in a Nail-biting Competition. The Global Sound Clash Event Prior to Reggae Sumfest’s Main Nights features Selectors from Around the World in an exciting GLOBAL SOUND CLASH Competition! Jamaica’s rich music and culture which […]
Every generation boasts individuals that aim to leave their mark on this world through positive vibrations. Albeit art, politics, poetry, benevolence or music… Meet once such person in Apollo Tafari ! At first glance one might see him as just another lock’ed youth guitar carrying singer, but Apollo is more than meets the eyes. Some […]
Saratoga, CA *CURRENTLY ON TOUR* By Shelah Moody “Stand in the circle of peace, cause only the willing will see their dreams.”— Ziggy Marley Popsicles, mani -pedi’s, beach balls, mini vacas and day trips. Good vibes. Some things just go well with summer. Add Ziggy Marley at Mountain Winery to that list. For several years, […]
Article and photos by Robin Shaffer If it were up to me, I would put them all on pedestals. I am talking about the Common Kings who played on June 10 at Red Rocks as an opener for SOJA and Sublime with Rome. As is commonly known to their fans, it’s not unusual for Mata […]
ALL PROCEEDS FROM THIS SINGLE SUPPORTSTHE JAMAICAN REGGAE GIRLZ FOOTBALL TEAM !! The Jamaica Reggae Girlz Ready To #STRIKEHARD at the #FIFAWWC In France and the #ReggaeGirlz have been given the task of advancing from Group C! More info here
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