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
By Jen Cheshire Roots rock reggae band Pepper is currently touring with Iration, Fortunate Youth and Katastro, and promoting their new album “Local Motion”, to be released on June 28th. The video of the first single released from the album, “Warning” ft Stick Figure, which was produced by Stick Figure, engineered by Johnny Cosmic, and […]
written by Jen Cheshire I interviewed Jemere Morgan for a radio station when he was a junior in High School. At the time, like most juniors, he didn’t really know what he wanted to do after school, an architect, a lawyer, maybe go into the music industry. This was at the time of his first […]
Jen Cheshire In my opinion, Jamaican reggae artist Christopher Martin has always been on the pop side of dancehall music and with his latest album, “And Then”, I feel he has gone even further in that direction. “And Then” is an album with a love theme, that has tracks ranging from upbeat to an acoustic […]
Photos and article by Danny Savage Sunday, May 12th marked Julian Marley and the Uprising’s stop in Wilmington, Delaware at the historical Queen Theater. The weather was unseasonably cold and the relentless rain caused streets to flood, making the journey to the show a difficult one. But those of who braved Mother Nature’s wrath were treated […]
Already boasting many impressive achievements for a young artist of his age, heir to the throne, the first to fill the 3rd generation of the legendary Royal family of reggae Morgan Heritage, son of Gramps Morgan, Jemere Morgan has announced the May 17th, 2019 release of his sophomore album. On the heels of transitioning from a teenager to a man, The GRAMMY […]
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The official 13th annual Best Of The Best Mix Tape is Now Out!!!! Celebrate Memorial Day weekend in Miami at the annual Best of the Best concert taking place this year on Sunday, May 26th, 2019. More Details here – Best of the Best Concert
With one of the larger global celebrations of reggae, April 20, just past, here’s the latest issue of Global Reggae Charts magazine!Gentleman’s Dub Club has risen to the top of the album charts with Lost In Space, but it’s King Mas at #7 for the debut of Crown who has deservedly received the cover! The […]
When many think of Reggae, the thought that often follows is the mellow and languid high of marijuana, if that is “true”, than no better combination was to be shared then Iya Terra, The Movement, Steel Pulse, Pepper and Stick Figure who came together to celebrate 4/20 at the iconic Red Rocks in Colorado. While […]
New York-based family band New Kingston continues to be one of the most prolific and relatable bands in the U.S. reggae community and the announcement of their rock2roots project continues their upward trajectory. “Fyah Nuh Hot Like You” is the first single from the rock2roots series, which will showcase the many styles and vibrations New Kingston brings both on the road […]
In association with Tuff Gong WorldWide Written by: Shelah Moody and Susan Underwood Her life is literally an inspirational song set to a soulful, syncopated beat. If anyone deserves the title, “Lioness of Reggae” Music, it is the honorable Rita Marley, O.D. During the rise of reggae music and Rastafarian consciousness in the early sixties, […]
PRESS RELEASE (communiqué de presse disponible en français sur demande)Armed with Self Confidence, Jemere Morgan Releases Sophomore Album MPR Consulting – Already boasting many impressive achievement for a young artist of his age, heir to the throne, the first to fill the 3rd generation of the legendary Royal family of reggae Morgan Heritage, son of […]
Live Nation Urban announced today, the launch of Femme it Forward, a multi-format series of all female curated lineups spotlighting the entertainment industry’s most creative and accomplished female visionaries, both on the stage and behind the scenes. Tickets go on sale for the inaugural series of events Friday, April 19, 2019, 10:00 a.m. EST, exclusively via www.LiveNation.com. The multi-market series […]
New York, New York — April 2019 (Irish and Chin) — Reggae music lovers, selectors, sound systems and sound clash enthusiasts have spoken and after months of voting, Irish and Chin’s 2019 Annual World Clash Dubplate Award (WCDA) winners are in! Amidst growing anticipation, Garfield “Chin” Bourne of Irish and Chin announced winners during his popular Sound Chat […]
The summer does NOT officially begin until we say HUSH Weekend!!! That’s right, Washington, D.C.’s premiere weekend is back with a bang, celebrating it’s 4th anniversary with an awesome line up of events that will span Memorial Day Weekend, May 23-26, 2019. The annual destination event weekend promises revelers a fun-filled party and entertainment experience […]
Night Nurse Productions is pleased to let you know about the official formation of the new record label Trojan Jamaica. This new reggae record label is the love child of Zak Starkey and Sharna “Sshh” Liguz, alongside a partnership with BMG. The first album will be released this summer, titled Red, Gold, Green and Blue. […]
Photos and article by Rock ‘N’ Robin’s Kayafest, held in Miami’s Bayfront Park this year, is a celebration of several facets. First, it’s the birthday of Stephen, the Second Son of the musical prophet and spiritual leader, Bob Marley. Also, it’s a celebration of the healing herb, marijuana. In fact, Kayafest brings people from all […]
The March issue of the Global Reggae Charts magazine is out now. Eesah has been bubbling up within the Jamaican roots scene, so his presence on the album charts at #11 for Masterpiece, is only logical. Likewise is his appearance on our cover, since we’re excited to see where his music takes him from here! […]
THE VINYL EXCLUSIVE FEATURES RITA MARLEY’S MOST ICONIC SONGS Los Angeles, CA (March 29, 2019) – Award winning singer, musician, philanthropist and reggae icon Mrs. Rita Marley, OD will release a career retrospective of her most well-known material. The Best of Rita Marley ‘Lioness of Reggae’ will be released exclusively on limited edition vinyl, Friday […]
Buju Banton and his Sons Markus Myrie and Jahaziel Myrie Team Up on New Single Kingston, Jamaica – It’s a family affair for Buju Banton and his sons Markus Myrie and Jahazeil Myrie with the release of “False Pretense” single! On the heels of Buju Banton making history with “Long Walk To Freedom” concert, the […]
featuring Chart Topping Hawaiian Artist Fiji This Friday March 22, 2019 Off Their Upcoming Full Length Album, Produced by Damian “Jr. Gong” Marley Kingston, Jamaica; After garnering tremendous traction internationally for their single “Loving You is Easy’ the Reggae Ambassador’s, THIRD WORLD are set to release the official remix featuring Grammy nominated, Polynesian artist Fiji. […]
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