Instrumental music has long been an essential part of the history of reggae music. Versions of popular riddims were at the core of sound system parties, laying the foundation for DJs and toasters who hyped the crowd, fighting for the biggest reaction.… Read More
“From the beginning, one of my goals was to have a dub/reggae foundation but with a really big drum sound and production influence from that prog rock/electronic vibe,” declares Matt Benoit, the musical brain behind Mind in Motion, a new instrumental project from Benoit, drummer for the rising star of the American reggae world HIRIE.… Read More
SANTA CRUZ, Calif. — In the final moments before showtime at The Catalyst in Santa Cruz, Mike Garmany of The Holdup adjusts the glittery in-ear monitors that rest just a few centimeters above his signature shining cubic zirconia gauges. Along with the glossy lavender Squire Stratocaster guitar he’ll pick up on the way to the stage a few minutes later, the earrings catch more light than anything else in the room, reflecting back onto the assembled crowd of hundreds of fans passionately singing every word.… Read More
The lead vocals of Logan Rex immediately hook the listener on the latest single from Artikal Sound System, “Come On Over.” Sparse guitar and keys tastefully backup this intro verse before the full band drops the riddim on this energetic new track from their upcoming album Time, available December 7.… Read More
There are a lot of paths through the music industry—performer, producer, management, merchandising—and some individuals find themselves filling many of those roles throughout their career. With a Grammy on the shelf, and seven other nominations to boot, Damon Elliott a.k.a. NomaD approaches his debut release Grown Tingz, out September 28, with an expert ear for producing hit material.… Read More
“We’re from Rochester, New York, and we go by the name Giant Panda Guerilla Dub Squad. We’re just one of the roots reaching out from the reggae tree all around the world.” These words spoken by James Searl after an effortless cruise through a buoyant, harmony-filled rendition of “Live And Travel,” from the band’s most recent album Make It Better.… Read More
Guest Post by Brad Metzger
Brad has covered Reggae for over 30 years for publications including Billboard, Reggae Report International, The Beat and United Reggae. For the past 2 years Brad has covered festivals including Cali Roots, Rototom Sunsplash in Spain and many others in his capacity as California Editor for Reggaeville.com
Reggae Rise Up Utah 2018 boasted a stacked and epic lineup attracting Reggae fans from all over the country.… Read More
