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Brian Nelson a.k.a. Red Ninja is passionate about making music, making friends, experiencing life and living to tell the tale. Whether dropping heavy dub beats, cruising untouched Rocky Mountain powder, or talking shop about the music biz, Nelson’s approach is pure ninja.

First Listen: The Black Seeds – Back To You

Nothing brings people together like the heat of the dance floor. The lights go down, the bass kicks up, and that funky beat comes in and takes control. Whether you’re a swayer, a bouncer, or a bust-a-mover, the dance floor is a place to express and release.…… Read More

First Listen: New Kingston – Honorable & The Beast

Kingston, Jamaica: Birth place of the international phenomenon known as reggae music.

Jamaica, New York: Neighborhood within Queens, largest of New York City’s five boroughs, and pioneering hot spot of hip hop music.

New Kingston: Self-described Progressive Reggae group of Jamaican heritage based in NYC, consisting of brothers… Read More

The NorVa and Stick Figure

 

It’s late and I’m making the windy mountain drive home. Light patches of fog appear and disappear like phantoms, while Set in Stone bumps on the stereo, adding to the magic of the late night commute. “I’m wishing…I’m wishing right now I’s fishing….”Read More