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Given that reggae music emerged out of poverty and desperation among the common people of Jamaica as a unifying voice that nurtured hope and provided cathartic resistance to the oppressive powers, one might think that reggae fans would largely object to the regressive and restrictive policies of this current political administration in the United States.… Read More
One of my favorite things about music journalism is undeniably pretty selfish—discovering new music. Being able to spotlight stuff I already love is great, but stumbling on a new-to-me gem is just as awesome. That was definitely the case when I heard “I’ve Got to Know” by Miami’s Jacuzzi Fuzz.… Read More
“Yearning,” the sizzling new single from Brooklyn-based artist/producer, Double Tiger (Jay Spaker), brings together a whole heap of talent from different eras of reggae.
For starters, Spaker, in addition to his solo work as Double Tiger, has lent his guitar and singing skills to John Brown’s Body, a deeply respected and adored band from upstate New York that has had a major influence on American reggae artists over the past three decades. … Read More
Sometimes, when the ocean calls your name, you listen. You follow the whispers of the wind as they guide you beneath the stars and to the Atlantic blue, where summer never ends and the warm glow of the sun tickles every pore on your body – where gravity loosens its grip, and all worry washes away with the undertow.… Read More
This summer, the heartbeat of reggae comes to Quebec as the Trois-Rivières Reggae Fest makes its debut from August 22 to 24, 2025 at Hippodrome 3R. With over 50 performers across three days, the festival is setting out to become Canada’s premier reggae event—launching with an ambitious, world-class inaugural lineup.… Read More
If you follow the American reggae-rock scene with some degree of regularity, you likely have come across the name Brendan Clemente. You may recognize his name from years past as a blogger covering the scene for Hill Kid, a clothing company founded by Rebelution’s bassie, Marley D.… Read More