Throughout my journey on this planet, I have learned a few invaluable truths that have etched themselves into the fabric of my being. First and foremost, you cannot fake generosity; Authenticity shines brighter than a midday Mexican sun. Second, genuine humility cannot hide, no matter how hard it tries… Read More
Back in the early 80s, reggae was really starting to take root in America, and one of the hot spots for it was Southern California. This next artist we had the privilege to interview, Kalani Kulcha, hails from San Diego, and grew up watching his uncle play bass… Read More
Reggae music often masks its themes of social oppression and injustice beneath underlying tunes that force the body into a perpetual groove. This can sometimes result in an inner conflict of wanting to dance but also wanting to stand up and call out the system and their oppressive authority.…… Read More
A few months ago, while listening to a Rootfire Power Hour radio show on our Stationhead channel, I sent a song request to the host/selector, our general manager, Reid Foster. I asked him to play Landon McNamara, who I really dig, and within the context of my… Read More
Exactly two years ago to this day, June 30th, Rootfire published a First Listen Premiere for The Medicinals’ debut single, “We Gonna Get Through,” an energizing blend of reggae, Afrobeat, and funk. Sort of a supergroup composed of members of local bands that perform roots reggae,… Read More
The night before Alborosie graced the stage at Cali Roots 2023, unleashing a mammoth performance, the legendary roots reggae rocker unveiled his long-awaited album Destiny. This album boasts not only an incredible amount of energy from the man himself but also from an all-star cast of collaborators such as… Read More
It’s been over a decade since Easy Star Alls-Stars, the New York based collective known for adapting iconic rock and pop albums into reggae music, has released an album, but their latest tribute project, a reggae rendition of David Bowie’s Ziggy Stardust perfectly titled Ziggy Stardub, was worth… Read More
Legendary bands Steel Pulse and Lettuce are coming together for a monumental summer tour from June 15th through July 8th, each playing full sets supported by professional big wave surfer-turned musician Makua Rothman. The tour will include 14 shows starting in Miami Beach, Florida and ending… Read More
