First Listen: Jack Hinson – “Where did the Time Go?”
Most people will agree that the older one gets, the more quickly time… Read More
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First Listen: Alex Tea – “On a Ride”
A couple of weeks ago, Rootfire published an Artist Spotlight article about international producer/engineer/recording artist extraordinaire, Victor Rice, who has enhanced the work of hundreds of reggae acts from around the world during his multi-decade career. One… Read More
Artist Spotlight: Victor Rice
If you think no one is taking you as seriously as you are, you’re doing it right. – Victor Rice
The Elovaters. Easy Star All-Stars. The Skatalites. The Slackers. The Toasters, The Scofflaws and The Pietasters. The Loving Paupers.… Read More
Artist Spotlight: Crazy Baldhead
About five years ago, Jayson “Agent Jay” Nugent, guitarist of the internationally adored NYC-based ska/reggae band, The Slackers, had been cycling north on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. After hitting a patch of construction that was not barricaded, Nugent badly broke and dislocated… Read More
First Listen: Mellodose – “We Come Back”
Reggae fans from the Southeast are likely familiar with Nashville’s Roots of a Rebellion, a well-respected band bursting with talent that has been putting out original music since 2012. From within the ranks of ROAR, guitarist Marco Martinez has been channeling some… Read More
First Listen: The Prizefighters – “The Prizefighter Beat” & “A Fistful Of Credits”
The hysteria surrounding the coronavirus increases daily. While we all need to stay informed and take precautions to remain healthy and not contribute to the spreading of this flu-like virus, amid this growing panic, let’s not lose sight of those who are fighting for their lives against… Read More
Where Are The Women In Reggae?
Just a reminder on International Women’s Day that female reggae performers are abundant, but underrepresented at events
By: Kayla Kush (@djkaylakush)
Photo by Rupert Britton on Unsplash
Why is it that, in… Read More
Album Showcase: Pyrotechnist – “Fire Crackers”
If you listen to the continually evolving Rootfire Progressive Roots Playlist, a wicked little dub number titled “Sunny Tubby” may have recently caught your ear. Its playful bassline, meandering organ and smooth saxophone may have transported you… Read More