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I’ll Be Ok: Ballyhoo! Donates to Tour Support
Several people near and dear to my heart struggle with mental health. In recent years, through firsthand experience, I’ve gained greater insight into how insidious depression and its frequent accomplice, anxiety, can be.
I’ve learned that most people don’t really grasp how it feels, or what… Read More
First Listen: The Movement – “Mountain” feat. Clinton Fearon
The Movement and Clinton Fearon debut their new collab single “Mountain,” today on Rootfire. Produced by Johnny Cosmic and Matt Goodwin. Listen to it here first!
Climbing a mountain is one of those things that some people do for fun while other people wonder why.… Read More
Kes Releases Live Album – “We Home” – Via Ineffable Records
A variety of Caribbean music has burst through US airwaves in recent years. Salsa, Mirengue, Reggaeton, y mas!! But if you REALLY know what’s up, you know it’s SOCA time. You may already be whining your waist in the kitchen to the music of Kes.… Read More
Massive B and Anthony B Team up with a Politically Conscious Single
Massive B heats up again with politically conscious anthem, “Babylon Bitch”, voiced by iconic Reggae Dancehall artist Anthony B. The record joins Massive B’s catalogue alongside a wealth of activist led compositions. “Babylon Bitch” arrives at the perfect time as tensions remain high regarding elections in both the… Read More
Goosebumps – An Open Call To Action To All Artists
Let me tell you about a recent goosebump-moment that struck me.
A few months ago The Movement came through town and played a sold out show, soon after the release of their new album, Ways Of The World. At one point in the show, the headlights went low… Read More
Roots Record Showcase #8: Rupie Edwards All-Stars – “Dub Basket”
The reverse sleeve of the original 1975 LP release of “Dub Basket” by Rupie Edwards All-Stars displays the following note:
“Until the birth of this album Dub L.P.s were only available to those who were prepared to spend a lot of money and buy them as pre-releases; hence making… Read More