Where: New JerseyWhen: April 26, 2025Reporter: Stephen CooperPhotos & Videos: Stephen Cooper (Clips/Photos)Media Editing : TeacherCopyright: 2025 – Stephen Cooper When Scientist told me he’d be live-dubbing the unique, extremely talented, reggae-punk band Blanc du Blanc in a barn in New Jersey, and that I should come see the show, he also told me that by the time the…
The English band Nine Ton Peanut Smugglers recently released their LP Pieces Of Eight on the Spanish label Liquidator Music. This label is well-known for its dedication to ska, rocksteady, early reggae, and soul music, and frequently collaborates with the Spanish producer Roberto Sanchez. With two decades of performing at festivals across the UK and Europe under their belt, the…
A Junior Byles – Auntie Lu-LuB U Roy – Double Six Step back in time with this outstanding Skank and Groove reissue, featuring unforgettable tracks from singer-songwriter Junior Byles and deejay U Roy. Produced by the legendary Rainford Hugh “Lee Scratch” Perry and backed by The Upsetters, both songs originally debuted in Jamaica in 1973 on the Upsetter label. At…
Saturday On Saturday Irie Vibes continues with live concerts at the Lion’s Den and sound system pressure at the Inner Lion stage. A nice mix of local and international artists, young talent and established names. What about the mighty Echo Minott & The Hot Peppers? An established name in reggae history witha career spanning over 45 years. Make way for…
Kingston-born Spectacular made his first recording in 1996 and his first album in 2005, becoming a sought-after artist on the European reggae scene through tours with the likes of Lutan Fyah, who guests on the upbeat track Farmer Man on this release, and his work with Sizzla (1999’s All Praises Belong To Jah) Indeed, this is released by the French…
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REISSUE First released in 1975, The Tidals’ Land Of Juhasifa has long been a coveted gem among reggae collectors. This rare roots reggae single, showcasing The Tidals’ signature vocals and accompanied by a dub rendition from The Soul Syndicates on the reverse side, is now back in circulation for the first time in decades, thanks to the France-based Jamwax label.…
Veteran Artists For roughly two decades, the relentlessly active Spanish reggae/dub producer, engineer, singer and musician Roberto Sánchez and his compradres have been making significant waves in the reggae scene. Their journey in music has yielded a substantial collection of albums and singles, including joint ventures with other producers and labels. Roberto Sánchez’s extensive discography boasts collaborations with a wide…
NEW RELEASE Ahead of their self-titled debut album, set for release on August 15, reggae supergroup The Kingston Lions have unveiled a vibrant rendition of Dandy Livingstone’s timeless reggae classic, Rudy, A Message To You. With Karell Wisdom on lead vocals, the track features contributions from Calvin Cameron (Light of Saba) on trombone and David Madden (Zap Pow) on trumpet,…