“Find a job you enjoy doing, and you will never have to work a day in your life.” Never truer words spoken, my good friend Mark Twain certainly knew what he was talking about when he formulated this immortal quote. Easily attributed to anything that someone will willingly do with no pay, let alone earn a living carrying out, Twain’s…
Experience the powerful message of “Jah Is Love” in this uplifting lyric video by Teflon Young King, taken from his upcoming album Life Scriptures. With heartfelt words and conscious energy, this track praises the Most High and reminds us that divine love is the ultimate strength. Let the lyrics guide your soul through truth, faith, and spiritual connection. Rastafari lives!…
BARRINGTON SPENCE Barrington Spence, often noted for his vocal resemblance to Ken Boothe, kicked off his career in 1968 at the legendary Studio One, laying down his debut single Contemplating Mind. Not long after, he teamed up with producer Phil Pratt, delivering tunes like Sweet Wanton, Where Must I Go, and a reggae take on Paul Anka’s classic Diana. In…
RIDDIM RELEASE CJ Records, the Jamaican reggae and dancehall label helmed by Christopher “CJ” James, has dropped its newest offering called Slow Down Riddim. This 6-track EP showcases a lineup of reggae heavyweights. Sizzla opens with spiritual reflection in Guide & Protect Me, while Lutan Fyah stands firm in heritage and strength on King’s Son. Mikey General uplifts with Never…
This was originally a showcase LP released by Parish Records in 1987; by that time singer Hopeton Lindo was already on his way to establishing himself as a major songwriter as well as a vocalist. Robert Ffrench would go on to work with rapper Heavy D in the USA before returning to Jamaica where he is still active as a…
For the first time in their 19-year run, Tribal Seeds will perform in Spain, stepping onto the stage at Rototom Sunsplash 2025 in Benicàssim. It’s a long-awaited moment, not just for the band, but for fans across Europe who’ve followed their journey from day one. “We grew up on the pioneers of reggae, and Rototom’s focus on message and meaning aligns perfectly with everything we…
Veteran chanter Prezident Brown returns with a meditative call to action on his new video for “Sleeping Giant (Wake Up)”, the lead track from his 2024 album Roots Hop Reggae (In Your Box). After more than a decade since ‘Journeyman Pilgrimage’, his last full-length release in 2017, Prezident Brown brings a grounded energy rooted in classic roots reggae, but with touches of hip-hop, jazz, and the West…
At just 20 years old, Abi-D (Abigail Dunstan) has taken home the top prize at the 2025 JCDC Festival Song Competition with her entry “Sweet JA”, a warm, feel-good tribute to Jamaica’s beauty, spirit, and resilience. Blending reggae, pop, and touches of R&B, Abi-D brings a fresh but grounded sound with a voice that cuts through with authenticity. A student of Ardenne High’s music club and the Edna Manley College of…
Joker Riddim is the first release from the new Italian label Stillworking Production. The voices of Jamaican icons Luciano and Mikey General alternate with those of various Italian singers over a one drop reggae riddim. With executive production by Joker Sound, the riddim also features vocals from Mistilla, Fido Guido, Quartiere Coffee, Jaka & Hi Kee, Raphael, Papa Massi, Mark-One, G.Man, and Jamaican artists Slase Mashan and…
Since launching her musical career in 2017 with the Sheldon “Calibud” Stewart-produced debut single Everyting Is Irie over the Hot Milk/Murderer riddim, Yeza has collaborated with a range of artists and producers, most notably selector and producer Rory ‘RoryStoneLove’ Gilligan. Among their initial standout projects is the 2018 release of a heavy-hitting, bass-infused version of Syl Johnson’s powerful civil rights…