Reggae and Racism: Loving The Alien
Can reggae overcome racism? Louis Chude-Sokei explores cultural appropriation, systemic racism and the contradictions at the heart of reggae's global appeal.
But They Didn’t Mean To Offend! – Cultural Appropriation & Racism in Europe’s Dancehall Scene
An essay on cultural appropriation, racism and unconscious bias in Europe’s Dancehall scene – and why good intentions do not erase harmful behavior.
Fantan Mojah – Backpacking
Republished in tribute to Fantan Mojah after his passing, this 2004 RIDDIM interview captures the reggae singer's spirituality, humility, humour and unwavering love for his people.
Aza Lineage: The Reflective Rebel
Aza Lineage discusses her debut album "Rebel Daawta", working with King Jammy, reggae's message, female empowerment and what it truly means to be a rebel.
RIDDIM CHECK: July 2026
Some of the crucial reggae and dancehall releases of the past weeks: Silly Walks' "Double Trouble" riddim, Notnice' "Walk Out juggling, Jugglerz' "Moonride" selection, Shenseea's "Brucksweat", Koffee & Skillibeng's "Rapid Fyah" and Gentleman's "Nah Worry"
Rider Shafique: ”My Experience Navigates My Truth”
Rider Shafique reflects on a world marked by conflict, social division and information overload. Speaking from personal experience rather than ideology, he shares his perspective on media narratives, political responsibility, Babylon, spirituality and what he sees as the defining challenges of our time.
OUTSIDE LIFE: Eat The Hits
I grew up listening to dancehall DJs and radio shows from the UK. One of the names that constantly accompanied my teenage years in Germany was The Heatwave. Their Carnival Bashment mixes, their Rinse FM shows and especially their event series Hot Wuk felt different from the Dancehall culture we knew locally.
REVIEW: Capleton – Heights of Fire
“Heights of Fire” is Capleton’s first full length album in 16 years. The long wait for a big project brings both a certain magnitude, but also high expectations for the veteran to deliver something cohesive and exciting.
REVIEW: Destin Conrad – Nervous
After carving out a name for himself in the Alt-R&B scene the past few years, Conrad turned his expertise to Jazz on wHIMSY! in 2025, and now continues flaunting his versatility with an upcoming Reggae LP and its Dancehall introduction ‘Nervous’.