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.
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.
Ellen G – Drawing the Sound of Reggae
The artworks of Ellen G have been part of the visual language surrounding reggae, dub and sound system culture worldwide for many years now. An interview.
Echoes from the Machine – Why AI-Generated Dub Is Shaking Our Understanding of Creativity and Music Culture
AI-generated dub, creativity, and cultural identity: René Wynands explores how artificial intelligence challenges our understanding of music, art, authorship, and authenticity within reggae and dub culture.
Lee ”Scratch” Perry – Remembered
Remembering Lee "Scratch" Perry: a visionary producer whose groundbreaking dub techniques reshaped reggae and influenced global music culture.
First Trip to Jamaica: A Mythical Place, Very Real
A first journey to Jamaica: reggae, culture, history and everyday life beyond clichés – a vivid travel report from the island.
LOST IN TIME 2026 – A Festival Review
The third edition of Lost In Time Festival in Kingston’s Hope Gardens was headlined by Protoje and Chronixx, who performaned for the first time in his homeland in seven years. Ellen Köhlings was there and shares her personal impressions.
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Kamila McDonald – Health Is Wealth
From reggae roots to holistic wellness: Kamila McDonald on ital living, vegan food, self‑love, and healing the body through conscious nutrition.