REVIEW: Masicka – Forever Reign
The youngins can outgore and outkink each other all they want; Kartel and Mavado can keep museumizing their merits with all the business savvy they can muster. Masicka is the king of dancehall.
Stranger Cole: Remembered
Stranger Cole was a talented singer and a humble and joyful soul. David Katz recollects memories from time shared with him and lets the man talk for himself.
REVIEW: Buju Banton – Too Too Bad
On "Too Too Bad", Buju Banton barrels through the history of reggae and dancehall in decisive two-decade jumps. Davide Bortot listened and reflected.
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.