It’s Reggae Time: Bunny Lee and the Birth of a Genre
David Katz revisits early reggae and Bunny Lee’s boss reggae era, uncovering the origins of a sound that soon conquered the world.
Jah Shaka – Revelation Songs
Jah Shaka’s sound system sessions were transformative experiences. A honorable tribute to the Zulu Warrior who shaped the UK dub movement.
Super Cat – Brooklyn Red Hot
Super Cat reclaims the spotlight at Iconz Brooklyn with a historic Verzuz performance. Don Dada’s legacy burns bright in dancehall history.
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Barnabas – Forever In The Echo Chamber
David Katz remembers Barnabas: the unsung Channel One engineer, toaster and drummer who shaped 1970s Jamaican dub and roots reggae sound.
Junior Byles – Beat Down Babylon
Reggae icon Junior Byles, voice of “Beat Down Babylon” and “Fade Away”, has died at 77. A tribute to his life, struggles, and timeless musical legacy.
Commentary: Dreadlocks In Jamaican Schools
Despite reggae's global image tied to dreadlocks, Jamaica's schools still battle over them. A landmark court ruling challenges discrimination and exposes deep-rooted tensions between Rastafari culture and the island's education system.
Burning Spear – In His Own Drum Beat
After 15 years, Burning Spear is back with “No Destroyer” – a powerful roots reggae album that blends history, faith, activism, and musical excellence.
Dubmones – Sheena Is A Rudie Now
Ramones go rocksteady: Dubmones fuse punk energy and roots rhythms in this unique tribute album on Echo Beach.
Johnny Osbourne – Truths & Rights
Johnny Osbourne talks about his reggae classic "Truths & Rights," its origin and his first recordings at the legendary Studio One.