Aba Shanti‑I – A Labour of Love
UK roots sound system veteran Aba Shanti-I celebrates 35 years of sound system culture, roots music, and Rastafari teachings with spiritual power and unity.
DJ MAC – Leader Fi Di New School
From Teejay’s “Drift” to the “Fiesta” riddim and his own album "Ups & Downs," DJ MAC is reshaping dancehall with uptempo riddims and global ambition. Get to know Jamaica’s hottest new sound architect.
Chaka Demus & Pliers – Murder She Wrote
Chaka Demus and Pliers talking on their biggest hit "Murder She Wrote", its origin, background story and impact on music around the world.
©William Richards
Chronixx – Music For Service
After five years of near silence, Chronixx returns with "Exile" – a raw, spiritual, genre-defying album rooted in reggae tradition and driven by a mission: music as sacred service in turbulent times.
©Beth Lesser
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.
Cham – The Emancipation of Dameon
Dancehall legend Cham releases "Sherlock," his first album without Dave Kelly. From ghostwriter to producer, the dancehall veteran opens up about growth, legacy, and life after “Ghetto Story”.
Jahmiel – Been Through The Fire
With “Nirvana”, Jahmiel channels pain into uplifting power. Faith, melody, and growth define one of Jamaica’s most versatile voices.
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.