Ronnie Jarrett – About Sound Systems
Ronnie Jarrett, a pioneer of the reggae revival, talks about his perspectives on sound systems, dancehall culture and Jamaican music history.
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.
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.
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.
L’Antoinette Stines – Dancehall Is Us
L’Antoinette Stines on the spirit of dancehall, cultural memory, African roots, and why dance is black liberation. Dancehall is us.
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.
Fred Locks – True Rastaman
From Kingston’s beaches to global praise: Fred Locks tells the powerful story behind “Black Star Liners” and his lasting Rastafari mission.
The Great Riddim Shift – Greensleeves Records and the Emergence of the Dancehall Style
Discover how Greensleeves Records helped shape early dancehall and brought Kingston's sound system culture to the global stage in a pivotal reggae era.