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.
©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.
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.
Aston ”Family Man” Barrett – Remembered
A tribute to Aston “Family Man” Barrett, bass legend of the Wailers, reggae innovator, and musical pillar of Bob Marley’s sound.
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.
Dennis Bovell – Reasoning With The Dub Master
From lover’s rock to punky reggae: Dennis Bovell talks to David Katz about his groundbreaking 50-year career and "The Dubmaster" release.
Robbie Shakespeare – Bass & Trouble
A tribute to Robbie Shakespeare, reggae’s legendary bassist and half of the iconic Sly & Robbie duo – over 1,800 productions strong.
Zion Train – Between Bass And Consciousness
Dub visionary Neil Perch of Zion Train returns with “Dubs of Perception” – analog dubs, political edge, and a call for deeper awareness in sound.
Masicka – King Time Now
Dancehall’s quiet king speaks loudest through music – Masicka’s “Generation of Kings” is his boldest, most introspective work yet.