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.
Lila Iké – A Woman Must Do What A Woman Must Do
When we first interviewed her in 2019, Lila Iké had only released three tracks, a few remixes, and some freestyles. But those who knew her already considered her the Lauryn Hill of the Caribbean. Whether sensual, serious, or humorous—her sultry, seductively rich voice, her laid-back melodies, and her nonchalant delivery inspires great admiration even with such a small catalog.
Ras‑I – Mind The Gap
Ras-I speaks about Kingston, Rastafari, the Reggae Revival’s second wave and the making of his deeply personal album “Kingman.”
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Runkus – God’s Masterpiece & Man’s Free Will
Runkus on his album “Supernova,” creative processes, dancehall, and the future of reggae – an in-depth interview from Kingston.
Protoje (II) – Tune Fi Tune
An interview with Protoje about “The Art Of Acceptance”: A track-by-track look at features with Shenseea & Damian Marley, sound systems, and the message behind the songs.
Protoje (I) – For The Culture
In Part 1 of the interview, Protoje talks about reggae culture, Rastafari, collaboration, and his mission to strengthen Jamaica’s music scene.
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.
Jah9 – Open Heart Surgery
After a six-year album break, a more mature Jah9 returns with “The Open Heart Project.” On it, she translates her experiences as a young mother and her life in Africa into a narrative about relationships between two people. Ellen Köhlings and Pete Lilly spoke with her at length in Kingston.
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Kamila McDonald – Health Is Wealth
From reggae roots to holistic wellness: Kamila McDonald on ital living, vegan food, self‑love, and healing the body through conscious nutrition.