Mighty Diamonds – The Roots Is There
From Trench Town to international acclaim – the story of harmony trio Mighty Diamonds and their tragic final chapter.
Hempress Sativa – On Role Models, Spirituality and the Path to True Liberation
Hempress Sativa discusses her album "Charka", Rastafari, spiritual militancy, and what true female empowerment means in reggae culture.
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.
©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.
Linton Kwesi Johnson – Time Come
Linton Kwesi Johnson’s “Time Come” gathers powerful reflections on reggae culture, Brixton riots, Jamaican politics & Black resistance.
Keith Hudson – From One Extreme To The Other
Keith Hudson broke rules and redefined reggae with haunting dub, raw vocals and radical concepts – his legacy still resonates.
©Lee Abel
Commentary: Rebel Salute 30 – Looking Back With A Forward
At 30, Rebel Salute remains Jamaica’s premiere roots reggae festival. Mel Cooke reflects on its legacy, evolution, and the family-led future of a show that celebrates music, culture, and Rastafari.
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.