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.
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.”
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.
The Romeo Effect (II): Xana Romeo – Brave Queen
In Part 2 of our story "The Romeo Effect", Xana Romeo speaks on roots reggae, female empowerment, Rastafari and continuing her father’s legacy.
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.
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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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.
Yeza – Rebel Empress
Yeza reclaims reggae & dancehall on her own terms – fierce, conscious & sensual. “Star of the East” marks her bold arrival on the global stage.
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.