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.
LOST IN TIME 2026 – A Festival Review
The third edition of Lost In Time Festival in Kingston’s Hope Gardens was headlined by Protoje and Chronixx, who performaned for the first time in his homeland in seven years. Ellen Köhlings was there and shares her personal impressions.
Laurent ”Tippy I” Alfred – Dub To The Time
Reggae’s dub futurist Tippy I on spirituality, studio science, Vaughn Benjamin and transforming Protoje’s music with Zion I Kings.
Govana – Four Personalities, One Legacy
Dancehall star Govana merges gangster, gyalis, wit, and wisdom on “Legacy” – a deeply crafted, multi-layered album about life, purpose, and fatherhood.
Mortimer – Natty Pon Di Hilltop
Jamaican roots artist Mortimer opens up about music, pain, love & solitude. A deeply personal journey turned into timeless reggae.
Commentary: Dreadlocks In Jamaican Schools
Despite reggae's global image tied to dreadlocks, Jamaica's schools still battle over them. A landmark court ruling challenges discrimination and exposes deep-rooted tensions between Rastafari culture and the island's education system.
REVIEW: Mortimer – From Within
On “From Within,” Mortimer blends emotional depth, spiritual honesty, and reggae innovation – an album shaped by pain, love, growth, and healing.
REAL TALK: Commerce and Dutty Money
A clash of opinions: Can dancehall compete globally? Rvssian and Murray Elias spark debate on crossover, unity, and commercial strategy.