Ras Michael And The Sons Of Negus: Kibir Am Lak – Glory To Jah
David Katz traces the history of Ras Michael and the Sons of Negus, from Rastafari drumming traditions to their landmark recordings with Lee Perry.
BELOW THE BASSLINE: Lots of Love and I
The story of Bob Andy's 1977 masterpiece "Lots Of Love and I": How the Revolutionairies turned the Studio One hits from "Songbook" into deep roots classics.
REVIEW: Azizzi Romeo – Signs Of The Time
Azizzi Romeo carries on his father Max Romeo's legacy with "Signs Of The Time", a roots reggae debut featuring Guiding Star Orchestra and Prince Fatty.
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Kabaka Pyramid: Rebel With A Cause
15 years after releasing his first EP, “Rebel Music”, the Lyrical Opposer, as he calls himself, has gone back to his roots once again, creating the mixtape “Rebel Music – The Lyrics Tape”. In this interview, he explains why he decided to do it, how he did it and what the project is all about.
Dancing in Jamaica (Part 2): From Ska to Early Dancehall
From Ska and Rocksteady to Reggae and Early Dancehall: how Jamaican dance evolved alongside music, politics, Black consciousness and social change.
REVIEW: Lone Ark Meets The 18th Parallel – Showcase Vol. 2
Anyone talking about contemporary roots and dub productions today simply cannot overlook The 18th Parallel and Roberto Sánchez. What unites both sides is an unwavering dedication to warm, deep, analogue sounds that evoke the legacy of the 1970s while still feeling fresh, dynamic and authentic.
RUHR REGGAE SUMMER 2026: Return, Rain & Unity
The Ruhr Reggae Summer 2026 was saved at the last minute. The festival defied the rain and celebrated unity. A review by Ellen Köhlings
RUM tings — Hamburg / St.Pauli
DANCEHALL - AFROBEATS - all colours of REGGAE Selecta Ahoi and friends spreading vinyl vibes at Hamburg harbour since 2012. October 26 session: Selecta Ahoi ls. DUb Teacha (irieites.de -…
RUM tings — Hamburg / St.Pauli
DANCEHALL - AFROBEATS - all colours of REGGAE Selecta Ahoi and friends spreading vinyl vibes at Hamburg harbour since 2012. October 26 session: Selecta Ahoi lgs. Hille (Sound Quake Sound)…