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Samory I Releases New Album 'Strength' Photo Samory I Releases New Album 'Strength'
by Michael Major - November 20, 2023

Out Now: Samory I releases his anticipated solo debut album 'Strength' and shares a jubilant romp through Jamaica. Named after Samory I's affectionate moniker for his son, Strength is an 11-track storied opus produced by esteemed Jamaican producer Winta James, whose credits include hits with Protoje...

Winny Drops Breathtaking Debut EP 'WINNY' Photo Winny Drops Breathtaking Debut EP 'WINNY'
by Michael Major - April 10, 2023

Primarily written by Winny, the 7-track project finds the rare talent collaborating with fellow fast-rising Nigerian producers Damie (Davido, Fave), Jonn P (Davido), WodeMagic, and Waji resulting in a refreshing blend of dancehall, pop and R&B as heard on powerful new standout track “Operation.”...

Winny Shares Debut Single 'Pretty' Photo Winny Shares Debut Single 'Pretty'
by Michael Major - October 28, 2022

Co-written by Winny with Jesse Zagi and Kingsley Cyprian alongside production by duo WodeMagic, “Pretty” was recorded in a home studio in Winny’s hometown of Jos in Northern Nigeria and was inspired by a failed relationship. The dynamic endearing song is a direct message to love the things that make...

Stefflon Don & Tekno Team Up With Kelvyn Boy for 'Down Flat' Remix Photo Stefflon Don & Tekno Team Up With Kelvyn Boy for 'Down Flat' Remix
by Michael Major - September 12, 2022

“Down Flat” now stands as one of the most discussed records released from a Ghanaian artist and acts as Kelvyn Boy’s most decorated record to date. Since its release earlier this year, the single has cemented an international impact within Continental Africa, Europe, and the U.K. regions as it rises...

Kelvyn Boy Announces 'Down Flat' Remix Featuring Stefflon Don & Tekno Photo Kelvyn Boy Announces 'Down Flat' Remix Featuring Stefflon Don & Tekno
by Michael Major - September 07, 2022

The young musician and songwriter is a native of Assin Fosu in the Eastern region of Ghana. He has swiftly gained waves of interest in the local music industry and the world at large with his fresh sound and peculiar approach to the genre he chooses, which is setting him apart from his peers. Watch ...

Protoje Drops New Single 'Family' Ft. Jesse Royal & Shares Tour Dates Photo Protoje Drops New Single 'Family' Ft. Jesse Royal & Shares Tour Dates
by Michael Major - August 11, 2022

Fresh from his sold-out European tour and U.S. festival stops – running the gambit from Grace Jamaican Jerk Festival to the Roots Picnic  – Protoje will return to the states this fall for The Lost In Time Tour. Fellow Jamaican artists and comrades Jesse Royal and Lila Iké will join him on his headli...

Zion I Kings Releases Single 'Red, Gold and Green Dubmarine' Photo Zion I Kings Releases Single 'Red, Gold and Green Dubmarine'
by Michael Major - March 21, 2022

For the last decade, Zion I Kings, comprised of  Laurent “Tippy I” Alfred of I Grade Records, Andrew “Moon” Bain of Lustre Kings and David “Jah D” Goldfine” of Zion High Productions, have delivered some of the finest and most indelible musical offerings to date in modern reggae. Listen to the new si...

Cali Roots Announces Welcome Back Concert August 28th at Monterey Fairgrounds Photo Cali Roots Announces Welcome Back Concert August 28th at Monterey Fairgrounds
by Sarah Jae Leiber - July 21, 2021

The concert is a celebration of both the festival and bringing live music back to the fairgrounds, the festival's home since the inception of the event over 11 years ago....

Brown Bones Announces Self-Titled Album Photo Brown Bones Announces Self-Titled Album
by Sarah Jae Leiber - June 28, 2021

The album launches with the lead single “Arjanine,” due out July 16th....

The California Roots And Arts Festival Releases 2022 Line-Up Photo The California Roots And Arts Festival Releases 2022 Line-Up
by Sarah Jae Leiber - May 24, 2021

Cali Roots fans can still celebrate this year with the Can't Stop The Music 2021 an online festival experience. It kicks off this year on May 28-30th for THREE incredible days of Cali Roots magic from the comforts of home....

Krsnafari Drop Debut EP 'The Last Of Us' Photo Krsnafari Drop Debut EP 'The Last Of Us'
by Sarah Jae Leiber - April 22, 2021

All talented, religious healers in their own right, Nitaiji, Jahraswati and Satnav joined forces musically in June 2020 when they realised they all had a shared vision when it came to the healing powers of sound, believing that music can heal the wounds that medicine cannot....

Jesse Royal Taps Vybz Kartel for 'Rich Forever' Photo Jesse Royal Taps Vybz Kartel for 'Rich Forever'
by Sarah Jae Leiber - April 16, 2021

This cross-genre collaboration between both artists unifies people's differences to support a common goal - to be “forever royal.” It serves as a reminder of the internal strength and mental fortitude human beings possess, which prepares them for success in a society designed for their failure....

The California Roots And Arts Festival Rescheduled To May 2022 Photo The California Roots And Arts Festival Rescheduled To May 2022
by Sarah Jae Leiber - January 25, 2021

The California Roots Music & Arts Festival announced today that they are moving their 2021 event to May 2022, due to the ongoing public health and safety concerns surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic....

Protoje & Koffee Release Video for 'Switch It Up' Photo Protoje & Koffee Release Video for 'Switch It Up'
by Sarah Jae Leiber - January 21, 2021

From humble beginnings to climbing the ranks, two of Jamaica’s leading artists Protoje and Koffee celebrate their hard work and achievements on the lavish video for 'Switch It Up.' ...

Fyah Roiall Drops New Single 'CHOPPA' Feat. Lincoln 3dot & SOS Dynamikz Photo Fyah Roiall Drops New Single 'CHOPPA' Feat. Lincoln 3dot & SOS Dynamikz
by Sarah Jae Leiber - December 07, 2020

Fyah Roiall (pronounced 'fire royal') teams up with Miami-based, Jamaica-born dancehall artist Lincoln 3dot and super producer/rapper SOS Dynamikz to drop some serious lyrical shade on bragging about 'choppin'' in your music. ...

Lustre Kings Production Release 'Star Chile EP' Photo Lustre Kings Production Release 'Star Chile EP'
by Sarah Jae Leiber - November 02, 2020

On the Star Chile EP, Dancehall, Afrobeats and Reggae meet in an ethereal place on this future knocking release from Lustre Kings Productions....

The Steppas Release New Single 'Stay' On Easy Star Records Photo The Steppas Release New Single 'Stay' On Easy Star Records
by Sarah Jae Leiber - October 16, 2020

Hawaiian Reggae band The Steppas have released their new single 'Stay.'...

Dub Electric And Dj Lava Add To The Launch Of Reggae Gold 2020 With Exclusive New Mus Photo Dub Electric And Dj Lava Add To The Launch Of Reggae Gold 2020 With Exclusive New Music
by A.A. Cristi - September 18, 2020

Dub Electric and DJ Lava add to the launch of Reggae Gold 2020 with exclusive mixes for SoundCloud and Audiomack with a 90’s Dancehall mix and a mix of the songs featured on this year’s compilation.  ...

Watch Protoje's NPR Tiny Desk At Home Performance Photo Watch Protoje's NPR Tiny Desk At Home Performance
by Sarah Jae Leiber - September 09, 2020

Protoje is a not-so-secret treasure who's been a vital force in the reggae revival movement these last several years. ...

Chronixx Releases the Video for 'COOL AS THE BREEZE/FRIDAY' Photo Chronixx Releases the Video for 'COOL AS THE BREEZE/FRIDAY'
by Kaitlin Milligan - July 22, 2020

Today, Chronixx unveils his new song and video, “COOL AS THE BREEZE/FRIDAY” a heartfelt dedication to his beloved Kingston, Jamaica....

Chronixx Shares 'Same Prayer' feat. Kabaka Pyramid Photo Chronixx Shares 'Same Prayer' feat. Kabaka Pyramid
by Kaitlin Milligan - June 11, 2020

Chronixx provides a pillar of strength and hope on “Same Prayer,” a benediction that carries a universal message throughout life's ups and downs. Fellow Jamaican lyricist Kabaka Pyramid complements the song with a verse echoing his sentiment. Following “Dela Move,” “Same Prayer” is the second reveal...

Jesse Royal Drops New Video for 'Natty Pablo' Photo Jesse Royal Drops New Video for 'Natty Pablo'
by Kaitlin Milligan - April 14, 2020

Jesse Royal, “one of Jamaica's most important and charismatic new stars” (Noisey), has dropped the music video for new single “Natty Pablo” from his highly anticipated sophomore release. ...

Jah9 and Chronixx Release 'Note To Self (Okay)' Video Photo Jah9 and Chronixx Release 'Note To Self (Okay)' Video
by Chloe Rabinowitz - March 18, 2020

Today, Jah9 shares an important and timely message with her new video 'Note To Self (Okay)' featuring Chronixx, the title track from her third studio album Note To Self released this past Friday (Mar 13) on VP Records....

Chronixx Announces 2nd Album, First Single & Video Out Today Photo Chronixx Announces 2nd Album, First Single & Video Out Today
by Kaitlin Milligan - March 13, 2020

Chronixx announces his return with his first solo material for 2020. Today, the 27-year-old Jamaican star comes through blazing with bravado on his brand new single and video “Dela Move.” The track is an alluring prelude to Dela Splash, his highly-anticipated sophomore album slated for release later...

Afro Nation Portugal 2020 Announce Third Wave Of Artists Photo Afro Nation Portugal 2020 Announce Third Wave Of Artists
by Kaitlin Milligan - February 25, 2020

Afro Nation Portugal 2020 has unveiled the third wave of artists who will be heading to the Algarve on 17th-19th July...











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