WATCH THIS: Sizzla “Greatest Mother” Official Music Video
Kalonji Represents For Mama Once Again Reggae artists have created many touching musical salutes appropriate for Mother’s Day rotation, but few have represented maternal love as consistently as Sizzla Kalonji. From “Black Woman and Child” to “Thank U Mama” the fiery singjay from August Town has contributed more than his fair share of Mother’s Day […]
Through A Mother’s Eyes
A Mother’s Eyes Are Windows To God’s Love Who can forget the scene in Passion of the Christ, when Mary runs towards baby Jesus who has fallen on the floor and in the same manner runs towards her son as he faces his divine destiny? There is no love like a mother’s love and we look […]
The Sweetest Taboo
Tuning Into The Sweetest Taboo by Sade Adu Sade Adu continues to leave listeners in awe of her music. From the release of her debut single in 1985, a jazzy song about a player aptly titled, “Smooth Operator” to “The Moon and the Sky” 2011 remix featuring Jay-Z, who insinuates that he is the father, […]
WATCH THIS: Sizzla “Don’t Make Dem Fool You Again” Teaser
Kalonji’s Election Advice Applies All Year Round Sizzla Kalonji delivers a cautionary message on Triple B Productions’ “Sing Some Song” Riddim. The tune was inspired by Jamaica’s recent election season, but one that holds true 24/7/365: wise up, rise up, and don’t make “dem” fool you AGAIN. Audio After The Jump…
WATCH THIS: Perfect Giddimani ft. Stephen Dajure “Dollnald Trummp” Official Music Video PREMIERE
Because There’s Never A Bad Time To Diss The Donald Not since Cocoa Tea sang Barack Obama’s praises has reggae music paid much attention to electoral politics in the U.S. Of course Bob Marley‘s song “Revolution” warned “Never make a politician grant you a favor.” Why? Because “they will always want to control you forever.” […]
Mother’s Day Special Event: Reggae Bowl
A Thoughtful Event for Mothers and The Community At Large The “Reggae Bowl” is a food and music event that will be held at the Ital Kitchen in Brooklyn, New York, this Mother’s Day—Sunday, May 8, 2016. This celebration of Mothers will promote a healthy lifestyle through its various components; serving up sweet reggae music, […]
SPECIAL REQUEST: Willi Williams “Armagideon Time”
Don’t Mix Up The Studio One Star With The First Black LAPD Chief, Who Passed Away Today What’s in a name? Willie L. Williams became Los Angeles’ first African American police chief in the aftermath of the 1992 riots, died today of pancreatic cancer at the age of 72, reports the L.A. Times. Williams stepped […]
Reasoning with Chronixx:
“I’m Not Ashamed of My Weaknesses”
Di Steam Ministah Talks Coachella, Roots & Chalice Mixtape, and Controversy With his “Big Brother” Vybz Kartel Just after his historic performance at the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival, Di Steam Ministah sat down with Reshma B for an exclusive interview. They speak about the challenges of being an artist in a material world, […]
HEAR THIS: OriEL “Medicated” + Video PREMIERE
A Dominican Herbs Anthem For 4/20 Oriel Barry was born in Wesley, a village in the small Caribbean island of Dominica. Growing up, he was part of a drum band and his school and church choir. Upon migrating to Pittsburgh, Pa he formed the sound system Vybz Machine with friends in 2005. Oriel became a […]
WATCH THIS: Unified Highway ft. Busy Signal “My Only” Official Music Video
Cali Reggae Duo Taps The Turf Prez Rebelution frontman, Eric Rachmany, and DJ/producer Amp Live are definitely on to something with their side project Unified Highway. Ever since Boomshots premiered their video for “My Space” in January the response to their genre-bending sonic alchemy has been overwhelming. “This album is actually pretty diverse,” Eric told […]
WATCH THIS: Noah Landale “Jamaica” Official Music Video PREMIERE
The Rising Of A New Voice Out of JA By Way of The UK Dividing his time between London, England and his Jamaican birthplace, singer Noah Landale has developed a cosmopolitan approach to reggae that encompasses various influences and has a multi-generational appeal. His current single “Can’t Let Go,” produced by London-based Andre Solid for […]
Sasco, Cham, Tanya, Jovi & Omari Shell Down SXSW 2016, Represent Reggae & Dancehall To The Fullest
Irie Jam x Boomshots Make History at SXSW 2016 With tens of thousands of performers, panels, and premieres packed into nine short days, SXSW is all about FOMO. Whether you’re in Austin or not, Fear Of Missing Out is simply inevitable. So fret not thyself if you didn’t get a chance to witness Irie Jam […]