Toppa Top 10: Addis Pablo Selects 10 Classic Rockers
Dub scion Addis Pablo counts down ten classics from the Rockers International label, showcasing the productions of his father Augustus Pablo.
Toppa Top 10: Reggae’s Greatest Bassists
The third installment in our series celebrating Jamaica's greatest musicians spotlights the men behind the low end that's always front and center in reggae music.
Mixtape Mondays: Jugglerz, Deejay Theory, Addis Pablo & Suns of Dub
Germany's Jugglerz Sound, our own Deejay Theory and Addis Pablo's Suns of Dub bring a mix of reggae, dancehall and tropical vibes.
Mixtape Mondays: Federation Sound, Balooba Sound x Richie Stephens, Green B
Download new mixes spanning dancehall, one-drop reggae and soca from Federation Sound, Balooba Sound and DJ Green B.
Tarrus Tun Up: “Singy Singy” Meets Chi Ching Ching On “Tun Up The Music”
Tarrus Riley and Chi Ching Ching join forces in a new video for their tune "Tun Up The Music."
Throwback Thursdays: Rare TV Appearances by Third World
Watch some rare TV appearances from reggae legends Third World, including an appearance on the BBC's Shirley Bassey Show live from Ocho Rios in 1979.
AUDIO: Lil Jon and DJ Snake’s “Turn Down For What (Dancehall Remix)”
Words by Jesse Serwer—
Way before he was the "Yeah-yeah!" and "What!?!" guy, Lil Jon got his start making hip-hop remixes of reggae songs, most notably Capleton's "Tour" and "Wings of the Morning," in th... Read More...
AUDIO: Jah Banks – “Battle For Middle You (BKBashment Remix)”
Words by Natalie Weiner, Photo by Charlie Rubin—
Remember Jah Banks Jah Makin Music mixtape, which we premiered back in February? We loved the whole thing, but definite standout was the "Battle For Middle Yo... Read More...
R.I.P. Philip Smart: 13 Classics From His HC&F Studio
Words by Saxon Baird—
Philip Smart, veteran reggae/dancehall producer and engineer and the mastermind behind the New York's most notable reggae recording facility, HC&F Studios, has passed away a... Read More...
Dub In The Rainforest: I-Grade Hold a Vibes in St. Croix
Words by Kaya.lah, Photos by Rashad Martinez/Forever Kings—
High in the western mountains of St. Croix lies the largest rainforest in the Virgin Islands, a blessed setting for some critical roots music. ... Read More...
Living HeART: 25 Years of Xterminator Records
Intro by Jesse Serwer, Words by Kareem Burrell—
This year marks the 25th anniversary of Xterminator, the reggae and dancehall label founded by Philip "Fattis" Burrell. In celebration of this mileston... Read More...
Throwback Thursdays: Salaam Remi on The Fugees’ “Blunted on Reality”
Words by Salaam Remi, as told to Jesse Serwer—
This month marks the 20th anniversary of The Fugees' debut album, Blunted on Reality. Not The Score, their massive, legendary, multi-platinum 1996 commercia... Read More...