From Babylon to Zion A History of Reggae Music Roots reggae is a subgenre of reggae that deals with the everyday lives and aspirations of the artists concerned, including the spiritual side of Rastafari and the honoring of God, called Jah by Rastafari. It also is identified with the life of the ghetto sufferer, and […]
Mad Professor Dubbing with Anansi A disciple of Lee “Scratch” Perry, Mad Professor is one of the leading producers in dub reggae’s second generation. His Dub Me Crazy albums helped dub make the transition into the digital age, when electronic productions started to take over mainstream reggae in the ’80s. His space-age tracks not only […]
Cali P Healing of the Nation Ever so often, an artist comes around who is destined for greatness — Reggae sensation, Cali P, is one such artist. Possessing an interesting heritage which sees him being the son of an European mother from Switzerland and a Rastafarian father from the Caribbean island Guadeloupe (Gwada), Cali P […]
Med Dred The Interview IRIE. I like to start this IRIE interview by giving a Big Up to Savvas, the founder of Dubophonic NetLabel, for introducing IRIE Magazine to you. Dubophonic hails you as the most active Cypriot artist in the reggae scene. How did you first get introduced to reggae music, in particular dub […]
The Expanders Reggae inna 70’s Rockers style, three-part harmony vocals The Expanders began playing reggae music together in the summer of 2003, and today are one of the hardest working reggae bands in Southern California. They have come to be known for their vintage style of reggae, played in the tradition of classic 1970′s Jamaican […]
Empress Reggae Introduction 10 years wise, Empress Reggae was born in the UK and home schooled by her Mum and Dad, Scratchylus. Her first introduction into music occurred when visiting recording studios with her dad. In 2011, she travelled to Jamaica with her dad and performed on stage at Redbones’ Women’s International Day with Marcia […]
Ras Muhamad Salam Prolific recording and performing artist, bi-lingual lyricist, published book author, radio host & producer. The self-proclaimed Reggae Ambassador of Indonesia, Ras Muhamad has relentlessly and ceaselessly spread the message of Reggae from the aspects of culture and history throughout Indonesia and to the likes of South East Asian regions. Indonesian-born and raised, […]
Spiritual Stand Up To Rasta SPIRITUAL’s faith has destined him to this world with a mission to spread the message of Jah through the gift of his music. Motivated by his faith and freedom of expression, he brings authentic warmth in his delivery of true Roots Reggae Rock culture to the world with love, honor […]
Dub Akom Riddim Maker Established in 2002 by Faby (bass), David (drums) Dub Akom is a backing band from Marseille, France. The other members are: Claude (keyboard), Titi (guitar), Stef (keyboard) and Laurent (sound engineer). Dub Akom provides services for artists of various styles from roots reggae to dancehall, whilst bringing together all sectors of […]
Jeramiah Ferrari Introduction Hailing from Manchester, these four young men fuse together styles of reggae, rock, ska and punk to make a truly memorable and essential new sound. Brought up on a diet of Bob Marley, Toot and the Maytals and Sublime, the band brought their own unique brand of dancing reggae ska to the […]