IRIE We Come in Peace (And Love) Meet IRIE, the virtual reggae band of STONEFRENGE (ZOOLOOK universe), created by multidisciplinary artist and musician Nicholas Da Silva, known professionally as ZOOLOOK. The six-member band consists of two fictional members, Kaya and Leno from STONEFRENGE, along with four actual musicians: vocalists Zoe Mazah and Razaman, bassist and […]
Sid Bucknor & Zoe Mazah Peace Begins Within Sid Bucknor Photography Credit: Michael Donath Peace Begins Within is a unique collaboration between Sid Buck Records and Zoe Mazah. This iconic composition by the late Sid Bucknor and the beautiful, timely lyrics of “Peace Begins Within” was given new life by the sweet voice of Zoe […]
Lil Obeah & Marius Costache Madmen Photography by Cristina Moran; Collage by Cristiana Bucureci It was Count Dubulah, Nick Plato Page, aka the Dub Colossus, who taught Lil Obeah that VERSION is the KEY! Socially and politically, VERSION has created the necessary cultural environment for people of all races and classes to develop and add […]
Arky Starch & Micky B Gift From Paradise After meeting during recordings with Sista Mika in his home studio, Arky and Ras Mundele got to know each other better. They quickly concluded that they shared the tragic past of becoming widowers at a relatively young age. Arky was left alone with baby daughter Liv and […]
IRIE Playlist on Spotify IRIE’s December 2023 edition of RELEASES is here, featuring artist SSLy Scout with his release, Babylon Dayz. Artist also featured on the December 2023 IRIE playlist include Samora + Traktorkestar, Dubmatix, Sid Bucknor + Zoe Mazah, Marc Stamco, Sgt. Remo + Real Mafia + Blxck Attitude, Lil Obeah, Arky Starch + […]
International Reggae Poster Contest 2024 Jamaican roots of hip-hop On the 50th anniversary of hip-hop in 2023, the International Reggae Poster Contest celebrates the innovative Clive Campbell, aka DJ Kool Herc, who laid the foundation of the genre. Born in Kingston, Jamaica in 1955, Campbell migrated at the age of 12 to the Bronx, New […]
International Extremity Project Helping People get on their feet since 1988 A non-profit medical mission, the International Extremity Project travels to Vietnam, Namibia, and Angola, where our podiatric and orthopedic surgeons correct severe lower-extremity deformities for under-served patient populations. These procedures give many needy people a new chance at life. Children unable to attend school […]
Roxanne Stonefrenge: Black in Space Meet Roxanne, the alter ego of Michelle, Editorial Director of IRIE. Michelle performs many roles as a partner in IRIE Magazine alongside Nicholas Da Silva, Founder and Editor-in-Chief of IRIE. She determines the content for each issue of IRIE with Nicholas, including the monthly playlists. Still, most importantly, Michelle works […]
Yves ‘DUKE’ Ducrey Overthere IRIE is proud to present ‘Overthere,’ the first Yves Duke single. This track is played on Trombone on the ‘African Roots Riddim.’ Overthere, Overdub, and African Roots Riddim will be released on all platforms on the 27 of November. This track and ‘Overdub,’ the dub mix, were finalized, mixed, and mastered […]
Samora Born In Suriname (Work) Join us as we welcome Samora back in our November edition of IRIE. Samora has captured the hearts of music enthusiasts worldwide with a profound background story of perseverance, dedication, and musical evolution. Her journey from a young girl with a dream to an internationally acclaimed artist has been inspirational. […]
The Wise Bloods London Summer Loving The Wise Bloods, London’s Realest Reggae Pioneers Revive The Spirit of London Summer with “London Summer Loving” “I don’t know if people will like this, but it’s my favorite right now. It’s the most authentic to our story, the one that paints pictures from my past experiences and influences. […]
IRIE Playlist on Spotify IRIE’s November 2023 edition of RELEASES is here, featuring artists The Wise Bloods with their release, London Summer Loving. Artist also featured on the November 2023 IRIE playlist include Yves ‘DUKE’ Ducrey, Samora, Marc Stamco, Dubmatix, Tuff Like Iron, and ZOOLOOK. Be sure to check back often as we update the […]