Photography: Nickii Kane JahBradez is a seasoned presence in the realm of reggae music, with a track record that speaks volumes. Born as Brady Robinson in Falmouth, a charming town nestled in the northern parish of Trelawny, Jamaica, this young man embarked on his musical odyssey at the tender age of 8, rhythmically enchanting listeners […]
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“Dreaming of a Bright Tomorrow” is the latest release by Jamaican composer and producer Don Grant. This Orchestrated Hip Hop Reggae Dancehall Dub will definitely touch you lyrically and musically. Life is our journey of hills and valleys. In the valleys, we must try to be positive and hopeful and Dream of a Bright Tomorrow. […]
Hailing from Napoli, Cienfuego (Marco Aiello) has steadily carved out a place in the international reggae scene. Known for his meticulous production and authentic dub sound, he has collaborated with renowned artists such as Hempress Sativa, The Scientist, and Luciano. “THE FIGHT” follows the success of the album’s first single, “PINTO WANTED”, featuring reggae legend […]
IRIE Twofers | Playlist #5 Our IRIE Releases for December 2024 are here. This month’s IRIE Twofers features a double shot of music featuring reggae vibes from Japan. Be sure to check back often as we update the playlists with artist tracks that become available after the publication date of our magazine. Did You Know? […]
Razteria Prowess Blossoming San Francisco Bay Area songwriting duo singer-songwriter Razteria & guitarist-producer Dave Shul drop their new album ‘Prowess Blossoming.’ a retro rock pop album produced throughout 2024. Flavors of rock colored by tasty guitar-driven riffs, strong hooks, and melodies bring modern twists to song soundscapes that span the 60s through the 90s across […]
The Vinyl Issue Our Vinyl Issue edition of IRIE celebrates the official release of ZOOLOOK’s debut album, STONEFRENGE: Black in Space, as a limited edition Vinyl Album release. For those unfamiliar with the ZOOLOOK, his real name is Nicholas Da Silva, and he is an award-winning Multidisciplinary Artist and Musician. He also happens to be […]
No matter how many changes the music industry experiences, the one thing that always remains is the power of a passionate live show. Caleb Hart can bring something fresh, honest, and powerful whenever he steps on a stage. A natural-born performer since he was a young boy growing up in the tiny Caribbean island of […]
Sgt. Remo is collaborating with Jamaican reggae star Chezidek on the powerful single ‘Stand Up.’ The single premieres on all platforms on Friday, Dec. 6, 2024. Produced and mixed by Kutral Dub (Chile) and mastered by Oddiowave (Gold Beach, OR), the single makes a powerful statement against the ongoing wars around the world. The single was recorded while Chezidek and Sgt. Remo was […]
IRIE Twofers | Playlist #4 Our IRIE Releases for November 2024 are here. This month’s IRIE Twofers features a double shot of music from our featured cover artist, ZOOLOOK, with his vinyl release of STONEFRENGE: Black in Space, along with twofers from Razteria, Caleb Hart, Sgt. Remo + Chezidek, Zoe Mazah, Marc Stamco, Lil Flower […]
SFPL’s Local Music Streaming Platform The 2024 Bay Beats Collection will be launched on Saturday, November 2, 2024. The new collection will be available on the Bay Beats website at https://baybeats.sfpl.org/ starting at 12 am, November 2, 2024. Celebrating its second year as SFPL’s popular local music platform, Bay Beats presents a four-band concert in […]
Musician’s Census 2024 Right Chord Music joined Musosoup, the leading platform for independent musician promotion, to conduct the Musician’s Census 2024. The online study was completed by 300 independent artists across 64 countries in one of the most comprehensive studies of grassroots musicians and their challenges. The Musician’s Census 2024 – Key Findings These challenges […]
The Evolution of Sarah Try as you might, but you can’t put Lil Flower Nasti in a box. This sultry songstress loves dipping her toe into every musical genre, giving her music a rare and refreshing quality. Born and raised in Palmdale, CA, her upbringing in a musical family encouraged her to explore singing from […]