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Respect | ZJ Liquid

Irie Magazine | Respect | ZJ Liquid

ZJ Liquid Jamaica As his name suggests, ZJ Liquid does it all, flowing seamlessly amongst his multiple roles—selector, radio personality, supporter of new talent, producer, MC and artist. With his new album, Mobay Son, the man born Michael Brissett steps into his own as a respected lyricist, demonstrating his versatility over the course of 12 […]

Respect | Shayne Amani

Irie Magazine | Respect | Shayne Amani

Shayne Amani Jamaica Photography By: Michie Exclusive O’Shayne Foote ‘Shayne Amani’ was born in Westmoreland, Jamaica. At the tender age of six years old developed a profound love for reggae music, with a huge impact from his uncle that would sing and perform in the comfort of his own garage. Shayne’s talent and passion for […]

Respect | Ras Medy

Irie Magazine | Respect | Ras Medy

Ras Medy United States Ras Medy’s journey has been nothing short of miraculous despite many of life’s hurdles and obstacles pursuing his career dream as a recording artist. With sheer determination, focus, hard work, and dedication to what he recognizes as ‘his gift’, Ras Medy has had the honor to grace the stage with notable […]

Respect | Ricci & the Tic Tac Toes

Irie Magazine | Respect | Ricci & The Tic Tac Toes

Ricci & the Tic Tac Toes United States XoRasta Ricci, Singer / Songwriter, was born in Los Angeles, California & though he traveled & lived in various countries & continents, he returned to Los Angeles four years ago to pursue his dream of spreading the message of JAH. Ricci was clearly influenced by Robert Nesta […]

Releases | Freddy Locks

Irie Magazine | Releases | Freddy Locks

Freddy Locks Portugal IRIE Magazine is proud to present Freddy Locks’ newest album, ‘Overstand’, which released worldwide on Oct 12, 2018. ‘Overstand’ is a great demonstration of Freddy Locks’ high professional level of music. The album was mastered by Dubmatix with a sound and feeling that will surely move the heart of any reggae lover… […]

Roots | Marihuana Tax Act of 1937

Irie Magazine | Roots | Marihuana Tax Act of 1937

Marihuana Tax Act of 1937 August 2, 1937 The Marihuana Tax Act of 1937, enacted August 2, 1937, was a United States Act that placed a tax on the sale of cannabis. The H.R. 6385 act was drafted by Harry Anslinger and introduced by Rep. Robert L. Doughton of North Carolina, on April 14, 1937. […]

Rock | Tuff Like Iron – Ironic

Irie Magazine | Rock | Tuff Like Iron

Tuff Like Iron Ironic Photography By: T.O.K.Y.O Photography; Written By: Tami Tsansai On September 25, 2018, multilayered reggae artist and fashion designer, Tuff Like Iron’, launched her first official album, ‘Ironic’, in Jamaica with the Sankofa Sessions, a curated, Afro-centric music event held every Tuesday at the Stone’s Throw Bar, 1B Manning’s Hill Road at […]

Reggae | Lion Twin

Irie Magazine | Reggae | Lion Twin

Lion Twin Dread Radio DREAD RADIO is an online radio station exclusively dedicated to Reggae selections. While the station is based in Trinidad, the cast comprises an array of first-class, international selectors whose contributions feature a wide spectrum of artistes from around the world. The radio station was founded in response to a longstanding appeal […]

Respect | Rogue Siesta

Irie Magazine | Respect | Rogue Siesta

Rogue Siesta United Kingdom Photography By: Aimee Catt Born over a weekend at Boomtown Festival UK, Rogue Siesta are a Sheffield based group of musician friends who’ve pooled their combined Reggae, Indie, Rock, Blues, Punk, and Ska influences, resulting in Rogue Siesta’s smooth Reggae, sweet saxophone and smokey blues riffs, with a snarling rocky edge. […]

Respect | Milton Blake

Irie Magazine | Respect | Milton Blake

Milton Blake Jamaica Born to Dorothy and Malachi Blake in the parish of St. Catherine, Jamaica on August 8,1970. Milton grew up in a community where he was surrounded by political violence he did not succombe to this negative living, instead he focused on school and music. His friends and family affectionately calls him ‘Little […]