Bescenta Jamaica With his last musical project released in 2016 in the form of an EP titled ‘Green Gold’, Bescenta believes the time is right to present his socially conscious music to the world once again. Since tapping into the main stream in 2001, there has been no turning back for Bescenta who believes hard […]
Mark Wonder Jamaica Although Jamaica has no shortage of roots singers Mark Wonder is a singular musical force that must be reckoned with. He has been blessed with an awesome musical talent the continues to bless the world with positivity. His powerful and infectious vocal delivery and song craft is undisputed. One can simply not […]
Kelandy United States Kelandy, born Kelandy Faustino Diaz in Oahu, Hawaii, an artist as unique as his name. Kelandy is Chamorro, Palauan and Italian. His voice is just as diverse and will take you on an excursion through the world’s islands and through life’s decades. Inspired by artists such as, Baby Face, Boyz II Men, […]
Nath the Lions Indonesia Nath The Lions is a reggae band from Tebet, Indonesia featuring female vocalist Sista Nath, the ‘Queen of Indonesian Reggae’. As the songwriter and leader of the band, Sista Nath has wore her hair in dreadlocks since 2010 as a form of commitment and loyalty to reggae music even though she […]
Kingly T Jamaica / United States The musical journey of Kingly T began in Jamaica where he served as lead guitarist for the group known as ‘Ninja Force’. Kingly T helped modernize the idea of soul and reggae melding with modern pop conventions. During the late 90’s, he spread his unique brand of music around […]
The PathHeights Twin Flamezz The PathHeights are the singer-songwriter Akosua Aset and Aumuna. The name of the duo is derived from the word Ptahites, which means spiritual, creative beings that convey a collective message. The PathHeights started in 2012 in Jamaica. Now they are based in Germany. Their sound is a gentle blend of folk, […]
Kaya Fest 2018 Music & Awareness Festival Kaya Fest is a two-day Music and Awareness Festival named one of the Top 10 Music Moments of 2017 by Miami New Times. Each year Kaya Fest invites an incredible roster of reggae-influenced artists to celebrate one love, unity, peace and ‘overstanding’ alongside supporters from all over the […]
May 2018 Welcome to our May 2018 edition of IRIE Releases. This month we present the new EP release from Kelandy entitled ‘Love Revolution’ which is featured on the cover along with new releases from artists Predator Dub Assassins, Fluid Foundation, Putus Roots meets The Giants, Sabrina Soul, Perfect Giddimani, Adala & Asante Amen, Ras […]
WORLDWIDE – April 27, 2018 – 4:20 pm
Roots | Hemp Farming Act of 2018 April 12, 2018 The Hemp Farming Act of 2018 is a proposed law to remove hemp (defined as cannabis with less than 0.3% THC) from Schedule I controlled substances and making it an ordinary agricultural commodity. In late March 2018, Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell announced he would […]
Cidade Verde Sounds ‘CVS’ takes On the Drug War in Brazil with a Mic! Written By: Clarissa Krieck Cidade Verde Sounds (CVS) was formed in 2008 by Adonai (vocals) and Dub Mastor (DJ/beatmaker), blending reggae, electronic, and hip-hop beats with transformative lyrics and a true Irie spirit. The duo is about to release a fourth […]
Mellow Mood Large Italian reggae band Mellow Mood formed in Pordenone (North-East Italy) in 2005 when most members were attending high school together. Led by twins Jacopo and Lorenzo Garzia, the band soon started their partnership with producer Paolo Baldini, who was later to become their sound architect and dubmaster and officially debuted in 2009 […]