French reggae star Big Red, known from the group Raggasonic, returns with his powerful new album, Blood & Victory. This project deepens into sound system culture and modern dub, blending roots reggae with contemporary bass music. The...
Master Kee from Bogotá presents “Rising Up” featuring Ras Bogle, Don Husky, and Fhiyahshua—a powerful collaboration blending the vibes of Colombia and Jamaica. Produced by Master Kee, with arrangements by DJ Raza and mixing/mastering by...
Jahmiel has released his official music video for “Selfless,” a track from his latest album, Nirvana, released on November 1, 2024. The song, produced by Quantanium Records and Patriotz Muzik, showcases Jahmiel’s signature style and...
The new track “Live Like Selassie” by Jesse Royal, Kumar, Jah Izrehl, and Imeru Tafari has sparked conversations in the comments under the video, especially because of its AI-created video. The still image in the lyric video highlights...
Dre Island delivers a powerful message of ambition and resilience with his latest single, “The Greatest,” produced by Young Tycoon Family. Known for his socially conscious music, Dre Island once again proves why he is one of the standout...
Bright Beam Music presents a brand new Ras Shiloh called “Tweezers”. The song is out now on all streaming platforms. Ras Shiloh is currently back from a period of silence, and we hope to see the artist return on stages...
Artist in his own right, Colah Colah, hailing from Kingston, has teamed up again with German producer DJ Michael Berth of Colombia-based Klangschatz Productions for their highly anticipated follow-up album, Steady Meddi Every Day....
St. Mary-born Anue Nahki is slowly making waves; the artist has released the official music video for his single “Cali Grade,” which is also available in a dub version titled “Cali Grade Dub.” The video premiered on November 22, 2024....
Shab Don Records presents the Official Music Video for “Humble” by Spanish Town native Kushi Kelly Lowe, better known as Nation Boss. Nation Boss gained prominence in 2021 with his debut single, “Humans.” The track resonated...
Voicemail, Eesah, and Energy Di Dancer join forces on “World A Move,” a high-energy track produced by 808 Delavega under the Evidence Music label. Released on November 23, 2024, the song is part of the World A Move Riddim and features...
There's nothing like a family reunion. Now imagine one without any family drama, surrounded by endless familiar faces on a beautiful day sprawled across the breathtaking lawns of San Diego's Embarcadero Marina Park North, with...
Brooklyn-based band SUNDUB has officially dropped their debut album! Since formulating their smooth sound in 2013, these east coast reggae soldiers have been committed to spreading the good vibrations embedded in roots and Jamaican ska...
In February of 2019, Rancid announced their plans for The Bash Fest 2019 , a craft beer and punk rock festival reaching some of the biggest cities for punk rock in the United States, including Phoenix, Tuscon, Englishtown, Boise, Tacoma,...
Top Shelf Music journalist Kristy Rose sits down with The Late Ones , a hip hop meets island reggae trio out of Hawaii, at California Roots 10 ahead of their late night afterparty performance in Monterey, California. With a new...
In 2014, I attended the 5th Annual California Roots Festival for the first time when I was still in high school. The only person I knew there was my best friend who I went with and my mom who drove us. After three days at the festival,...
The Skints are back with their fourth album, Swimming Lessons . The album brings a daintier, uplifting, island-like sound; a definite divergent feel from their their last album, FM. That said, the new full-length LP is still...
The leader of the reggae revival movement himself, Protoje , sits down with Top Shelf Music journalist Kristy Rose following his California Roots 10 performance in Monterey, California. After dropping a single and about to hit the road...
Hawaiian rap-meets-reggae artist Inna Vision is hyping up his latest single "Survivor" off his Best Yet: Celebrating A Decade Of Vision album with a raw video showcasing a day in the life. The track off Roots Musician Records features a...
The end of summer is a marvelous time for a weekend festival. Combine that with a serene camping getaway, the best in funky, fresh bands and a core group of friends to render yourself one of the greatest experiences. Same Same But...
That sweet, smooth, sexy voice is back! With two years between albums and after months of teasing excited fans by dropping singles, Bermudian reggae singer Collie Buddz has finally released his tantalizing third full-length album Hybrid...
Shak Wave Productions and Nessberry Production presents "The Road" performed by international dancehall superstar Vybz Kartel . With an infectious melody, this hit bound single is deemed to top the charts. "The Road" is available on...
Acclaimed producer Markus, of Markus Records latest riddim is best described as "On Fleek" pun intended! Used as a social media slang meaning "on point", "On Fleek Riddim" features reggae star I Octane with "Don't Stop Di Vibes" and...
Billboard Producer Ricky Blaze the Soulful Alexus Rose & Dancehall Star Kranium with "Left Out" Remix Making her name for herself since her arrival on the musical scene by working with billboard charting producer Ricky Blaze , soulful...
After years of being labeled a "child star" in the dancehall industry, recording artiste, QQ has revamped his image and is showing off a sophisticated new look! His new promotional material sees the singer clad in an all-black ensemble,...