After a quiet spell, reggae artist Chukki Starr returns with fresh energy and new music, launching his latest EP, Show Us The Way. This five-track collection marks a powerful “comeback”, showcasing uplifting, message-driven...
On November 1, 2024, JahBradez, known for his work with the band Pentateuch and tours as a drummer across the U.S. and Europe, unveils his fourth single, We Are Black. This track, years in the making, began during a quiet moment in...
As part of their 20th anniversary, the Austrian producer team and reggae band has decided to release a new song every Friday in 2024. The group has decided that all proceeds from the songs should go to the NGO HELP Jamaica! e.V., to...
Following the releases of his previous albums “Tower Of Babel” (2021) and ‘Happy Place‘ (2023), renowned artist Proverb Nesta I has released a powerful and deeply personal album entirely in his native Shona...
“Still Look Good” by Macka B celebrates how women maintain their beauty and confidence as they age. It is a melodic authentic Reggae track with catchy lyrics that will resonate with many. Share this with your Wife, Sister,...
“100 Weight of Collie Weed” singer Carlton Livingston, with a career stretching back to the late 1970s, is back with a new track called “Ghetto Risto”. The track is produced by veteran record producer Dub Chemist...
Rising artist Imeru Tafari, the son of reggae star Queen Ifrica and grandson of reggae legend Derrick Morgan, has released his highly anticipated debut album, The Essential. This 12-track album, available on all platforms, marks a...
Afriyie Wutah Ft. Coby Rola, both from Ghana, released this beautifully crafted reggae song that speaks about joining the clarion call for world peace. The song was released on July 12, 2024, following the 2020 release of his EP Ayalolo....
Once again, Rik Jam proves to be a force to be reckoned with in the current Reggae Space. Trodding in the footsteps of the great roots Reggae elders, Rik is back with a new track called “Journey.” The song is produced &...
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,...