Top Shelf Music’s reggae guide to bad days

In an ideal world, everyone would get along with everyone — nothing but positivity would encompass each individual as they emerge from their respective homes and maneuver their surroundings. Days would be filled with sunshine and good news, cash promotions and abounding possibilities; nobody would be flipping anyone off on the freeway and nightly celebrations […]

Marlon Asher “Babylon Brutality” music video

Mr. Marlon Asher, the “Ganja Farmer” or “Cowboy” affectionately known to his friends is a native Trinidadian and is the first reggae sensation out of Trinidad & Tobago. Freshly dropped to YouTube is Marlon’s latest music video for the track “Babylon Brutality” off his 2014 album titled Illusions. For more information about Marlon Asher give […]

22nd annual 9 Mile Festival

On Valentine’s Day of this year, Miami will host the 22nd Annual 9 Mile Music Festival. This special celebration seeks to honor the late musical genius and reggae pioneer, Bob Marley. Featured prominently in the all day event will be three of Bob’s sons, Stephen, Damian, and Julian. The Marley Boys will be supported by […]

Kottonmouth Kings Still Got It

It’s been awhile since this reviewer has been to an all-ages punk rock show which featured reggae as a direct influence to its punk roots and hip-hop acceptance. Gone are the days when this mix was considered fresh, new, and born of Southern California. Instead, this punk rock holiday show appeared to be a giant […]

Junior Reid “Only One Me” official music video

Legendary artist and producer Junior “One Blood” Reid just dropped an official music video for his track “Only One Me” brought to you by Splatterhouse Records in conjunction with Rymshot productions. For more information about Junior Reid, give his website a visit.

A look inside Iya Terra

Iya Terra is a roots, rock, reggae band from Los Angeles, California comprised of five members who together, deliver a unique sound with a positive message through their funky reggae music.  Their first self-titled EP was completed at Castaway 7 Studios with the help of award winning engineer and producer JP Hesser and was released […]

Maoli “Rock Me Sober” official music video

The Hawaiian boys are at it again and this time with a brand new music video from their latest 2014 single “Rock Me Sober”. Maoli hail from the beautiful island of Maui, Hawaii and has amazingly released two hit albums in two short years. For more information about Maoli, give them a follow on Facebook.

Roots Shakedown perform “Something More”

Another great video from the Sugarshack Sessions camp. In episode 42, South Florida’s musical natives Roots Shakedown perform an acoustic version of their original song “Something More”. For more information about Roots Shakedown, go give them a follow on Facebook.

The Emerald Cup 2014 gallery: part two

Just another day at The Emerald Cup Ed Rosenthal, author of Marijuana Grower’s Handbook Dorian, Taylor Beezle and Frenchie Haven Art Studio Talented artists every which way you look Nahko and Medicine for the People Nahko and Medicine for the People Nahko and Medicine for the People Nahko and Medicine for the People Nahko and […]

The Emerald Cup 2014 gallery: part one

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New Kingston’s “Can’t Stop A Man” lyric video

With their new album dropping in just a few weeks, the east coast boys New Kingston released a brand new lyric video for their track “Can’t Stop a Man.” Their new album titled Kingston City is currently available for pre-order on iTunes. Preview and pre-order Kingston City here.

The Green announce 2015 Chocolates & Roses tour

In 2014, The Green toured across the states, played to a packed crowd at the coveted California Roots Festival, won three Nā Hōkū Hanohano Awards, and even played shows with pop superstar Bruno Mars. The Hawaii-bred group looks to continue with this recent high in 2015, announcing their Chocolates & Roses tour with Through the […]

Wailing Trees “Lost” official music video

Explosive and award winning European band Wailing Trees just released their music video for their newly released track “Lost”. The seven piece ensemble has shared the stage with such greats as Lee Scratch Perry, Tiken Jah Fakoly, Groundation and Dub Inc. Things are looking extremely bright for these European youngsters. For more information about Wailing […]

New album ‘Gearthy’ by Skanks Roots Project

Dee Jay Jah Skanks is known for his mellow rhymes along with his knack for blending multiple musical genres into an all-star movement known as the Skanks Roots Project. Mixing hip hop with reggae with ska with electronica with stoner rock with spoken word, the Skanks Roots Project incorporates pretty much anything unorthodox in creating […]

Passafire winter tour 2015

The Passafire boys have made early New Year’s resolutions to hit the road by publically announcing their 2015 winter tour this week alongside Colorado-based Tatanka. Heading due south from their Georgian roots, Passafire’s first stop is in Tallahassee, Florida on January 15th; the show continues all the way up, down and around until ultimately ending […]