The Simpkin Project starting 2015 right!

On January 16, 2015 The Simpkin Project performed a home show in Orange County, California. They happened to be performing on the same night and location as the legendary Dead Kennedys punk band, who recently started performing again. The Simpkin Project played in the Constellation Room, which is located within The Observatory venue located in […]

New Kingston’s ‘Kingston City’ album review

Good things happen to good people, so the saying goes. This is inherently true for East Coast natives New Kingston as their career in the music industry recently got a little bit sweeter by joining forces with heavyweight independent reggae label Easy Star Records. “New Kingston definitely stands out in the current scene,” says Easy […]

Tribal Theory “Pull Up In The Dark” acoustic

San Diego natives Tribal Theory takes their Pacific Island roots and fuses with reggae, ska and a little bit of rock to make a sound that’s uniquely their own. In their latest YouTube video, the trailblazers of urban reggae music perform their track “Pull Up In The Dark” from their 2013 album titled Cali Love. […]

Leilani Wolfgramm’s ‘Rebel’ album review

Leilani Wolfgramm has come from Florida to California to spread some deep, sultry vibes. Though her roots trace back to a band with her brothers called HOR!ZEN, she has teamed up with E.N Young and Roots Musician Records in California to bring some solo music, and it is all captured in her LP, Rebel. The […]

“Heart of a Warrior” single by Seedless

Orange County-based band Seedless seems to unceasingly push the boundaries of ‘reggae’ into a more contemporary category – even braving virgin reggae territory with an infusion of post-hardcore, hip hop and metalcore. For instance, many tracks incorporate a double-bass drum and thrash metal guitar riffs, two entities conspicuously absent in the agenda of their roots-reggae […]

E.N. Young’s ‘Live Love Stay Up’ album review

It was roughly five years ago when an early E.N Young, roots reggae musician extraordinaire set the industry ablaze with his breakout solo album titled Luck & Chance No More under his very own label aptly named Roots Musician Records. Since then, he has helped countless musicians blossom, refining their sound and smoothing out the […]

Rebelution “Count Me In Remix EP”

The band worked with some of the genre’s premier producers One of the most popular reggae rock bands in recent memory, Rebelution, has just announced that they will release an EP of remixes from their recent album Count Me In. The band worked with some of the genre’s premier producers and musicians to complete this […]

Lovd Ones “How Many Times” official music video

Founded on 2008 and based out of The Sunshine State, or better known as Florida, these seasoned artists known as Lovd Ones recently dropped their official music video directed by Gustavo Bo & Benjah for their track “How Many Times” off the 2014 album Thicker Than Blood. For more information about Lovd Ones, give them […]

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.