A chat with KBong about solo album and Stick Figure

Kevin Bong is an artist and singer most known for his work with Stick Figure, a band he has played with for some time, and grown with as a musician. Top Shelf Reggae had a chance to sit down and chat with “KBong” to talk about his debut EP album, lifestyle, and inspirations: So, tell […]

Seedless’ new single “Bullet” leaves us trigger happy

On a more savage side to Seedless, the Orange County natives blow away their fans with their new single “Bullet”, reaching more than 1,800 views on Youtube within the first 72 hours of uploading! Resonant of post-millennia punk bands such as Coheed and Cambria or Avenged Sevenfold, the single starts out heavy on walking electric […]

2014 Good Vibes Music Festival wrap up

It was the Good Vibes Music Festival in Lake Elsinore, California for the weekend of President’s Day, and the California weather was sunny and hot for a day in February. Still, the prospect of positive vibes was set for this Cali’ day as vendors aligned the entrance and pathway toward the main stage which included […]

Passafire 2014 Vines Spring Tour

We are proud to announce that Georgia-based rock/reggae band Passafire does not stop with one tour for their recently released fifth studio album Vines, but two! The band plans to embark on yet another 2014 tour in three weeks time to curtail their recently ended, although immensely successful, Winter Brewhaha Tour alongside Ballyhoo! and Pacific […]

Indubious takes on Berkeley, California

Top Shelf Reggae caught up with Indubious, the rootstronica trio from Oregon during their tour with legendary artist Black Uhuru in Berkeley, California. The quaint venue, which just recently celebrated it's 40th anniversary, filled up quickly just before doors opened, and in a matter of minutes, became standing room only. For more information about Indubious, […]

“Slow Down” from Through the Roots – Gondola Sessions

Enjoy the performance from Through the Roots in the comfort of your comfy home while these guys are rocking it out hard on a very unique performance on a gondola through the frosty snow in Aspen, Colorado. Through the Roots perform their song “Slow Down” from the 2013 album Take You There.

Pepper: Winter 2014 San Diego show review

Pepper did not disappoint this packed house at the Belly Up Tavern Pepper played in San Diego County for two nights in a row while touring the Western parts of the U.S. for a winter tour! Although Pepper hails from Hawaii, they have been known to call San Diego their second home, and that remains […]

New Tribal Seeds video teaser “Fill It Up”

Tribal Seeds just introduced this little teaser video featuring their single from their upcoming album “Representing”. The song features the boys from New Kingston and Gonzo. Mark you calendars for Spring 2014 because this album is going to be good!

Damian, Stephen, & Julian Marley at 9 Mile Music Festival

The three musically talented Marley brothers, Stephen, Damian and Julian gave an amazing performance of “Get Up, Stand Up”, “Three Little Birds” and “Buffalo Soldier” at the 21st annual 9 Mile Music Festival held at the Miami Dade County Fairgrounds in Florida.

Sono Vero ‘Roses for the Reckless’ album review

With three singles and two EPs already under their belt as of last week, along with an expeditiously growing loyal fan base, the Southern California boys are making another mark in the charts with their latest studio EP release titled Roses for the Reckless, which most fittingly released on Valentines Day. Sono Vero’s first self-titled […]

Good Vibes Music Festival On The Lake 2014

President's Day is a time for celebration, and a celebration is what went down in Lake Elsinore, California. The outdoor, two day celebration of music and good vibes was a perfect blend of hip hop and reggae. For a more detailed rundown of the event, please do check out our wrap up of The Good […]

Iration: Winter Automatic Tour 2014

The air was thick with smoke in a quint venue nestled in the downtown of Petaluma, California as Iration took the stage on their nationwide Winter Automatic Tour. In a sold out show, Iration rocked the house with the help of Natty Vibes and The Movement.  For more information about Iration's tour dates, please visit […]

Valentines Day “I and I” Playlist

The great poet Roy Croft once said, “I love you not only for what you are, but for what I am when I am with you”. Those of you who have loved at least once in your life know that this one statement holds especially true. Whether you’re celebrating with a new love, old love, […]

2014 Tribute to the Reggae Legends

The biggest reggae tribute is happening Monday, February 17th in San Diego, California. Tribute to The Reggae Legends is happening at the Valley View Casino Center, a place formerly known as the San Diego Sports Arena where some great Bob Fests were celebrated during the last 33 years of tribute to some of the greatest […]