Tribal Seeds announce their 2017 Winter Roots Tour

The Tribal Seeds camp just announced their massive, three month national 2017 Winter Roots Tour. With female sensation Nattali Rize and chart climbing Jamaican artist Raging Fyah in tow this time around. This is definitely a tour that you should not miss. Do not miss Tribal Seeds this time around Bringing in a proper new […]

Raging Fyah “Dash Wata” official music video

Over the past few months, Raging Fyah’s latest album, Everlasting, has continued to gain recognition, and after a month long European tour, the five piece band from Kingston, Jamaica returns to debut their new video for the track “Dash Wata”. The video takes viewers back to their homeland of Jamaica, as they sing the smooth […]

Harrison Stafford “California” official video

Harrison Stafford, best known for his role as lead singer for Groundation just dropped the third video release from the album One Dance. Harrison Stafford & The Professor Crew featuring legendary Jamaican musicians including Leroy “Horsemouth” Wallace on drums and Flabba Holt on bass. The album was recorded at famed Harry J Studio in Kingston […]

Ethan Tucker embarks on European tour with Michael Franti

If you’ve ever witnessed an Ethan Tucker performance live, you’ve probably noticed that there is something truly magical about his performances. Whether it’s his smooth vocals, or his stellar stage presence, most will agree that Ethan has got “it”. That certain something has gotten Ethan into Season 11 of NBC's smash hit television show “The […]

Joshua Tree Roots Rock Reggae Festival coming this November

Situated 50 minutes outside of Palm Springs, California, the serene desert location of Joshua Tree has become home to many a music festival–ranging from reggae, to EDM, to rock, to indie and more. The vast empty space of the Mojave Desert is large enough to accommodate a high volume of event attendees, and is far […]

Kellsa ‘Fortaleza’ album review

Kellsa, the Brazilian reggae, rock and pop songstress has been making a huge name for herself not only in the United States, but internationally as well. Kellsa’s latest EP titled Fortaleza is a six track album that represents a soulful and energetic sound that cleverly fuses reggae, ska, and pop rhythms. Part of Kellsa’s infectiousness […]

Gallery: KAABOO 2016

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Backbeat Soundsystem’s ‘Into The Light’ review

2016 brings the release of Backbeat Soundsystem’s latest album; Into The Light, which stays true to all the best parts of the genres they dominate. The vocals by both Dean Forrest and Darren Kendall always come back to a distinct UK sound; a mix of reggae rhythms filled with electric, positive vibes. James Martin has […]

Arise Roots “Give Me Your Love” acoustic session

Sugarshack Session episode #163 brings us Arise Roots from Los Angeles, CA performing their original track “Give Me Your Love”. The SoCal crew just wrapped up a massive Rootsman Summer Tour 2016 with Iya Terra and Ital Vibes and have a few shows lined up in California. Check for dates nears you!

Locos Por Juana premieres ‘Caribe’ LP

GRAMMY and Latin-GRAMMY nominated band Locos Por Juana have been an integral part of the Pan-Latin party scene for quite some time, stemming from the heart of the Latin-fusion movement in Miami over two decades ago. While primarily focusing on Caribbean constituents, LPJ has shifted to incorporate more Jamaican reggae, raggamuffin, and dub influences on […]

Cali Roots 2017 first artist announcement

That time of year already? The highly anticipated California Roots Festival just released the first round of three announcements of artists for their 8th annual year. Just like the previous seven years, Cali Roots 2017 will take place Memorial Day weekend, May 26th-28th, at the beautiful Monterey Bay Fairgrounds in Monterey, CA.  Headlining the first […]

Spiritual Rez’s ‘Setting in the West’ album review

Boston’s own Spiritual Rez is a reggae-rock funkateer ensemble that delivers a hypnotic blend of edgy melodic reggae, ska, funk and rock that is both flawless and brilliant in their new offering titled Setting in the West. The album is comprised of ten harmonious tracks that defines their reggae and rock riff laden melodies with […]

Get ready for Rootfire At The Park 2016

Just a short drive from Florida's own Orlando International Airport and other area attractions, the city of Cocoa is rich in history and offers many unique experiences. The one experience that you do not want to miss this year is Rootfire At The Park presented by Deuterman Productions and Ineffable Live. On October 22, one […]

Gentleman & Ky-Mani Marley “Tomorrow” official video

Directed by Henning Brix with additional help from Noël Dernesch, Thomas Gellert, the new video for Gentleman & Ky-Mani Marley’s track “Tomorrow” from the studio album Conversations marks the new beginning for the iconic, powerhouse artists. With their captivating vocals and soulful melodies, one of reggae’s greatest voices blends street poetry and tales with beautiful […]

New Kingston drops video for “Ready”

New Kingston fans, rejoice! The boys are back on track and heating up the early bits of the Autumnal Equinox by releasing a beautifully produced music video for their track “Ready” off latest EP Kingston Fyah which was released earlier this year. New Kingston is currently on their Fall Tour with Sensamotion, so check them […]