Free Radicals ‘Outside the Comfort Zone’ album review

Ever heard of a band called Free Radicals? Well, if you have, you know how amazing they are and if you haven’t, I’m here to let you know. Houston, Texas locals Free Radicals just released a new album titled Outside the Comfort Zone. Considering I hadn’t heard of them before either, I was quite taken […]

EXCLUSIVE VIDEO PREMIERE: Gisto “All By Myself”

Top Shelf Reggae is honored to present the exclusive world premiere of Vancouver’s biggest trap/reggae artist on the rise, Gisto’s “All By Myself”. The track is the second single off his new full-length LP OMW, following the title track that dropped last month ahead of the album’s December 1st release. “All By Myself” is an […]

Common Kings release new video “Today’s a New Day”

The recently GRAMMY nominated artist for “Best Reggae Album,” Common Kings just released their latest visuals for the head rocking, feel good vibes single “Today’s A New Day” featuring Strange Music artist ¡MAYDAY!. 2017 has been an amazing year for the Common Kings, seeing that their release Lost in Paradise shot to the #1 spot […]

Jungle Man Sam drops “Dive Deep” single

Toronto, Canada is the last place you think of when you hear ‘jungle man’. Indeed, Jungle Man Sam holds down a Canadian reggae presence, with music infused with pop, dance, soca, reggaeton and more. Seemingly born wanderlust, JMS transposes sounds from his exotic travels into song, serving his listeners a sweet slice of cultural pie […]

Pepper’s acoustic performance of “Around”

Pepper from Kailua-Kona, HI performing their original song “Around” live at the Sugarshack Recording Compound in Bonita Springs, FL. Episode #246 of the Sugarshack Acoustic Live Music Series.

3rd Cali Roots 2018 lineup announced

The holidays have come early, folks – the Cali Roots crew has released another artist announcement! Festival-lovers get to swallow another big bite of the 9th Annual California Roots rundown, just in time to add passes to their Christmas wish lists. If you have yet to consider Cali Roots as your Memorial Day destination this […]

2018 GRAMMYS Best Reggae Album Nominees are in

The GRAMMYS brings together performers, industry representatives, and fans from all over the world to celebrate the best in musical recordings and performances from the previous year. The GRAMMYS are generally recognized as the highest honor given to musicians. This year is no exception. Not only are more reggae artists of different sub-genres being recognized, […]

One Love Cali Reggae Fest 2018 revealed

It’s the most exciting Southern California event, and it’s officially taken shape – One Love Cali Reggae Fest 2018 is here, ladies and gentlemen! Back in its third year, One Love returns to the LBC bigger and badder than ever this upcoming February 10th and 11th, 2018. With breathtaking views of the Queen Mary ocean […]

Gisto to drop ‘OMW’ LP

Trap/hip hop artist Gisto is on his way to releasing his sophomore album OMW, exactly one year after his Orbitz EP blasted his career higher than his clientele. Stemming from critical acclaim even before his 2012 debut album dropped, Gisto’s hustling nature and dope beats have scored him stage time with some of the most […]

Full Reggae Rise Up Florida 2018 lineup revealed

The 4th annual fest in St. Petersburg, Florida just got a whole lot bigger! Following a partial rundown announcement for 2018, the Reggae Rise Up Florida crew decided why wait? Let’s lay down our lineup cards and reap the benefits of a reggae royal flush! As of this week, Reggae Rise Up Florida has been […]

Cali Roots announces 2018 round 2 artists

The holidays come a little early for music lovers! In the form of artist announcements, reggae and hip hop enthusiasts wait patiently behind device screens to hear who will be featured at their fave festivals come the New Year. And, one fest in particular rings a little louder than the rest – that’s right, one […]

A chat with Katchafire about their new single “Addicted”

New Zealand eight-piece band and veterans in the reggae scene, Katchafire, just released an absolute beauty of a single from the long-awaited forthcoming album. Their first recording of 2017, titled “Addicted”, has finally been released. “It’s sounding great to our ears and we can't wait to share the music with everybody.” This track beautifully captures […]

Tatanka drops “Love Is Medicine” single

Colorado-based band Tatanka is at it again, with all the bells and whistles coming out of the woodwork with their new single, “Love Is Medicine”. And, what would woodwork be without trees? Tatanka strikes a 420-friendly stance, layering even their most pop-influenced tracks with trippy, stoner dub and psychedelic sound effects. Back to that in […]

The Ries Brothers ‘The View From Outside’ album review

To summarize early, this really is a genuinely attractive and overall smile-inducing set of 13 tracks from Florida’s The Ries Brothers. There are some really thought provoking lines scattered about the album; some of which will drift over you of course, but some which really do weave their way into your brain and are hugely […]

Desert Oasis 2017: Day Two

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