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See your favorite bands like Pepper, Tribal Seeds, Fortunate Youth and HIRIE in San Diego at Mission Bayfest 2023
See your favorite bands like Pepper, Tribal Seeds, Fortunate Youth and HIRIE in San Diego at Mission Bayfest 2023. The two day festival is running September 29th and 30th and has a stellar lineup!
Album Review: Micah Shemaiah’s uplifting spirit is in full display in “Jamaica Jamaica”
Micah Shemaiah’s uplifting spirit is in full display in “Jamaica Jamaica”. The album opens with the powerful title track, which calls out the need for Jamaica to come together to better address societal issues. You can hear the urgency in Shemaiah’s voice over the riddim and it definitely catches the listener’s ear.
Cruise to the beach while jamming along with Pepper’s “Get Me Ready (Aloha Remix)”
Cruise to the beach while jamming along with Pepper’s “Get Me Ready (Aloha Remix)”. I love the smooth keys and drum pattern in this jamming Pepper remix. It’s cool listening to this version and then taking in the original, which dropped earlier this year!
Album Review: “Setting Out for the Sun” showcases Claire Wright’s creativity, chill vibes, and big time voice
“Setting Out for the Sun” showcases Claire Wright’s creativity, chill vibes, and big time voice. The 10-track album, released by Ineffable Records, highlights Wright’s talent as a singer-songwriter and beautifully blends pop, rock and reggae in an all around relaxing experience.
Start your day by watching Nick Sefakis’ “Wake Up” music video
Start your day by watching Nick Sefakis’ “Wake Up” music video. I love the vibe of this track, its irie riddim, and the video’s visuals that were filmed in Jamaica and California.
Album Review: Michael Sky aims for the stars with debut album!
You may or may not have heard the name yet, but chances are if you’re into the American reggae genre of music, you will! Since mid-2021, Michael Sky has been busy recording and releasing track after track, gaining huge traction with reggae-lovers everywhere.
Album Review: Johnny Osbourne’s “Right Right Time” is an instant classic
Reggae legend Johnny Osbourne’s latest album, “Right Right Time” is an instant classic. The talented singer songwriter teamed up with the French Connexion Band and the collaboration created a fresh sound that is amongst the best new reggae that I’ve heard in recent years.
Dance the night away with Answele’s new single, “Ravin”
Dance the night away with Answele’s new single, “Ravin”. The talented Jamaican artist teamed with Sean 'Young Pow' Diedrick on the song’s production and this track is a vibe! The energy that Answele brings to the mic is contagious and I love the song’s message of celebration.
Daily Reggae Review Week: Summer 2023
With so much incredible reggae music out and tons of new albums to listen to, the Daily Reggae Team is excited to present our latest Daily Reggae Review Week! We’ve reviewed seven albums and will drop one new review for seven days starting on July 30th.
The Movement heats things up in Irving, TX
This is the first blog in our recap series of the Summer 2023 Tour featuring Slightly Stoopid, Sublime with Rome, Atmosphere, and The Movement’s. Notes and photos by Jeremy Morgan, of Highly Decent Photography and Daily Reggae contributor.
Push away negativity with Some Friends’ “Don’t Matter” ft. SkillinJah
Push away negativity with Some Friends’ single “Don’t Matter” ft. SkillinJah. The Des Moines, Iowa-based band’s single showcases the group’s energy and grooving reggae rock.
Artist Profile: J-Vibe’s passion and pursuit of greatness makes him one of today’s best producers in reggae
Daily Regge spoke with J-Vibe to learn more about his unique approach to production, recent collaboration with Collie Buddz creating the Cali Roots Riddim 2023, and the projects he’s currently excited about! Read the full review now and stream the album now!
“Lockdown” is Cydeways’ latest banger featuring Matisyahu
“Lockdown” is Cydeways’ latest banger featuring Matisyahu. The single is the first release ahead of the band’s new album and was released by LAW Records.
Time to get excited for Buju Banton’s new album, “Born For Greatness”
Time to get excited for Buju Banton’s new album, “Born For Greatness”. I’ve been jamming to the singles released and especially feel the album’s title track! The reggae legend’s new album is due out on Sept. 8, 2023 and is being released by Gargamel Music/ Roc Nation Records / Def Jam Recordings.
Christopher Ellis emphasizes the importance of unity and a community first mentality in “Stick Together”
Christopher Ellis emphasizes the importance of unity and a community first mentality in “Stick Together”. I am loving Ellis’ vocals and the song’s fantastic message of togetherness.
Song of the Week: “What We Had” by Kyle Smith
Start this week with Kyle Smith’s “What We Had”. In typical Kyle fashion he finds a way to put a positive spin on life’s toughest moments, and this simple but beautiful reggae pop melody is no different. Reflecting on a tough upbringing, Kyle delivers another great track from the man that can’t and won’t stop!
Ballyhoo!’s “Drunk Texter” ft. HIRIE is yet another example they are releasing some of the raddest reggae rock on the scene
Ballyhoo!’s “Drunk Texter” featuring HIRIE is yet another example they are releasing some of the raddest reggae rock on the scene. Every time I see that Ballyhoo! is dropping a new single, I know it’s going to be fire! Howi Spangler is amongst the best songwriters in reggae today, and Ballyhoo!’s guitars consistently shred so freaking hard!
Enjoy every second of the journey with The Resinators’ “Anthem”
Enjoy every second of the journey with The Resinators’ new single, “Anthem”. The San Diego-based band is pushing boundaries with their blend of reggae, rock, punk and funk, and I’m really enjoying this head banging track showcasing the group’s cohesion and passion.
Ahead of new album, listen to Better Chemistry’s rocking track, “Can’t Stop Thinking”
Ahead of their new album, listen to Better Chemistry’s rocking track, “Can’t Stop Thinking”. The Southern California reggae rockers are set to release their new album, “Hope That It’s Real” this fall, and the new single gives a great glimpse into the band’s jamming sound!
Protoje drops dates for must-see California Summer Tour ft. Dubwise
Reggae superstar, Protoje has dropped dates for a must-see California Summer Tour featuring Dubwise. The tour runs Aug. 22 - 27.