The legendary Tuff Gong International Studios — one of the most iconic recording studios in reggae history — has recently been reopened and brought back to life. Preserving an essential piece of Jamaica’s musical heritage. Originally founded by Bob Marley in the early 1970s, the studio became the creative headquarters for The Wailers and a […]
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The SunSplash Reggae Festival has announced two major names for its 2026 edition: Legendary roots reggae band Steel Pulse and Jamaican dancehall artist Tommy Lee Sparta are set to perform on July 5, 2026, in The Hague, Netherlands. With this announcement, the festival brings together two artists from different generations and styles within Jamaican music
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Cologne, 03.03.2026 – Following the confirmation of the first headliners and crowd favorites, the line-up for the 39th edition of the Summerjam Festival continues to grow. With the second artist announcement, numerous international reggae, dancehall, and urban acts have been added. Once again highlighting the musical diversity of the festival at Fühlinger See. International Roots
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Barrington Levy is coming to EM2 in Groningen! This jamaican icon broke through in the late 1970s. He grew into the voice of early dancehall during the 1980s. With his distinctive, powerful vocals and irresistible melodies, he helped push the genre in a new direction. While many artists came and went, Levy kept delivering hit
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The latest broadcast of Rararadio’s – Rebel Riddim (March, 01, 2026). ft DJ Rudeboy Ciano – Many more shows and mixes available. MixCloud: REBEL RIDDIMS – SELECTA RUDEBOY CIANO – 01.03.26 by RARARADIO Eindhoven | Mixcloud
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Reggae is niet ontstaan in studio’s of marketingplannen. De muziek groeide buiten, tussen heuvels en dorpen. In diezelfde omgeving ontwikkelde zich ook cannabisgenetica die later de wereld over zou gaan. Jamaica was geen broedplaats voor snelle trends, maar voor planten die zich aanpasten aan zon, regen en tijd. Wie de roots van reggae wil begrijpen,
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From July 23 to July 25, Kortemark once again becomes the epicenter of roots, reggae and soundsystem culture. VZW Greenforward presents a new edition of the Irie Vibes Roots Festival. Bringing three days filled with music, community and heavyweight sound. The festival traditionally kicks off on Thursday with Kortemark Congé. Friday is fully dedicated to
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Zoetermeer, The Netherlands – The first name for Rastaplas Festival 2026 has officially been revealed, and it’s a powerful one. Legendary roots reggae group Culture, led by Kenyatta Hill, will take the stage at the beautiful Noord-AA Strand in Zoetermeer on Saturday, July 18th, 2026. With this announcement, Rastaplas once again confirms its commitment to
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GEEL, BELGIUM – Europe’s longest-running reggae festival, Reggae Geel, has revealed the first names for its 2026 edition. The opening announcement already promises a line-up that bridges generations, styles, and continents. For decades, Reggae Geel has been one of the key pillars of the European reggae scene. Known for bringing together roots legends, dub innovators,
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113 Bonk Liberty Soundsystem, Roots, Dub to Steppers Vinyl Session. Roots and Dub Attic Rotterdam The Roots and Dub Attic Rotterdam, Selector Arie’s place. Online Reggae and Dub Promotion & Live Stream Sessions, focused on Soundsystem. Arie is a Dutch Soundsystem Selector and co-owner of Bright Message Records, based in Rotterdam. Bright Message Records is
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