Reggae Lover

This was supposed to be a Dancehall 101 conversation and it ended up being a Dancehall vs Reggae debate.More than a debate, various explanations of the culture emerged. This was our second talk show format episode and topics mentioned here ended up being re-hashed throughout the rest of the season.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/reggae-lover/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

This is by far the funniest Reggae Lover episode. We list some of the biggest reggae one-hit wonders.  Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/reggae-lover/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Lila Ike was one of our best interviews from last year. Check out this replay and make sure to grab her new EP, The ExPerience, if you haven't already. It's a classic!Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/reggae-lover/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

A complete break down of the epic Beenie Man vs. Bounty Killer IG Live event presented by @VerzuzTV.Also, in this episode, our season finale:The drama between Swiss Beats, Tony Matterhorn, and Majah Hype.Reflections on the life and legacy of fallen reggae icon, record producer, and audio engineer, Bobby Digital.  What we're listening to for Summer 2020.Reasons for the absence of Spotify in Jamaica.Quarantine Clash Semi-Finals Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/reggae-lover/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Full review of Lila Ike's debut EP, The Experience, plus AGARD and Kahlil Wonda each list their top 5 SingJays.Buzzworthy - Shaggy, Rayvon, and Spice appear on The Bachelor.The Tastemaker - Full review of Lila Ike's debut EP, The ExPerience.Soundclash Update - Latest from the Soundclash.com/Walshy Fire Quarantine Clash tournament.Main Topic - Top 5 Singjays (a performer who is a combination of singer and deejay.)Kahlil Wonda:Buju BantonCapletonSizzlaChronixxMavadoAGARD:MavadoDamian MarleyDemarcoI-OctaneShenseea Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/reggae-lover/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Talking about what's going on in the business as we all continue adjusting to being locked down.  Apple Music expands coverage to more countries, including Jamaica. Soundcloud now offering digital music distribution.Up and coming artists who lack music business knowledge.Artists beefing and clashing during quarantine and why it's not a good look.Sounds and Artists who have improved their position during the quarantine. Buju Banton ft. John Legend - Memories. https://youtu.be/_rmRcc81jpM.Jah Izrehl - Never Worry. https://open.spotify.com/album/28feH3Kpu7hah9aOHleGgy.  Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/reggae-lover/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

AGARD goes solo talking about the Soundclash.com Quarantine Clash tournament, Dexta Daps' release from prison, Lila Ike's upcoming EP, and more.  Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/reggae-lover/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

AGARD and Kahlil Wonda invite their wives to talk about their Reggae lover journeys.BuzzworthyBuju performs on BET. https://youtu.be/y2G4PnJ9SjkBeenie and Bounty IG Live performance. https://youtu.be/vjD34TOODXw TastemakerDavid Powell - Life Hard. https://open.spotify.com/album/6lFMsLfs0fIBYg3e7roAf6Etzia ft. Sean Paul - Let My Spirit Fly. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E8gSaZhKnw8&feature=youtu.beBuju Banton - Ganja Man. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WpatK_sFYoc Soundclash Update25th Anniversary of Jaro vs Addies in Portmore, Jamaica 1995. https://soundcloud.com/hecklersphoenix/king-addies-vs-killamanjaro-04-95-ja-dancehall-showdown-hecklers-remasters    Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/reggae-lover/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Last week Protoje announced that his Indiggnation Collective (including Lila Ike and Sevana) has inked a multi-album deal with RCA Records. We discuss this historic singing and the recent trend of major label A&R's paying attention to Jamaican talent.   Tastemaker:Alicia Keys - Underdog (Remix) ft. Chronixx and Protoje.Lila Ike - I SpyStalk Ashley - YoungSoundclash Update:Walshy Fire's Quarantine Clash 3 - Heavy Hammer (Italy) vs. Poison Dart (Florida).Major Hype's Clash Series - Jazzy T from Renaissance vs. Steelie Bashment. DJ Premier vs. The RzaIrish and Chin's "Put In On The Table" Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/reggae-lover/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

This episode examines the dichotomy that is the incarcerated, gold-selling, chart-topping, and ever polarizing Vybz Kartel. His murder conviction was recently upheld by the Jamaican appeals court. Also, he won the Best Male Dancehall Artist category at the International Reggae and World Music Awards in Jamaica for the last two years in a row.  Buzzworthy:3:10 - Tory Lanez IG Live shut down.5:04 - Reggae community responses to COVID19. The Tastemaker:11:41 - Coronavirus and quarantine themed reggae/dancehall songs from Sizzla, Luciano, Ding Dong, Kabaka Pyramid, Christopher Martin, Ce'Cile, Christafari, Ed Robinson, DYCR, Silver Kat, Zagga, Mr. Vegas and more. Soundclash Update:22:10 - Walshy Fire's second Quarantine Clash featuring Bobby Konders (Massive B) versus Jazzy T (Renaissance).26:40 - Major Hype (Massive B) versus Nore (Afrique). Main Segment:32:45 - What matters more to Kartel fans, his songs or whether he committed the murder?44:10 - Would more people attend a Vybz Kartel concert than Buju

This episode explores the current trend of celebrity producers and song-writers going live and competing in pseudo-soundclash fashion. Selectors are juggling live and clashing on social media channels like never before. The music industry must continue to thrive using the technology that's available whether through live content, on-demand, or both. The lock-down situation will no doubt push the limits of what's possible.  Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/reggae-lover/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

A HILARIOUS CONVERSATION ABOUT THE WINNERS FROM THE 38TH ANNUAL IRAWMA AND THE ACCURACY OF OUR PREDICTIONS. WE ALSO HAVE LOTS OF UPDATES FROM THE REGGAE WORLD IN THIS 2ND QUARANTINE EPISODE.INTRO:0:43 – AGARD Quarantine mixes https://soundcloud.com/djagardmusic/sets/agard-quarantine-mixes. BUZZWORTHY SEGMENT:3:13 – “Toast” in Life Water commercial. Koffee featured in Newsweek Magazine.5:26 – DJs spinning live on social media: D-Nice, DJ Mars, Stereo 5, Unity Sound, Tony Matterhorn, Stone Love, DJ Jazzy Jeff, etc.11:04 – Alicia Keys “Underdog” remix ft. Chronixx and Protoje with production by Izzy Beats and Swiss Beats. THE TASTEMAKER SEGMENT:15:09 – Champion Squad Remix Catalog https://soundcloud.com/championsquad/catalog.16:00 – Blakkamoore and Snoop Dogg – Get Down Tonight https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GSPZg5aN4Cw&feature=youtu.be.19:48 – Buju Banton performing on BBC 1Xtra https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gdBEuNoiTXM&t=2s.22:13 – Lila Ike “Where I’m Coming From” live on 1Xtra https://www.youtube.c

In light of the current quarantine, we took time out to share personal updates and recommendations. We read selected fan mail and reviews plus spread love and offer encouragement. Find out who are the top 10 countries and cities around the world that listen to Reggae Lover.Recommend content to check out while you're stuck at home:Buju Banton interviewed by Winford Williams (On Stage).Buju Banton interviewed by Seani B (BBC 1Xtra).Jah 9 new album, Note To Self, and music video feat. Chronixx.Keznamdi album, Bloodline.Tribute To The I Threes by Shuga ft. Judy Mowatt and Marcia Griffiths.Film "Yardie" directed by Idris Elba."Sprinter" directed by Storm Saulter, exec. produced by Will Smith and Jada Pinkett Smith."Rudeboy," Trojan Records documentary.Reggae Lover Podcast fan page on Facebook.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/reggae-lover/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Part 2 of our interview with Kwasi Bonsu, co-founder of the Jamaica Music Conference (JMC), the preeminent annual conference for industry education, networking and collaboration in Jamaica.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/reggae-lover/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In this episode's main Segment catch an interview with Jamaica Music Conference founder and CEO, Kwasi Bonsu. The 7th annual conference featured panel discussions, workshops, artist showcases, special events, exhibits and more. Kwasi recaps this year's JMC and highlights his favorite moments.Buzzworthy:Results from the JARIA honors. Mortimer dominates, beating Koffee and Lila Ike. Tastemaker:Steppa Riddim released by Gargamel."Down and Out" by Ras Fraser JrRunkus - $$$ (Money) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tGqeaPdGMhsSoundclash Update:Sean Pipa & Boomerang promotions out of the clash game.Reggae Lover Merch.Reggae Lover on Instagram.Reggae Lover on Facebook.Public Podcast Page. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/reggae-lover/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

A talented group of Reggae producers has been spreading the culture worldwide without necessarily getting their due fanfare. Many listeners may not know who is responsible for the songs and riddims they enjoy listening to. Some Jamaican hitmakers are even infiltrating other genres and collaborating with the biggest names in music. We highlighted some producers who have shined with successful records but have remained behind the scenes.   Buzzworthy:Kool Herc appears at the Jamaica Music Conference. Plans to open a museum in Kingston. Pharell Williams of the Neptunes in the studio working on music with Buju Banton.Tastemaker: Baby Come Take It - Anthony Malvo ft. Buju BantonSoundclash Update:King AP enters 1,2,3 Badda Dan clash tournament.AGARD sounds off on King Addies vs. Stone Wall. PLAY THIS EPISODE NOW Reggae Lover Merch.Follow Reggae Lover on Instagram.Follow and ‘Like’ Reggae Lover on Facebook.Support Reggae Lover on Patreon.Public Podcast Page. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/reggae-lov

Kahlil Wonda analyzing the top 5 reality tunes from reggae's best decade. Kahlil has pieced together his personal top-ranking 90's culture selections. Buzzworthy - Buju Banton Drew a Massive Crowd In Kenya For First Post Prison Show In Africa. Banton rocks mega-concert at the Kenyatta International Convention Centre (KICC) ground. Does the First radio interview in years on NRG Radio in Kenya. [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wZ1IfQcU7Ss] Tastemaker - Keznamdi & Tory Lanez Fuse Reggae & Hip-Hop on New 'City Lock' Single [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iV9G7V5QI0w] Soundclash Update - Addies vs Stone Wall at King of Kings #3 in Antigua. King Addies is victorious. Reggae Lover Merch.Reggae Lover on Instagram.Reggae Lover on Facebook.Reggae Lover on Patreon.Public Reggae Lover Podcast Page.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/reggae-lover/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Listen to Reggae Lover episode 179, Financial Empowerment, on-demand. Kahlil Wonda and AGARD offer commentary and suggestions on gaining financial success in a competitive reggae industry.  This episode features the soundclash update, buzzworthy and tastemaker segments.  The Tastemaker: Mýa ft. Ding Dong - Handsfree Reggae Lover Merch.Follow Reggae Lover on Instagram.Follow and ‘Like’ Reggae Lover on Facebook.Support Reggae Lover on Patreon.Public Podcast Page.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/reggae-lover/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Research shows that children who listen to reggae and classical music are more likely to become open-minded. We examine these findings.Buzzworthy:Bounty Killer gives a talk on avoiding domestic violence.Koffee continues to garner media attention plus other industry trends. Tastemaker:Skip Marley ft. H.E.R - Slow Down music video. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p4jZKM5Y6-0Soundclash Update:NJ Cup Clash with Soul Supreme defeating King Shine. The fallout from the clash. Will there be a Little Shabba v Jimmy Spliff?Will we see Dynamq vs Notorious? NY Clash Sound Top 5, then and now. Atlanta Clash Sound Top 5. Soul Supreme vs Innocent (upcoming clash). Liv Sound back on the road.Supreme Sound wins Put Up or Shut Up tournament in ATL.Main Segment:New Study finds Children Who Listen To Reggae Grow to be More Open-Minded as Adults. Exposure to different genres during youth leads to a more diverse palette. Children who attend live music gigs early in life are more open to new activities and seek out live music event

All the Grammy nominees in the best reggae album category are winners. That one category is not enough to represent Caribbean music.Enter IRAWMA. The International Reggae and World Music Awards is a platform for us to honor our own. This award show hasn't gotten the attention that it deserves and this needs to change.We talked through some of the categories on the IRAWMA 2019 list and give our predictions. Visit the IRAWMA site for the chance to review and vote on each category. [https://irawma.com/vote-now/] Voting ends March 12, 2020.The Tastemaker:Elephant Man - Wap Bap prod. by Massive B • Bobby Konders. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ejND3PRom7cReggae Lover Merch.Follow Reggae Lover on Instagram.Follow and ‘Like’ Reggae Lover on Facebook.Support Reggae Lover on Patreon.Public Podcast Page.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/reggae-lover/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy