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Kabaka Pyramid - Rebel Music, The Lyrics Tape (Bebble Rock Music/Ghetto Youths International)

Sep 14, 2026

Kabaka Pyramid - Rebel Music, The Lyrics Tape (Bebble Rock Music/Ghetto Youths International)

Anyone who has followed Kabaka Pyramid's career closely will undoubtedly remember 'Rebel Music', Pyramid's first major musical statement back in 2011. To mark the EP's fifteenth anniversary, and as a shoutout to his loyal fans, we now get 'Rebel Music, The Lyrics Tape'.

Hip-hop New Roots Reggae

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Hempress Sativa: "It was very important for me to talk about things like this, and create this album, speaking from the perspective of a woman!"

Interviews

Sep 13, 2026

Hempress Sativa: "It was very important for me to talk about things like this, and create this album, speaking from the perspective of a woman!"

At the recent edition of the Afro C Festival in Bredene, Hempress Sativa delivered one of the musical highlights of the day. We also took the opportunity to have a quick chat with her about her latest album, 'Woman'!

Queen Ifrica - Breath Of Life (Nuh Rush Records)

In recent years, Queen Ifrica has mainly made the headlines because of the lawsuit she filed against her father, Derrick Morgan, over alleged inappropriate behaviour. According to Ifrica herself, however, this collaboration with Nuh Rush Records producer Junior Brown aka IamNuhRush – who is also her current manager – helped her rediscover her love of music.

Lovers Rock Nyahbinghi Hip-hop +2

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Aimann Raad - Freedom (Ya Foy Production)

Reviews

Sep 06, 2026

Aimann Raad - Freedom (Ya Foy Production)

In all honesty, Ivorian-Lebanese artist Aimann Raad was a new name to us, although he has long been a familiar figure on the Ivorian reggae scene. With 'Freedom', he finally delivers his debut full-length.

New Roots Reggae Nyahbinghi

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Keishera - She Is Life EP (Yutman Records)

Reviews

Sep 04, 2026

Keishera - She Is Life EP (Yutman Records)

This six-track 'She Is Life' EP is the culmination of the collaboration between Jon Moon and Keishera James, a Jamaican who grew up in Brooklyn, New York, which goes back to 'Beautiful Girl', her contribution on the Rasta riddim in 2020.

Reggae.be: new design, familiar vibes!

You may have already noticed: as of today, Reggae.be looks significantly different. Exactly ten years after the launch of the previous version, we've finally given the site the much-needed makeover it was due!

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Arky Starch - Warrior Without Border EP (Self-published)

Reviews

Aug 14, 2026

Arky Starch - Warrior Without Border EP (Self-published)

For 'Warrior Without Border', his new nine-track EP, Arky Starch says he really let himself experiment with sounds, effects and styles.

Pressure Busspipe & Zion I Kings - All For A Time EP (Zion High Productions)

To mark his 45th birthday in style, Pressure Busspipe headed back into the studio, resulting in 'All For A Time', a five-track showcase EP for which Pressure teamed up with Zion I Kings.

Sound system culture is alive and kicking, and that should make us all glad!

In his widely read opinion piece, Dries Talloen displays all the hallmarks of an ageing reggae fan. Things used to be better. Bring back roots and culture. Dub is ours. These are the same old refrains we've heard time and again.

Dub Roots Rocksteady +11

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McAnuff Family & The Ligerians - Africa My Destiny (SoulNurse Records)

Reviews

Aug 09, 2026

McAnuff Family & The Ligerians - Africa My Destiny (SoulNurse Records)

For 'Africa My Destiny', The Ligerians have managed to bring together all the musical members of the McAnuff family for a joint project.

Aza Lineage - Rebel Daawta (VP Records)

Aza Lineage (Dana Bernard) can certainly be considered one of the most promising new talents on Jamaica's musical firmament, but until now, fans had been waiting for a full-length album. There has been no shortage of singles, and in 2023 she already released 'Kingston To Cali', a six-track EP produced by Natty Megs of California's More Life Productions, but for 'Rebel Daawta' she now joined forces with none other than King Jammy!

Reggae New Roots Lovers Rock +2

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R.I.P. Errol 'Barkwood' Brown (1951–2026), co-founder and lead vocalist of Black Roots

Roots & Culture

Jul 30, 2026

R.I.P. Errol 'Barkwood' Brown (1951–2026), co-founder and lead vocalist of Black Roots

The ranks of British roots reggae band Black Roots are becoming increasingly depleted. After the Bristol-based band previously had to say goodbye to bassist Derrick King and vocalist Delroy O'Gilvie, we have now received the sad news that co-founder and lead vocalist Errol 'Barkwood' Brown has also passed away.

Dub Roots Reggae +2

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Magazine

Kabaka Pyramid - Rebel Music, The Lyrics Tape (Bebble Rock Music/Ghetto Youths International)

Hempress Sativa: "It was very important for me to talk about things like this, and create this album, speaking from the perspective of a woman!"

Queen Ifrica - Breath Of Life (Nuh Rush Records)

Aimann Raad - Freedom (Ya Foy Production)

Keishera - She Is Life EP (Yutman Records)

Reggae.be: new design, familiar vibes!

Arky Starch - Warrior Without Border EP (Self-published)

Pressure Busspipe & Zion I Kings - All For A Time EP (Zion High Productions)

Sound system culture is alive and kicking, and that should make us all glad!

McAnuff Family & The Ligerians - Africa My Destiny (SoulNurse Records)

Aza Lineage - Rebel Daawta (VP Records)

R.I.P. Errol 'Barkwood' Brown (1951–2026), co-founder and lead vocalist of Black Roots

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