Dub & Reggae

Dub Echos Documentary DVD released, London launch party

The Dub Echoes documentary has finally launched on DVD! Dub Echos, directed by Bruno Natal, tells the story of how Jamaican dub music grew out of reggae b-side versions to become the first producer- and studio-oriented musical form. From there, dub music became the kernel of most modern electronically-produced music, from techno to hip hop.
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Hookahville Spring 2009 (Hookahville 31)

[ May 23, 2009 to May 25, 2009. ] Looking for some Ohio reggae music? Start with live music performances from The Wailers and more at the Spring 2009 Hookahville is a 3-day jam, world, and reggae music and camping event. Hookahville 31 will be held at Frontier Ranch Music Center, on Memorial Day weekend, May 23 through May 25. Music is Friday through [...]

Hudson River Eco & World Music Fest (formerly Upstate Reggae on the River)

[ August 22, 2009; 12:00 pm to 8:00 pm. ] The 2nd Annual Hudson River Eco & World Music Fest (formally known as Upstate Reggae on the River festival) will be held at Croton Point Park in Westchester County, NY on August 22, 2009 from noon to 8pm. The Hudson River Eco & World Music Festival lineup promises to include international reggae and world music [...]

2009 IRAWMA winners announced, everyone goes home happy?

The 2009 International Reggae and World Music Awards (IRAWMA) winners were announced on May 3 during an award ceremony at the York College Performing Arts Center. The IRAWMA awards ceremony featured live performances by nominees Etana and Queen Ifrica. The star-studded event was attended by reggae music luminaries including Beenie Man, Cocoa Tea, Alison Hinds, [...]

Shockout Radio’s exclusive interview with Buju Banton

Check the Shockout blog for Justine Ketola’s exclusive and in-depth interview with Buju Banton about his recent roots reggae release, Rasta Got Soul.

Capleton + Sizzla reggae mix on YouTube – includes Sizzla’s Thanks and Praise and Just One of Those Days.

2009 International Reggae and World Music Awards (IRAWMA)

[ May 3, 2009; ] The 28th Annual International Reggae and World Music Awards (IRAWMA) will return to New York City on Sunday May 3, 2009. The ceremony will host the top names in reggae, soca, and world music at its new venue: the York College Performing Arts Center, located at 94-45 Guy R. Brewer Blvd in Jamaica, Queens, New [...]