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JAH Grasshopper represents TrueSounds on Reggae Hour

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JAH Grasshopper Live Interview on Without a doubt, representing Norwich and keeping the vibes going across the pond, we were blessed to interview Dom AKA JAH Grasshopper of TRUESOUNDS on #ReggaeHour #Podcast Hear their new releases here: https://truesounds.bandcamp.com/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCl3o... Truesounds Cat#17 release - Crossroads Is a 2 track ep of our song - Crossraods featuring Prince Alla, on our Truesounds - 2 Ton Riddim, produced by Jah Grasshopper (Domonic Birley), This release includes both the song with Prince Alla, as well as the Truesounds - 2 Ton Riddim. Track List : (1) Truesounds, Prince Alla - Crossroads (2 Ton Riddim) (2) Truesounds - 2 Ton Riddim Truesounds is a conscious Norwich (UK) based record label founded by Dominic Birley, Paying homage to the sound system culture originated in Jamaica during the 1950s and tracing it's diaspora throughout the world. We are a united collective of artists, producers, engineers and DJ'S f...

Reggae Festivals Fall 2023

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Reggae Festivals Fall 2023: A Celebration of Music, Culture, and Unity As summer comes to a close , music enthusiasts eagerly await the arrival of the fall season, which brings with it a series of vibrant and soulful Reggae Festivals. The year 2023 promises to be one of the most exciting and memorable for reggae lovers, as a lineup of incredible artists and a plethora of diverse events take center stage. From the Caribbean to Europe, these festivals are set to deliver an unforgettable experience, filled with pulsating rhythms, positive vibes, and an unbreakable sense of unity. Listen to "Jamaica's Power House Redeemm Reclaims His Sound" on Spreaker. One of the most iconic and highly anticipated events on the reggae calendar , the Jamaica Reggae Festival, will kick off the fall season with a bang. Held on the beautiful island of Jamaica, this festival pays homage to the roots of reggae music, attracting both local and international artists. From the legendary Bob Marley to...

Anthony B First Single "Save Humanity" Ft Freddie "Captain" McGregor AKA Big Ship Freddie

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 Save Humanity By Anthony B and Big Ship Freddie Anthony B has put a date on that new release and as promised Southside Bosses is here to bring it to you. New release Reggae announced May 7th " Save Humanity"   Ft. Big Ship Freddie .

[Live Interview] Reggae artist Ryan Dangerous and his appreciation for women.

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Ryan Dangerous Live on B.O.S.S. Radio "Women are beautiful people ya know, they're nurturers, and everybody here has a mom..." Baby Run Come by Ryan Dangerous focuses on the internal beauty of the collective woman in an age where objectification is the foundation of a lot of relationships. Daring to battle that dating stigma, Dangerous set out to change the narrative and viewpoint of women in our society. "... this is a female anthem saying that I see you I acknowledge you and I know you stick by us and I appreciate you and it's nothing but love." Ryan seeks to mend this battle of the sexes by applauding all the strong women is his life. Ryan Dangerous making this his debut track says a lot about the future of this artist. Going against the grain on a debut could arguably be a career ender before it even begins. But, the Reggae scene has welcomed Baby Run Come with open arms as it has Social Media ablaze with snippets of the hook floating around all social...

[Live Interview] Jah Kooks Live on B.O.S.S. Radio

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Jah Kooks Live Jah Kooks is a Jamaican musician and performer. He was born on December 21, 1987 as Kenrick Graham and we here at B.O.S.S. Radio were blessed to have him join us by telephone to talk about his music, career, and life. He also tells us the story on how his name was created (very dual personality.) We discussed growing up in Portland Cottage Clarendon, Being inspired first by his school teachers to never give up, to performing in front of a plethora of fans. He broke down the meaning behind is chart topping record "Still A Hold It" and told us about more music in the making. The recording single “Still a hold it” was recorded and released in 2018, Produced by House Of Payne Empire Inc. Recently the song was revamped and has been playing on many radio stations Worldwide giving him a household name in the music industry. So, tune in turn up and zone out as we bring to you Mr. Jah Kooks... https://www.facebook.com/kenrich.graham http://www.houseofpayneempire.com/ ht...

Black Fests 2021

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2021 Black Festivals    After 2020 we need a whole year worth of breaks, and I think I have the perfect idea. Let's go festival hopping. and 2021 is jam packed full of Jam Rock Concerts and festivals that starts up when the earth wakes up in Spring, just like the ancestors used to do. Good music has helped the whole lot of us deal with the quarantine and isolation forced on us by a deadly unseen enemy. Some of us have lost loved ones and had your lives utterly crippled by the events of this past period of despair. So, it would only be a good idea to celebrate life with live music, good friends, and maybe some good weed. Below We have mapped out a guide to this next years festivals so you can plan accordingly. Reggae Rise Up- Florida-03/18/2021-03/21/2021 The first weekend of the Spring equinox couldn't be greeted no fairer than with our most heavily culture influenced music of Reggae. Reggae Rise up is one of Central Florida's hottest festivals. With name brand reggae artis...

Hear what Shabba Ranks had to say about a Reggae Legend

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Shabba Ranks commentary on legendary reggae artist.   Shabba Ranks is a legend in the reggae industry. His music has been heard by generations of people around the world. Working with such acts as ASAP Ferg, Maxi Priest, Johnny Gill, and KRS-1, he has definitely made a name for himself throughout the music industry and reggae empire. That's why it was a very emotional event when he brought up a legendary reggae artist name at the Reeewind 10th the year anniversary... He had the honorary pleasure of crowning legendary reggae artist U-Roy "Godfather of Reggae," a very emotional display to say the least as everybody in the crowd shed a tear and screamed out in excitement. Check out what both legends had to say about each other and about the state of reggae here .

Pow Lenn Reggae Artist

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B.O.S.S. Radio Presents Pow Lenn Live Southside Bosses was honored to host Pow Lenn, Reggae Artist from the Islands. He Chops it up with Mr. E about his Inspiration for his son Wata Gwaan (Whats Going On?) He talks of his friend going thru trying times, his background with Reggae, his on going negotiations with Hostel Records and the UN Cultural Heritage list, "It's good, but people who really listen to reggae don't really dwell on that. They still have to feed their face." Bringing it back full circle to the core of Reggae: The struggle and how to love life.  So tune in now and here Wata Gwaan , What's going on?

Mr. Flava Stars on the Strip Showcase

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Stars of the Strip   Music Showcase   Mr. Flava is set to turn up on the stage. Along with a myriad of other guests, Mr. Flava has been invited to bring some of the best reggae music the island of Jamaica has been proud to conceive. He has been on the scene for a hot minute so this doesn't come as a surprise to Jamaican Reggae fans, and has been honestly yearned for on the underground circuit.  Mr. Flava was recently a guest on B.O.S.S. Radio and the listeners responded by making his the number one episode on Reggae Hour. Make sure you are there to See this great performance.

[Reggae] UNESCO: "...the music continues to act as a voice for all."

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Reggae Music Makes it to the   Global Culture Heritage List  Bob Marley would be so proud of the child he helped raise, Reggae. UNESCO, on November 29th 2018, included Reggae Music of Jamaica on the Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. Olivia Grange,  Jamaica's Minister of Culture, Gender and Entertainment applied earlier this year and she has been victorious.  What Exactly does this mean? Well, that's above our expertise so we will let the Website Reggaeville explain but one thing I do know is that with the new inclusion, Reggae music will be protected by the UN on the grounds of "Its contribution to international discourse on issues of injustice, resistance, love and humanity underscores the dynamics of the element as being at once cerebral, socio-political, sensual and spiritual. The basic social functions of the music – as a vehicle for social commentary, a cathartic practice, and a means of praising God – have no...

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