#Review Peckings Records dropped the Alton Ellis showcase LP with late-70s recuts of classic Duke Reid tracks. Backed by The Revolutionaries and Soul Syndicate with Errol Brown on the board, these extended discomix versions deliver solid updated recuts. Available on vinyl and for streaming.

Review | Alton Ellis - Showcase | Reggae Vibes

Explore the story behind these late-70s Alton Ellis recuts and discover how Errol Brown reshaped Alton's classic rocksteady tracks.

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Malie Donn steps up with his 21-track debut album 'The Golden Child' on VP Records. Features include Squash, Byron Messia, and production from DJ Frass. Mr.T breaks down how the rising Jamaican artist moved from underground cuts to his biggest release yet. #malieDonn #dancehall #DJFrass

Malie Donn steps up with debut album 'The Golden Child' | News | Reggae Vibes

Malie Donn steps up with debut album 'The Golden Child'. The 21-track set features familiar favourites alongside newer material.

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Double 12" Spin #85 stacks four names: Gregory Isaacs, Dennis Brown, Michael Prophet, Lee Van Cleef. One disc is a 1980 Solomonic pressing Bunny Wailer produced himself, the other a 1981 Selena released produed by Al Campbell, likely cut at Channel One with Roots Radics behind it. #Reggae #ReggaeSky

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#Report Samory I overcame terrible sound and a cramped Rockwell Lounge to deliver a powerful L.A. debut. Stephen Cooper captured photos and video from the night before venue security stepped in. Head over to read the full recap and catch the story. #SamoryI @stephenacooper.bsky.social #Reggae

Samory I’s Successful L.A. Debut | Reggae Vibes

Discover how Samory I conquered a tough Los Angeles crowd! True talent always finds a way to shine, Video and pics by Stephen Cooper.

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#Review Masicka drops 'Forever Reign', delivering 17 tracks of modern dancehall. Yankee Nupe reviews the project, balancing its strong club bangers against the repetitive trap-influenced middle section. Read the full review on our site. #Masicka #dancehall #DancehallSky #ForeverReign

Review | Masicka - Forever Reign | Reggae Vibes

Masicka - Forever Reign | With this album, the Jamaican artist solidifies his spot when it comes to being a face of dancehall music.

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Superfly Studio links producers and artists from five countries for 'Fat Dread Riddim'. Featuring vocal tracks from Marcus I and Ras Jahshua alongside dub versions, Dreadsquad delivers a driving steppers pulse over classic roots groundwork. Hear this fresh sound system cut. #FatDreadRiddim

Review | Various – Fat Dread Riddim | Reggae Vibes

Various – Fat Dread Riddim | The five-track release includes two vocal cuts, two dub versions and the instrumental.

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#Review Gentleman drops his ninth album, Gratitude. The 17-track project blends solid roots roots foundations with fresh collaborations from Capleton, Queen Omega, and Meleku. It’s a grounded, reflective record about life and time. Give it a spin and see how the veteran's sound holds up today.

Review | Gentleman – Gratitude | Reggae Vibes

Gentleman – Gratitude | It’s an album made with feeling, perspective, and, as the title suggests, plenty of gratitude.

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Reggae Vibes Spotify Playlist 184 | Step into our latest playlist, blending today’s standout releases with the kind of roots classics that never fade. Expect hidden treasures and overlooked tunes that might be brand-new to your ears. #Spotify #Reggae #dancehall #Dub #ReggaeClassics

Reggae Vibes Spotify Playlist #184 | New Playlist | Reggae Vibes

Reggae Vibes Spotify Playlist #184 - Picks Of The Week. A playlist of tunes released in the previous week and several other goodies.

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Achis reviews 'All For A Time', the brand new digital EP showcase from Pressure Busspipe and Zion I Kings. The ten track project pairs five solid vocal songs with five deep dubs, featuring a strong guest spot from Imeru Tafari. Don't miss Roberto Sanchez's dub work. Read the full review today.

Review | Pressure Busspipe & Zion I Kings - All For A Time | Reggae Vibes

Read Achis' full review of 'All For A Time' by Pressure Busspipe and Zion I Kings to explore this fresh showcase.

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Howard Campbell breaks down how Singer Dee and Richie Spice finally connected for 'Treat Mama Good'. Years after Bobby Digital sparked the idea, this track hits the Jamaican charts. Read the story behind their natural chemistry and shared vision.

Singer Dee finally links with Richie Spice | News | Reggae Vibes

Singer Dee finally links with Richie Spice after he got the advice from the late Bobby Digital to record a song together.

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Island Records brings Bob Marley & The Wailers' 1976 Hammersmith Odeon shows to light with an 18-track release. The Barrett brothers and The I-Threes sound massive on tracks like 'War'. While the 1975 Lyceum show was raw, Hammersmith captures the band operating at the absolute peak of their power.

Bob Marley's unheard 1976 live album has finally been released | News | Reggae Vibes

Bob Marley's unheard 1976 live album has finally been released in digital format and as double CD and 180-gram double vinyl set.

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Stephen Marley hits 1 with 'Hills of St. Ann', dropping Vernal Sagé's 'Good Over Evil' to 2 while Ginjah reaches 3. Singer Dee & Richie Spice make the biggest move, climbing four spots to 18 with 'Treat Mama Good'. Masicka & Jnr Gong debut at 22, as Julian Marley and Protoje exit.

Jamaica's Reggae Chart - Top 25 Singles | Aug 23-Sep 3 | 2026 - Reggae Vibes

Jamaica's Reggae Chart Top 25 is compiled by Richard “Richie B” Burgess, Jamaica based veteran Broadcaster and Entertainment Personality.

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Valiant, Shenseea & Rvssian hit position 1 with 'My Turn', pushing Vybz Kartel's 'God & Time' to 2 while 450 reaches 3. Merkz & Feloni19 jump four spots to position 6 with 'Rich MF'. Masicka debuts at 23, Malie Donn enters at 25, while Chronic Law and Masicka's older track fall off.

Jamaica's Dancehall Chart - Top 25 Singles | Aug 28-Sep 3 | 2026 - Reggae Vibes

Jamaica's Dancehall Chart Top 25 is compiled by Richard “Richie B” Burgess, Jamaica based veteran Broadcaster and Entertainment Personality.

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Fruits Records drops 'Morning Blessing Riddim' with heavy stepper pressure from The 18th Parallel. We get vocal cuts from Lone Ark, deejay energy from JonnyGo Figure, and militant horns from Horns of Guiding Star Orchestra. Listen online today before the 7-inch vinyl arrives on September 4.

'Morning Blessing Riddim' from Fruits Records | News | Reggae Vibes

'Morning Blessing Riddim' from Fruits Records features a vocal cut, a deejay piece and a horns instrumental, with deep dub versions.

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From listening to Marley through NY apartment walls to recording at Tuff Gong, Rivas took a long path to reggae. Howard Campbell documents how his link with veteran Sangie Davis birthed 'Jah Praises' and sparked a whole personal transformation. We hear the Binghistra drums behind the livity.

Rivas and the Rasta Vibration | News | Reggae Vibes

Rivas and the Rasta Vibration | Being around Rasta elders like Sangie Davis has impacted the dreadlocked American's ‘livity’.

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Nick Sefakis brings eight new tracks on the 'Way I Feel Riddim'. The former Iya Terra member builds a deep, dub-inspired foundation with a modern West Coast feel. We get great vocal spots from Tydal Kamau and Inna Vision. It proves the classic one-riddim style isn't going away anytime soon.

Nick Sefakis sets the Vibe with the 'Way I Feel Riddim' | News | Reggae Vibes

Nick Sefakis sets the Vibe with the 'Way I Feel Riddim' by keeping it firmly grounded in roots while giving it a modern West Coast feel.

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Pat Kelly’s 1978 track 'It’s A Good Day' shines on 'Pick Up The Pieces', a riddim built on Leroy Sibbles’ 10-note bassline. Backed by The Revolutionaries and mixed at King Tubby’s, Kelly delivers Curtis Mayfield style vocals over a thumping beat. It is a soulful classic worth spinning. #PatKelly

Throwback 45s: Pat Kelly - It's A Good Day | Reggae Vibes

Throwback 45s: Pat Kelly - It's A Good Day | We put the spotlight on a 7" single that was released in 1978.

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#Review Stay Nice Music debuts its first original release, 'Landmark Riddim'. Producers Don Daka and Jah David bring a One Drop Blues sound to 18 tracks. We're listening to strong cuts from Kumar Fyah, MediSun, Ras Shiloh, and Ginjah over heavy basslines, live horns, and deep dub cuts.

Review | Various - Landmark Riddim | Reggae Vibes

Various - Landmark Riddim | Stay Nice Music's first juggling project blends roots reggae with soul and blues influences.

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Legendary songwriter Hopeton Lindo drops party anthems for deep reflection on his six-song EP 'A Miracle'. The self-produced release on Irie Pen Records blends gospel roots with personal testimony. We get an honest look at faith and gratitude from reggae royalty. #HopetonLindo #IriePenRecords

Hopeton Lindo finds strength in reflection on 'A Miracle' | News | Reggae Vibes

Hopeton Lindo finds strength in reflection on 'A Miracle', his self-produced an digitally released gospel-influenced project.

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Reggae Vibes Spotify Playlist 183 | Explore our new playlist where fresh contemporary cuts sit right alongside the roots staples that shaped the sound. You’ll catch rare gems and deep-crate discoveries that probably slipped past you until now. #Spotify #Reggae #dancehall #Dub #ReggaeClassics

Reggae Vibes Spotify Playlist #183 | New Playlist | Reggae Vibes

Reggae Vibes Spotify Playlist #183 - Picks Of The Week. A playlist of tunes released in the previous week and several other goodies.

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Corrella are back with their new roots reggae single 'Not I'. Sarah Harris reviews the track, focusing on Ngawai Campbell's lead vocals and the strong horn section. Shae Sterling directed the video, matching the song's energy. Read our full take on how the band balances weight with melody.

Corrella stand strong with ‘Not I’ | News | Reggae Vibes

Corrella stand strong with ‘Not I’, a defiant anthem of resistance, resilience and standing strong in the face of pressure.

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Freddie McGregor's 1981 album 'Lovers Rock Showcase Jamaica Style' gets a vinyl reissue from Music On Vinyl. Dennis Brown plays bass and Beres Hammond delivers backing vocals across six extended showcase tracks. European fans can grab this orange vinyl press of 750 numbered copies. #FreddieMcGregor

MOV reissues Lovers Rock Showcase Jamaica Style by Freddie McGregor | News | Reggae Vibes

Read how Freddie McGregor merged roots themes and UK showcase style on this limited 1981 vinyl reissue from Holland.

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Capleton takes position 1 with 'Heights Of Fire' while Aza Lineage slips to number 2. Buju Banton holds 3. We see fresh drops from Queen Ifrica and Barrington Levy, plus 'Rebel Island Soul' jumps up to 4. Protoje drops out of the chart completely after a solid run. #Capleton #QueenIfrica #Reggae

Reggae Vibes Album Top 20 | August 23 | 2026

Explore the reggae chart with Capleton at position 1 and new drops from Queen Ifrica. Check out the latest album rankings today.

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Vernal Sagé holds position 1 with 'Good Over Evil', Stephen Marley stays at 2 with 'Hills of St. Ann', and Ginjah climbs to 4 with 'Wata', pushing Yaksta down. Future Fambo & Sheenwrks rise to 7 with 'Give Thanks'. Newcomers Singer Dee & Richie Spice debut at 22, replacing dBURNZ & Norman Espuet.

Jamaica's Reggae Chart - Top 25 Singles | Aug 21-27 | 2026 - Reggae Vibes

Jamaica's Reggae Chart Top 25 is compiled by Richard “Richie B” Burgess, Jamaica based veteran Broadcaster and Entertainment Personality.

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Vybz Kartel stays put at position 1 with 'God & Time', while Valiant, Shenseea & Rvssian rise to position 2 with 'My Turn' and Movado dips to 3. Malie Donn climbs to position 12 with 'Van Cleef'. Newcomers Future Fambo and Jamarii & 450 enter at 23 and 24, dropping Alkaline and Ayetian.

Jamaica's Dancehall Chart - Top 25 Singles | Aug 21-27 | 2026 - Reggae Vibes

Jamaica's Dancehall Chart Top 25 is compiled by Richard “Richie B” Burgess, Jamaica based veteran Broadcaster and Entertainment Personality.

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Queen Omega stands as one of reggae music's most dynamic voices. From her legendary team-up on 'Warning' with Sizzla and Capleton to viral hits like 'No Love', her catalogue holds serious weight. We explore fifteen key tracks that define her remarkable quarter-century journey. #QueenOmega #Reggae

Signatures by Achis | Queen Omega | Reggae Vibes

Achis explores 15 essential Queen Omega tracks, featuring iconic collaborations and groundbreaking anthems across reggae history.

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Beenie Man drops his 16-track album 'Eminence', blending dancehall with hip-hop and R&B. While big features like Snoop Dogg and Rick Ross draw attention, the guest list gets heavy. We find that solo tracks like 'Immortal' give us the raw dancehall energy we actually want from the King. #beenieMan

Beenie Man unveils his new album ‘Eminence’ | News | Reggae Vibes

Beenie Man unveils his new album ‘Eminence’, taking a broad look at what dancehall can sound like when it meets reggae, hip-hop and R&B.

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We're diving into early '80s dancehall with Double 12" Spin. Yellowman shows his peak form on 'Wreck-A-Pum-Pum', while Ranking Dread brings raw sound system style on 'Gate Man'. Explore how these two deejays left huge marks on reggae music despite wild personal struggles. Enjoy! #Reggae #reggaeSky

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Earl Cunningham’s 1978 single 'Words Of The Father' shows how deep late 70s roots music can go. Dennis Brown produced the track for D.E.B. Music, backing Cunningham with a heavy riddim from the D.E.B. Players. The message speaks straight to youth facing tough choices. #Reggae #ReggaeSky

Throwback 45s: Earl Cunningham - Words Of The Father | Reggae Vibes

Throwback 45s: Earl Cunningham - Words Of The Father | We put the spotlight on a 7" single that was released in 1978.

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Stingray Records brings back the 2003 'Caution Riddim' for their digital 'Revival Series'. We get classic roots and lovers rock with steady one-drop drums, deep bass, and warm horns. Strong cuts from Luciano, Marcia Griffiths, and Michael Rose make this release shine. #StingrayRecords #Reggae

Stingray brings the 'Caution Riddim' back | News | Reggae Vibes

Stingray brings the 'Caution Riddim' back as part of their 'Revival Series'. The project features familiar voices from Jamaica and the UK.

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