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The news of Ozzy’s passing hit me like a freight train. It’s hard to put into words the impact he had on my life, even though I wouldn’t have called myself his biggest fan. Ozzy was more than just a musician; he was a force of nature, a cultural icon,…
Ballyhoo! kicked off their Summer 2025 tour in Harrisburg, PA, at XL Live, celebrating 30 years of beach rock, punk, and reggae. It’s incredible that after three decades, Ballyhoo! is still going strong. Led by brothers Howie and Donald Spangler, they released their ninth album, Shellshock, last year (check out…
Royal Blu, born Sean-Michael Francis, has gained widespread recognition for his skillful blend of reggae, hip-hop, dancehall, and R&B, creating a seamless style all his own. A native of Spanish Town, Jamaica, Blu is a multitalented singer, songwriter, and lyricist who has been hailed by Complex as "one of Jamaica's…
Atlanta’s State Farm Arena last night, July 11, 2025, was a seething cathedral of 17,608 souls, every one of them buzzing like they’d been possessed by the ghost of heavy metal’s unkillable spirit. Ghost, those Swedish alchemists led by Tobias Forge, weren’t just playing a show—they were staging a goddamn…
The “Ganja Farmer” or “Cowboy,” as Marlon Asher is affectionately known to his friends and fans, is a native Trinidadian and the first reggae sensation out of Trinidad & Tobago. He is now one of the most sought-after artists in the country and the Caribbean! Marlon chose the name “Asher,”…
Recently, in an interview with 99JAMZ in South Florida, Konshens was asked why he named his new album Pool Party. “Because it’s HOT!” he said, adding, “Not just in terms of the temperature, but the climate around the world. Everything is so negative and aggressive, dark and serious. Yo, let’s…
Touring rock and metal festivals used to be a more consistent thing in years past. Sadly, some of our favorites like Warped Tour, Mayhem Fest, and Knotfest have either ended or transitioned into single-stop events. Well, a new summer touring festival has hit the scene and promises to light up…
Hard rock and blues guitar icon Gary Hoey is back with a scorching new album, Avalanche, released on May 9. He has been out on the road celebrating these new songs, wrapping up this first run of shows at the legendary Coach House Concert Hall in San Juan Capistrano on…
Ithaca Reggae Fest was back—and not just for one day. This year, the festival expanded to a two-day celebration in its seventh year, bringing fun, dope music, great laid-back vibes, a beautiful setting, and a super chill atmosphere. Stewart Park is the perfect location for a reggae festival; nestled up…
he Ruler is BACK! Richard Martin Lloyd Walters, or as we know him, Slick Rick, has been on hiatus for more than 25 years (as far as recording new music), coming out of retirement for a surprise release on Mass Appeal Media, Inc. and Idris Elba’s label, 7Wallace. The album…
There’s something sacred about summer nights at the Greek Theatre—where warm air and golden hour filter through eucalyptus trees, and you suddenly forget Los Angeles is a city. On June 11, a mostly well-behaved sea of rich white people gathered to bask in the indie glow of Peach Pit, with…
The Meditations formed in 1974 in Jamaica when Ansel Cridland (formerly of The Linkers), Danny Clarke (formerly of Winston Jarrett’s The Righteous Flames), and Winston Wilson met and shared the same vision for their musical journey. Their spiritual, conscious roots reggae has captivated fans for over 50 years, with ten…
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