Ohio reggae-rock outfit The Quasi Kings have released their latest single, “Herb for Me,” a dub-forward collaboration featuring Passafire frontman Ted Bowne and Jamaican reggae vocalist Derajah. The track is now available on all major streaming platforms.
Built on a classic one-drop foundation with echo-soaked snares and deep, rolling basslines, “Herb for Me” leans into traditional dub textures while maintaining modern studio clarity. The single was mastered by New York engineer Dave Kutch, whose credits include work with Billie Eilish, Jay-Z, Beyoncé, The Weeknd, Damian Marley, and Ozzy Osbourne.
In a statement accompanying the release, Quasi Kings bassist and vocalist Benny Coleman framed the track as both a celebration of cannabis culture and a critique of pharmaceutical dependency, referencing Ohio’s well-documented opioid crisis and shifting attitudes toward legalization. The song positions herb as a natural alternative, aligning with reggae’s long-standing spiritual and cultural ties to cannabis.
The collaboration bridges multiple corners of the scene, the Quasi Kings’ East Coast touring grind, Passafire’s melodic songwriting pedigree, and Derajah’s roots-reggae vocal presence. With crossover appeal spanning dub, roots, and American reggae rock, the single is already being pitched to specialty and satellite radio outlets, including SiriusXM reggae programming and college radio.
“Herb for Me” continues The Quasi Kings’ steady climb beyond the Midwest circuit, signaling a band intent on honoring reggae’s foundation while expanding its reach.
