It’s a sunny Tuesday in Southern California. The air is thick and warm, and aside from the incessant hum of the 5 freeway, it’s quiet. I see folks commuting to work, carrying on with their daily tasks, unaware of what’s brewing underneath them. This past Saturday was the birth of something special. In an age […]
If you missed Reggae on the River 2024, you missed out on one of the most magical weekends the California reggae scene has ever seen. Held in the heart of the Emerald Triangle at the Mendocino/Humboldt County, this year’s festival was a sun-soaked celebration of roots, culture, and irie vibes. By Mia Moore The Venue […]
Stick Figure, one of America’s premier reggae acts, has been on a remarkable ascent. Their recent three-day run in Colorado was a testament to their growing influence, with two sold-out nights at Red Rocks, as well as a sold-out show at Fiddler’s Green, a venue with a capacity of eighteen thousand fans. Witnessing the band’s […]
On a tip from Miguel Happoldt, The Pier hit up lead singer Danny Franco of Southern California-based reggae/ska outfit BURNT to discuss everything from their early beginnings in San Diego to their brand new album, Sol Connector, and the inspirations behind the record (spoiler alert it’s lots of early Jamaican ska). TP: You guys have […]
Virginia Beach revealed just why Virginia is for LOVERS, by giving “The Slightly Dirty Summer Tour” all their love on a Thursday summer night at Veterans United Home Loans Amphitheater. By Rhiannon Lovett With the show at risk for a possible delay or cancelation due to inclement weather, it was to no surprise how vibrant […]
By The Reggae Plug I grew up in the 90’s as a skater who loved music. Bands like Sublime, 311, and No Doubt were in heavy rotation in my CD collection. However, at the time, I didn’t realize they belonged to a specific scene—if there even was one then. All that changed in 2012 when […]
If you are familiar with the band ECHO MOVEMENT, creators of the hits “I Think God Smokes Weed” and “Keep My Head High”, then you need to check out the new project from founder David Fowler called FATHER OF THE VIBE. By The Reggae Plug His debut EP, “A Thousand Words”, which ironically contains zero […]
New Jersey may not be known for an abundance of reggae festivals, but every so often, we are fortunate to experience some small and unique gatherings. This past weekend, the inaugural Lion Heart Music Festival graced the picturesque Paradise Lake Campground waterfront, organized by local Jersey band, Rootsettaz. By Kelly Graham As one of two […]
