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LIVE! Long Beach Dub Allstars in Detroit

LIVE! Long Beach Dub Allstars in Detroit

"Detroit always rocks. Great venue and great gig!  St. Andrew's better hit confession on Sunday!" -Opie Ortiz of Long Beach ...
Our Favorite Releases in August

Our Favorite Releases in August

August brought some serious heat to the American reggae scene, with new tracks that blend those classic vibes with a ...
'LOCALS ONLY' DIARY: Jakob Nowell's Sold Out DIY

‘LOCALS ONLY’ DIARY: Jakob Nowell’s Sold Out DIY

It’s a sunny Tuesday in Southern California. The air is thick and warm, and aside from the incessant hum of ...
Katastro Drops Release Date for Final Album "Until The End of Time"

Katastro Drops Release Date for Final Album “Until The End of Time”

Alternative outfit Katastro has announced the band’s final album, Until The End Of Time, in honor of their late lead ...
Reggae on the Mountain: A Festival Rooted in Community and Culture

Reggae on the Mountain: A Festival Rooted in Community and Culture

Reggae on the Mountain, a beloved annual festival nestled in the heart of Topanga Canyon, has grown from a small ...

Big B: The Untold Story Behind Album “Wellness Check”

In an exclusive interview, hip-hop artist Big B and his long-time musical partner Johnny Baldaray share insights into their latest ...
Reggae on the River 2024: A Roots, Rock, Reggae Reunion

Reggae on the River 2024: A Roots, Rock, Reggae Reunion

If you missed Reggae on the River 2024, you missed out on one of the most magical weekends the California ...
Stick Figure's Epic Colorado Takeover

Stick Figure’s Epic Colorado Takeover

Stick Figure, one of America's premier reggae acts, has been on a remarkable ascent. Their recent three-day run in Colorado ...
BURNT on New Brass-Heavy Album "Sol Connector"

BURNT on New Brass-Heavy Album “Sol Connector”

On a tip from Miguel Happoldt, The Pier hit up lead singer Danny Franco of Southern California-based reggae/ska outfit BURNT ...

‘The Allison Hagendorf Show’ Celebrates 28 Years of the Self-Titled ‘Sublime’ Album

Today, in a poignant and symbolic episode, 'The Allison Hagendorf Show' honors the enduring legacy of Sublime, marking 28 years ...
Reggae on the River 101

Reggae on the River 101

Reggae on the River’s 35th installment is days away so the countdown is officially on! To properly prepare for the ...
RECAP: Slightly Dirty Summer Tour in Virginia Beach

RECAP: Slightly Dirty Summer Tour in Virginia Beach

Virginia Beach revealed just why Virginia is for LOVERS, by giving “The Slightly Dirty Summer Tour” all their love on ...