Rock dream team, Callisto has formed made up of shredders from bands like Ballyhoo! and Bumpin Uglies. The band dropped its first single, “This Is Awkward” today and plans to drop a full album in April. Callisto is expanding from its reggae roots by infusing punk and grunge into a new sound that we’re excited to hear more of this year!

Iration debut their “New Style” in latest single. With booming riddims and big guitar solos, Iration embrace their early reggae rock roots and promise more to come in their next chapter.

Michael Mendez puts a heartfelt reggae spin on Robbie Williams classic, “Angels”. Mendez pays a wonderful tribute to the song, and it is fun hearing the new reggae rendition!

Kyle Smith heads into rocking Winter and Spring shows with Iya Terra, The Movement and Bumpin Uglies. It’s been so fun watching Smith’s rise over the last few years. He’s playing huge shows from Cali Vibes to Cali Roots, and his hard work and hustle playing shows around the country year round is earning him a well deserved following.

Southern California multi-instrumentalist, Justin Vidal celebrates love in the upbeat single, “When I’m With You, Girl”. Vidal’s energy and vibe is always contagious, and I always feel super happy when I’m listening to his music. Also, I’m always super impressed by Vidal’s smooth musicianship and production.

The time is here to get tickets to Tropidelic’s “Til The Wheels Fall Off” Tour with The Movement! Tropidelic’s headline tour starts this March. They’ll share some dates with The Movement and an east coast leg with Sun-Dried Vibes. These are going to be some rad gigs!

King Cruff unites reggae, hip hop and dancehall in the conscious track, “Samurai Chop”. The talented Toronto-based artist was released by Tuff Gong Collective and Universal Music Canada and I love Cruff’s passionate flow and thoughtful lyrics.

Looking for a glimpse into top Caribbean music talent? Look no further than Cali Vibes’ BoomYard. The stage will showcase amazing artists all festival long. Get excited to see Lila Iké, Blvk H3ro, Blakkamoore, Royal Blu, Demarco, and Baby Cham to name some of the acts!

Conkarah and Rosie Delmah team in a gorgeous “Easy On Me” Adele cover! This is one of Adele’s most powerful love songs yet, and it’s super fun hearing Conkarah and Delmah put a reggae spin on the track.

Get ‘em Wet deliver summer vibes early by teaming with Bumpin Uglies in “Hang Loose”. This is the first time I’m listening to the York, Pennsylvania-rockers, and I’m totally vibing to this laid back track.

Michael Franti & Spearhead’s “BIG BIG LOVE 2023 TOUR” will feature reggae rockers including SOJA and Fortunate Youth on legs of the national tour! Michael Franti always brings BIG energy, so these shows are going to be so much fun!

The power of music is strongly felt in Giant Panda Guerilla Dub Squad’s new single “Chants” featuring Clinton Fearon. The gorgeous song gives a nice taste of what’s ahead in the band’s “Love In Time” album to be released this April by Easy Star Records.

Congrats to Kabaka Pyramid for “The Kalling” taking home the 2023 GRAMMY for “Best Reggae Album”. This album is so amazing and I’m thrilled that Kabaka is receiving this well deserved recognition for his music!

Enjoy this Song of the Week: Ragamuffin by Common Kings. The latest track by the California powerhouse will surely put you in a good mood.

Inner Circle is bringing the heat in South Florida with “Reggae Month” this February. The legendary reggae band is participating and hosting events across Florida including Miami, Wynwood, and Miramar.

Get lost in thought with Edalo and Joss Jaffe’s “Bend Your Mind”. I’ve been a huge fan of Jaffe’s ever since listening to his amazing 2022 album, “Sun Mountain Sea”. Edalo and Jaffee have truly made a special track with “Bend Your Mind”.

Sending love to all those performing and attending KampFest to celebrate Katastro and honor the life of Andy. Tomorrow’s Kamp Fest features a stacked line up including performances by members of Katastro, The Dirty Heads, Rome, Iration, Artikal Sound System and more.

Collie Buddz sends an important reminder to slow down and “Take It Easy” in his latest single. Collie co-produced the song’s relaxing riddim with Jason “J-Vibe” Farmer and laid down the irie track with his band. The single, released by Ineffable Records, drops ahead of Collie’s new album due out later this year!

Stick Figure’s 2022 “Wisdom” album was one of my favorite reggae albums of the year, and it’s so exciting to see that the reggae rockers have dropped tour dates for the “Wisdom Tour” featuring Pepper and The Elovaters! These shows are going to be so chill and fun!

Skip Marely and King Cruff’s performances at the Bob Marley One Love Experience in Los Angeles were so cool! Daily Reggae had the chance to watch both sets after touring the exhibit and wow did each artist put on an amazing show!