What does your teenage emo pop punk playlist have in common with reggae music? Absolutely nothing … until now! The extremely talented vocalist and lead guitarist of Iya Terra, Nathan Aurora, has created a project and successfully bridged the gap, composing a compilation of some of your favorite songs from a distant past performed by a new community of artists that put their own reggae twist to each of them.

Experience the magic of Mike Love by listening to “Together” on Sugarshack Sessions. There are certain musicians that are so out of this world talented that it’s hard to even describe their energy and music!

Lot 49 and Sierra Lane take listeners on a journey for love in “Malibu”. Lot 49 does an amazing job fusing reggae and pop together and I’m really feeling this jam. 

Khalia reflects on patiently waiting for love in the beautiful new song, “Waiting On You”. This is my first time listening to the soulful singer-songwriter, and wow her voice is absolutely amazing!

Placing a reggae pin on the map for Arlington, Texas, idoljob reminds us we are all just leaves of the same branch with their latest release “We Are One”. The tune is a much needed and robust message delivered by an adept collection of musicians, brought together by a passion for doing just that.

“Step Out” by Skeete showcases the artist’s big time sound. The British-Caribbean artist beautifully mixes reggae, dancehall and R&B and this track deserves international dance floor spins!

The Loving Paupers are releasing beautiful new music blending reggae, dub and rock. The Washington, D.C.-based collective have dropped two singles supporting their upcoming album, which Easy Star Records is releasing.

“Africa Unite” is another reminder of the genius of Bob Marley. The album pairs Bob Marley & The Wailers classics with extremely talented African artists of today’s scene and the new takes on these classics are so fun to listen to and vibe with.

A lover’s rock anthem, ‘Last Night’ by Iration feat. Maxi Priest is the smoothest way to start your Sunday. In a post Micah Pueschel says "Last Night is an ode to the classic lover’s rock R&B songs that we grew up listening to. We have always been fans of Maxi Priest and consider him one of the best vocalists of all time. So when we wrote “Last Night” it was always intended for a collaboration with him. When he agreed to do it, we were ecstatic.” Stream now and watch the official lyric video for “Last Night by Iration feat. Maxi Priest!

Stick Figure puts a rad reggae twist on Green Day classic “Boulevard of Broken Dreams”. The single released by Ineffable Records is another gem of the “Pop Punk Goes Reggae Vol. 1” album produced by Iya Terra’s Nathan Aurora.

“Irie” by LawGiver the Kingson ft. Matthew Bento is the perfect song to get the party started. This recently dropped track is so lively and fun. I love it’s island feel!

Album Review: Bumpin Uglies strips it all off with “Underdog: The Acoustic Sessions”, a carefully curated collection of BU past favorites plucked from albums across its discography, supplemented by a handful of new recordings to get lost in for the first time.

Reggae superstar Collie Buddz’s new album “Take It Easy” is almost here! The singer-songwriter recently released his latest single, “You Around” and the vibes are so nice! Collie is without a doubt one of the most talented performers in the world across genres and he continues releasing feel good tracks with so much heart.

Grab tickets to The Original Wailers tour ft. Cas Haley and Top Shelf. This is going to be such a fun run of international shows!

Askala Selassie’s “Survivor” shares a positive message to keep our head up even in tough times. The talented UK-based artist recently released a cool music video supporting the track, and I absolutely love her voice, the song’s message of strength, and the gorgeous video filmed in London.

Keep good vibes going year round with The Green’s new EP, “Summertime”. The Green have been one of my favorite reggae bands for many years, and I love this three track EP, released by Ineffable Records, showcasing the Hawaii reggae rocker’s talent.

Nashville’s Plainview Vibes’ “Running Out Of Time” is a gem of a song. I love the single’s message about loving each day to the fullest, and the band is clearly made of super talented musicians.

Time to get excited for the release of reggae legend Lee “Scratch” Perry’s final album, “Destiny”. The album is due out on September 8 and was produced by the super talented Bob Riddim. Delicious Vinyl Island is set to release the album and the title track sounds so irie!

Take an otherworldly journey by watching Stick Figure’s “Old Sunrise” music video. The band dropped this beautiful digital animation video this week, and teamed with STARGIRL to bring it to life!

Daily Reggae connected with F.Y.A.H.’s bassist, Delroy ‘Pele’ Hamilton, to learn about the band’s recent collaboration with Steel Pulse, unique writing process, and live shows around the corner. Read the full profile now!