Reviews

Dale and the ZDubs breathe new life into ska with “Off the Rip”
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Dale and the ZDubs breathe new life into ska with “Off the Rip”

Dale and the ZDubs breathe new life into ska with “Off the Rip”. The Washington, D.C.-based reggae rockers first album since 2016’s “Tuna” completely delivers with rocking jams, vocals, and energy that will pump you up no matter the time of day! The 12 track LP is one of my favorite releases of the year, and elevates the band to new heights.

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Album Review: Shwayze brings style and good vibes in “Shway SZN”
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Album Review: Shwayze brings style and good vibes in “Shway SZN”

Shwayze is a true triple threat. What do I mean by that? He’s a talented singer, rapper, and songwriter. The combination of those three things is rare, and the singer-songwriter shines in his new album, “Shway SZN”. I love Shwayze’s ability to mix reggae, hip hop and pop into super fun songs that always bring good vibes.

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Album Review: Joe Samba showcases signature reggae rock sound while celebrating the power of growth in “Far From Forever”
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Album Review: Joe Samba showcases signature reggae rock sound while celebrating the power of growth in “Far From Forever”

Joe Samba’s growth as an artist and unique reggae rock sound are showcased in his amazing new album, “Far From Forever”. We’ve been following Joe’s career and love his positive energy and commitment to making seriously inspiring music. The album released by LAW Records has 13 fantastic songs. Joe blends reggae, rock, and pop, and he challenges his listeners to think with a positive mind, to enjoy living in the present, and to look for opportunities to grow.

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Album Review: Artikal Sound System welcome us into their South Florida world with debut full-length album
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Album Review: Artikal Sound System welcome us into their South Florida world with debut full-length album

There is something about the South Florida sun, water, and beaches that help cultivate great reggae music. The latest to bloom is the talented band Artikal Sound System, who released their highly anticipated debut full-length album "Welcome to Florida" today on label Controlled Substance Sound Labs.

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Album Review: The Elovaters reach higher heights with new record “Castles”
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Album Review: The Elovaters reach higher heights with new record “Castles”

Boston band The Elovaters have been the rising star of the American Reggae scene for the past couple of years, a status well deserved with their professional-grade musicianship, quality songwriting, and consistent touring opening for major acts such as Pepper and Ziggy Marley that led to headlining tours of their own for their ever-growing fanbase. With all this said, it's in their new album Castles that we see the band truly coming into their own and delivering an album showcasing a broad and unique sound that will surely lock in their place as major players in modern American Reggae music.

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