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Album Review: Blvk H3ro’s road to superstar status is on full display in “On A Mission”
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Album Review: Blvk H3ro’s road to superstar status is on full display in “On A Mission”

Blvk H3ro’s road to superstar status is on full display in “On A Mission”, and I love so many aspects of the album - from the storytelling, H3ro’s vocals, and the incredible production. H3ro has the energy, humble yet confident swag, and songwriting chops to continue his international growth in a major way.

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Album Review: Bobby Hustle is far beyond a “Proof of Concept”
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Album Review: Bobby Hustle is far beyond a “Proof of Concept”

Bobby Hustle is far beyond a proof of concept. Although I appreciate the talented MC’s humility, I’d describe Hustle as a force to be reckoned with in the best way possible. He is releasing some of the best reggae meets hip hop music on the planet and deserves an even bigger audience, and the artist’s new album, “Proof Of Concept” is a beautiful collection of new music spotlighting his songwriting, energy and passion.

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Album Review: Micah Shemaiah’s uplifting spirit is in full display in “Jamaica Jamaica”
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Album Review: Micah Shemaiah’s uplifting spirit is in full display in “Jamaica Jamaica”

Micah Shemaiah’s uplifting spirit is in full display in “Jamaica Jamaica”. The album opens with the powerful title track, which calls out the need for Jamaica to come together to better address societal issues. You can hear the urgency in Shemaiah’s voice over the riddim and it definitely catches the listener’s ear. 

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Album Review: “Setting Out for the Sun” showcases Claire Wright’s creativity, chill vibes, and big time voice
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Album Review: “Setting Out for the Sun” showcases Claire Wright’s creativity, chill vibes, and big time voice

“Setting Out for the Sun” showcases Claire Wright’s creativity, chill vibes, and big time voice. The 10-track album, released by Ineffable Records, highlights Wright’s talent as a singer-songwriter and beautifully blends pop, rock and reggae in an all around relaxing experience.

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Album Review: Jack Johnson surfs a new soundwave with In Between Dub
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Album Review: Jack Johnson surfs a new soundwave with In Between Dub

“In Between Dub” is a collection of some of Johnson’s most endeared tracks plucked from his extensive discography, masterfully mixed and blended by a select few of dub’s best artist’s – Subatomic Sound System, Scientist, Dennis Bovell, Nightmares On Wax, Mad Professor, Yaadcore, and the late, great Lee “Scratch” Perry are all responsible for whipping up this fresh new wave of flavor for your ears to surf on this summer. 

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Album Review: Julian Marley and Antaeus’ “Colors Of Royal” inspire a fresh outlook in eight dance friendly tracks
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Album Review: Julian Marley and Antaeus’ “Colors Of Royal” inspire a fresh outlook in eight dance friendly tracks

Julian Marley and Antaeus’ album, “Colors Of Royal” inspire a fresh outlook on life in eight dance friendly tracks. I am absolutely loving this collaboration and the beautiful songs that Marley and Antaeus have brought to life that cross the reggae, electronic, dancehall and pop music genres.

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Album Review: “Butter” is the smoothest Kash’d Out album to date and it’s an all around fun time
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Album Review: “Butter” is the smoothest Kash’d Out album to date and it’s an all around fun time

“Butter” is the smoothest album to date by Kash’d Out and it’s an all around fun time. The Florida rockers have that it factor and continue making some of the best reggae rock infused with pop music on the planet. The ten track album was released by LAW Records and builds on the band’s other amazing albums like “Undercover” and “The Hookup”.

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Album Review: “Destiny” is the culmination of Alborosie’s dedication to his craft
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Album Review: “Destiny” is the culmination of Alborosie’s dedication to his craft

Italian reggae superstar Alborosie has been dropping amazing tracks for decades and the singer-songwriter’s latest album, “Destiny” is the culmination of Alborosie’s dedication to his craft. In the 14 track album, Alborosie brilliantly shines light on important societal issues over a mix of top reggae, rock and dancehall riddims.

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