Reggae icon Jimmy Cliff shines in his new album, “Refugees”. Cliff has one of the deepest reggae music catalogs and best voices across all music genres. “Refugees” is a gorgeous album that has the Rock and Roll Hall of Famer touch on so many important topics. The quality of the album is a perfect example of why I’m so proud to be a reggae music fan. Cliff is a generational talent and this is an album I’ll be listening to often!

What sets reggae apart from other musical genres is its deep sense of community embodied by both fans and artists alike. Instead of being fueled by competition, the extended reggae family wants to see one another succeed and become their best selves. Attend a reggae concert and you will find smiling faces and open arms from fellow fans. As a reggae artist one is more likely to find success by helping and collaborating with other artists than trying to outdo them. This methodology of positivity and collaboration is what brought renowned American reggae band SOJA together, and is entirely evident in their new album "Beauty In The Silence".