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SONG OF THE WEEK: Mellodose teams with ANORA for a light and airy “Ocean Breeze”
Mellodose teams with ANORA for a light and airy “Ocean Breeze” The song is the opening track to Mellodose’s latest EP, also titled Ocean Breeze, and features Mellodose’s recognizable blend of reggae and hip hop. The easy-listening track is taken to the next level with guest vocals by ANORA, and the two artists blend seamlessly for a beautiful track.
Song of the Week: “Floating” Tropidelic with Iration & The Elovaters
Live in the moment and go “Floating” with Tropidelic, Iraiton and The Elovaters. The all-star collab led by Tropidelic is a chill yet powerful track, getting you brave the unknowns and take life head on. “Floating” was released by Ineffable Records.
SONG OF THE WEEK: Adriya Joy and Roots of Creation lift you up with “Reaction”
Adriya Joy and Roots of Creation lift you up with “Reaction”. Roots of Creation came together with rising artist Adriya Joy to teach us not to stress about things out of control, instead focus on the reaction. This laid back groove is sure to point you in the right direction.
Song of the Week: Sublime with Rome’s final single “Love is Dangerous”
This Song of the Week is “Love is Dangerous”, the final single from the final album by Sublime with Rome. While they announced their break up last year, the band is still releasing a self-titled album on May 10th and touring this summer, so check for dates near you for your last chance to see this group together.
Song of the Week: “Cool Down” by F.Y.A.H.
This week’s Daily Reggae Song of the Week is “Cool Down” by F.Y.A.H. The irie track released by the Jamaican band via VP Records celebrates enjoying life with your loved ones after putting in a hard day’s work. The track has such a chill vibe, jamming bass line, and pitch perfect vocals!
Song of the Week: The Elovaters go acoustic with “GIMME LOVE”
In this edition of Song of the Week, The Elovaters go acoustic with “GIMME LOVE”. The easy-listening track is perfect for a spring Sunday, and since this is the acoustic version of their popular hit of the same name, you already know all the lyrics. Stream the track on your favorite service, or watch it below!
Song of the Week: “Foolish Games (Dub Mix)” by Joey Calderaio ft. Nathan Aurora
This week’s Daily Reggae Song of the Week is “Foolish Games (Dub Mix)” by Joey Calderaio featuring Nathan Aurora! This was one our favorite songs off Calderaio’s rocking “Chasing Constellations” album, and it’s super cool to hear this dub take.
Song of the Week: “Stick with Love” by Dukes of Roots featuring Stephen Marley
This week’s SOTW comes from the recently released self-titled debut album by the Dukes of Roots; “Stick with Love" is a beautiful collaboration between the band and legend Stephen Marley.
True to their name, the track is grounded in roots music, but the band pushes towards a modern and unique sound featuring dueling vocal melodies and electric guitar.
Song of the Week: Switch Up by Protoje feat. Koffee
Song of the Week: Switch Up feat. Koffee. Protoje is back with a special release, In Search Of Zion, a Reinterpretation of His 2020 LP In Search Of Lost Time. The artist called on the production team Zion I Kings to create unique and soulful twists on his past tracks.
Song of the Week: Slightly Stoopid w/ Stick Figure & Pepper - 'Got Me On The Run'
Slightly Stoopid is back and they brought their friends Stick Figure and Pepper! The legends came together for the new song ‘Got Me On The Run’. The track immediately draws you in with a classic Stoopid horn line and riddim, and the catchy flow is made that much better by the appearances by Stick and Pepper.
SOTW: Dale and ZDubs ft Ballyhoo! “Neighbors”
Don’t wake the “Neighbors” with Dale and ZDubs ft Ballyhoo! Ska/punk is alive and well in the DMV, and two of Maryland’s best bands have come together to show how it is done. It’s a fun, high energy track with a big sing along chorus and a perfect addition to your favorite party playlist.
Song of the Week: Shaggy and Bruce Melodie “When She’s Around (Funga Macho)”
Worlds collide with our song of the Week: BRUCE MELODIE x SHAGGY - "WHEN SHE'S AROUND (FUNGA MACHO)". The reggae legend Shaggy has teamed up with one of East Africa’s biggest stars, Bruce Melodie, to create a fun and unique single. The track is a fusion of cultures blending African and Caribbean influences, melodies and rhythms.
Song of the Week: ‘Nothing Lasts Forever’ by SOJA featuring HIRIE
Song of the Week is back with a super fun, doo-wop inspired reggae song by SOJA featuring HIRIE. The easy listening track is perfect to loop on repeat, with smooth horns and Trevor Young and Jacob Hemphill trading vocals throughout. Read more to stream the track!
Song of the Week: ‘Batshit Crazy’ by Artikal Sound System and Little Stranger
Start your week going ‘Batshit Crazy’ with Artikal Sound System and Little Stranger. The fun collab via Controlled Substance Sound Labs dives deep into relationship dysfunction in this light hearted singled. Listen and save now!
Song of the Week returns with “Uma” by J Boog
Song of the Week returns with “Uma” by J Boog. The easy listening track was released by Ineffable Records this Friday, and is the perfect track to close out summer.
Daily Reggae Song of the Week: “Hope” by Kolohe Kai
This week’s song is “Hope” by Kolohe Kai. In his newest single, the Hawaiian artist pleads for peace in his signature smooth delivery. The rocking reggae instrumental was produced by Noah Cronin of Sea Major Seven Studio and provides a slight edge that drives the message home. Stream “Hope” now!
Song of the Week: “Test of Time” by Phil Watkis
Start your Sunday with the Daily Reggae Song of the Week “Test of Time” by Phil Watkis. Watkis returns with a beautiful, subdued melody that will surely be stuck on repeat. Watkis is backed by Soul Fyah Productions and the track was released by Radical Roots Records. Head over to the Song of the Week to stream now, or check out the official music video for “Test of Time” below.
Song of the Week: The Expendables ft. Ballyhoo! - 'Original One of a Kind'
This week’s song is the pop-punk infused “Original One of a Kind” by The Expendables ft Howi Spangler of Ballyhoo! The collaboration you didn’t know you needed, this song has big vibes and big energy and is the perfect song to kick off summer.The song was released by Ineffable Music.
Daily Reggae Song of the Week: Helping Hand by Irie Souljah ft Iya Terra
Steam the Daily Reggae Song of the Week “Helping Hand”. The new track by Irie Souljah was released by Ineffable Records and features fan favorite, Iya Terra. Check the weekly drops on the Song of the Week page.
SOTW: Coyote Island ft. Abitemi - 'Quarantine'
Wake up with “Quarantine” by Coyote Island featuring African star Abitemi. The beautiful, folk-inspired song was released by Ineffable Records. Stream it now at: Song of the Week.