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Review | Lone Ark - Singers & Players | Reggae Vibes Lone Ark - Singers & Players | Roberto Sánchez lends his voice to nine handpicked roots reggae riddims built by his Message band.

#Review | Lone Ark’s ‘Singers & Players’ marks their first vocal album, blending classic 1970s roots influences with fresh lyrical depth. Led by Roberto Sánchez, the record reimagines riddims from the band’s earlier instrumentals, turning them into thoughtful songs about faith, truth, and awareness.

Jamaica's Reggae Chart - Top 25 Singles | October 31-November 6 | 2025 - Reggae Vibes Jamaica's Reggae Chart Top 25 is compiled by Richard “Richie B” Burgess, Jamaica based veteran Broadcaster and Entertainment Personality.

Little Robert ft Maka Lox take the #1 spot with ‘Out There’, while Protoje jumps to #2 and jaame.sss & Skatta Lopa slide to 3. Keznamdi ft Masicka move up to #4, with Tarrus Riley steady at 5. New entries this week: Skip Marley’s ‘Cry Wolf’, Romain Virgo’s ‘Finally’, and Hezron’s ‘Holding On’.

Jamaica's Dancehall Chart - Top 25 Singles | October 31-November 6 | 2025 - Reggae Vibes Jamaica's Dancehall Chart Top 25 is compiled by Richard “Richie B” Burgess, Jamaica based veteran Broadcaster and Entertainment Personality.

‘Tip’ by Ayetian ft Skillibeng locks down the #1 spot again, while Shenseea climbs to position 4 and Masicka breaks into the top 5 with ‘Autocrat’. Two songs drop out — ‘Options’ and ‘Mute’ — as newcomers ‘Real Life Facts’ by Valiant and ‘Only Gets Better (Forever)’ by Vybz Kartel join the chart.

YouTube video by Double 12" Spin Double 12" Spin #63 -Black Uhuro & Palmer Dog/Delroy Wilson-

#Double12inchSpin | In this edition, we spotlight three legendary figures from Jamaica’s rich musical heritage: Black Uhuru, Delroy Wilson, and Michael Palmer—appearing here under his nickname, Palmer Dog. Enjoy the vibes!
#Reggae #ReggaeSky #BlackUhuru #DelroyWilson #MichaelPalmer #ChannelOne

Cover Culture: Pat Kelly / Kelly Gordon - He Ain't Heavy | Cover Culture | Reggae Vibes Cover Culture: Pat Kelly / Kelly Gordon - He Ain't Heavy | Which one resonates with you the most? The original or the cover?

#CoverCulture | Pat Kelly’s 1971 version of ‘He Ain’t Heavy, He’s My Brother’ turned Kelly Gordon’s 1969 ballad into a soulful reggae gem. Produced by Bunny Lee, it carried the same spirit of empathy but with that warm, early ’70s riddim and Kelly’s smooth falsetto.

Signatures by Achis | Jah Mason | Reggae Vibes Signatures by Achis | Jah Mason | Find and listen to Achis's selection of the 14 best Jah Mason tunes. Musical pleasure guaranteed!

Signatures: Jah Mason | Achis dives deep into Jah Mason’s catalogue, selecting 14 tracks that show his range and lyrical power. From anthems like ‘My Princess Gone’ and ‘Most Royal’ to the intensity of ‘Saga Bed’, this list is a powerful salute to one of reggae’s most consistent and creative voices.

Ras Mista Fyah's album up for Grammy nod | News | Reggae Vibes Ras Mista Fyah's album 'Infinity' is up for Grammy nod which is an important part in the artist's life and music career.

Ras Mista Fyah’s ‘Infinity’ brings a new energy to roots-reggae, mixing Spanish, English and patois with heart and message. Produced by Feda Rowland and featuring legends like Bernard “Touter” Harvey, the album has earned Grammy consideration and strong rotation.

Vivian Jones has passed away - Reggae Vibes Vivian Jones has passed away. His presence will be sorely missed, but his legacy lives on in the music and memories he gave us.

#FallenReggaeSoldier | We’re deeply saddened by the passing of Vivian Jones, the UK reggae singer whose soulful voice and conscious lyrics inspired generations. From 'Good Morning' to 'Sugar Love' and 'Strong Love', his music carried messages of unity and heart. Rest in power—your legacy lives on.

Review | Chuck Foster - The Thruth/Chill Out Dub | Reggae Vibes Chuck Foster - The Thruth/Chill Out Dub | Read our review of 2 Chuck Foster albums, a vocal set and a dub set that collects 19 dub pieces!

#Review | Chuck Foster delivers pure roots on 'The Truth' and its companion 'Chill Out Dub'. With players like Tony Chin, Horseman, Rex Bailey, and Maike Irwin, the albums mix 70s-style reggae with folk and blues spirit. Honest, melodic, and full of heart: true craftsmanship from a veteran rootsman.

Reggae Vibes Spotify Playlist #141 | New Playlist | Reggae Vibes Reggae Vibes Spotify Playlist #141 - Picks Of The Week. A playlist of tunes released in the previous week and several other goodies.

Reggae Vibes Spotify Playlist #141 | Check out our new playlist! It's got a great mix of today's hits, reggae classics, dub, and lots of other good music. #Spotify #Reggae #dancehall #Dub #ReggaeClassics #mortimer #dennisbrown #shenseea #peterspence #pinchers #maxipriest #konshens #aleighciascott

Riddim Dee-Lite: Smiling Face | New Release | Reggae Vibes Riddim Dee-Lite: Smiling Face | This riddim set features performances from some of the finest vocalists hailing from the UK.

Stingray Records’ new ‘Smiling Face Riddim’ revisits the classic behind The Paragons’ ‘Only A Smile’. The 7-track EP blends UK and Jamaican voices with lovers rock warmth — Colin B, Peter Spence, Rafeelya, Raymond Wright, Claire Angel, Tenna Star, and Sandra Cross all shine here!

Review | Mighty Maytones - Madness | Reggae Vibes Mighty Maytones - Madness | Vinyl reissue of this 1976 cornerstone of roots reggae, produced by Alvin Rangin complete with an insert.

#Review | The Maytones’ debut album ‘Madness’ is back on 180-gram red vinyl. Vernon Buckley and Gladstone Grant shine with soulful harmonies over Revolutionaries rhythms. Produced by Alvin Ranglin, the reissue corrects early pressing errors and brings these classic roots reggae tracks to life.

Bob Andy's son honors his father's legacy | News | Reggae Vibes Bob Andy's son honors his father's legacy with an “edutainment” event dubbed ‘Celebrating The Life’s Work of A Lyrical Genius’.

Bob Andy’s son, Godfrey Anderson, honors his father’s legacy with ‘Celebrating The Life’s Work of A Lyrical Genius’ in Kingston on October 28. The event explores Bob Andy’s timeless catalog, from ‘Too Experienced’ to ‘Fire Burning’, showing his influence still runs deep across generations.

Review | Joe Gibbs & The Professionals - Disco Love Dub: Joe Gibbs 12" Dub Mixes 1978 to 1984 - Reggae Vibes Joe Gibbs & The Professionals - Disco Love Dub: Joe Gibbs 12" Dub Mixes 1978 to 1984 | Essential for connoisseurs of superior Dub sounds.

#Review | ‘Disco Love Dub: Joe Gibbs 12" Dub Mixes 1978–1984’ collects 34 rare mixes by the great Errol Thompson. Featuring classics like ‘Money In My Pocket’ and ‘Ain’t That Loving You’, this double CD from Doctor Bird and Cherry Red digs deep into the roots of Kingston’s golden Dub era.

Jamaica's Reggae Chart - Top 25 Singles | October 24-30 | 2025 - Reggae Vibes Jamaica's Reggae Chart Top 25 is compiled by Richard “Richie B” Burgess, Jamaica based veteran Broadcaster and Entertainment Personality.

JA Reggae Top 25 |‘Beloved and Blessed’ stays at #1, followed by Little Robert’s ‘Out There’ at position 2 and Tarrus Riley’s ‘Love Again’ at 3. Protoje’s ‘Feel It’ rises to 4, with Mr. Easy joining the Top 5. New this week: Busy Signal & Zion I Kings with ‘The Days’. Reggae vibes still strong!

Jamaica's Dancehall Chart - Top 25 Singles | October 24-30 | 2025 - Reggae Vibes Jamaica's Dancehall Chart Top 25 is compiled by Richard “Richie B” Burgess, Jamaica based veteran Broadcaster and Entertainment Personality.

JA Dancehall Top 25 |Ayetian & Skillibeng rise to #1 with 'Tip', ahead of Vybz Kartel’s 'I Know' and Elephant Man’s 'Pretty Baby'. 'Cheese In Jeans' drops to 4, 'NY Girls' stays strong at 5. New entries from Konshens ('Badman'), Masicka ('La Cabra') and Vybz Kartel ('Nawmal Again'). Dancehall Fyah!

Review | The Ska All Stars - Ska Classic Hits | Reggae Vibes The Ska All Stars - Ska Classic Hits | Seasoned UK musicians redo ska classics in fine style and Delroy Williams produced the set.

#Review | 'Ska Classic Hits' by the Ska All Stars brings timeless ska tunes to life. Produced by Delroy Williams and engineered by Mikey Campbell, the band reinterprets classics like ‘Guns of Navarone’, and ‘Phoenix City’ with energy and precision, honoring the originals while sounding fresh.

Cover Culture: Leroy Smart / Al Green - Love & Happiness | Cover Culture | Reggae Vibes Cover Culture: Leroy Smart / Al Green - Love & Happiness | Which one resonates with you the most? The original or the cover?

#CoverCulture | Leroy Smart’s 1975 version of Al Green’s ‘Love & Happiness’, produced by Big Youth, flips the soulful original into a rugged reggae gem. Smart’s powerful voice and energy turn the Memphis classic into a Kingston anthem, proving how deep the connection runs between soul and reggae.

Dean Fraser & Matic Horns feat. Mafia & Fluxy - Liberation | Release | Reggae Vibes Dean Fraser & Matic Horns feat. Mafia & Fluxy - Liberation | A sonic stand against slavery and oppression, racism and inequality.

#News Dean Fraser and Matic Horns join Mafia & Fluxy on ‘Liberation’, a new 7” from Cosme Deyah Productions and Infini-T Music. Their horns soar over the UK duo’s tight groove, shaping an instrumental that calls for freedom, unity, and resistance against oppression in every note.

Review | Techniques All Stars - Meditation Dub | Reggae Vibes Techniques All Stars - Meditation Dub | The long out of press classic LP has been reissued on black wax by France-based Hornin' Sounds.

#Review | 'Meditation Dub' returns nearly fifty years after its first release on Winston Riley’s Techniques label. Reissued by Hornin’ Sounds, it’s a deep dive into the 70s dub sound, with versions of 'Purify Your Heart', 'Love Is Not A Gamble', and 'Stalag', mixed by Riley and Soljie Hamilton.

Riddim Dee-Lite: Real Rhythm | New Release | Reggae Vibes Riddim Dee-Lite: Real Rhythm | The riddim set features performances from some of the finest vocalists hailing from Jamaica and the UK.

Stingray Records revives the 'Real Riddim', first heard in 2000 on Bushman’s 'Fill My Cup'. Produced by Carl and Ray McLeod, the riddim blends soulful roots with a smooth, meditative feel. Its gentle bassline and easy tempo make it a timeless favorite in the Stingray Revival Series. #StingrayRecords

Reggae Vibes Spotify Playlist #140 | New Playlist | Reggae Vibes Reggae Vibes Spotify Playlist #140 - Picks Of The Week. A playlist of tunes released in the previous week and several other goodies.

Reggae Vibes Spotify Playlist #140 | Explore our new playlist, a mesmerizing blend of modern hits, timeless reggae anthems, dub rhythms, and other musical treasures. #Spotify #Reggae #dancehall #Dub #bujubanton #chronixx #tonychin #frankiepaul #demarco #bereshammond #peterspence #evertonblender

Reggae Vibes Album Top 20 | October 19 | 2025 Reggae Vibes Top 20 / October 19, 2025 | Albert Malawi finally pushes Yeza from the top position, as Mr Vegas now enters the Top 5.

Albert Malawi climbs to #1 with 'Children Of The Emperor', followed by Rik Jam at position 2 and Lila Iké at number 3. Chronixx, Green Lion & Roots Radics, Naomi Cowan and Wayne Smith all debut strong. Max Romeo and Bulby York climb higher, while Marlon Asher’s 'Safe' drops out.

Reggae Interviews talks with Richard "Bobo" Bell of Star Trail Records | Interview | Reggae Vibes Reggae Interviews talks with Richard "Bobo" Bell | Richard shares the story of how his label became so influential in Jamaica!

#Interview DJ 745 speaks with Richard “Bobo” Bell of Star Trail Records about the label’s impact on 90s reggae. Bobo recalls creating 'Hello Africa' with Garnet Silk and working with Everton Blender and Anthony B — stories that reveal the heart of roots and dancehall culture.

Radcliffe “Dougie” Bryan passed away at 78 | News | Reggae Vibes Radcliffe “Dougie” Bryan passed away at 78 in the morning of Thursday, October 16, 2025, following a period of illness.

#FallenReggaeSoldier Radcliffe “Dougie” Bryan, the gifted guitarist behind timeless works with Toots & The Maytals, Black Uhuru, Bunny Wailer, Jimmy Cliff, and Sizzla, has passed away at 78. His sound helped define reggae’s soul and global reach. A quiet giant whose legacy endures. R.I.E.P.

Jamaica's Reggae Chart - Top 25 Singles | October 17-23 | 2025 - Reggae Vibes Jamaica's Reggae Chart Top 25 is compiled by Richard “Richie B” Burgess, Jamaica based veteran Broadcaster and Entertainment Personality.

'Beloved and Blessed' by jaame.sss ft Skatta Lopa climbs to #1, pushing Tarrus Riley’s 'Love Again' to position 2. 'Out There' by Little Robert moves up to 3, while Lila Ikè & Protoje and Glen Washington hold steady in the Top 5. New entry: Chronixx with 'Exile' at #22.

Jamaica's Dancehall Chart - Top 25 Singles | October 17-23 | 2025 - Reggae Vibes Jamaica's Dancehall Chart Top 25 is compiled by Richard “Richie B” Burgess, Jamaica based veteran Broadcaster and Entertainment Personality.

'Cheese In Jeans' by Bandit 7teen & Chuck Starr takes the #1 spot, sending Chronic Law’s 'NY Girls' to 5. Ayetian’s 'Tip' ft Skillibeng climbs to position 2, with Vybz Kartel and Elephant Man rounding out the Top 5. New in the chart: 'Wah Yo Deh Pan' and 'Can't Cancel Me'.

Review | Green Lion & Roots Radics - Dancehall Of Horrors | Reggae Vibes Green Lion & Roots Radics - Dancehall Of Horrors | This album offers a thrilling ride through the haunted corridors of dub history.

#Review | Green Lion & Roots Radics resurrect the horror-dub spirit with this set. Channeling Scientist’s iconic legacy, this release blends vintage Rub-a-Dub with modern sounds, ghostly vocals, and cinematic effects, offering a thrilling journey for dub lovers and Rub-a-Dub fans alike.

Review | Chronixx - Exile | Reggae Vibes Chronixx - Exile | Ultimately, the artist's 17-track sophomore album stands as a testament to his evolving artistry.

#Review | Chronixx returns with his set ‘Exile’, blending roots reggae, soul, lovers rock, and neo-soul. Produced by Inflo, the 17-track collection explores resilience, love, and spiritual reflection, with tracks like ‘Market’, and ‘Keep On Rising’ offering a personal and ambitious musical journey.

Skarra Mucci x Manudigital - Ragga Blasta | Release | Reggae Vibes Skarra Mucci x Manudigital - Ragga Blasta | The EP taps into a spectrum of musical influences, blending genres with finesse and fire.

Skarra Mucci joins forces with Manudigital for the 6-track EP ‘Ragga Blasta’. Blending reggae, ragga, hip-hop, rub-a-dub, and ska, the release features tracks like ‘Angel’, ‘Freedom Fighter’, ‘Inna Mi Brain’, and the dub-driven finale ‘Natty’, showcasing expressive vocals and innovative production.