The reggae world mourns the sudden passing of Stephen 'Cat' Coore—legendary guitarist, cellist, and a founding pillar of Third World. Born April 6, 1956, Cat Coore passed away on January 18, 2026 leaving a global community in mourning. 

For over 50 years, Cat Coore shaped Third World’s signature sound—blending roots reggae with soul, funk, jazz, and pop. His refined cello lines and expressive guitar helped elevate Jamaican music on the world stage.

 Why He Matters-

Global impact: Architect of Third World’s international sound

Musician’s musician: Tasteful arrangements, timeless tone

Longevity: Five decades of consistency, craft, and culture

 Legacy

Though he’s gone, his music endures—woven into reggae history and the hearts of listeners everywhere.

Heartfelt condolences to his family and the Third World family. 

Livicated to the legacies of "Cat" Coore, "Bunny" Rugs, and "Ibo" Cooper. 

Hope you enjoy the musical excursion of Third World featuring Stephen "Cat" Coore.  -Papa Robbie

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Roots Musik Karamu (12/27/2025 air date)

Guest Host/Vibesmaster/Ethnomusicologist: Papa Robbie

Guest Co-Host: Elijah Ellington

Engineer: Bruce Roberts (ARP Studio)

Executive Producer: Osei Chandler

HOUR I : 

1. Come Down/ Jamaica Jamaica/ Vineyard Party (Live) – Super Cat & City Heat (8:58)

2. Reggae Night (Live) -Jimmy Cliff (5:43)

3. The Harder They Come (Live) -Jimmy Cliff (6:18)

4. Prisoner (Live) -Lucky Dube (4:30)

5. Rastaman (Live)-Lucky Dube (6:43) 

6. Stir It Up (Live)- The Wailers (6:35)

7. Reggae Party (Live) -Third World (5:33)

8. Now That We Found Love (Live) Third World  (7:59)

9. Happy Kwanzaa -Fanoko Singers (3:25) 

HOUR II: 

1. Black Man Feeling To Party (Stalin Remake)- Swappi & Madman Johann (3:36)

2. Land Of The Smart Man -Chromatics (3:57)

3. Kaiso To D World -Ta’Zyah O’Connor (6:16)

4. Crisis Of Truth -Kassy (7:04)

5. Heritage Riddim/ Body Talkin’/She Tempo- Echo Chamber (5:56)

6. Heritage Riddim

7. Party Time (Live) – The Mighty Diamonds (6:22)

8. Hits Medley – King Yellowman & The Sagittarius Band (9:35)

9. I Am Blessed (Live Mix) -Mr. Vegas (4:44)

10. Jamming (Live) 1977 – Bob Marley & The Wailers (5:45)

The Roots Musik Karamu is broadcast every Saturday night 10pm-12am (EST) on South Carolina public radio. 

https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/show/roots-musik-karamu

• Aiken/Augusta: 89.1 FM (WLJK)
• Beaufort/Hilton Head: 89.9 (WJWJ)
• Conway/Myrtle Beach: 90.1 FM (WHMC)
• Rock Hill/Charlotte: 88.9 FM (WNSC)
• Sumter/Columbia: 88.1 (WRJA)
• Charleston: 89.3 WSCI HD2

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The Dubplates Live at The Charleston Pourhouse (11/30/25)

The Dubplates performing live at the Jamaica Rise Up Benefit concert. Straight from the soundboard. Raw and unfiltered. Shout out to the sound engineer, Cody Dixon.

Guitar/Vocals: Daddy Brady
Guitar/Vocals: Ryan Becknell
Bass: Vasily Punsalan
Drums: Dez Cancr (Rev)
Saxophone/Sexyphone: Chris Williams
Keys: Jimmy 5 Star (Super Reggae Man)
Vocals: Shawn Legree
Vocals: Big Hair
Vocals: Papa Robbie  

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It's my SOLAR RETURN. 

I'm in a partying mood!

 If you can keep still while listening to this, you have NO SOUL. Shout out to all of my cousins in Trinbago! 

Mixed By DJEASY, CYANIDE SOUND, ECHO CHAMBER and THREEKS.

Pass on the great vibes & energy!

-PAPA ROBBIE

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Neville O'Riley Livingston OM OJ (April 10, 1947 – March 2, 2021), known professionally as Bunny Wailer, was a Jamaican singer-songwriter and percussionist. He was an original member of reggae group The Wailers along with Bob Marley and Peter Tosh. A three-time Grammy Award winner, he is considered one of the longtime standard-bearers of reggae music.

 In August 2012, it was announced that Bunny Wailer would receive Jamaica's fifth highest honour, the Order of Jamaica.

In 2016, he played a month-long 'Blackheart Man' tour to celebrate the 40th anniversary of his 1976 album.

In October 2017, he was awarded the Order of Merit by the Jamaican government, the nation's fourth-highest honour.

Here is Bunny Wailer & The Solomonic Reggaestra (background vocals by Psalms) live and direct in California. Enjoy!

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I was inspired to put this one together after the Hurricane Melissa disaster. 

Some inspiration and good vibes, sprinkled with humor. 

The Jamaican people are strong and resilient. 

If you'd like to assist the island of Jamaica during their recovery, please donate to Water Mission & the Healthy Lifestyle Network (Hurricane Melissa Relief). 

"Every mickle make a muckle" (Every little bit makes a whole lot). 

https://watermission.org/

https://www.healthylifestylenetworkinc.org/

1. Don't Give It Up- Jah Messengers

2. When The Lights Gone Out- Ziggy Marley & The Melody Makers

3. Lift Up Your Head- Everton Blender

4. Jamaica- Brinsley Forde feat. Delly Ranx

5. Sunshine -Asake

6. Turn The World Around- Harry Belafonte

7. Jump In The Line (DJ Sonny Remix)- Harry Belafonte

8. Wild Gilbert (1988 Hurricane)- Lovindeer

9. Melissa - Mikeylous, Puddy Roots & Glen Ricks

10. Hurrican Melissa -Badda General 

11. Lioness On The Rise -Queen Ifrica 

12. Iron Lion Zion - Bob Marley

13. I Can See Clearly Now -Johnny Nash

14. Closer -Johnny Nash 

PASS IT ON ! 

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Some highlights from His Royal Badness' funky romp during his "Welcome 2 America" Tour with his band The New Power Generation (2011).  

This is what a party sounds like onstage. 

This one is for all of the folks in the "Purple Circle". 

Pass it on! 

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Peter Tosh (born Winston Hubert McIntosh, October 19, 1944– September 11, 1987) was a Jamaican reggae musician, a co-founding member of The Wailers with Bob Marley and Bunny Wailer, and a successful solo artist known for his strong advocacy for Rastafari, human rights, and marijuana legalization. After leaving The Wailers in the mid-1970s, he released politically charged albums like Legalize It and Equal Rights, establishing a legacy as a revolutionary figure in reggae music. His life was tragically cut short when he was murdered in his home in Kingston in 1987 during a robbery.

• Peter Tosh is remembered as a pioneering reggae artist and a symbol of resistance and social justice. 
• His militant tone and groundbreaking music continued to influence musicians and inspire movements for equality. 

Check out this musical excursion featuring some of my favorite Peter Tosh songs! - PAPA ROBBIE

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Sending this one out to all of my conscious people. These are a few gems that I've compiled. These songs reflect the times we're in. These songs are timely and timeless. Please pass it on. Hope you dig it!  -Papa Robbie 

1. Avalanche -Mumu Fresh

2. State Of Emergency - Mumu Fresh

3. Na$ty - KIRBY

4. Reparations- KIRBY

5. Black Enough (Live) - Somi

6. Good Whyte Folks - The Brane Trust (feat. The 109)

7. Age Of Believing - The Brane Trust (feat. Paris Blackwell)

8. Tik Tok Rhymes- Cure For Paranoia

9. Black History- Gil Scott- Heron

10. Soul Not 4 Sale - Bootsy Collins feat. Hollywood Anderson

11. Dear Mr. Man (Live)- Prince

12. Don't Throw Yourself Away - Jesse Johnson

13. America-Free -Sheila E. 

14. Martial Law- George Clinton 

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We're diving into the jungle with one of dancehall's wildest and most innovative artists: Tiger. Born Norman Washington Jackson in Kingston, Tiger first emerged in the late 70s and became a major star in the 80s, known for his unique, gruff "multi-voiced and totally deranged" style. He was one of the first dancehall artists to make waves in the U.S. hip-hop scene and even had a hit on the Cool Runnings movie soundtrack.

Jackson was born in Kingston, Jamaica on June 6, 1960. He first recorded as a singer under the name Ranking Tiger.

In January 1994, Jackson was seriously injured in a motorcycle accident. He suffered serious head injuries and his recovery was slow, and the injury affected his voice to the point where he was no longer able to record or perform to his previous capacity.

From his iconic growl to his crossover collaborations, Tiger’s raw energy left an undeniable paw print on the genre. Stay with us as we celebrate the dynamic career of the one-and-only Tiger. This is only a snapshot of his vast output. If this doesn't make you tap your feet or at least move SOMETHING, someone should check your pulse. 

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