Just some highlights from the Father's Day episode of the Roots Musik Karamu.

I do not own the rights to the music featured here. For educational purposes only.
-Papa Robbie

Silver Star Soundsystem is based in the UK. Check out their Ragga Hall Of Fame Showcase featuring Buju Banton.

I do not own the rights to the music featured here. For educational purposes only.
-Papa Robbie

Silver Star Soundsystem is based in the U.K. Check out their showcase featuring the "EMPEROR", Shabba Ranks!! 

I do not own the rights to the music featured here. For educational purposes only.
-Papa Robbie

Silver Star Soundsystem is based in the U.K. Check out their showcase featuring Bounty Killer "The Warlord". 

I do not own the rights to the music featured here. For educational purposes only.
-Papa Robbie

Silver Star Soundsystem is based in the U.K. Check out their showcase featuring Terror Fabulous! 

I do not own the rights to the music featured here. For educational purposes only.
-Papa Robbie

During the golden era of dancehall music, "combination" songs were extremely popular. These are songs where two artists were featured, one singer and one "deejay" (MC)...Here are just some of my favorite "combination" songs. 

Here is the second volume of some of my faves!!

Turn up your speaker/headphones. 

1. Give It Up- Junior Tucker & Galaxy P.

2. Telephone Love - J.C. Lodge & Shabba Ranks

3. Steady Man - Krystal & Shabba Ranks

4. Come Back To Me - Anthony Malvo & Tiger

5. Come Again - J.C. Lodge & Super C.

6. Hot Gyal Today -Sean Paul & Mr. Vegas

7. Tease Me - Chaka Demus & Pliers

8. Everyone Falls In Love - Tanto Metro & Devonte

9. Go So -Tanto Metro & Devonte 

10. Ignorant - Christopher Martin & Admiral Bailey

11. Bonafide Love -Buju Banton & Wayne Wonder

12. Party Vibes - George Nooks & Bounty Killer 

I do not own the rights to the music featured here. For educational purposes only.
-Papa Robbie

During the golden era of dancehall music, "combination" songs were extremely popular. These are songs where two artists were featured, one singer and one "deejay" (MC)...Here are just some of my favorite "combination" songs. 

Turn up your speaker/headphones. You're gonna love this one. 

1. What A Session - Frankie Paul & Cutty Ranks

2. Windin' Skill -Super Beagle & Reggie Stepper

3. Come Party -Bunny Wailer & Macka Diamond

4. Waiting In Vain -Cocoa Tea & Cutty Ranks

5. Dolly My Baby- Trevor Sparks & Super Cat

6. Roughneck Lover - Sugar Minott, J.C. Lodge, and Beenie Man

7. A Love I Can Feel -Bunny Wailer & Queen Paula 

8. Bubble My Way - Maxi Priest & Agent Sasco 

9. Whole Heap A Man - Sugar Minott & Lady G. 

10. Special Gift -Marcia Griffiths & Lt. Stitchie

11. Reggae Party -Third World, Shaggy, & Bounty Killer

12. Free & Single - Beres Hammond & Josey Wales

13. Pull It Up - Beres Hammond & Buju Banton

PASS IT ON!!

I do not own the rights to the music featured here. For educational purposes only.
-Papa Robbie

This special episode is “livicated” to the legacy of Emperor Haile Selassie I of Ethiopia, who was born on July 23, 1892. He was the last Emperor of Ethiopia and a complex individual indeed. 

Haile Selassie is a central figure in Rasta "livity".

I’ll be sharing some of his profound words along with music that reflects his significant impact on the world and Rasta culture. A big shout out to Osei Chandler for the opportunity to share some of my favorite songs from my music collection, and to Bruce Roberts, the producer and engineer, for making the process so seamless. 

Guest Host/ Ethnomusicologist: Papa Robbie

Engineer/Producer: Bruce Roberts (ARP Studio)

Executive Producer: Osei Chandler

HOUR I:

1.       Rastafari Is – Peter Tosh 6:34

2.       Emperor Selassie I (Remix)  Congo Natty-2:01

3.       Dispel The Lie- Mutabaruka 3:03

4.       Selassie I -Charlie Chaplin & Roots Radics 5:24

5.       Visit Of Selassie I -Early B 3:23

6.       Guess Who’s Coming To Dinner -Black Uhuru 6:06

7.       Chant To Selassie I- Augustus Pablo 3:42

8.       So Much Heathen- Ras Shiloh 3:36

9.       Long Time Selassie A Warn You- Inner Circle 3:30

10.  King Selassie-Ini Kamoze 4:14

11.  Positive Vibration (Live) -Bob Marley & The Wailers 5:50

12.  Picture On The Wall- Naturalites 4:40

13.  I Love King Selassie -Black Uhuru 4:29

HOUR II:

1.       Yad To The East -Queen Ifrica 3:31

2.       Lioness On The Rise -Queen Ifrica 4:06

3.       Jah Is By My Side- Tony Rebel 3:46

4.       Peace Talks (Roots Radics Rockers Remix)- Bunny Wailer 4:38

5.       War- Bob Marley & The Wailers- 3:36

6.       Symphony Rastafari- Cat Coore 5:56

7.       More Come -Black Stalin 5:02

8.       Mi God Mi King- Papa Levi 3:46

9.       Freedom/DJ Roll Call- Charlie Chaplin & Roots Radics 8:45

10.  Lift Up Your Head- Everton Blender 3:59

11.  Not King James Version- Steel Pulse 4:09

12.  Strength Of My Life- Israel Vibration 6:09

The Roots Musik Karamu airs every Saturday night on South Carolina Public Radio at 10pm (EST).

Shoot me a text and let me know where you're listening from and how you like this episode. 

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I do not own the rights to the music featured here. For educational purposes only.
-Papa Robbie

Prince Rogers Nelson, known simply as Prince, was a groundbreaking American musician, singer, songwriter, and producer. Born on June 7, 1958, in Minneapolis, Minnesota, he became one of the most influential figures in music history, renowned for his eclectic style that blended rock, funk, R&B, and pop.

Prince's career took off in the late 1970s with the release of his debut album, "For You," but it was his 1984 album "Purple Rain," which included the iconic title track, that catapulted him to superstardom. His innovative approach to music and performance, characterized by his flamboyant fashion, virtuosic guitar skills, and powerful falsetto, set him apart from his contemporaries.

Throughout his career, Prince was known for his prolific songwriting and ability to play multiple instruments, often performing every part of his recordings. He released numerous critically acclaimed albums, including "1999," "Sign o' the Times," and "Diamonds and Pearls," and his influence extended beyond music into fashion, film, and culture.

Prince was also a champion of artistic freedom, famously changing his name to an unpronounceable symbol in the 1990s to protest against his record label. He was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2004, and his legacy continues to inspire artists across genres.

Prince passed away on April 21, 2016, but his music and impact endure, making him an enduring icon of creativity and innovation in the music world.

A purple potpourri to celebrate the life of the legendary PRN. 

Enjoy.

I do not own the rights to the music featured here. For educational purposes only.
-Papa Robbie

Guest Host/Ethnomusicologist/Playlist Curator/ Vibes Master: Papa Robbie

Engineer: Bruce Roberts (ARP Studio)

Executive Producer: Osei Chandler

Special Guest: Eboni Holmes of the Black Moses Freedom Festival

ROOTS MUSIK KARAMU (5-17-2025)

HOUR I :

1.       Closer -Johnny Nash 

2.       Ego Tripping -Nikki Giovanni

3.       Weapon Conflict -Sierra Leone’s Refugee All-Stars

4.       Living Like A Refugee -Sierra Leone’s Refugee All-Stars

5.       OYA -Olatunji (Convo with Eboni Holmes) *

6.       Me Dun Dun- Gullah Kinfolk

7.       Turn The World Around- Harry Belafonte

8.       On My Line- Anointed

9.       Ibrahim- Mikeylous

10.  Africa Unite -Bob Marley & The Wailers 

11.  Reggaemylitis (DUB) - Penthouse All Stars

12.  Night Nurse – Anointed 

13.  Drums (Convo with Eboni Holmes)*

14.  Love In I Frequensee -Noiz Influx 

HOUR II:

1.       Medley Of Hits- Roots Radics

2.       42 Confessions Of Ma’at- Sufia Giza 

3.       Boasy Slave- Everton Blender

4.       OYA -Olatunji (Convo with Eboni Holmes) *

5.       Electric Avenue (Tobago Mix)- Eddy Grant 

6.       Musica – The Soul Rebels 

7.       Gipsy Medley – Gipsy Kings 

8.       Keep On Movin’ -Bob Marley & The Wailers

9.       Equal Rights (DUB) -Penthouse All Stars 

10.  Strength Of My Dub -Israel Vibration (Convo With Eboni Holmes) *

11.  What Is Calypso (Live) -Kairi Kaiso feat. Marva Newton

12.  Ella’s Song – Sweet Honey In The Rock

13.  Kette Drum 

Roots Musik Karamu airs every Saturday night from 10pm-Midnight (EST) on South Carolina Public Radio. It can be accessed/streamed anywhere in the world online.

southcarolinapublicradio.org 

I do not own the rights to the music featured here. For educational purposes only.
-Papa Robbie