Weekly showcase diving into the wide world of dub music and the global evolution of reggae.

Weekly showcase diving into the wide world of dub music and the global evolution of reggae.

Weekly showcase diving into the wide world of dub music and the global evolution of reggae.

Weekly showcase diving into the wide world of dub music and the global evolution of reggae.

Sly & Robbie, consisting of Sly Dunbar (drums) and Robbie Shakespeare (bass), were the most influential rhythm section and production duo in Jamaican music history. Known as the "Riddim Twins," they defined the sound of reggae, dub, and dancehall for over four decades. They are estimated to have played on or produced over 200,000 tracks. In 1978, they founded their own label, Taxi Records, which produced hits for artists like Gregory Isaacs, Dennis Brown, and Beenie Man. Beyond reggae, they were world-class session musicians for international stars, including Grace Jones (notably on the albums Warm Leatherette and Nightclubbing), Bob Dylan (on Infidels), Joe Cocker, Mick Jagger, and The Rolling Stones. They were pioneers in transitioning reggae from traditional "roots" to the digital "80s sound," integrating electronic drums and synthesizers. They won the Grammy Award for Best Reggae Album in 1999 for Friends and received numerous nominations throughout their career.

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1 - Gregory Isaacs – Night Nurse (00:00:00)

2 - Gregory Isaacs – Cool Down The Pace (00:03:49)

3 - Dennis Brown – Here I Come (00:08:37)

4 - Dennis Brown – Revolution (00:12:44)

5 - Peter Tosh – Bush Doctor - 2002 Remaster (00:16:49)

6 - Peter Tosh – Legalize It (00:20:30)

7 - Black Uhuru, Sly & Robbie – Sinsemilla (00:24:47)

8 - Black Uhuru – Sponji Reggae (00:29:37)

9 - Culture – Iron Sharpening Iron - 2000 Digital Remaster (00:34:19)

10 - Culture – Too Long In Slavery (00:37:54)

11 - Jimmy Cliff – Reggae Night (00:41:12)

12 - iNi Kamoze – World A Music (00:46:14)

13 - Yellowman – Nobody Move Nobody Get Hurt (00:51:45)

14 - Beenie Man, Chevelle Franklyn – Dancehall Queen (00:55:16)

15 - Beenie Man – Foundation (00:58:29)

16 - Beenie Man, Sly & Robbie, The Taxi Gang – Jungle Boogie (01:02:08)

17 - Sly & Robbie, Shinehead – Boops (Here To Go) (01:05:53)

18 - Sly & Robbie – Bank Job (01:11:02)

19 - Sly & Robbie – Fire (01:14:48)

20 - Sly & Robbie – Friday (01:20:06)

21 - Ambelique – Penny Lover (01:23:44)

22 - The Rolling Stones – Undercover (Of The Night) (01:27:28)

23 - Herbie Hancock – Hardrock (01:31:52)

24 - Herbie Hancock – Making Love (01:37:53)

25 - Grace Jones – My Jamaican Guy (01:41:34)

26 - Grace Jones – Pull Up To The Bumper (01:47:18)

27 - No Doubt, Bounty Killer – Hey Baby (01:51:40)

28 - No Doubt, Lady Saw – Underneath It All (01:54:59)

29 - Serge Gainsbourg – Aux armes et caetera (01:59:34)

30 - Serge Gainsbourg – Javanaise Remake (02:02:20)

31 - Serge Gainsbourg – Dub et caetera (02:05:14)

32 - Bob Dylan – Jokerman (02:09:12)

33 - Mick Jagger – Just Another Night (02:15:13)

34 - Joe Cocker – So Good, So Right (02:20:12)

35 - Simply Red – Night Nurse (Radio Mix) (02:22:31)

36 - Sly & Robbie – Unmetered Taxi (02:26:06)

37 - Sly & Robbie – Dub Glory (02:28:30)

38 - Sly & Robbie, Romain Virgo – Star Across The Sky (02:31:30)

1 - Romain Virgo, Protoje – Finally (00:00:00)

2 - Kashief Lindo – Where Do I Fit In (00:02:53)

3 - Busy Signal, Zion I Kings – The Days (00:06:37)

4 - Skip Marley – In Our Sight (00:09:54)

5 - Aiesha – Jamaica Strong (00:13:39)

6 - Hezron – Holding On (00:16:29)

7 - Beres Hammond, Tanya Stephens – Love Story (00:21:20)

8 - Short Boss – Love Someone (00:25:42)

9 - Richie Stephens – Special Lady (00:29:19)

10 - Soul-Rebel Marley – Holy Father (00:32:33)

11 - Dona V – Truly (00:35:06)

12 - Keznamdi, Masicka – Forever Grateful (00:39:22)

13 - Protoje – Feel It (00:43:17)

14 - Sean Paul – Faith We A Keep (00:46:28)

15 - Tony Roy – On My Mind (00:49:14)

16 - Turbulence – Call Me (00:52:42)

17 - Chronixx – Exile (00:55:31)

18 - Khago, D'Angel – Personal (00:58:36)

19 - Chronixx – Family First (01:02:03)

20 - jaame.sss, Skatta Lopa – Beloved and Blessed (01:06:03)

21 - Yeza, Rorystonelove – Road Runner (01:09:30)

22 - Bugle, Agent Sasco – Upliftment (01:12:14)

23 - Shuga – Montego Bay (01:15:47)

24 - Takana Zion – On My Eyes (01:20:30)

25 - Skip Marley – Cry Wolf (01:24:35)

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JMC Charts - Jan 19 to 25, 2026

(Jamaica Music Countdown By Richard ‘Richie B’ Burgess )

Joseph Hill (1949–2006) was the charismatic lead singer, primary songwriter, and founder of the legendary Jamaican roots reggae band Culture. Founded in 1976 as a vocal harmony trio, originally named the African Disciples consisting of Joseph Hill (lead vocals), his cousin Albert "Ralph" Walker, and Roy "Kenneth" Dayes. They gained international fame working with Joe Gibbs and Errol Thompson (The Mighty Two) and later with Sonia Pottinger. Their 1977 debut album, "Two Sevens Clash," is considered a roots reggae masterpiece. It predicted an apocalypse on July 7, 1977, and became a massive hit in both Jamaica and the UK, significantly influencing the burgeoning punk rock scene. Known for his distinctive "piercing" voice and lyrics focused on Rastafarian values, social justice, and Jamaican history. Hill wrote and recorded approximately 30 albums with the group and was posthumously honored for his contributions to music by the Jamaican government and remains revered as a cornerstone of the "golden age" of reggae.

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1 - Behold (00:00:00)

2 - Love Shine Bright (00:04:23)

3 - They Never Love In This Time (00:08:10)

4 - Down In Jamaica (00:12:28)

5 - Natty Dread Naw Run (00:16:14)

6 - Natty Never Get Weary (00:19:43)

7 - The International Herb (00:23:24)

8 - Get Ready To Ride The Lion To Zion (00:26:30)

9 - I'm Alone In The Wilderness (00:29:43)

10 - Black Starliner Must Come (00:32:52)

11 - I'm Not Ashamed / I Roy Under – Tight Wraps (00:35:17)

12 - See Them A Come / Pince Weedy – Mask Mi Mask (00:43:25)

13 - Two Sevens Clash (00:50:13)

14 - Wings Of A Dove (00:53:28)

15 - I Tried (00:57:07)

16 - Legalization (01:00:13)

17 - Addis Ababa (01:04:08)

18 - Riverside (01:07:16)

19 - Time Is Getting Harder (01:11:35)

20 - Humble African (01:15:29)

21 - Why Am I A Rastaman? (01:19:02)

22 - Revolution (01:22:56)

23 - Rolling Stone (01:26:59)

24 - Jah Rastafari (01:30:49)

Third World is an influential Jamaican reggae fusion band formed in Kingston in 1973. They are one of the longest-standing reggae groups in history, known for blending reggae with soul, funk, disco, and pop. Their biggest commercial success came in 1978 with the hit "Now That We Found Love" (an O'Jays cover) from the album Journey to Addis.Other iconic songs include "96° in the Shade", "Try Jah Love" (co-written and produced by Stevie Wonder), and "Reggae Ambassador". The band has received 9 Grammy Award nominations throughout their career, most recently for the 2019 album More Work to be Done. The band was founded by Michael "Ibo" Cooper and Stephen "Cat" Coore after they left Inner Circle and they were later joined by Bunny Ruggs as lead vocalist.

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01 – Satta Amasa Gana (00:00:00)

02 – 1865 (96° In The Shade) (00:03:35)

03 – Reggae Ambassador (00:07:24)

04 – Now That We've Found Love (Single Version) (00:10:29)

05 – Try Jah Love (00:13:55)

06 – Sense Of Purpose (00:20:21)

07 – Jah Glory (00:25:21)

08 – Third World Man (00:29:54)

09 – Rhythm Of Life (00:32:47)

10 – Feel A Little Better (00:36:14)

11 – Prisoner In The Street (00:39:45)

12 – You're Not the Only One (feat. Damian Marley) (00:46:57)

13 – 96 Degrees – 2nd Generation (feat. Stephen Marley & Damian Marley) (00:50:47)

14 – Good Hearted People (feat. Capleton) (00:54:15)

15 – Spirit Lives (feat. Junior Reid & Inner Circle) (00:58:13)

16 – Always Around (feat. Dean Fraser) (01:02:26)

17 – Talk To Me (01:06:18)

Recorded Live on 06/04/2017 at Vinyl Thursdays in Kingston, Jamaica

Recorded Live on 22/02/2018 at 20 Burlington Ave in Kingston, Jamaica