Reggae Lover

Jamaican State of Mind podcast host Nicholas joins the Reggae Lover crew to reminisce about the most trend-setting decade.

But why do we love the 90s so much?

We talk about some of the most iconic figures from that time and bring the conversation current to explore why things are so different now.

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This podcast is a dedication to reggae lovers. In 2019 we changed from a mix show format to a talk show of the same theme.

We are tackling reggae music topics, the business, and its culture.

Highlanda Sound will continue to release live audio and mixes that you can access on SoundCloud. Also, you'll find archives of the previous "Reggae Lover" seasons with 100+ mixes.

In a podcast, you're not allowed to use music that you don't own. Any copyrighted material that you use in a podcast is copyright infringement. One reason for our format change was to avoid negative repercussions.

This season we have been able to engage with our audience to a greater degree. Thanks to everybody that's been hitting me up. I'm grateful for the comments and messages.

This episode acknowledges the creativity and success of individuals in the reggae biz. Along with that, we explain the lack of documentation of these successes. There is insufficient coverage of reggae music history.

We need more writers and content creators to cover the events that take place. We need to tell the stories of the individuals involved in making the music. That side of the business is severely lacking.

Popular artists and sound systems have had thriving, successful careers for decades. It is very hard to find clean pictures, video, and even quality audio of many of them. Doing research for this podcast and my previous radio productions has been difficult. Oftentimes you can't find biographies, write-ups, and interviews.

Mentioned in this episode:

On Stage

Nightly Fix

Rumble Talk Thursdays (Drew and Ninja Crown)

Unsung

Ce Ce Peniston

Shaggy

Sting

Idris Elba

Coxsone Dodd (Studio One)

Killamanjaro

King Jammys

Stone Love

Unity Sound (Cross Fire)

Black Assassin Sound

Channel One

Saxon

Jack Ruby

King Tubbys

Jackie Mittoo

Beenie Man

Bounty Killer

Vybz Kartel

Doctor Dread

Beth Lesser

Roger Steffens

Bob Marley

Buju Banton

Peter Tosh

Bunny Wailer

Tony Screw (Downbeat the Ruler)

David 'Ram Jam' Rodigan

50 Cent

Jay-Z

Michael Dawson

Russel Simmons

Bullwakies

RAS Records

Gregory Isaacs

Israel Vibration

Tupac

The Notorious BIG

Jam Master Jay

Vibe Magazine

Chronixx

Koffee

Aidonia

Popcaan

Early B

Sammy Dread

Listen to the discussion of these issues as we attempt to offer possible solutions. We may not have mentioned everyone who is doing their part to stem this, but you know who you are. We take our hats off to you and thank you.

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This is a discussion about the musical competition known as the Jamaican sound clash.

A soundclash is a unique event where opposing sound systems pit their skills against each other.

These exciting battles are fundamental to dancehall culture and have influenced music globally.

Mentioned in this episode:

King Jammys

Mix Pack

Ricky Trooper

KillamanJaro

Bass Odyssey

Wiz Kalifa

Zaytoven

Interceptor

Kanabis

Innocent

Black Kolaz

Rumble Talk Thursdays

Frontlines

Irish and Chin, World Clash, Rumble Series

Sound Chat Radio

King Addies

Magosh

Liv Sound

War Report

Gibbo Presents

1,2,3 Badda Dan

Beenie Man

War In the East

Dynamiq

King AP, Jinx

Cartel Sound

Capricorn Sound

Drake

Major Lazer, Walshy Fire, Diplo, Jillionaire

Mighty Crown

Wyclef

Unruly, Popcaan

Red Bull Culture Clash

Boom Clash

Welcome to Jamrock Cruise Clash at Sea

DJ Kahled

Usher

Love People Sound, DJ Chigga

Please note: This is a talk show format podcast and not a DJ mix. For mixes please listen to episodes 1 - 124 or visit https://soundcloud.com/highlanda. Thank you!

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Discussion about the power and cultural impact of reggae music on Jamaica and the world.

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In this episode we talk about what validates a reggae artist to a reggae fan.

A unique voice or some crafty lyrics can get you the spotlight for a moment.

There are different ways to measure success in the dancehall/reggae world.

Kahlil Wonda and AGARD go through the possibilities.

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"Diary of a Badman" actress Jacinth Headlam is the special guest joining the crew. Jacinth talks about her Jamaican heritage and her new book "Love After."

Jacinth is transparent about the challenges and advantages of being a Caribbean woman in entertainment. She talks about her reggae inspiration and favorite artists from then 'til now.

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As we approach the date that commemorates Bob Marley's birthday, February 6, we take some time to talk about his amazing legacy. This episode is all about Robert Nesta Marley a.k.a The Legend a.k.a the king of Reggae.

We list some artists that have been compared to Bob, or seen as the next Bob Marley at some point. Then we explore why there hasn't ever been another artist quite like him. No recording artist has been as revered and respected. We also touch on conspiracy theories circulating around his assassination attempt, and death.

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If you are in the reggae music recording industry or thinking about getting into the business, then you need to hear this.

Listen to this if you love reggae music and consume it via streaming services, digital downloads, vinyl records, CD, mixtapes, concerts, and/or dances.

In this episode of "Reggae Lover," we discuss the current landscape faced by reggae artists from Jamaica and other Caribbean countries. This includes looking at how music distribution has changed in recent years and the impact of copyright laws.

We offer tips to help up-and-coming artists steer away from the evils of the business and suggest avenues of potential revenue that are commonly overlooked. This includes discussion of global trends as it relates to reggae and dancehall.

We tackle questions like Who is making all the money? Should artists go independent or pursue recording contracts with major labels? How can reggae/dancehall artists compete in the global marketplace? Are the GRAMMY awards even relevant?

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This episode gives a high-level overview of Jamaican sound system culture. We clarify some things that we've mentioned in the last three episodes and define a number of sound system related terms. AGARD and I each share stories about how we got introduced to sound system culture and offer pointers for up-and-coming selectors.

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Many women have made a name for themselves in the male-dominated genre of Reggae music. Here we speak of some current notables and analyze some of the issues that have always existed. There is always a balance of positive and negative and we touch on that in this Reggae Lover episode. "Read more" http://highlanda.net/2019/01/13/women-in-reggae/

Of the several female artists that continue to hold their own, we talk about some highlights. We also spotlight some leaders of the new school.

There are many other female artists out right whose music is only about sex and sexuality. Their music gets to the forefront in the major media channels more often than not. Selectors and radio disc jockeys have been doing more following than innovating. Their playlists feature the same raunchy songs, with few attempts to introduce more diverse subject matter. It seems quite difficult to get played as a new performer. This only entices young upcoming women to embrace the same age-old cliche - sex sells.

Spice, who many refer to as the new Queen of Dancehall signed her record deal in 2009. Since then, her label has failed to release a full-length studio album of her songs. We dissect this issue trying to figure out how this could even happen.

With this climate how can new female artists get discovered while avoiding exploitation? How can we achieve more balance on the lineups of shows and concerts? How can radio, dancehall, and mixtape playlists become more diverse? How can reggae music, a genre that once stood as a voice for the voiceless embrace its own women? How can we become less hypocritical as an industry and as a society?

In this, the age of the #metoo movement, and "Surviving R. Kelly," it is imperative that we protect and support our women. This discussion may pose more questions than answers, but it spawns a dialogue that needs to be had.

Add the names of female artists that should have been highlighted in this piece (tag them in the comments). Do you agree or disagree with the statements we have made? Do you have an answer to the questions posed? Let us know. Thanks for listening, reading, and sharing. This is dedicated to you. #reggaelover

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