The Good, the Bad and the Queen are an English art rock supergroup that consists of members Damon Albarn of Blur and the band the Gorillaz, Paul Simonon of the Clash, Simon Tong from Verve, and previously consisted of Fela Kuti from Tony Allen prior to his passing. The band’s music is a mixture of art rock, folk, dub, and... read full bio
The Green is a reggae band that originates from Honolulu, Hawaii. One of The Green’s well-loved albums, Hawai‘i ’13, opens with a chant. The chant of “He Mele No Ku‘u Hawai‘i” prepares the album’s listener as much as the band. Hawai‘i ’13 implements elements of a variety of genres, such as roots reggae, soul, and R&B, all pointing toward... read full bio
The Hold Up is a grass roots reggae band whose fan base grew organically while the band played at local venues in San Jose. Their album sales and radio play got them noticed by the industry. This allowed them to tour with major acts. They shared the stage with people like 2 Chainz and Rae Sremmurd. Since they released their... read full bio
The Legendary Wailers is a reggae band led by Julian Junior Marvin. While Bob Marley was still alive, he invited Julian Junior Marvin to join him and The Wailers to perform. Shortly after, Julian Junior Marvin made his debut on the album “Exodus.” The album went on to be named the Album of the Century and the single “One Love”... read full bio
The Movement is an American reggae band based out of Columbia, South Carolina, and consists of members Joshua Swain, Jason “Smiles” Schmidt, Gary Jackson and Matt Goodwin. The band also mixes in genres which include rock and hip-hop. The Movement began after Swain and Miller who were childhood friends, reconnected and began performed music as a duo. Shortly after, they... read full bio
The Wailers are a reggae band that consists of members Aston “Family Man” Barrett, Aston Barrett, Jr., Junior Marvin, Donald Kinsey, Owen “Dreadie” Reid, Josh David Barrett, Javaughn Bond and Shema McGregor. They are the last remaining members of Bob Marley & the Wailers and they continue to perform the music long after the death of Bob Marley. Some of... read full bio
Artists like Neil Young, the Rolling Stones, and Jackson Browne influence The Samples band. Led by Sean Kelly, The Samples work together to represent a mix of different genres of music- from rock to folk to reggae. With 25 years of history together, Sean Kelly and The Samples are able to share their stories of love and loss, and their... read full bio
The Skints are a reggae punk band from London, UK, that has gained popularity for its unusual fusion of genres, which includes rap, dancehall, dancehall, punk rock, ska, and dub. They are largely considered as the forerunners of contemporary British reggae music, and their style of music has been dubbed "tropical punk." The band, which was founded in 2007, is made... read full bio
The Specials are an iconic band for many reasons. They look great, sound great, and share incredible performances with audiences around the world. The mixing of cultural sounds, from punk rock to reggae gives The Specials an avant garde feel. Since their start, The Specials have released eight studio albums. Some of their most popular songs include, “Gangsters”, “A Message... read full bio
The Supervillains is a reggae quartet, based out of Florida, comprised of members Scott Suldo, Dominic Maresco, Daniel Grundorf and Tom Moulton. Their music is an exciting mixture of reggae, punk and funk. They have released eight studio albums since their formation, and have shared the stage with Pepper, Slightly Stoopid, Fishbone, Streetlight Manefesto, Mu330, Inner Circle, Authority Zero, the... read full bio
In the period since Bob Marley's passing, one group has continued to carry on his legacy and message. Year after year 'The Wailers', lead by Aston "Familyman" Barrett, have toured the globe playing their special brand of music for millions of fans. "Familyman" is the sole living musician who was with Bob Marley from the beginning of Marley's career to... read full bio
Third World is a Jamaican reggae fusion band that consists of members Stephen “Cat” Coore, Richard Daley, Tony “Ruption” Williams, Maurice Gregory, Norris “Noreiga” Webb and AJ Brown. The group was formed by past member Michael “Ibo” Cooper and Stephen “Cat” Coore who came together to form their own band. Shortly after, they went on to release their self-produced single... read full bio
Without roots, very few things can ever grow tall. Through The Roots' five members worked tirelessly for ten years to create their distinctive sound, a contemporary fusion of roots reggae, hip-hop, rock and electronic pop. The lads started out simply enough, organizing their own backyard concerts in college towns all around southern California. It's a sound that alludes to the band's... read full bio
Through The Roots' five members worked tirelessly for ten years to create their distinctive sound, a contemporary fusion of roots reggae, hip-hop, rock and electronic pop. The lads started out simply enough, organizing their own backyard concerts in college towns all around southern California. It's a sound that alludes to the band's many influences while also extending far beyond them. Graduating from... read full bio
Tikken Jah Fakoly is a French reggae artist. He creates original music, along with covering songs by artists like Bob Marley, Burning Spear, Peter Tosh, and Buju Banton. Fakoly displays a passion for Rastafari culture, and also advocates for the injustices towards the people of his country and Africa. He appeals to audiences by connecting over these causes, speaking for... read full bio
Born in the thriving Tokyo club and street scene in the late 1980s, Tokyo Ska Paradise Orchestra set out on a musical adventure that would revolutionize the ska subgenre. The legendary "TOKYO SKA PARADISE ORCHESTRA" with its now fabled yellow jacket, their very first independent album, was issued in 1989. They made their huge breakthrough with their song "Monster Rock"... read full bio
Tom Walker is a multi-talented instrumentalist and singer from Glasgow, Scotland. While growing up in Scotland and England, Tom listened to a variety of musicians. He found himself especially inspired by classic legends such as Bob Marley, Ray Charles, and The Police; these artists had a significant impact on Tom’s future musical style. Tom blends elements of raw soul with... read full bio
Toots and the Maytels' combination of great reggae rhythms, heartfelt vocals, and soulful gospel influence remains potent and powerful - probably the most cohesive mix of reggae and soul music ever, and still going strong with generations of fans. Current record holders of the most number one hits in Jamaica, their sound is a unique, original combination of gospel, ska,... read full bio
If Trevor Hall’s self-titled debut represented the young musician’s struggle with finding himself, his follow-up, Everything Everytime Everywhere, is a courageous affirmation that he has become the man he had been seeking. Hall’s signature blend of catchy pop/rock songs infused with tasteful shades of reggae has made this diverse singer one of the most lauded up-and-coming musicians on the American... read full bio
Two brothers, Steven Rene Jacobo and Tony-Ray Jacobo, formed Tribal Seeds in San Diego, California. They quickly grew into a six member band with Victor Navarro, Carlos Verdugo, E.N Young, and Ryan Gonzo. The band's sound showcases their spiritually driven rock vibe, infused with reggae style roots. Tribal Seeds have worked their way to the foreground of the reggae rock... read full bio
