Members of the Tamlins discuss their continued popularity in Jamaica and how they offer their incredible harmonies to a wide range of genres. This interview from 1993 features original members Carlton Smith, Junior Moore and Derrick Lara (rest in peace).

Ras Michael talks about growing up in Trenchtown Jamaica surrounded by positivity, sharing and love and how fame never changed the vibes of Bob Marley.

In this 1993 interview, the legendary Beres Hammond discusses "current" American Reggae audiences and his place in the wide Reggae genre.

Tune in to this exclusive interview from 1992 with the legendary DJ, performer, songwriter and larger than life personality Mikey Dread. Dread is clearly at the controls as he compares his contribution to radio to that of Marconi and explains his plan to use television in America to spread the word of Reggae music to younger generations.…

In this interview from 1992, the late Joseph Hill tells us how his music was influenced by a painting he created and names the legends that are the "crankshaft" of all music.

Reggae legend Bankie Banx talks about his music influences and what Bob Marley means to him in our interview from 1992.

Sometimes you uncover some classic audio that gives you a thrill. This is one of those times! An amazing shout out from the legendary Ras Michael.

Grammy nominated Reggae Singer, MC and Toaster from Birmingham, England MR. PATO BANTON tells us about hosting illegal house parties at a very early age and how that experience led to his unique stage name. You can hear the rest of the interview, including how Pato stood up to the major record companies and won, on Episode #2 of the Reggae Roots Ro…

In this excerpt from my full interview, RAS MICHAEL responds to a question about the difference or similarity between Haile Selassie I and Jesus Christ. Ras Michael is an evangelist, ambassador and diplomat for the Ethiopian Orthodox Tawahido Church internationally and one of the founders and president of the Rastafarian International/Marcus Garvey…

In this segment from my 1993 interview with Black Uhuru legend MYKAL ROSE "The Grammy Kid", he talks about taking time off to tend to his farm in Jamaica and then gives us some lyrics "Off The Tongue". Recorded live on January 25, 1993 at the WERS Studios in Boston, MA.

During my radio interview with Ras Michael in 1993, he asked me to throw on a dubplate from a Sons of Negus album in the library and provided stunning impromptu chants that left us all uplifted and speechless. Here they are for your enjoyment and inspiration. The entire interview is available on Episode #6 of the Reggae Roots Rockers Podcast. Inter…

Prepare yourself to enter the wacky and unpredictable world of classic Jamaican Reggae and Dancehall "Singjay" EEK-A-MOUSE. Hear from the self-proclaimed "Tallest Mouse in the World" about his songwriting style, touring the world, his ownership of America and a near death tour bus experience. Plus some spontaneous singjay lyrics. Interview segments…

Listen in on a conversation with GENERAL SMILEY of Jamaica Reggae/Dancehall duo MICHIGAN AND SMILEY. Michigan and Smiley rose to popularity during the first wave of dancehall music in the late 1970s and performed twice at Reggae Sunsplash in Jamaica, which solidified their legendary status. Highlights of the interview include General Smiley discuss…

Check out an exclusive interview with classic vocal group THE TAMLINS, including Carlton Smith, Junior Moore and Derrick Lara (rest in peace). Interview segments recorded live on June 24, 1993 at the WERS Studios in Boston, MA. A version of this Podcast featuring Beres Hammond and The Tamlins with classic musical selections is available to Spotify …

Check out an exclusive interview with the original members of the classic Reggae harmony group THE MEDITATIONS, featuring Ansel Cridland, Danny Clarke and Winston Watson. Formed in Jamaica in 1974, the Meditations are known for their own classic albums, as well as background vocal for some of the biggest hits in Reggae, including classic Bob Marley…

The legendary "Keeper of the Zion Gate" Joseph Hill discusses the legend of Columbus discovering the West Indies. You can hear the rest of my conversation with the late Joseph Hill of Culture, along with some conscious Culture music, on Episode #4 of the Reggae Roots Rockers Podcast. https://open.spotify.com/show/4aEBFx02xIGefbyxuI3rKm Check out th…

The late, great MIKEY DREAD joined me in the studio in 1992 to discuss a range of topic and "guest DJ" with some of his favorite songs. In this segment, Mikey talks about a chance meeting with former members of Rock band Guns 'N Roses that lead to him collaborating and performing on two songs. The rest of the interview and some legendary Mikey Drea…

In 1992, I sat down with a young PATO BANTON, a Grammy nominated Reggae Singer, MC and Toaster from Birmingham, England, to discuss growing up, battling with record companies, how he got his unique name and much more. Interview was recorded live on October 29, 1992 at the WERS Studios in Boston, MA. A version of this Podcast featuring Pato Banton m…

Feast your ears on an interview with the late, great JOSEPH HILL, lead singer and songwriter for the legendary Roots Reggae group CULTURE. Joseph Hill, also known by his Rastafari name "Keeper of Zion Gate", founded Culture in 1976 and went on to record 22 albums. He was known as a teacher and scholar of Jamaican history and current political issue…

Enjoy my conversation with "The Grammy Kid" MYKAL ROSE, the prolific solo artist and former lead singer of the legendary BLACK UHURU, where he won a Grammy for the 1985 album "Anthem". Hear Mykal talk about growing up in JA, the beginnings of Black Uhuru and death of Puma Jones, his process for recording new songs, his life on the farm, the Jamaica…

Teacher RAS SAM BROWN (b. 1925, d. 1998) was one of the most outspoken, complex and influential of the "Rastafari Elders". He was not only a poet and singer, but a leader of the Rastafari movement. In 1961, Brown was the first Rasta to stand for politics and run for public office in Jamaica with his "Suffering People's Party". He released only two …

Episode 6 of the Reggae Roots Rockers Podcast features Jamaican reggae singer and Nyabinghi specialist RAS MICHAEL.. Ras Michael is an evangelist, ambassador and diplomat for the Ethiopian Orthodox Tawahido Church internationally and one of the founders and president of the Rastafarian International/Marcus Garvey Culture Center in Los Angeles, and …

During my time as a DJ at WERS radio in Boston, we were joined by many Reggae performers, but few brought the energy and vibe of the legendary MIKEY DREAD. Sadly, Mikey departed this world in 2008, but his voice and music live on to entertain and inspire future generations. This interview was recorded live in-studio in 1992. A version of this Podca…

I'm so honored to offer you the voice and vibes of South African Reggae musician LUCKY DUBE. Lucky recorded 22 albums in Zulu, English and Afrikaans during his 25-year career and was South Africa's biggest-selling reggae artist until his life was tragically cut short. He was the victim of an apparent carjacking and murdered in the Johannesburg subu…

Enjoy a conversation with Anguillan singer/songwriter BANKIE BANX. Hear the Caribbean legend himself discuss growing up in a musical family, his unique recording style, touring with Jimmy Cliff and putting on concerts on deserted islands in the Caribbean. Bankie's first Caribbean hit "Prince of Darkness" released in 1977 and was followed up by his …

Positive vibes flow from legendary musician, multi-instrumentalist, singer, songwriter and actor JIMMY CLIFF, one of the original artists to bring Reggae music to the world. Hear Jimmy talk about writing and recording his 1992 album "Breakout", including the song "Stepping Out of Limbo", his passion for music of Zaire and how the "age of CD" change…

Check out my brief, but energic conversation with Jamaican Dancehall singer Tiger. Tiger began performing in the 1970s and is known for his frantic, growling style of deejaying, as well as his comedic, yet conscious lyrics. In this interview, Tiger discusses his comedy and reggae music influences and more. Interview segments recorded live in 1993 a…

Check out an exclusive interview with legendary singer/songwriter and Lovers Rock originator BERES HAMMOND. Interview segments recorded live on June 24, 1993 at the WERS Studios in Boston, MA. A version of this Podcast featuring Beres Hammond and The Tamlins with classic musical selections is available to Spotify Premium subscribers by clicking her…