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  International Reggae Day 2026 Countdown – Day 7 There was a time when reggae was considered Jamaica's best-kept secret. Born in the neighborhoods of Kingston and carried through powerful sound systems, vinyl records, and passionate communities, reggae grew from a local expression into one of the world's most influential musical movements. Few genres have traveled farther while remaining so deeply connected to their cultural roots. Today, reggae and dancehall rhythms can be heard everywhere—from pop radio and hip-hop to Afrobeats, Latin music, electronic dance music, and contemporary R&B. Jamaica's unmistakable groove has become part of the soundtrack of everyday life across the globe. The journey wasn't accidental. It was built one record, one sound system, one studio session, and one unforgettable performance at a time. From Kingston to the World Reggae's international rise began long before streaming services and social media. Throughout the 1960s and 1970s,...

 Juneteenth: Freedom Was Won. What Happens Next? By Reggae Hour Every year, Juneteenth arrives with celebrations, music, family gatherings, and reflections on one of the most significant moments in American history. It is a day that reminds us of freedom delayed, freedom demanded, and freedom finally recognized. But every year, another question quietly waits beneath the celebrations: What happens after freedom is won? That question became the foundation of this year's Reggae Hour Juneteenth conversation. Not simply what happened in the past. But what responsibility comes with remembering it. More Than A Holiday For many people, Juneteenth has become a day of celebration. For others, it is a day of remembrance. For all of us, it is an opportunity to reflect on the long journey that brought us here. History is often taught through dates. But culture remembers through stories. The story of Juneteenth is not only about a single day in Texas. It is also about resilience. It is about com...

His message was challenged.   THE QUESTION MOST PEOPLE AVOID Bob Marley is everywhere. His music plays in cafés, documentaries, playlists, and playlists within playlists. He is celebrated as the global face of reggae—peaceful, unifying, timeless. But Peter Tosh ? He is remembered differently. Respected—but not always embraced. Celebrated—but often misunderstood. Powerful—but still… controversial. Same origins. Same struggle. Same foundation. So why did one become universal… while the other remained uncomfortable? To answer that, you have to understand one thing: Peter Tosh was not trying to be accepted. He was trying to be understood. And those are not the same thing. ⚔️ THE STEPPING RAZOR — A MAN WHO REFUSED TO BLUNT HIS EDGE The term Stepping Razor wasn’t just a song title. It was a declaration. A stepping razor is not something you hold casually. It is sharp. Dangerous. Direct. That is who Peter Tosh was. Where others translated reggae into something globally digestible, Tosh ...

  On January 18, the reggae world paused to remember Stephen "Cat" Coore—a founding member of Third World, a master guitarist, and a quiet giant whose influence reached far beyond the stage. Cat Coore was not a musician who chased attention. He was a musician who earned respect—by how he played, how he lived, and how he treated people. To understand his legacy, you don’t need a full discography. You need to understand three moments—one professional, one personal, and one rooted in giving back. Together, they tell the story of a man who believed reggae was not just sound, but responsibility. 1. The Professional Moment: When Reggae Went Global Without Losing Its Soul In the early 1970s, reggae stood at a crossroads. The music was powerful, but often boxed in—seen as regional, niche, or limited in scope. When Third World emerged, Stephen “Cat” Coore helped change that perception forever. As a founding member and musical architect, Cat Coore brought discipline, musicality, and re...

Some interviews feel like marketing. Others feel like a moment you’re supposed to hear. This conversation with Blaz’em belongs to the second category. For over 15 years, Blaz’em has lived Rastafari—not as a look, not as a trend, but as a discipline. In his exclusive Reggae Hour interview, he speaks with a clarity that cuts through noise, ego, and industry illusions. He talks about faith, elders, mistakes, music, youth, and why conscious reggae still matters when so much feels disconnected. What follows isn’t just a recap. It’s a reasoning—with the artist, and with yourself. “I Always Knew I Was Going to Be a Rasta” Blaz’em’s journey didn’t begin on a stage or in a studio. It began quietly—as a youth watching, listening, absorbing. “Looking at the elder Rastaman dem, it interest me. The picture of Selassie—I used to just stand and stare at it. I knew one day… I was going to be a Rasta.” At just 14 years old, he embraced Rastafari—not because it was popular, but because it felt like home...

Tommy Kilpatrick in BANKS EXPOSED:CREDIT FRAUD 1. We Entered This Conversation with Doubt When we invited Tommy Kilpatrick , author of Forgive and Forget: How to Nuke Your Credit Card Debt , we didn’t expect to leave questioning the foundation of modern banking. Tommy claims that law is language , and that words like “debt,” “loan,” and even “credit card” are loaded legal fictions. Our instinct was skepticism. Our assignment: challenge, verify, and uncover truth without swallowing theory whole. 2. “Say Allege”—The Linguistic Defense In Tommy’s framing, the difference between debt and alleged debt is the difference between burden and freedom. By simply acknowledging that a claim is “alleged,” you force the bank or collector to prove the existence of the debt —starting with something no one ever seems to see: a promissory note or invoice . “If you never signed a promissory note, there was no loan,” Tommy says calmly, looking straight into the mic. 3. When Banks Aren’t Merchants T...

Premiere Date: October 28, 2025 – 7 PM CST Streaming on: iHeartRadio, Amazon Music, Apple Music, Spotify, and ReggaeHour.com 🌍 From Westmoreland to the World Culture Brown stands as one of reggae’s most uncompromising voices. Born in Westmoreland, Jamaica , and raised between country and city life , he fuses the humble roots of the countryside with the sharp rhythms of Kingston. His evolution through Black Star Sound System — a musical “university” that shaped icons like Junior Reid and Brigadier Jerry — gave him the foundation for a lifetime of authentic sound. “Black Star was like university for me. You learn how to behave, how to carry yourself when success comes.” — Culture Brown 🎶 The New Album: “Go Deh” His latest release, “Go Deh,” represents the full maturity of his message — a declaration of independence, faith, and purpose. Now available on all major platforms, the album features: “Beautiful” — a heartfelt anthem written for the disabled community. ...