Seth Caro on Music, Thinking for Yourself, and Why the Journey Is the Message On February 10th, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. Central Standard Time (5:00 p.m. Pacific), Reggae Hour hosted a long-form conversation with Seth Caro of Venice Beach Dub Club—a discussion that moved well beyond genre labels, releases, or promotion. What unfolded was a reasoning-driven dialogue about music as communication, humility as a creative discipline, and why real growth can’t come from chasing scenes, slogans, or surface-level narratives. Seth explains that music, for him, has always been a way to communicate complicated ideas—ideas that are difficult to express directly in everyday conversation. Rather than telling people what to think, he prefers to let listeners discover meaning on their own. That process, he says, is what creates a genuine and lasting connection between artist and audience. The conversation traces his early exposure to hip hop in New York, his first encounters with dancehall on the radio...

 Faith, Education, and the Living Mission of Reggae Black History Month is not only a time to honor ancestors whose names shaped the past. It is also a time to recognize living Black history—women and men whose daily work strengthens culture, uplifts community, and prepares the next generation to stand taller than the last. In 2026, Reggae Hour proudly names Tasha T as the Black Woman of Black History Month, honoring a life of service that extends far beyond the stage. She is not only a reggae artist. She is an educator, a literacy advocate, a cultural bridge-builder, and a woman who has turned faith into action for more than a decade. This recognition is not symbolic. It is earned. More Than Music: A Life Anchored in Purpose Reggae has always been more than sound. At its core, it is instruction, resistance, healing, and truth carried on rhythm. Tasha T embodies this original mission of reggae—not as a concept, but as a lived practice. Her music carries messages of perseverance, gr...

  Why Menelik Nesta Gibbons Is a Living Legacy in Music, Culture, and Community When we talk about leaders whose work transcends entertainment and becomes a cultural force — few names resonate as deeply as Menelik Nesta Gibbons , better known to the world as Don Dada . A multi-platinum, multi-award-winning artist and cultural architect, Don Dada has built a career that bridges continents, genres, and generations. Born in Harare, Zimbabwe and raised in Johannesburg, South Africa, Don Dada started his artistic journey in 2000 and founded Ruff Cutt Studio in 2009 — a creative hub that has become a breeding ground for reggae, hip-hop, and African consciousness. From his early album Avant-Garde to chart-topping releases like VIVA Mandela , Don Dada has consistently pushed beyond the conventional boundaries of music. His work has not only garnered multi-platinum sales in record time but has also been recognized for its social and historical significance. 🎶 Cross-Genre Innovation ...

When the world tries to sell you lies, someone has to speak the truth. While some international media spin tales of "White Genocide" in South Africa—a narrative both dangerous and wildly inaccurate—the real crises go ignored: indigenous land displacement, youth unemployment, political elitism, and the economic weaponization of poverty. Enter Don Dada — South African reggae revolutionary, humanitarian, and the first Mzansi artist signed to Bob Marley's Tuff Gong International . In this raw, unfiltered conversation on Reggae Hour , Don Dada delivers what mainstream won't: unshakable truth wrapped in rhythm. "We should be focused on strengthening home. Because once we do that, our voice becomes powerful on the global stage." (30:32) The Battle for Land & Culture Don Dada doesn’t mince words when discussing the ongoing land crisis in South Africa. In Limpopo, over 2,000 people have been displaced due to aggressive mining operations. "We're talkin...

  In a soul- stirring interview on the Reggae Hour Podcast , host Mr. E sat down with none other than Billy Mystic , frontman of the legendary Mystic Revealers , to trace the band’s profound journey through the ever- evolving soundscape of reggae. Formed in Bull Bay, Jamaica in 1977, Mystic Revealers has carried the torch of roots reggae for over four decades— delivering timeless messages of justice, unity, spiritual freedom, and resilience . “ We weren’t trying to replace anyone. We just wanted to sing what we believed— and what we thought could make a difference.” — Billy Mystic 🎶 From Sound Systems to Global Stages Growing up outside Kingston’s core reggae hubs, Mystic Revealers cut their teeth in Jamaica’s sound system culture . With no major labels knocking, they built their own studio, pressed their own records, and created their own space in reggae’s history. “ It was brave of us as youngsters to say, okay, if no one wants to help us, we’re going to do it ourselve...

  This week on BOSS Radio , we had the pleasure of diving deep into the world of reggae and hip-hop with none other than South African multi-platinum artist Don Dada . His latest project, the double album "The Heart & The Mind," is making waves globally and touching on issues that resonate with listeners from all walks of life. During our interview, we discussed three standout tracks from the album: Rise Up , Blessings , and Memories . Each song encapsulates a unique aspect of Don Dada’s musical philosophy—whether it’s pushing through life’s struggles, recognizing the blessings around us, or reflecting on the power of memory. These songs speak directly to the heart and mind, a perfect reflection of the album’s theme. But the conversation went beyond music. Don Dada and I touched on pressing issues, like the ongoing battle over public access to Bob Marley Beach in Jamaica, and similar struggles over land rights in South Africa. The artist’s perspective on the global impa...