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From foundation reggae to the digital age, Steve Tulloch continues to put message before hype. Steve Tulloch After Studio One: The Reggae Veteran on Ownership, the Next Generation and Why Love Is the Only Way Our first Steve Tulloch feature introduced the Kingston 13 artist, his Studio One foundation and the conscious message behind Belly Want Food . Then we sat down with him. What followed revealed something deeper: the experiences, principles and concerns that still drive the man behind the music. Powered by RedCircle In our earlier Reggae Hour profile, we traced Steve Tulloch’s journey from Kingston 13 through Studio One, Ghetto Life and Belly Want Food . We explored an artist who believes reggae should educate, uplift and speak directly to the realities facing ordinary people. But biography can only take you so far. An interview allows the p...

Steve Tulloch carries a conscious reggae message from Kingston 13 to the world. Steve Tulloch: Carrying Conscious Reggae from Kingston 13 to the World Reggae has never been only a rhythm. At its deepest level, it is testimony—a language through which artists speak about hunger, survival, dignity, injustice, community, hope, and the determination of ordinary people to rise. Steve Tulloch stands firmly within that tradition. Emerging from Kingston 13, he has developed a musical journey built around lived experience, social message, and the conviction that reggae should leave its listeners stronger than it found them. His story connects an important period in Jamaican recording culture with a continuing mission to create music that matters. From singing background vocals at Studio One to recording his first single, Ghetto Life , and later releasing the album Belly W...

The Kenyan Reggae Artist Turning Life's Struggles into Songs of Hope By Zionya | Reggae Hour Podcast Every meaningful reggae story begins long before the first song is written. Sometimes it begins with hard work. Sometimes it begins with disappointment. And sometimes it begins with a person refusing to allow life's setbacks to become the final chapter of their story. That is what makes the journey of Bismart Official , also known as Bismart Kenya , so compelling. Known off stage as Renson Bosco , he represents a generation of African artists who understand that reggae is more than entertainment. It is a language of hope, resilience, reflection, and community. His story is not built around fame or flashy headlines. Instead, it is rooted in discipline, perseverance, honest work, and the courage to begin again after life takes an unexpected turn. For listeners searching for music that carries both heart and purpose, Bismart Official is building a path that deser...

Reggae Hour Artist Spotlight From Kingston roots and hard-earned resilience to independent label ownership and an anticipated new album, Young Garvey is building a reggae career grounded in authenticity, purpose, and positive storytelling. Watch the Full Interview Young Garvey on Reggae Hour Hear the full conversation behind the story. Subscribe to Reggae Hour for more artist interviews, roots reggae history, and conversations that keep the culture moving. Watch the interview Subscribe to Reggae Hour Young Garvey brings conscious reggae and uplifting energy to the stage. Live Interview Watch Young Garvey on Reggae Hour Tuesday, July 28, 2026 at 1:00 PM ET Watch the full interview on YouTube From Kingston to the World Growing up in Kingston, Jamaica, Fabian Findley—better known to reggae fans as Young Garvey —developed an appreciation for music long before stepping onto a stage. Born on ...

Imar Shephard: From St. Thomas to the World Jamaica has long produced artists whose voices carry more than melody; they carry history, resilience, faith, and hope. One of the voices continuing that tradition is Imar Shephard , a singer-songwriter from Cedar Valley in St. Thomas whose music blends roots reggae, lovers rock, and contemporary reggae with heartfelt storytelling. Reggae Hour is honored to welcome Imar Shephard for an upcoming exclusive interview where we will explore the experiences, inspirations, and journey behind his growing catalog of music. Growing Up in St. Thomas Born and raised in Cedar Valley, St. Thomas, Jamaica, Imar's musical journey began through church and community performances. Those early experiences helped shape a voice rooted in authenticity and a message centered on positivity, perseverance, and faith. After relocating to Kingston, he continued developing his craft, performing with the touring band Crucial before establishing himself as a sol...