reggae

Single of the Week: Inokasira Rangers “Blue Monday”

Japanese reggae cover band Inokasira Rangers deliver a chugging rendition of New Order’s “Blue Monday.”

George Faith‘s read of the O’Jays R&B classic, “I’ve Got The Groove” totally transforms the song into a dubby classic.

“Big Takeover” is an early career highlight from legendary and pioneering DC-based hardcore/ reggae band, Bad Brains.

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Bob Marley‘s classic reggae anthem, “So Much Trouble in the World” is the perfect track to help you navigate these troubled times.

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DJ M Dot spins dancehall and reggae at the 18th Street Lounge.

DJ M Dot applies dancehall pressure tonight at the 18th St. Lounge

DJ M Dot spins reggae and dancehall at the Eighteenth Street Lounge.

As fall progresses and things start to get a little chillier at night, Keith Hudson turns the heater on with this reggae classic.

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Count Ossie‘s “Selam Nna Wadada (Peace And Love)” is a powerful, early roots-reggae track in the Nyabinghi chant and rhythm tradition.

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Toots and the Maytals‘ ebullient 1973 single, “Sit Right Down”, is a sensational, soulful and raw reggae classic.