Reggae-Hour

Reggae didn’t arrive in the Philippines as a trend.
It arrived quietly.
And it stayed.
In this Reggae Hour documentary episode, we trace the full journey of Filipino reggae — from its early discovery in the late 1960s, to the pioneers of the 70s and 80s, to the rise of Brownman Revival, and into the modern generation shaping its future.
This isn’t commentary.
It’s documentation.
🎙 What You’ll Discover
Act 1 — Discovery
How reggae first reached the Philippines through records, radio, and returning seafarers.
Act 2 — The Pioneers
How Manila introduced it, Ce...

Is music actually evolving—or quietly losing its value? In this Reggae Hour conversation, Seth Caro joins us for a deep, unfiltered reasoning session on music, thinking, and the role AI plays in exposing an industry already under pressure. Seth reflects on growing up with hip-hop before discovering reggae, crossing genres without copying culture, and why scenes and slogans often limit creativity. He challenges the fear surrounding artificial intelligence, suggesting that AI may not destroy music—but instead force artists and listeners to confront how little value we’ve allowed music to hold. The discussion moves through producer mindset, streaming econom...

Join Reggae Hour for a powerful 60-minute journey into the life, near-death, and eternal legacy of Bob Marley.

On his 81st Earthstrong, this is not a surface-level celebration.
We go behind the myth and into the moments that shaped history.

🔥 The Bulletproof Prophet — shot in his own home, yet standing on stage two days later.
☮️ The Peace Broker — the night music united political enemies when violence ruled the streets.
🕊 The Final Sacrifice — choosing the message over the body during his final tour.

This episode explores the Rastafari philosophy, courage, and conviction that turned a ma...

Before remix culture.
Before electronic music.
Before producers were artists.
There was King Tubby.
Born January 28, 1941, in Kingston, Jamaica, Osbourne Ruddock would become the quiet engineer who taught the world to listen differently. In this special Reggae Hour podcast episode, we journey through his life, legacy, and revolutionary impact on reggae and Jamaican music history.
This is not a rushed biography.
This is a deep cultural meditation.
We explore the golden age of Jamaican sound systems, where the mixing board became an instrument. Through carefully placed King Tubby dub selections, we trace the...

When the drum goes quiet, the world listens.
This special Reggae Hour tribute episode honors the life, discipline, and global legacy of Sly Dunbar — one of the most influential rhythm architects in music history.
Alongside Robbie Shakespeare, Sly helped shape reggae into a language the world could understand — without ever losing its roots. From Kingston studios to global stages, from analog roots to digital futures, Sly’s drumming taught us that rhythm is responsibility.
In this one-hour episode, Mr. E and Zionia reason through:
Why discipline mattered more than flash in Sly’s playing
How Sly & Ro...

Studio One changed music forever.
But history doesn’t tell itself — people do.
In this special episode of Reggae Hour, we reason through the legacy and controversy surrounding Clement “Coxsone” Dodd, the visionary producer behind Studio One. Celebrated as the architect of Jamaica’s most influential label, Coxsone built a system that launched global sounds — but also one that left many musicians unnamed, unpaid, and unheard.
This episode explores power, authorship, and silence in early reggae history. We move from the birth of the sound system era, through questions of ownership and control, and into the music that defined...

When the storm hits and Babylon goes cold, where do you find your fire?
In this special winter edition of Reggae Hour, we aren’t just playing music — we are reasoning on resilience. As snow, power outages, and cold winds sweep across the world outside, Mr. E and Zionya (Daughter of Zion) dig deep into the crates to uncover the sounds that have kept the people warm for generations.
From Prince Buster facing the long winter of 1960s England, to the modern spiritual armor of today’s Winter Soldiers, this episode traces how reggae has always been more than m...

This is not a playlist — this is a reasoning.

In this Reggae Hour episode, Mr. E and Zionia reason through the music, message, and consciousness of Culture, guided by the uncompromising voice of Joseph Hill. From self-determination and honesty to global awareness and spiritual grounding, these songs are not just heard — they are meant to be lived.

This episode flows through Culture classics that speak directly to responsibility, reflection, and resilience, with live reasoning between tracks that connect the music to real life, real choices, and real times.

If reggae is a message, this epis...

We lost a giant. Today, Reggae Hour honors the life and legacy of Stephen "Cat" Coore—the founding father of Third World and a true cultural ambassador. We explore why his humility was just as powerful as his guitar.

Body:

🕯️ A CALL TO HONOR
Before we dive into the history, we will ask you to join us in a shared moment of silence to send power to his journey home.

ABOUT THIS EPISODE:
Cat Coore wasn't just a musician; he was an architect of the sound that carried Jamaica to the globe. From "9...

Roots. Discipline. Testimony. This is not a hype interview.
This is testimony. In this powerful episode of Reggae Hour, conscious reggae artist Blaz’em (Christopher Hale) sits down for a rare, unfiltered conversation about a 15-year journey rooted in Rastafari, discipline, and truth. Raised in a Caribbean household and guided by elder Rastaman dem, Blaz’em embraced Rastafari at just 14 years old — not as an image, but as a way of life. In this episode, he speaks openly about mistakes, accountability, spirituality, and why conscious reggae still matters in a world full of noise. You’ll hear Blaz’em reflect on...

The Seal We open Episode 14 of Reggae Hour Salute with Tasha T – The World Is Trouble, a sobering roots anthem that sets the tone for reflection, clarity, and truth. From there, Mr. E closes out Reggae Hour Salute with a heartfelt recap of the past three days, honoring the music, the reasoning, and the spirit that carried us through this journey. Over the three-day experience, we reasoned on:African liberation and modern coups, especially Burkina Faso, sovereignty, and the global shift away from colonial controlBabylon systems, global power structures, and the role reggae plays as truth-telling musicRastafarian philosophy, spirituality, and th...

Religion, Royal Bloodlines & Spiritual Reasoning
We open Episode 13 of Reggae Hour Salute with the powerful Mystic Revealers anthem “Religion”, setting the tone for a deep, respectful reasoning session.
In this episode, Mr. E and Zionya explore one of the most misunderstood conversations in reggae culture and Rastafari thought:
the spiritual relationship between Jesus Christ and Emperor Haile Selassie I.
This is not debate for debate’s sake — this is context, history, scripture, and vibration. We reason through how faith, divinity, liberation, and African identity intersect, and why reggae has always been a vehicle for spiritual questioning outside...

We open Episode 12 of Reggae Hour Salute with the timeless anthem “Jah’s Glory” by Third World, setting the tone for a deep and reasoned discussion on the divinity, legacy, and spiritual significance of His Imperial Majesty Haile Selassie I.
Mr. E and Zionya explore why Haile Selassie remains central to Rastafari philosophy, African identity, and global liberation thought — separating myth, faith, history, and cultural impact with respect and clarity.
After the reasoning, we let the music speak. This episode features a powerful lineup of roots, culture, and conscious reggae selections pulled straight from the vibration — uplifting messages, Nyabinghi...

We open Episode 11 of Reggae Hour Salute with the powerful and grounding anthem “Freedom” by Aza Lineage, setting the vibration for a deep and necessary reasoning on Babylon systems — how they operate, how they shape culture, and how conscious people learn to see through them.
Mr. E and Zionya break down Babylon not as a buzzword, but as a lived reality — touching on social conditioning, economic pressure, spiritual distraction, and the importance of awareness, discipline, and community.
From there, we move into “Nineveh” by Redeemm, a song that reinforces accountability, warning, and reflection — before letting the rest of the music carr...

Day Three of Reggae Hour Salute opens with a firestarter from Don Dada – Forward off his Forward We Continue EP — setting the tone for a deep, necessary conversation.
In this episode, Mr. E and Zionya take a bold stance on one of the world’s hardest truths: the humanitarian crisis in Gaza and the growing call for justice and peace.
This isn’t politics — it’s principle.
It’s about humanity, freedom, and the oneness reggae has always stood for.
Zionya and Mr. E reflect on how reggae has forever carried the message of the oppressed — from Africa’s li...

This episode of Reggae Hour Salute opens with a foundation stone:
Burning Spear – Marcus Garvey.
From there, Mr. E and Zionya step into one of the most important conversations of the entire series — Africa reclaiming itself.
We break down the recent African coups, with a focused look at Burkina Faso and the leadership of Ibrahim Traoré, examining what self-determination looks like in real time when nations reject colonial control and economic extraction. The conversation connects African liberation directly to Jamaican independence, Garveyism, and Rastafarian consciousness, showing how reggae has always been the global messenger for these movements.
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Day two of Reggae Hour Salute continues with a crown-heavy session dedicated to the women who shaped reggae culture from the inside out.
We open with Rita Marley – Who Feels It Knows It, a reminder that reggae truth has always lived in women’s voices — whether history chose to amplify it or not.
From there, Mr. E and Zai-O-Nya hold space for a powerful conversation on Women in Reggae — honoring the pioneers, the culture bearers, and the modern torch-carriers who never waited for permission.
This episode gives flowers to women who: • Spoke spirituality when the industry pushed silence

Day two of Reggae Hour Salute continues with a powerful meditation on reggae fashion as culture, resistance, and identity.
This episode opens in roots fashion with Lee “Scratch” Perry – King of the Animals, then Mr. E and Zionya step into a conversation about how reggae fashion has never been about trends — it’s about truth, ancestry, spirituality, and self-definition.
From African garments to Rasta symbolism, from handmade expression to colors that speak louder than words, this segment breaks down how reggae fashion moves as a living archive of liberation. The music throughout the episode reinforces that message — roots first, messa...

Day two of Reggae Hour Salute goes deeper than sound — it moves into sustenance, strength, and self-care.
We open with Aaron Silk – “Positive Vibes”, setting the tone for a session rooted in nourishment of mind, body, and spirit. From there, Zai-O-Nya delivers a powerful culinary lesson on i-tal food — not as trend, but as tradition. This episode breaks down how i-tal living aligns with reggae culture, Rastafari principles, and conscious survival in modern times.
🔥 Inside this episode: • What i-tal food truly means (beyond vegan labels)
• How food, music, and vibration work together
• Why reggae has always been about health...

The spirit of conscious reggae never rests.
We open this episode with Marcia Griffiths – All My Life, a reminder that reggae is not a moment — it’s a lifelong mission. From there, Reggae Hour Salute turns its focus to the other reggae festivals around the world that continue holding the line for roots, culture, and message-driven music when major stages go silent.
In this conversation, we reflect on how gatherings beyond the spotlight — community festivals, independent sound systems, and grassroots events — keep the culture alive year after year. These are the spaces where conscious reggae is protected, amplified, and passed...

Episode 4 — Rise Up & Roots Heritage
Music isn’t just sound — it’s lineage.
We open with Don Dada’s “Rise Up” and move into a powerful conversation on roots heritage, the musical bloodline that travels from African freedom struggles to reggae culture in Jamaica and beyond. Mr. E and Zai-O-Nya break down what roots reggae really is, why it’s more than a beat, and how it lives in culture even when stages go silent.
This episode features deep music selections spanning classic legends and modern voices — from Mystic Revealers’ “Blue Nile” and Burning Spear’s “Marcus Garvey” to conscious basslin...

When stages go quiet, the message doesn’t.
In this Reggae Hour Salute episode, we tap into the true spirit of conscious reggae — the kind that lives beyond festivals, beyond hype, and beyond trends. Inspired by the legacy of culture-first gatherings like Rebel Salute (with no official affiliation), we break down why the music matters more than the moment.
Mr. E and Zai-O-Nya explore:
What conscious reggae really stands for
Why cultural spaces must be protected, even when they pause
How music becomes a bridge during recovery and rebuilding
Why Reggae Hour chose to hold...

Rebel Salute was never just a stage show — it was a statement.
In Episode 2 of Reggae Hour Salute, we break down what Rebel Salute truly represents, why it became one of the most respected cultural gatherings in reggae history, and why its absence in 2026 left a real void in conscious music.
Starting with Mystic Revealers – “Blue Nile”, the episode sets the tone for a deeper conversation on roots, culture, and standards. Mr. E and Zai-O-Nya unpack how Rebel Salute stood firm against slackness, hype culture, and commercial pressure — choosing instead to uplift message music, spiritual grounding, and lyrical integrity...

When one of reggae’s most respected January gatherings went silent, the culture didn’t stop breathing — it listened closer.

Welcome to Reggae Hour Salute, a three-day conscious reggae broadcast honoring the spirit, values, and musical discipline that have defined roots culture for generations.

In this opening episode, Mr. E welcomes listeners from around the world and sets the tone for the weekend — giving respect to the legacy of Jamaica’s January roots tradition while clearly stating that Reggae Hour Salute is an independent broadcast and not affiliated with any festival or event.

This episode la...

The year is moving forward — and reggae is leading the way. In this celebratory episode of Reggae Hour, we spotlight fresh fire and timeless truth, blending new releases with legendary voices that remind us where the culture comes from — and where it’s going next. From the spiritual architecture of Xana Romeo, daughter of the legendary Max Romeo, to conscious anthems from King I, Luciano, and Garnett Silk, this episode is a celebration of roots, resistance, and renewal. No rush.
No gimmicks.
Just music that speaks to the moment — and the movement. Whether you’re welcoming a new season, se...

Welcome to Volume 2: The Healing Dub Experience. In a world of noise, we bring you the echo. This instrumental journey is designed for focus, meditation, and spiritual grounding. No lyrics, just the vibration of the drum and bass.

Whether you are working, studying, or meditating—let this mix be your sanctuary.

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TRACKLIST & CHAPTERS:
00:00 Intro: The Healing Chamber (Spoken Word)
01:00 Tuesday Dub - Silent Partner
02:22 Noble Dub - Silent Partner
04:00...

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South African reggae powerhouse Don Dada joins Reggae Hour for a deep and conscious reasoning on Hurricane Melissa, African–Caribbean unity, and the spiritual responsibility of artists within the African diaspora. In this powerful episode, Don Dada reflects on...

Before the countdown.
Before the fireworks.
Before the world agrees the year has changed.

Reggae Hour pauses to ask a deeper question:

When does the year really turn?

In this New Year’s Eve episode, Mr. E and Zai-O-Nya reason through time not as numbers on a calendar, but as something felt—in the body, in the land, and in the music. Across four reflective segments, they explore sacred time, reggae as a living record of history, ancestral practices of closing cycles, and what the sound of recent reggae reveals about the seas...

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Jamaican roots artist Ras Oneilly joins Reggae Hour for a timeless conversation on life, purpose, and spiritual awakening. From Kingston to Portmore, from Dr. Sweet to Ras Oneilly, he shares the personal journey that shaped his music and mission. Hear quotes like “Find your purpose and never give up on yourself” and “I don’t match energy; I stay true to who I am,” plus reflections on Hurricane Melissa, love, resilience, and the power of rhythm. Follow Ras Oneilly across social media for more uplifting content:
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Tony Roy returns to REGGAE HOUR with a bag full of truth and history.
In this unfiltered reasoning with Zionya, Tony shares legendary studio stories with icons like Dennis Brown and Beres Hammond, wild moments from international tours, and deep reflections on authenticity in reggae. This is roots reggae in its purest form — culture, courage, and conversations only a true veteran can deliver. 🗓 Streaming LIVE Nov 25, 2025 @ 7 PM CST
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When the winds of Hurricane Melissa swept across Jamaica, the island didn’t break — it beat stronger, just like the heart of reggae. This special Reggae Hour episode is a musical prayer for the people of Black River, St. Elizabeth, and every community rebuilding after the storm.

Host Zionya, the voice of the hills and heart of the movement, guides you through a healing sound journey — from the revolutionary roots of Bob Marley’s “Buffalo Soldier” to the meditative dub of The Mighty Rootsmen.

🎶 Featured Tracks:

Bob Marley – Buffalo Soldier

Culture Brown – Moving Up (Go Deh A...

Reggae legend Culture Brown joins Reggae Hour for an unforgettable conversation about his new album “Go Deh”, his mission to uplift the disabled community, and why independence is the only true freedom in music.
Hear exclusive tracks “Beautiful,” “Good Health,” and “Why-Wah Mek,” plus rare stories from his journey through Jamaica’s sound system culture.

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🌍 Roots. Culture. Revolution.
Every episode of the Reggae Hour Podcast dives deep into reggae’s heartbeat — the stories, struggles, and spirit that unite the African diaspora. From Kingston to Cape Tow...

“If Africa not free… the world can’t be free.” 🌍🔥
Zionya returns with a powerful roots revival on New Music Monday, taking us from the streets of Kingston to the heart of Africa — where rhythm meets rebellion, and truth meets sound.

Reggae is more than music — it’s resistance, reflection, and rebirth.
In this week’s New Music Monday episode, Zionya opens the gates of liberation with underground reggae artists who chant down injustice and uplift the people.

From African freedom to island resilience, every beat carries a message: Rise, Give Thanks, and Free Your Mind.

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In this powerful episode of Reggae Hour, we take a soulful journey through the heartbeat of roots reggae — exploring the sounds that call for unity, love, and global peace. From uplifting anthems to deep meditations, this show is a musical reminder that the world still needs healing.

🕊️ Let the riddim ease your mind and raise your vibration — because peace starts from within and spreads through the sound.

🎶 Featuring timeless and underground reggae tracks that inspire love, justice, and togetherness.

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“Revolution no start with war — it start with clarity.”

This week on The Reggae Hour, host Mr. E takes the vibration higher with a global reasoning on life, legacy, and livity — from Kenya to Kingston, from roots to revolution.

We celebrate the legacy of Raila Odinga, the Lion of Africa — and explore how the message of Garvey, Marley, and Odinga lives on through reggae’s new generation.

🎶 Featured Tracks:

Forward & Your Love (Dangerous) — Don Dada 🇿🇦 (Grammy 2026 Contender)

Exile & Survivor — Chronixx 🇯🇲 (New Album Drop on his Birthday)

Brown Sugar — D’Angelo (Neo-soul legend, roots...

Step into the heartbeat of the culture with Reggae Hour Podcast’s new episode — “Underground Reggae Rising.” We’re turning up the volume on the voices that keep the roots strong, the message conscious, and the fire of reggae blazing worldwide. 🌍🔥 From Sizzla’s call for upliftment to Mystic Revealers’ timeless spirit, this episode celebrates the underground revolutionaries of reggae — the ones carrying the mission of love, truth, and resistance through powerful music. 💛💚❤️ It’s more than sound — it’s a movement. 🎧 Tracklist & Timestamps:
0:00 – Intro: Setting the vibes
1:25 – Sizzla – We Can Do Better 🎶
4:50 – Teego Don ft. Anthony B – Jail Bird 🔥
9:10 – Easah & Jhoe Speng – Red...

What happens when a Hollywood soundtrack king meets the heartbeat of roots reggae? In this revealing Reggae Hour episode, we go deep with Ralph Sall — the man behind The Mighty Rootsmen and The Kingston Lions — and uncover the daring vision, fierce devotion, and cultural mission that turned him into reggae’s hidden super-producer. He’s worked on blockbuster films, but in reggae he’s a bridge-builder — uniting legends like Toots, Gregory Isaacs, Michael Rose, and Luciano into one powerful sound. “I never lost the fan gene … I still follow music like I’m 12 years old.” 🔎 In this episode, you’ll hear:How he got into film...

What happens when reggae becomes more than music—when it becomes a weapon of truth, a guide through chaos, and a blueprint for Africa’s future? In this explosive conversation, Fyah Prince—South African-born, France-based reggae and dancehall ambassador—pulls no punches. From freestyling entire tracks in one take for his upcoming album Life, to exposing the “reset” of global power systems, he asks the questions most artists avoid:
Do artists have a responsibility to uplift the people—or just to entertain?Is Africa rising again as the mother of creation?Can reggae and dancehall spark the unity needed to fight Babyl...

Family, brace yourself. This is not just an album review — this is a cultural moment. South Africa’s own Don Dada has unleashed his brand-new EP Forward We Continue, and it’s a six-track revolution of sound, message, and fire.

From militant anthems to raw love confessions, from reggae roots to hip hop swagger — this project is Africa’s heartbeat set to music. Don Dada isn’t just an artist; he’s a messenger for the people, and on this EP he brings the full force of truth, resilience, and culture.

Here’s what you’ll hear in this explo...