In a world of “acceptable musical nihilism”, Clinton Fearon is a citizen-musician, in the ideal sense of the word. He produces music that goes beyond expressing the sun, mountains, rooms, etc, associated with his native Jamaica (he now lives in Washington State), and instead is a troubadour, open to the...
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At age of 66 and with a career spanning almost 50 years, Clinton Fearon could be peacefully considering retirement. But age must apply differently to Jamaican musicians. Just look at Kiddus I (72) and Cedric Myton (70), whose last effort – The Soul of Jamaica: Inna de Yard (Chapter Two)...
Only one of the most upbeat cities in the UK could only give birth to one of the most upbeat bands. So be prepared to skank all night on the 3rd of March, because Leeds born-and-bred Gentleman’s Dub Club, are coming to London to perform their biggest headline show ever...
Anybody who has ever felt the joy of being immersed in a live rocksteady reggae gig is urged to get themselves down to the wonderfully eclectic Magic Garden Pub, in Battersea, on February 17th. Often described as a “festival in a pub”, The Magic Garden seems like an excellent choice...
Tonight begins with a performance from Subajah, who, in and of himself, is an incredibly talented man. He displays his abilities as a rapper, singer and composer with real aplomb. In an age of vapid consumerism, it’s pleasing to find artists willing to stand up and go against the grain, educating the...
On the 24th of November, O2 Academy in Islington will throw one of the top rankin’ bashments of the year. Dub, dancehall, roots reggae and electro vibes will keep the night flowing thanks to the distinctive sound of French band DUB INC and quality supporting acts. Dub Inc. are one of...
We challenge you to find a more upbeat night in November. Because, if you line up Natty, Congo Natty, Mad Professor, Trojan Soundsystem and Subajah, chances are that you have organised the coolest gig of the month. The crème de la crème of the UK reggae scene will be indeed...
The last Bank Holiday of the year will be in glory of smooth vibes and upbeat rhythms. On Clapham Common, the influential British ska and 2 tone ensemble Madness will curate the 2016 edition of House of Common Festival and it will inevitably be a day in the band’s own...
The Easy Star All-Stars are considered one of the top international reggae acts on the contemporary scene. They achieved popularity thanks to their best-selling tribute album releases, such as Dub Side of The Moon (2003) and Radiodread (2006), and to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the latter they are now...
Charismatic, high-octane and socially conscious, get down to Electric Brixton next Friday and experience the engrossing musical hybrid that is Dub Inc – Europe’s most successful reggae band of today. Spawning from France’s industrial heartland, Saint-Etienne, Dub Inc come to London this June loaded with their new album They Want Riddim....
