Zoe Mazah Insights of an Artist Insights of an Artist started as a space Zoe Mazah wanted to open up while promoting the release of her last album, TILL THEN. Zoe wanted to share insights into her creative process behind the music. In her words Creativity requires courage and the willingness to go deep. I […]
Former female vocalist of DUB band DRY & HEAVY released four albums, including a dub album mixed by KING JAMMY, and has become one of the leading dub bands in Japan. In 2005, she left DRY & HEAVY and went solo, releasing 4 albums: ROOTS CANDY (2006), M W (2007), Mairation (2009), and DUB IS […]
AlaptaWan Meet AlaptaWan, the electrifying artist from Ghana who’s taking the dancehall world by storm! With her unstoppable talent and fresh vision, AlaptaWan has mastered the art of fusing classic dancehall vibes with the vibrant energy of Afrobeats—the genre that’s redefining global music. Alaptawan, whose real name is Felicity Nketiah, is a dynamic Reggae and […]
Samora & Tamika Woman With “Woman,” singers Samora & Tamika present a profound anthem celebrating female strength, self-empowerment, and resilience. The song blends catchy pop melodies with reggae and soul influences, delivering a powerful message: Women rise, they fight, they heal – and they refuse to be oppressed. With poignant lyrics like “Never let dem […]
IRIE Twofers | Playlist #8 IRIE’s March 2025 edition of RELEASES is here as we continue our new playlist series called IRIE Twofers. This month, we feature Likkle Mai along with Zoe Mazah, AlaptaWan, and Samora + Tamika! Be sure to check back often as we update the playlists with artist tracks that become available […]
IRIE’s February 2025 issue is here, featuring four remarkable artists who represent the San Francisco Bay Area’s vibrant music and art scene: Lil Flower Nasti, Razteria, Z-Man, and ZOOLOOK! Lil Flower Nasti, a talented vocalist from the Bay Area, loves to explore various musical genres, which gives her music a rare and refreshing quality. With […]
Lil Flower Nasti Soul Rebel Lil Flower Nasti is excited to announce that her groundbreaking EP “The Evolution of Sarah” gets a radical reimagining this year in “The Evolution of Sarah (The Gallery Remixes).” This project, a collaboration with the global artist collective PNTGLLRYNTWRK, explores the original project through three distinct lenses: traditional, staying true […]
Razteria Soul Rebel In 2025, San Francisco Bay Area artist Razteria is set to embark on an ambitious musical journey, pushing the boundaries of genre and collaboration. Building upon the success of her 2024 album “Prowess Blossoming,” a project that seamlessly blended rock, indie, R&B, and pop elements, she continues to evolve her sound in […]
Z-Man Soul Rebel San Francisco native Z-Man recently released a double LP reissue of his masterpiece “Animal Slavery” on red vinyl in an “Old Style” gatefold jacket with hand-numbered inserts. With just a limited 500 pressed, this vinyl is a collectors’ item as an in-depth look at the treatment of animals throughout the world, presented […]
ZOOLOOK Soul Rebel After the successful release of his debut album, STONEFRENGE: Black in Space, in 2024, Multidisciplinary artist and musician ZOOLOOK continues his musical journey with a new concept album titled STONEFRENGE: Close Encounters. The release date is October 30, 2025! The artist also plans three new tracks to explore the current climate in […]
Avaran’s first stage show was in July 1997, when he opened for the famed late African Reggae Star Lucky Dube. It was this same year when the humble beginnings of the debut album “Short Rope” began taking shape. In October 1997, Avaran shared the stage with Luciano “The Messenger,” Sizzla, and Mikey General at the […]
Don Grant, a Jamaican composer, singer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, and producer of Caribbean Island Music, continues to create music that touches audiences and unites people from all over the world. Don’s ability to incorporate diverse influences into one cohesive piece is a testament to his artistry. His recent releases have earned him a place among a […]