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Reggae-Hour

Reggae-Hour is a roots culture podcast and media platform dedicated to reggae music, Rastafarian teachings, and deep dives into the history of the African Diaspora. We feed listeners seeking peace and I-nity (unity) through ska, lovers rock, and reggae while raising our voices for social justice across the globe. Each episode is purposefully filled with artist interviews, reggae history, and stories that bring the lyrics—and the movement—to life.🎙️ Past guests include:🔥 I-Octane – Bringing fire to

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57:46

Is Music Broken Seth Caro on AI, Value, & Why...

Reggae-Hour ·

2026/02/11

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

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83:00

They Shot Him — Two Days Later Bob Marley Changed...

Reggae-Hour ·

2026/02/06

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

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63:59

The Man Who Invented Dub: King Tubby, Sound Systems &...

Reggae-Hour ·

2026/01/30

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,

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81:08

When the Drum Goes Quiet: How Sly Dunbar Disciplined...

Reggae-Hour ·

2026/01/27

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,

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85:34

Coxsone Dodd Built Studio One — But Who Really Made...

Reggae-Hour ·

2026/01/27

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

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78:07

Winter Soldiers: Keeping the Fire Burning When the...

Reggae-Hour ·

2026/01/25

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,

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53:14

Fight For Yu Right: Why Culture’s Message Still Hits...

Reggae-Hour ·

2026/01/23

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

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66:46

Rest in Power Cat Coore: The Quiet Prophet Behind...

Reggae-Hour ·

2026/01/19

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 HONORBefore 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 "96 Degrees in

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46:11

15 Years of Fire: Blaz’em on Rastafari, Roots Reggae...

Reggae-Hour ·

2026/01/19

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,

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63:32

The World Is Trouble Three Days of Roots, Reason &...

Reggae-Hour ·

2026/01/18

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

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62:35

Religion, Redemption & Royal Bloodlines | Faith...

Reggae-Hour ·

2026/01/18

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

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64:33

Jah Glory & Divine Kingship: Music, Majesty, and...

Reggae-Hour ·

2026/01/18

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

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66:08

Freedom, Nineveh & Babylon Exposed — Truth in Sound |...

Reggae-Hour ·

2026/01/18

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,

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62:36

“Forward to Freedom: Reggae Speaks Truth on Gaza —...

Reggae-Hour ·

2026/01/18

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

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60:18

“Marcus Garvey to Traoré: Africa Rising, Babylon Fading”

Reggae-Hour ·

2026/01/17

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

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77:46

Queens of the Fire: The Women Who Carried Reggae...

Reggae-Hour ·

2026/01/17

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

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67:32

Cloth, Crown & Consciousness: How Reggae Wears...

Reggae-Hour ·

2026/01/17

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

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63:25

Roots, Healing & i-tal Wisdom: Food, Fire &...

Reggae-Hour ·

2026/01/17

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

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62:20

When the Big Stage Goes Quiet, the Culture Speaks Louder

Reggae-Hour ·

2026/01/16

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

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64:56

Rise Up & Roots Heritage - Reggae-Hour Salute

Reggae-Hour ·

2026/01/16

Episode 4 — Rise Up & Roots HeritageMusic 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

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