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The Reggae Groove podcast series about reggae culture
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Rub A Dub Styling
Honoring the rich, up-tempo rhythm of rub-a-dub.
Rub A Dub is connected to the reggae and dancehalls golden age. Using an upbeat tempo is key to rub-a-dub.
With lyrics that celebrate the power of music to move the body and soul, the lyrics Drop It in a Rub-a-Dub Styling invite listeners to let go, feel the rhythm, and immerse themselves in reggae’s most infectious grooves.
Pass It On
An expression of the spiritual bond between Ganja and the divine.
Beyond requesting illumination, the song explains how to use the sacred herb to reach higher consciousness and deepen one’s relationship with Jah.
“Pass me Jah lighter,” the essential word, represents the holy spark—an invitation to inner calm and enlightenment through the smoking ritual. The song embraces the Rastafarian belief that Ganja is a gateway to wisdom, unity, and spiritual awakening.
Love Sweet Love
This song carries deeper meaning than expected.
The song expresses unadulterated love for reggae music but also shares a belief in Jah will guide us in life.
For those who find freedom and greater resolution in the heartbeat of reggae, Love Sweet Love is an anthem with a smooth groove, rich harmonies, and a positive atmosphere.
Divine Intervention
This roots reggae number emphasises world issues.
It asks Jah for help to overcome the problems we face in the world today.
The song acknowledges that although we all try to be decent people, we frequently fail.. With deep emotion, it calls upon Jah for guidance, asking for his intervention to bring healing, strength, and hope.
Passionate vocals and an infectious groove carry Divine Intervention’s message of faith and resilience while reminding us that we remain connected to one another even during difficult moments.
Broke It
Pays Respect to Constance Cummings-John
A trailblazing politician and women’s rights advocate, she broke down boundaries in Sierra Leone.
As the first woman to join a municipal council and later the first female mayor of Freetown, she broke through societal limitations, paving the way for future generations.
She later joined the Labour Party in the UK to Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament.
We honor Ms Cummings-Johns’ fighting spirit and commitment to justice. Broke It pays tribute to a defiant woman who changed history.
Broke It – Live
For those who prefer raw, unfiltered live footage, you will find it here. MAD Collective connection footage full of vibes, and fresh off the Nimbin stage!
Check out this raw fan-captured clip from MardiGrass 2025.
The video features young gun Skye (just 18!) holding down the bass.
The vid is messy, magic, and raw – it’s Mad.
Click here if you wanna see the real roots?
Reggae Genres Explained
A Deep Dive into Ska, Rocksteady, Dub, Roots & Dancehall
Join us for a laid-back, engaging podcast where we chat about the different flavors of reggae — from the upbeat bounce of ska to the deep grooves of dub and the fire of dancehall.
We talk about where each style came from, how they’ve changed over time, and what makes them unique.
Whether you’re just getting into reggae or you’ve been groovin’ to it for years, there’s something here for you.
The Essence of Reggae
5 Key Characteristics
Dive into the heart of reggae! This video uncovers the 5 key characteristics defining reggae’s unique sound, from its distinctive rhythm and prominent bass to its powerful lyrics and cultural impact, all rooted in 1960s Jamaica.
Reggae Instruments: The Sound Behind the Music
Introduction: Reggae Instruments Make the Sound From the laid-back riddims of Bob Marley to the deep dub grooves of King Tubby, reggae has a signature sound that is instantly recognizable. But what gives reggae music its infectious pulse and irie vibe? The answer lies in its distinct array of reggae instruments—each playing a unique role…
The Echo Chamber: The History of Dub Music
Introduction: What Is Dub Music? To understand the global soundscape of modern music — from remix culture to electronic beats — you have to start in a small Kingston studio in the late 1960s. This is where Dub music was born. But what is Dub music exactly? Dub is more than a subgenre of reggae….
Bob Marley and His Profound Influence on Reggae
Introduction: The Man Who Made Reggae a Global Language Few names in music history carry the weight and universal resonance of Bob Marley. When people ask, “What was Bob Marley known for?” or “Why was Bob Marley important?”—The response reverberates through decades of sound, hope, and transformation. Marley was more than a singer. He was…
Jamaican Sound Systems: How Jamaican Toasting & DJ Culture Conquered the World
Introduction: The Rise of Reggae Sound Systems Before reggae conquered the world stage, its powerful rhythms boomed from hand-built speakers on the vibrant streets of Kingston, Jamaica. The reggae sound systems, which were large, movable sets that brought music, messages, and movement straight to the people, were at the center of this vibrant street culture….
Grammy for Best Reggae Album: Reggae’s Most Prestigious Award
Introduction: Reggae’s Golden Moment Reggae is more than just a genre; it’s a movement, a heartbeat, and a universal language of resistance and rhythm. And when reggae’s finest gather each year for the Grammy Awards, the world tunes in to see which album will be crowned Best Reggae Album. From the first Grammy for Best…
Reggae Dance Styles Explained: How to Groove to Every Beat
Introduction: Feel the Rhythm, Move Your Soul When you hear a reggae beat, something stirs in your body before your brain even catches up. It’s that offbeat rhythm, the deep pulse of the bass, the ancestral echo that says: move. Reggae dance styles are more than steps — they’re an invitation to feel, connect, and…