Jamaican State of Mind host, Nick, joins the team to discuss their opinions on the most underrated artists in Reggae and Dancehall.Mentioned in this episode: Agent Sasco (formerly Assassin), Tanya Stephens, Masicka, Cham (formerly Baby Cham), Frisko Kid, Agent Sasco (Assassin), Louie Culture, Sugar Minott, Roundhead, Mr. Lexx (formerly Lexxus), Merciless, Junior Cat, Bushman, Tony Curtis, Demarco.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/reggae-lover/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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Top 5 Most Underrated Reggae / Dancehall Artists

We all know by now that Pacific Reggae is a thing, but after his first trip to Hawaii, Kahlil Wonda gained a whole new perspective.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/reggae-lover/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Why Pacific Reggae Is Massive and Is Here To Stay

The hardest part for any real Reggae Lover is choosing WHO deserves to be in the TOP FIVE.Hear Kahlil and AGARD’s list of the top five juggling selectors of all time and discover their secrets to success. But before they present their list, what do you think it should be? Should technical skill matter the most or the showmanship? How much influence should one have in the selector’s community? Did they forget your favorite juggler?Here’s their combined list you’ve been waiting for -Fire Links - Veteran dancehall producer/selector Fire Links brings the heat every night. His 2016 collaboration with Kanye West titled Waves has debuted at number 71 on the Billboard Hot 100.Walshy Fire - Leighton Paul Walsh (Walshy Fire) is a Jamaican American DJ, MC, and record producer who is better known as part of the dancehall reggae-influenced group Major Lazer alongside fellow DJs Diplo and Ape Drums.Steelie Bashment - Steelie Bashment ( Dwayne “Steelie Bashment” McKay) is a popular selector from NYC whose Steelie Bashment Sound System set out on a mission to not only play music but to be a leading force in Reggae and Caribbean music entertainment worldwide.Super Twitch - Dancehall selector who always has electric energy. Twitch rose to prominence as a star on Afrique Sound before going solo.Rory - Rory Gilligan aka Rory Stonelove! Few have a better reputation for juggling than Rory. He is the long-time anchor of Jamaica’s most celebrated sound system, the Stone Love Movement.Sky Juice - Sky Juice is a Veteran selector and World-Clash winner, the frontman of Jamaica&#39;s Year-to-year sound, Metromedia.Tony Matterhorn - Tony Matterhorn is a dancehall reggae deejay and sound system selector from Kingston, Jamaica. He was featured on our Top 5 for Sound Clash selectors as well.Connect with Us! Our Website Kahlil Wonda Website | Twitter | Instagram | YouTube AGARD Twitter | Instagram  If you enjoyed listening to this episode, please help us reach more Reggae Lovers like you!Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/reggae-lover/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Top Five Juggling Selectors of All Time

The pandemic has affected both reggae and dancehall artists in more ways than one - we either have people shelving their releases or see artists putting out as much as possible to see if they can make a hit.That is why, in this episode, we decided to talk to Diego Herrera, Music Curator and Programmer, about Staying Power in Reggae and Dancehall and the changes we’re observing in the same today.For as long as he can remember, Diego has loved music. His interest in different musical genres led to a career working for streaming giant Pandora as their Reggae and Caribbean Music Curator and Programmer, creating playlists and stations for over 50 million streamers.Here are a few of the takeaways on Staying Power from Diego - ● Quality and not quantity is all that should matter to artists.● It would be best to consider an artist’s versatility while deciding the staying power - having that versatility helps you stand out and survive the onslaught of all the releases and noise. ● One hit song is all it takes to get you to the top of the artist’s community.● It helps to have a team around you and to be positive.Here’s a few artists mentioned in the episode!Bounty Killer Rodney Basil Price is a Jamaican reggae and dancehall deejay. AllMusic describes him as "one of the most aggressive dancehall stars of the &#39;90s, a street-tough rude boy with an unrepentant flair for gun talk". He is considered one of the best dancehall lyricists of all time.SizzlaMiguel Orlando Collins is a Jamaican reggae recording artist. He is one of the most commercially and critically successful contemporary reggae artists and is noted for his high number of releases.Vybz KartelAdidja Azim Palmer is a Jamaican reggae dancehall recording artist, composer, record producer, and entrepreneur.Sean Paul Sean Paul Ryan Francis Henriques OD is a Jamaican rapper, singer, and record producer who is regarded as one of the genre&#39;s most prolific artists.PopcaanAndre Hugh Sutherland is a Jamaican deejay, singer, and songwriter from the parish of St. Thomas.Buju BantonMark Anthony Myrie is a Jamaican reggae dancehall recording artist. He is widely considered one of the most significant and well-regarded artists in Jamaican music.SpiceGrace Latoya Hamilton is a Jamaican dancehall recording artist, singer, and songwriter. Referred to as the "Queen of Dancehall", Spice is recognized as one of the most prominent dancehall artists in the world.Cardi BBelcalis Marlenis Almánzar is an American rapper and actress.ProtojeOje Ken Ollivierre is a contemporary reggae singer and songwriter from Jamaica.Jeremy HardingJeremy Harding is a Jamaican musician, producer, and engineer. He was the manager for Jamaican reggae artist Sean Paul until 2011. He also produced for artists Beenie Man, Bounty Killer, Tanto Metro and Devonte.DemarcoCollin Demar Edwards is a Jamaican dancehall and reggae recording artistCharly Black Desmond Méndez is a Jamaican reggae and dancehall singer, selector, and singjay.RihannaRobyn Rihanna Fenty is a Barbadian singer, actress, fashion designer, and businesswoman.Connect with Us!Our Website Connect with Diego Herrera! Diego’s LinkedIn If you enjoyed listening to this episode, please help us reach more Reggae Lovers like you!Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/reggae-lover/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Staying Power in Reggae and Dancehall

Reggae Lover Podcast episode with Kahlil Wonda and AGARD listing their Top Five Selectors in Soundclash history.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/reggae-lover/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The Top 5 Sound Clash Selectors of All Time

Jamaicans have reached different parts of the world, generating a sensation with our music, and let me tell you what, Jamaicans get chart love.Singers like Sean Paul, Shaggy, Sean Kingston, Carl Douglas, and many others have put Jamaica&#39;s name rising above with their music. In 2015 an article published by the Billboard Hot 100 positioned these artists as the audience favorites, not only in Jamaica but also internationally. But not everything has to do with artists. Jamaican producers also shine with their talent producing big hits inside and outside the country.In this episode, we will talk to you about artists, producers, and the economic problems existing in the music world. Is everybody receiving their part of the revenues? Find out in today&#39;s episode.SUMMARY• Tyshane Thompson co-wrote "Having Our Way" with Drake and debuts at 15 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.• "CULTURE III" by Migos and "Jordi" by Maroon 5 albums feature Jamaican producers.• Artists need millions of streams to make a good profit.• Pandora paid Pharrell Williams just $ 6300 for 105 million plays, which says a lot about the music industry&#39;s current state.• Some of the artists who defined reggae culture were the Marley family, Freddie McGregor&#39;s family, and Shaggy. You&#39;ll always see the same people on the charts over and over.• The current population of Jamaica is 2,974,880.• Producers prefer to work with recognized artists than locals.• In the United States, there is a higher profit margin for producers than in Jamaica.• On the creative side, music needs to diversify.• Currently, in the music industry, there are legal loopholes in copyrights.• Jamaicans performing on Billboard Top 100 international charts include:Carl Douglas - Kung fu fighting.Shaggy - It wasn&#39;t me.Sean Paul - Temperature and Get Busy.Sean Kingston - Beautiful Girl and You Owe Me One.Omi - CheerleaderQUOTABLES• "Artist, be true to yourself but, you have to understand this is also a business."• "Labels they&#39;re not gonna work with people who are gonna be wasting their time."RECOMMENDED RESOURCES• Pandora Paid Pharrell Just $6300 For 105 Million “Happy” Plays• "CULTURE III" by Migos and "Jordi" by Maroon 5 feature Jamaican producers.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/reggae-lover/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Jamaicans Getting Love on Billboard Charts

Season 8 opens with an overdue Top 5 list from the Reggae Lover hosts - their Top 5 Dancehall Sound Systems of All Time.We discuss the criteria used in selecting these top reggae sounds aka DJ teams. These lists include juggling sounds, clash sounds, Jamaican-based sounds, "Foreign" sounds, foundation/rub-a-dub sounds, and all-purpose sound systems. Respect goes out to all the Jamaican Sound Systems out there and of course all the fans.During this analysis the need for a separate top selectors list became apparent. Look out for that topic to be covered in-depth during a separate upcoming episode. Also, moving forward we will be adding the video format so look out for links to those shows on our Youtube channel.Mentioned in this discussion: Downbeat The Ruler, LP International, King Addies, Stone Love Movement, Killamanjaro, Bass Odyssey, Kozmik Movements, Studio One, Stur Mars, Mighty Crown, Highlanda Sound, King AP, King Stur Gav, Afrique, King Jammys.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/reggae-lover/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Top 5 Dancehall Sound Systems of All Time

A continuation of the historical episode in which we described the foundation of Highlanda Sound. This part of the conversation recaps our first gigs and the years that followed. In the late &#39;90s, the three young lions that started Highlanda Sound vowed to become one of the most dangerous sound systems that played mostly 45s. They committed to learning and practicing the arts of selecting and juggling in the dancehall arena. They set out to bring a different level of energy to the scene in Atlanta. They prided themselves on being versatile enough to entertain any type of crowd.They accomplished all that and more. Listen to the evolution that led to this podcast.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/reggae-lover/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Reggae Lover History (Part 2)

Reggae Lover hosts, AGARD and Kahlil Wonda take time out to re-introduce themselves. They discuss who they are, where they come from, and how they got into the music industry. Part 1 of this "flashback" conversation.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/reggae-lover/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Reggae Lover History (Part 1)

The first guest appearance by Nick, Jamaican State of Mind podcast host. The Reggae Lover crew reminisces about the most trendsetting decade, the 90s. But why do we love the 90s so much? Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/reggae-lover/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Why We Love the 90s (Replay)

A replay of a classic focusing on the Best Non-Jamaican Reggae Artists.This Reggae Lover Podcast Episode (118) highlights the global reggae phenomenon. R.I.P to Akae Beka.Listen to the full mix here.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/reggae-lover/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Best Non-Jamaican Reggae Artists

Kahlil Wonda and AGARD share their personal TOP 5 Albums of All Time. These selections are not limited to reggae. This is the final new episode of Reggae Lover season 7.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/reggae-lover/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Top 5 Albums of All Time + Season Finale

Kahlil Wonda and AGARD discuss what they are listening to and how they are listening to it. Top song selections for the Summer of 2021 are listed.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/reggae-lover/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Best Summer Songs 2021

We discuss the need for more Caribbean representation on film and television. Cultural content is winning right now and our culture has yet to be properly documented. The Caribbean region is known for reggae and soca but there is a bounty of cultural aspects that are yet to be exploited. We sight current and historical examples of how and why we can and should go beyond the music and the "badman" stereotype. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/reggae-lover/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The Need for Caribbean Representation in Film

AGARD predicts parallels between the Roaring 20s (the decade of the 1920s) and the upcoming post-COVID19 period. We look back at some of the defining moments and technological advances from the pandemic era.Dedicated to Reggae Lovers - Hosted by Kahlil Wonda and AGARD, Reggae Lover (@ReggaeLoverPodcast) pulls back the curtain on the issues, back-stories, and adventures of the global reggae music phenomena.This reggae podcast features discussions on the culture, economics, and all things relatable to reggae lovers. Highlanda Sound produces this Caribbean podcast with new episodes every Monday.Find Kahlil Wonda and AGARD on Social Media:Instagram: @KahlilWonda @AOAgardTwitter: @ReggaeLoverPodCHECK OUT OUR WEBSITEFollow the ‘Reggae Lover Podcast’ Page:FacebookSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/reggae-lover/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The Roaring Twenties?

Hosted by Kahlil Wonda and AGARD, Reggae Lover is a weekly podcast that pulls back the curtain on the issues, insights, back-stories, and adventures of the biggest names in reggae. Discussions center around the culture, economics and all things relatable to reggae lovers.Support this podcast at — https://app.redcircle.com/shows/e3d849ce-11d2-4a9b-815a-ae30bae460e4/sponsor

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