Reggae Vibes

17/12/2025

| Listening to both versions of 'I Can See Clearly Now' really shows how two strong voices can shape the same tune in their own way. Cliff's celebrated cover of Johnny Nash’s 1972 hit 'I Can See Clearly Now' was featured on the soundtrack of the 1993 film ‘Cool Runnings’. Recorded in London alongside musicians from the Fabulous Five Inc., the original song has that bounce in its riddim, light but steady. Pure niceness. .

Cover Culture: Jimmy Cliff / Johnny Nash - I Can See Clearly Now | Which one resonates with you the most? The original or the cover?

17/12/2025

| Produced by who else, the inimitable King Jammy, Frankie Paul's digitally reissued 'Live And Love' is a 10 piece of lava heat is what’s needed to get through the winter doldrums for those of us not fortunate enough to experience shorts weather year-round.
VP Records

Frankie Paul - Live And Love | As is usually the case with a Frankie Paul release, there is no filler here.

17/12/2025

| Step into the heart of reggae history with the in-depth interview with Anthony Johnson, filmed at the Buzwakk Studios. A true icon, Anthony Johnson opens up about his incredible musical journey — from Trenchtown beginnings to global recognition.

Reggae Interviews speaks with Anthony Johnson | Step into the heart of reggae history with this in-depth interview with Anthony Johnson!

16/12/2025

Ska is alive and kicking in Kingston again. Skaracha, a brand-new, fully self-contained nine-piece band, have released a proper two-track 7" single on Tip Top Records.

New Release: Skaracha - Stuck In My Head / Deep Within Me | Debut single from Jamaica’s first homegrown ska band since the 1960s.

16/12/2025

After battling the effects of four strokes over the last three years, the respected St Mary–born reggae singer passed away on Friday, December 12, 2025. He was 65. Rest in Power!

Hopeton James passed away on December 12, 2025, at the age of 65, after having battled with serious health issues in recent years.

16/12/2025

With 'Classeeks', Carl Meeks takes us straight back to the heartbeat of classic dancehall. It’s a digital-only release by Rub A Dub Mrkt, built as a respectful nod to the era that first put Meeks on the map in the 1980s.

Carl Meeks - Classeeks | A digital-only dancehall time trip led by Carl Meeks and classic riddims reborn for today.

15/12/2025

Enjoy listening to these and other tracks featured in our new edition of Reggae Vibes Spotify playlist: PICKS OF THE WEEK, compiled by the Reggae Vibes crew.
https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2cVYpB1Mdi7KGwgBKUIpLB

15/12/2025

Reggae Vibes Spotify Playlist #148 | It's a mix of fresh, brand-new tunes, all your favorite reggae classics, deep dub sounds, and a stack of other musical treasures. Crank it up and catch a vibe!

Reggae Vibes Spotify Playlist #148- Picks Of The Week. A playlist of tunes released in the previous week and several other goodies.

15/12/2025

Chronixx holds spot No.1 with 'Exile', while Green Lion & Roots Radics' 'Dancehall Of Horrors' and '5' by Bulby York swap positions No.2 and No.3. Noami Cowan's 'Welcome To Paradise' jumps from position 7 to 4. Jesse Royal's 'No Place Like Home' goes down to No.5. New entries from Augustus Pablo, Alborosie, Masive Dread, and Ranking Dread. And some serious climbers like Perfect Giddimani, Lone Ark, Joe Gibbs & The Professionals, and T.O.K.
Cherry Red Records Chronixx Dub Shepherds Greensleeves Records Hollie Cook Irie Ites Lila Iké VP Records

Reggae Vibes Top 20 / December 14, 2025 | Chronixx holds the top slot while Green Lion & Roots Radics swap places with Bulby York.

14/12/2025

The EP serves up three instrumentals, two dub cuts, and one vocal tune featuring the voices of Aston Barrett Jr. and Tyrone Downie.

New release: Aston Familyman Barrett - Music Anthem Live | The EP serves up three instrumentals, two dub cuts, and one vocal tune.

14/12/2025

The new JA Dancehall Chart has three non-movers at the top. ‘All Ova’ stays at No. 1, ‘You Remind Me’ holds firm at No. 2 as does ‘Stay To Myself’ at spot No. 5. ‘Paradox Pt 2’ goes up to No.3, while 'Wah Yo Deh Pan' claims the No. 4 position. Further down, Chronic Law's 'NY Girls' and Bandit 7teen & Chuck Starr's 'Cheese In Jeans' drop out the chart, but Tommy Lee Sparta's 'Control' and Masicka's 'Revelation' step in strong with their entries at No.23 and No.24 respectively.

Jamaica's Dancehall Chart Top 25 is compiled by Richard “Richie B” Burgess, Jamaica based veteran Broadcaster and Entertainment Personality.

14/12/2025

The new JA Reggae Chart brings only few shifts. ‘Special Lady’ stays at No.1 and so does ‘Forever Grateful’ at position 2. ‘Love Story’ rises to No.3, while ‘Feel It’ is a non-mover at position No.4. ‘Exile’ moves into 5 and adds a fresh touch to the top bracket. Further down, ‘Hustling In My Blood’ leaves the chart, but Tony Roy enters the chart with ‘On My Mind’ at 24.

Jamaica's Reggae Chart Top 25 is compiled by Richard “Richie B” Burgess, Jamaica based veteran Broadcaster and Entertainment Personality.