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Length:
27 minutes
Released:
May 1, 2024
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

On the debut Episode of Rootsland's "Kingston to Cali" Host Henry K dials things back to 1973 a breakout year for Reggae Music, with the release of Jimmy Cliff's cult classic "The Harder they Come"and Bob Marley's first album on Island Records, "Catch A Fire." Reggae had an immediate global impact, but there was one super fan out in California that took his love for reggae to the next level, he also took his band, his friends, and his fans. Additional Commentary by Roger Steffens and Jesse JarnowProduced by Henry K in association with Voiceboxx Studio Red Hills, JamaicaVisit our website ROOTSLAND NATION Reggae Music, Podcast & MerchandiseListen to the Original Rootsland Podcast on your app of choice . Osiris Media The Leading Storyteller in Music Special thanks to Rogers Steffens, Lance Linare, Jenje Dennis, Jesse Jarnow and Rich Mahan, Dan Sheehan Intro by Kim Yamaguchi "Mixed up Moods" Jacob Miller "Pablo's Satta" Augustus Pablo "Concrete Jungle " The Wailers "The Harder they Come" Jerry Garcia Band "Johnny Too Bad" The Slickers "The Harder they Come" Jimmy Cliff
Released:
May 1, 2024
Format:
Podcast episode

Titles in the series (7)

This 6 episode podcast series Presented by Henry K and Rootsland delves into the rich history and evolution of reggae, tracing the path from it’s roots in Kingston, Jamaica to the current thriving “CaliRoots” scene in California. Each episode will focus on a different decade, starting with the 70’s and how a hippy movement disgruntled about the way rock and roll sold out, embraced this refreshing and authentic Island sound. The series will break down the key artists, events, and cultural influences that shaped reggae’s progression over time and why California became such fertile ground for the Island sound