Released 2014
Riddim Cd #74
No MaddzThe evolution of No Maddz in Riddim Cd #74
Riddim Cd #74- Album Overview The album "Riddim Cd #74" by No Maddz is a compelling showcase of contemporary Jamaican…
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Released 2004
Riddim Clash
Twilight CircusRiddim Clash: exploring the world of Twilight Circus
Riddim Clash- Album Overview Released in 2003, "Riddim Clash" is a significant entry in the contemporary reggae and d…
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Released 1995
Right Time
HypnotixInside Right Time by Hypnotix-Right Time
Album overview Hypnotix's album "Right Time" was released in 1999 under the label Reprise Records. This album showcas…
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Released 1976
Right Time
The Mighty DiamondsExploring the sound of The Mighty Diamonds: Right Time
Right Time- Album Overview The Mighty Diamonds' album "Right Time" was released in 1976 and stands as a cornerstone o…
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Released 1980
Righteous Are The Conqueror
Michael ProphetRighteous Are The Conqueror: discovering Michael Prophet's artistry
Righteous Are The Conqueror- Album Overview "Righteous Are The Conqueror" is a seminal reggae album by Michael Prophe…
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Released 1979
Ring My Bell / Dub My Bell
Blood SistersAlbum spotlight: Blood Sisters – Ring My Bell / Dub My Bell
Ring My Bell / Dub My Bell- Album Overview "Ring My Bell / Dub My Bell" is a notable release by the duo Blood Sisters…
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Released 2007
Ring The Alarm (relick) / You Don't Know (rel
DJ HereticCheck the vibes: DJ Heretic – Ring The Alarm (relick) / You Don't Know (rel
Ring The Alarm (relick) / You Don't Know (rel- Album Overview DJ Heretic's "Ring The Alarm (relick) / You Don’t …
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Released 1990
Ringo the Gringo
Laurel AitkenUnpacking Laurel Aitken-Ringo the Gringo's Ringo the Gringo
Album overview Laurel Aitken, often referred to as the "Godfather of Ska," released "Ringo the Gringo" in 1980, a not…
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Released 1995
Rinsin Lyrics
The Ragga TwinsReview of The Ragga Twins – Rinsin Lyrics
Rinsin Lyrics- Album Overview "Rinsin Lyrics" is a seminal album by the British duo The Ragga Twins, released in 1994…
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Released 2012
Rise
ShaggyShaggy – Rise: track-by-track perspective
Rise- Album Overview Released on June 10, 2022, "Rise" is Shaggy's 12th studio album, marking a significant addition …
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Released 2011
Rise Again
Lee Scratch PerryInside Rise Again by Lee Scratch Perry
Rise Again- Album Overview Released in 2020, "Rise Again" is a posthumous album by the legendary Jamaican reggae prod…
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Released 1994
Rise and Shine
AswadUnpacking Aswad-Rise and Shine's Rise and Shine
Album overview Aswad's "Rise and Shine," released in 1984, is an influential album that captures the essence of regga…
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Released 1995
Rise and Shine Again!
AswadRise and Shine Again!: A Critique of Aswad's Latest Album
Aswad is a British reggae band that has been active since the late 1970s. They have released several albums over the …
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Released 2007
Rise Them Up
CapletonThe evolution of Capleton in Rise Them Up
Rise Them Up- Album Overview Released in 2014, "Rise Them Up" marks a significant chapter in the storied career of Ca…
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Released 2003
Rise To The Occasion
SizzlaCheck the vibes: Sizzla – Rise To The Occasion
Rise To The Occasion- Album Overview "Rise To The Occasion" is a powerful album by Jamaican reggae artist Sizzla Kalo…
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Released 2019
Rise Up
SizzlaCheck the vibes: Sizzla – Rise Up
Rise Up- Album Overview Sizzla Kalonji, a prominent figure in the reggae and dancehall scene, released his album "Ris…
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Released 2001
Rise Up
The Mighty DiamondsThe Mighty Diamonds – Rise Up: a sonic journey
Rise Up- Album Overview "Rise Up," released in 2021, marks a significant addition to The Mighty Diamonds’ illustrious…
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Released 1991
Rising Above Bedlam
Jah Wobble's Invaders of the HeartExploring the sound of Jah Wobble's Invaders of the Heart-Rising Above Bedlam: Rising Above Bedlam
Album overview Jah Wobble, a pioneering figure in the post-punk music scene, released “Rising Above Bedlam” in 1991 u…
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Released 1986
Rising Sun
Augustus PabloInside Rising Sun by Augustus Pablo-Rising Sun
Album overview Augustus Pablo's "Rising Sun," released in 1971, is a seminal album in the genre of reggae and dub mus…
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Released 2003
Rita Marley Sings Bob Marley… And Friends
Rita MarleyListening guide: Rita Marley's Rita Marley Sings Bob Marley… And Friends
Rita Marley Sings Bob Marley… And Friends- Album Overview Rita Marley Sings Bob Marley… And Friends, released in 1996…
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Released 0
Roast Fish Collie Weed
Lee Scratch PerryCheck the vibes: Lee Scratch Perry-Roast Fish Collie Weed – Roast Fish Collie Weed
Album overview Released in 1978, "Roast Fish Collie Weed" is a seminal reggae album by the legendary Lee Scratch Perr…
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Released 1978
Roast Fish Collie Weed & Corn Bread
Lee Scratch PerryLee Scratch Perry experiments boldly on Roast Fish Collie Weed & Corn Bread
Roast Fish Collie Weed & Corn Bread- Album Overview "Roast Fish Collie Weed & Corn Bread," released in 1978, …
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Released 2007
Robin Hood
Barrington LevyRobin Hood of Music – A of Barrington Levy's Album
Reggae music has been the heart and soul of many people worldwide. The rhythm, the bass, and the essence it carries b…
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Released 1985
Rock & Calypso
Echo MinottRock & Calypso: the next chapter for Echo Minott
Rock & Calypso- Album Overview Echo Minott, a prominent figure in the reggae and dancehall scenes, released his l…
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Released 1980
Rock Holy
Big YouthThe evolution of Big Youth-Rock Holy in Rock Holy
Album overview Big Youth-Rock Holy, an innovative fusion of reggae and rock influences, released their album "Rock Ho…
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Released 1985
Rock It A Ready
Bobby MelodyRock It A Ready: the story Bobby Melody wants to tell
Rock It A Ready- Album Overview Bobby Melody's "Rock It A Ready" is a vibrant addition to the contemporary rock lands…
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Released 1993
Rock me
Judy MowattThe evolution of Judy Mowatt-Rock me in Rock me
Album overview Judy Mowatt, a prominent figure in reggae music and a key member of the I Threes, released her influen…
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Released 1982
Rock Me Gentle
Eric DonaldsonEric Donaldson – Rock Me Gentle: track-by-track perspective
Rock Me Gentle- Album Overview Released in 1975, "Rock Me Gentle" is a seminal album by Jamaican reggae artist Eric D…
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Released 1998
Rock On
Al CampbellCheck the vibes: Al Campbell – Rock On
Rock On- Album Overview "Rock On," released in 1981, is a seminal reggae album by Al Campbell that showcases his dist…
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Released 1974
Rock The Boat
Inner CircleAlbum spotlight: Inner Circle-Rock The Boat – Rock The Boat
Album overview Inner Circle's "Rock The Boat" is a quintessential reggae album that showcases the band's signature so…
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Released 1995
Rock With Me
Johnny ClarkeDiving deep into Rock With Me by Johnny Clarke
Rock With Me- Album Overview "Rock With Me," released in 1975, is a seminal reggae album by Johnny Clarke, a prominen…
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Released 1975
Rock With Me Baby
Johnny ClarkeReview of Johnny Clarke – Rock With Me Baby
Rock With Me Baby- Album Overview Released in 1975, "Rock With Me Baby" is a seminal reggae album by Johnny Clarke, a…
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