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Marcus Garvey helped shape the expectation of African redemption, but the historical record does not show that he endorsed Haile Selassie as God, Messiah, or the specific king foretold in the famous prophecy attributed to him. Two major African Diaspora figures whose legacies became connected through Rastafari interpretation. Few statements are more closely associated with the origins of Rastafari than the famous instruction attributed to Marcus Garvey: “Look to Africa, when a Black king shall be crowned, for the day of deliverance is near.” In the popular telling, Garvey delivered the prophecy, Haile Selassie was crowned Emperor of Ethiopia in 1930, and the prediction was fulfilled. That narrative carries deep spiritual and cultural meaning within Rastafari. Historically, however, the relationship between Garvey, Selassie, and the prophecy is more complicated. Garvey did not publicly declare Haile Selassie to be God, the returned...

The Kenyan Reggae Artist Turning Life's Struggles into Songs of Hope By Zionya | Reggae Hour Podcast Every meaningful reggae story begins long before the first song is written. Sometimes it begins with hard work. Sometimes it begins with disappointment. And sometimes it begins with a person refusing to allow life's setbacks to become the final chapter of their story. That is what makes the journey of Bismart Official , also known as Bismart Kenya , so compelling. Known off stage as Renson Bosco , he represents a generation of African artists who understand that reggae is more than entertainment. It is a language of hope, resilience, reflection, and community. His story is not built around fame or flashy headlines. Instead, it is rooted in discipline, perseverance, honest work, and the courage to begin again after life takes an unexpected turn. For listeners searching for music that carries both heart and purpose, Bismart Official is building a path that deser...

Reggae Hour Artist Spotlight From Kingston roots and hard-earned resilience to independent label ownership and an anticipated new album, Young Garvey is building a reggae career grounded in authenticity, purpose, and positive storytelling. Young Garvey brings conscious reggae and uplifting energy to the stage. Live Interview Watch Young Garvey on Reggae Hour Tuesday, July 28, 2026 at 1:00 PM ET Watch on the Reggae Hour YouTube Channel From Kingston to the World Growing up in Kingston, Jamaica, Fabian Findley—better known to reggae fans as Young Garvey —developed an appreciation for music long before stepping onto a stage. Born on March 17, 1980 , he was raised by his mother alongside two sisters in a family where music was woven into everyday life. One of his earliest influences came from his aunt, a member of the renowned Jamaican gospel group The Grace Thrillers . Hearing powerful harmonies and inspirational songs from an ea...

Babylon always chasing the next big thing. One minute everybody running after one sound. Next minute dem gone somewhere else. But dub? Dub never chase anybody. Dub stand firm. That same spirit returns on July 24, 2026 , when Arizona dub artist Rastahari releases his newest single, Respect O'Clock , the second release from his forthcoming album Dub Developer . Respect Is Always On Time The title alone says plenty. Respect is not something you schedule when convenient. Respect is something you carry every day. And if you have spent enough time listening to real dub, from the laboratories of King Tubby to the fearless experiments of Lee "Scratch" Perry, you already know that respect is the first ingredient before the first echo ever touches the tape. The Journey Continues Respect O'Clock follows the encouraging response to Dub Earth , the first glimpse into what promises to be another thoughtful chapter in Rastahari's musical journ...

Imar Shephard: From St. Thomas to the World Jamaica has long produced artists whose voices carry more than melody; they carry history, resilience, faith, and hope. One of the voices continuing that tradition is Imar Shephard , a singer-songwriter from Cedar Valley in St. Thomas whose music blends roots reggae, lovers rock, and contemporary reggae with heartfelt storytelling. Reggae Hour is honored to welcome Imar Shephard for an upcoming exclusive interview where we will explore the experiences, inspirations, and journey behind his growing catalog of music. Growing Up in St. Thomas Born and raised in Cedar Valley, St. Thomas, Jamaica, Imar's musical journey began through church and community performances. Those early experiences helped shape a voice rooted in authenticity and a message centered on positivity, perseverance, and faith. After relocating to Kingston, he continued developing his craft, performing with the touring band Crucial before establishing himself as a sol...

From Ghana’s Western Region, an emerging reggae voice is beginning to introduce himself to listeners beyond his immediate community. Frank Osei Nyarko, known publicly as Black 2ic , is a publicly traceable independent reggae artist associated with Sekondi-Takoradi in Ghana. His developing musical identity is centered on conscious reggae, African unity and the responsibility of music to awaken rather than merely entertain. His song “Desire of Ages” presents the clearest public introduction to that mission. The record is beginning to attract online attention through platforms such as Audiomack, YouTube and social media. Black 2ic is still at an emerging stage, and the available public record does not support presenting him as an established global star. What the evidence does reveal is an artist attempting to carry a message from Takoradi toward Africa and the wider diaspora. That message deserves careful attention. A Reggae Voice Emerging from Western Ghana Black 2ic’s st...

“This is Redeemm, and I’m here to give you the key to your caged mind.” For Jamaican reggae artist, songwriter, educator and social commentator Redeemm , music is not simply entertainment. It is a vessel for information, spiritual nourishment, historical awareness and mental liberation. Born Earle Morrison in Spanish Town, St. Catherine, Jamaica, Redeemm has built his artistic identity around one central purpose: awakening people mentally, spiritually, culturally and historically. On Wednesday, July 15, 2026, at 12:00 PM Jamaica Time , Redeemm joins Reggae Hour for an exclusive interview about his life, his music, his twelve-track album Key for Caged Minds , and his mission to use reggae as a tool for education and freedom. Reggae Hour Exclusive Interview Guest: Redeemm Date: Wednesday, July 15, 2026 Time: 12:00 PM Jamaica Time Watch: Reggae Hour From Spanish Town to a Life of Service Redeemm was born on December 12, 1976, and grew up between Tred...