DJ 745's 60 minute musical tribute to Donald 'Tabby' Shaw  and Fitzroy 'Bunny' Simpson RIP, two of the founding members of the longest standing vocal harmony group from Jamaica-The Mighty Diamonds. Tabby Diamond  was brutally gunned down on 29 March 2022 in a drive by shooting in Waterhouse, Jamaica and days later on 1 April 2022, Bunny Diamond passed away in hospital having suffered a stroke in 2015 and battling diabetes.

Featuring just a handful of musical gems from a career spanning over 5 decades and a replay of an interview with The Mighty Diamonds from 2018 reminiscing about the early days.

RIP

Tribute to Tabby and Bunny -Mighty Diamonds

The latest edition of  DJ 745's Irie Jamms Show live on Radio2Funky 95FM with the best in 2022 reggae and dancehall music and an interview with David 'Ram Jam' Rodigan talking about the Outlook Orchestra, World Clash and music festivals in 2022.

Brand new musical hotshots from Ernie Ranglin and Dean Fraser ft Big Youth, Jaz Elise, and Koffee as well as roots pressure straight from Jamaica ft. Ken Ellis and Milton Blake.

Riddim Juggling on 'Still Go A Dance' riddim ft. Christopher Ellis, Beres Hammond, Sizzla, Yami Bolo and Capleton on Ghetto Youths International.

Irie Jamms Show Radio2Funky 95FM -7 May 2022

Two hours of reggae music in a Black History Month Special from DJ 745 broadcast live on Radio2Funky 95FM.

Album tracks from Protoje 'Third time's The Charm', Kabaka Pyramid 'The Kalling', a hot new Tony Kelly remix from Skip Marley 'Changes' , something fresh from INi Kamoze, Leba Hibbert Thomas, Christopher Martin and a Romain Virgo single lifted from VP Records Strictly The Best 62 alongside some Black History Month Classics.  

In the second hour, one full hour of revives for Black History Month as we share the story of Satta Massagana in a replay of an interview with Bernard ‘Satta’ Collins of The Abyssinians from 2016. Music featured from Peter Tosh, Johnny Clarke, Big Youth, Jah Stitch, The Heptones, Black Uhuru and much more

Irie Jamms Show Radio2Funky 95FM -8 October 2022

The latest edition of the Irie Jamms Show on Radio2Funky for a NYE Reggae Party Nite!

This week, we play you two hours of reggae classics/anthems from yesteryear, some exclusives from the 745 dub box alongside the hits from 2022!

Expect to hear some reggae classics/anthems from Dennis Emmanuel Brown, Errol Dunkley Gregory Isaacs Tenor Saw, Iba MaHr Christopher Ellis, Aleighcia Scott, Tarrus Riley, Jesse Royal Morgan Heritage as well as some 80s dancehall and 90s roots. 

Best Wishes to you all for a healthy and prosperous 2023!

Irie Jamms Show Radio2Funky 95FM -31 December 2022

The latest Irie Jamms Show from DJ 745 with the best in 2023 reggae and dancehall music.

Two hours of new reggae music from Inner Circle, Mykal Rose, Freddie Mcgregor, Richie Spice, Norrisman  as well as a hot exclusive from VP Records ft Tarrus Riley taken from the forthcoming 'We Remember Bob Andy' compilation on VP Records!

Dancehall flavas ft. Chakademus, Pliers, Hawkeye, and Anthony RedRose.

Album tracks from Ginjah (The Message), Kabaka Pyramid (The Kalling)Megumi Mesaku (Stingray Records The Collection Vol 15) and Roots O'Clock ft Donovan Kingjay, Micah Shemaiah, Kulture D and Isha Bel.

All the usual features including an 80's Dancehall Classic from Lady G and Riddim Reloaded inspired by Beres Hammond.

Irie Jamms Show Radio2Funky 95FM -14 January 2023

The latest Irie Jamms Show from DJ 745 with the best in 2023 reggae and dancehall music.

Two hours of new reggae music from Bitty Mclean, Tony Curtis,Young Israelites Martei Korley, George Nooks and Luciano as well as a first play from the 'Want Some More' compilation -VP Records’ latest venture Gorgon Records  dedicated to preserving the legacy of Bunny ‘Striker’ Lee’s unparalleled career.

Ridding juggling on Ruff Cutt Records 'Bee Gee' riddim ft Ras Sherby, Peter Spence and Beres Hammond and Global Beats Studio 'Inna Dis Yah' riddim ft Inezi, Aza Lineage and Sizzla.

Grammy nominated album tracks from Koffee, Kabaka Pyramid, Protoje, Sean Paul and Shaggy and Roots O'Clock ft Mikey General, Earthkry, Sugar Minott /Irie Ites Records

All the usual features including an 80's Dancehall Classic from Dennis Brown and Riddim Reloaded inspired by Morgan Heritage ft. Belizean artist Eljai.

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Irie Jamms Show Radio2Funky 95FM -28 January 2023

It's the Valentines edition of the Irie Jamms Show from DJ 745 with the best in reggae and dancehall music.

Two hours of new reggae music from Morgan Heritage, Vershon, Bushman and Inezi, as well as a pre -release exclusive from Yaadcore 'Genuine' alongside some reggae love songs from Dennis Brown, Sanchez, Beres Hammond and many more!

Dancehall flavas from Penthouse Records 'Media Dolly' riddim ft Shuga, Exco Levi and Buju Banton.

Album/EP tracks from Mackeehan (Wings/Notes Of Passion), Kabaka Pyramid (The Kalling)EarthKry (Dandy Shandy) and Roots O'Clock ft  Micah Shemaiah, Green Lion Crew/ Iotosh, RikJam and Janeel Mills.

All the usual features including an 80's Dancehall Classic and Riddim Reloaded inspired by Slim Smith.

Irie Jamms Show Radio2Funky 95FM -11 February 2023

The latest Irie Jamms Show from DJ 745 with the best in 2023 reggae and dancehall music.

New music on the Reggae Hotlist from Queen Ifrica Busy Signal on Nuh Rush Records, Kelly Shane/ Busy Tads Records, MediSun Dyani XTM.Nation on the 'Special Request' riddim  and as well as an amazing new song from Aleighcia Scott produced by Rory Stone Love that will completely blow you away!

Album/EP tracks from Bulby York Music 'Time& Color',  Mackeehan Solomon(Wings/Notes Of Passion), VP Records 'We Remember Bob Andy' ft Nadine Sutherland and Romain Virgo, Indra 'Kingdom Call' REALITY SHOCK RECORDS and Roots O'Clock ft Azizzi Romeo, Macka B CHEZIDEK Irie Ites and riddim juggling on Global Beat Studios ft Aza Lineage Ineziflowofficial Khago as well as new productions from Adrian Donsome Hanson and Bread Back Productions

All the usual features including an 80's Dancehall Classic inspired by my recent visit to Jamaica and Riddim Reloaded inspired by Studio 1.

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Irie Jamms Show Radio2Funky 95FM -11 March 2023

The latest Irie Jamms Show from DJ 745 with the best in upfront reggae and dancehall music.

New music on the Reggae Hotlist from Bitty Mclean, Aleighcia Scott, Etana and Romain Virgo as well as a first play of a hot and exclusive remix of Naomi Cowan/ Chaka Demus 'Kingston Traffic' by Ronnie Phillip aka Black Vinyl Magic!

Album/EP tracks from Jahmali 'Pleasant Place', Chuck Fenda 'Eternal Fire', Morgan Heritage 'The Homeland' and Roots O'Clock ft Warrior King, Macka B/ Taitu Records, Donovan Kingjay and riddim juggling on Stingray Records 'Arena' rhythm ft Nature Ellis, Baby Boom, Success Records/ WorldAReggae Entertainment 'Triangle' rhythm ft Mikey General and Cellorando as well as new singles from Lymie Murray, VBRTNS and Conkahgood.

All the usual features including an 80's Dancehall Classic inspired by my recent visit to Jamaica and Riddim Reloaded inspired by Studio 1.

Irie Jamms Show Radio2Funky 95FM -25 March 2023

The latest Irie Jamms Show from DJ 745 with the best in upfront reggae and dancehall music.

New music on the Reggae Hotlist from Aza Lineage, Nadine Sutherland, Indra, Garnet Alkhem and Mr Vegas. Album/EP tracks from Earthkry 'Dandy Shandy', Bulby York 'Time & Color' ft Warrior King and Ali Campbell/Bounty Killer, and Mackeehan 'Notes Of Passion. 

Roots O'Clock ft Inezi, Medisun, Soul Rebel and riddim juggling on XTM Nation'Special Request' rhythm ft Medisun, Dyani and Morgan Heritage, Shady Hill Records 'More Corn' rhythm ft Anthony Red Rose and Lutan Fyah as well as new singles from VBRTNS, Micah Shemaiah and Queen Ifrica.

All the usual features including an 80's Dancehall Classic from a veteran UK MC Tippa Irie and Riddim Reloaded inspired by Studio 1.

Irie Jamms Show Radio2Funky 95FM -8 April  2023

The latest Irie Jamms Show from DJ 745 with the best in upfront reggae and dancehall music.

New music on the Reggae Hotlist from Cecile, Christopher Martin, Busy Signal, Iotosh and the brand new single 'We Need Your Love' Beres Hammond and Buju Banton in combination!

Album/EP tracks from Reggae Roast ft Earl 16, David Cairol 'Verse', Morgan Heritage 'The Homeland', and Kabaka Pyramid ft Jemere Morgan 'The Kalling'.

April 22 is Record Store Day and also featured on this weeks show are a couple of tasty new releases ft an obscure Max Romeo album 'Every Man Ought To Know' on Gorgon Records including his version of 'Stick By Me'.

Roots O'Clock ft a musical salute to Jah Shaka as well as new music from Hempress Sativa, Chezidek and Stoneface Priest ft Black Omolo.

All the usual features including an 80's Dancehall Classic straight out of the 745 dubplate box!

Irie Jamms Show Radio2Funky 95FM - 22 April 2023

The latest Irie Jamms Show from DJ 745 with the best in upfront reggae and dancehall music.

New music on the Reggae Hotlist from Alborosie 'Viral', Iotosh 'Fill My Cup', Khalia Silly Walks 'Flowers' and the brand new single 'Rebel Time' Sean Paul Beres Hammond in a first time combination! Dancehall flavas ft Hawkeye, L.U.S.T., Lymie Murray and much more!

Album/EP tracks from Reggae Roast ft Gappy Ranks 'My Selekta',  Morgan Heritage 'The Homeland', Bitty Mclean 'Forward' and Micah Shemaiah 'Jamaica Jamaica'.

Roots O'Clock ft new music from Mark Wonder, Al Campbell Irie Ites, and Hempress Sativa.

All the usual features including an 80's Dancehall Classic straight out of the King Jammy's stable.

Irie Jamms Show Radio2Funky 95FM - 6 May 2023

The latest Irie Jamms Show from DJ 745 with the best in upfront reggae and dancehall music.

New music on the Reggae Hotlist from Gyptian 'Only Room For Two',  Sean Paul Beres Hammond 'Rebel Time', Johnny Osbourne 'Kiss Somebody' and a first play of Christopher Ellis forthcoming single 'Stick Together' on Ghetto Youths International!

Dancehall flavas ft Tanya Stephens Sizzla Music/ Team Upsetta and much more! Album tracks from Bitty McLean 'Forward',Freddie Mcgregor 'A Breath Of Fresh Air' Carlton 'Dillie Mcleod and Bulby York Music 'Time & Color'.

Roots O'Clock ft new music from Lutan Fyah Subatomic Sound System Irie Ites as well as a musical salute to Lester Sterling RIP.
All the usual features including an 80's Dancehall Classic from The Mighty Diamonds.

Irie Jamms Show Radio2Funky 95FM - 20 May 2023

The birthday edition of the Irie Jamms Show from DJ 745 with the best in upfront reggae and dancehall music.

New music on the Reggae Hotlist from Shuga, Sean Paul, Beres Hammond and Duane Stephenson.

Riddim juggling on the 'Free Spirit' and 'Got To Go Hard' riddims  and album tracks from Alborosie 'Destiny', Inna Di Yard 'Family Affair' and Micah Shemaiah 'Jamaica Jamaica'.

Roots O'Clock ft new music from Macka B/Jazzwad with a tribute to Jah Shaka, Lutan Fyah and Samory I and Riddim Reloaded where Tenna Star meets Nitty Gritty.

All the usual features including an 80's Dancehall Classic from Freddie Mcgregor.

Irie Jamms Show Radio2Funky 95FM - 3 June 2023

A new edition of the Irie Jamms Show from DJ 745 with the best in upfront reggae and dancehall music.

New music on the Reggae Hotlist from J Boog Cali P, Busy Signal, Gyptian Jah9  Kumar Fyah Romain Virgo and a hot exclusive from Tenna Star 'Ebony Eyes' forthcoming on Peckings Records. Album tracks from Johnny Osbourne 'Right Right Time', VP Records 'We Remember Bob Andy', and Shaggy 'In The Mood'. 

Roots O'Clock ft Deraja Mamby EarthKry Quan Nelson Mackeehan Solomon and album tracks from Fatis Tapes In The Oven Vol 4 XTM.Nation.

All the usual features including an 80's Dancehall Classic and Riddim Reloaded ft Natty King

Irie Jamms Show Radio2Funky 95FM - 17 June 2023

It's the International Reggae Day edition of the  Irie Jamms Show from DJ 745!

Strictly oldies in this edition celebrating the best of 80's and 90's dancehall music ft General Degree, Nadine Sutherland, Terror Fabulous, Tanto Metro & Devonte, Ninjaman, Shabba Ranks alongside select cuts from IRD's 'Dancehall Anthems' chart.

A revival style Roots O'Clock with the best in reggae music from yesteryear including selections from Leroy Smart, Burning Spear, Culture, Marcia Griffiths and a special selection of classics from Dennis Emmanuel Brown.

We will trace back some of the pioneering songs from the musical genre as well as playing the first song ever to feature the word 'Reggae' in it's title!

Irie Jamms Show Radio2Funky 95FM - 1 July 2023

Festival season is here and its a new edition of the Irie Jamms Show from DJ 745 with the best in upfront reggae and dancehall music.

New music on the Reggae Hotlist from Christopher Martin, Black Am I ft Jemere Morgan & Answele, Aleighcia Scott, Maxi Priest Stoneface Priest and dancehall flavas from Lt Stitchie, Chaka Demus & Isha Bel and Mr Williamz/ Reggae Roast.

Riddim juggling on the 'Bee Gee' ft Tenna Star, Ras Sherby, Beres Hammond and Buju Banton and 'Cali Roots 2023' ft Busy Signal, J Boog and Khalia!

Roots O'Clock ft new albums/EP's from Freddie Mcgregor 'A Breathe of Fresh Air' Stingray Records, Hempress Sativa 'Charka' Conquering Lion Records and Glen Washington 'Jah Children'  Zion I Kings.

All the usual features including an 80's Dancehall Classic from King Jammys and Riddim Reloaded ft Myki Tuff/ Friendly Fire Music.

Irie Jamms Show Radio2Funky 95FM - 15 July 2023

It's a brand new edition of the Irie Jamms Show from DJ 745 with the best in upfront reggae and dancehall music.

New music on the Reggae Hotlist from Damian Marley, Hezron ft Big Youth, Naomi Cowan, Duane Stephenson and Khalia.

Album tracks from Aleighcia Scott 'Windrush Baby', Chardel Rhoden 'Growth' and Freddie Mcgregor 'A Breathe of Fresh Air'.

Roots O'Clock ft Burning Spear 'No Destroyer', RikJam & Janeel Mills on Irie Yute Music, Koro Fyah on Addis Records and Stoneface Priest & Nixon Omollo from Kenya!

All the usual features including a Reggae Classic and Riddim Reloaded ft Aleighcia Scott meets Gregory Isaacs!

Irie Jamms Show Radio2Funky 95FM - 6 September 2023

It's another new edition of the Irie Jamms Show from DJ 745 with the best in upfront reggae and dancehall music.

New music on the Reggae Hotlist from Beenie Man, Aza Lineage, Inner Circle, Tarrus Riley and Richie Stephens.

Album tracks from Beenie Man 'Simma',  Aleighcia Scott Rory Stonelove 'Windrush Baby', The Blackstones 'Fresh' on Stingray Records

Roots O'Clock ft Askala Selassie on Ariwa Records, Earth Warrior and Fred Locks on the Prophecy 23 riddim from Blackerdread Music and a track taken from a forthcoming album by Derajah on Fruits Records.

All the usual features including a Reggae Classic from Cocoa Tea and Riddim Reloaded ft Chevaughn/ Jesse Royal meets Johnny Osbourne on Tads Records!

Irie Jamms Show Radio2Funky 95FM - 20 September 2023

DJ 745 interviews Alborosie LIVE from his Shengen Studios in Kingston Jamaica where Alborosie shares his passion for vintage studio equipment, talks about the original Helios Console from Harry J's Studio used from 1972-1978 for some of the seminal recordings by Bob Marley & Wailers as well as talking about the concept of the brand new 'Dub of Thrones' DUB album with King Jammy's and his latest music projects

Irie Jamms Show Alborosie Dub of Thrones Interview

This weeks Irie Jamms Show features an in-depth interview with Exile Di Brave. Exile has been working hard in the studios putting together the finishing touches to the brand new album 'The Journey Begins' scheduled for release in Summer 2015. Musical niceness from Micah Shemaiah, Hempress Sativa, Samory, Kazam Davis and much more. Our Fire Fridays Anthem comes on an update of the classic Rockfort Rock riddim from Jah Army

Irie Jamms show Exile Di Brave The Journey Begins Interview

In this two hour Irie Jamms Special DJ 745 links up with Etana to showcase her current album I Rise track by track talking about some of the inspiration behind songs including Trigger, Richest Girl and Jamaican Woman. Etana talks about what she feel the government needs to do to help the people of Jamaica as well as sharing her perspective on the music industry.  The album has been exquisitely put together with Clive Hunt - a Legendary Producer in his own right and delivers a fine mix of social commentary and love songs over some live rhythms.

Irie Jamms show Etana The Strong One I Rise Interview and Album Showcase

DJ 745 interviews an aspiring young singer Samory-I for this strictly VINYL edition of the Irie Jamms Show. Samory-I Hails from the Kencot community in the Corporate Area, the Norman Manley High School past student said he is pleased with the airplay Take Me Oh Jah has been receiving even though the single has not been officially released.

Irie Jamms Show Samory-I Interview

WorldAReggae celebrates the 70th Earthstrong of Bunny Wailer with a 70 minute mix of vinyl and an interview recorded with Jah B in Kingston in 2016 with DJ 745 for the Irie Jamms Show

Irie Jamms Show Bunny Wailer 70th Earthstrong

July edition of the Irie Jamms Show with DJ 745 selecting the best in new reggae music for the European festival season.  Album of the Month features EarthKry who have recently released their debut self produced album 'Survival' and are embarking on some live dates across USA and Europe.

New music featured from Mark Wonder 'Dragon Slayer' album on Irie Ites Records, Marla Brown 'Survivor' EP, Chronixx 'Chronology' album,  Kabaka Pyramid, Amlak Redsquare as well as riddim juggling on Troyton's 'True Emotions' riddim featuring a brand new Beres Hammond and Nah Lef Ya Music 'Riverside' riddims featuring Kelissa and Jah Mila.

Vinyl Pressure from Morgan Heritage double vinyl 'Avrakedabra', Protoje and Kazam Davis as well as a look back at Culture's 'Two Sevens Clash' album celebrating it's 40 year anniversary with a triple vinyl reissue on VP Records.

Irie Jamms Show July 2017

DJ 745 plays strictly vinyl for the Irie Jamms Show 'A to Z of Reggae Series' with this edition dedicated to Coxsone Dodd's Studio 1 Records

Irie Jamms Show An A to Z of Reggae -Studio One Selections

Listen again to DJ 745's Irie Jamms Show for Positive Vibration Festival in Liverpool broadcast live on Melodic Distraction/ KCC 99.8FM Live/ MCR Live where DJ 745 takes you on a vinyl musical journey into yesteryear featuring certified ska, rocksteady, reggae and dancehall classics along with excerpts of interviews with reggae greats including Ken Boothe, Bunny Wailer, and Marcia Griffiths.

Hear how David Rodigan took in the spirit of 1967 down in Margate, Where did Freddie Mcgregor get the inspiration behind 'Big Ship' and Why did Barrington Levy almost not voice one of his biggest hit singles 'Here I come'?

Intrigued? Click the play button and find out....

Positive Vibrations Takeover -Irie Jamms Show June 2018

Issue #17 of the Global Reggae Charts Top 20 singles chart countdown with DJ 745 on WorldAReggae for October 2018.

Great new entries from Skip Marley, Lila Ike and Black Roots as well as 7 of the entries being available on vinyl. Alborosie Ft. Chronixx have held the number 1 spot for the past two months, stay locked in to see if they can make it three months in a row.

The artist of the month is Vegas currently riding high in the album charts with his latest album ISM.

Global Reggae Charts October 2018 Issue #17

EXCLUSIVE Vintage Audio! A 25 minute audio of Buju Banton LIVE in Leicester, UK on December 8th 1995 during the Til Shiloh Tour!

Buju Banton Til Shiloh '95 Tour December 8th 1995 Leicester UK

DJ 745 in the hotseat for the July edition of the Irie Jamms Show with a two hour podcast showcasing the finest in reggae music for the summer season.

Full to the brim with brand new and exclusive music including a premiere of the WorldAReggae 2019 rhythm feauturing Warrior King, Lutan Fyah and Runkus as well as a brand new hit single from Tann-I Browne ‘Warning’ which is destined to be a summer sizzler.

New singles from Tarrus Riley ‘Feel It’, Damian Marley ‘Reach Home Safe’, Lila Ike ‘Where I’m From’, and  Shanique Marie ‘Our Sitten’ on the Buff Baff Rhythm (Real People Music) as well as rhythm juggling on Maximum Sounds ‘Top Spot’ featuring Christopher Martin, romain Virgo, Krysie and D-Major, DJ Frass ‘Primetime’ featuring Kabaka Pyramid and Protoje and GR876 ‘Mesh Marina’ rhythm featuring Busy Signal, Randy Valentine and sugar Roy/Conrad Crystal.

UK musical pressure from Tenor Star ‘Pretty Woman’ on GADD59 Records, Megumi Mesaku ‘Rude Gyal Rocksteady’ on Mafia & Fluxy Records as well as rootsy offerings from I-Mitri and Sandra Cross/ Vibronics.

Our Album of the Month shines the spotlight on the Inna Di Yard family with a double vinyl album featuring musical icons including Ken Boothe, Kiddus I alongside a new generation of singers including Var.

New reggae albums featured include Marcia Griffiths ‘Timeless’ and Max Romeo ‘Words from the Brave’ on BACO Records as well as a new compilation from Natural High Music/ Delicious Vinyl Island entitled Urban Roots Vol II featuring Indie Allen and Tessanne Chin.

Irie Jamms Show July 2019 WorldAReggae

DJ 745 is an independent reggae selector/journalist based in Leicester, UK who presents his Irie Jamms show on Leicester's Radio2Funky 95FM featuring an international selection of roots reggae, revival and dub along with the latest music news, artist interviews, album reviews and exclusive previews.

True to his name, DJ 745 has been a record collector/journalist of reggae music for over three decades and regularly spins music on his preferred format -7" vinyl. His vast collection of reggae spans five decades. He has travelled extensively to search for rare reggae vinyl to add to his collection. His initial love for reggae music began when he was a youth in 1990 when he heard an infectious beat blasting out of the world-famous Daddy Kool Records in London. This led to the purchase of his first reggae records by Eek A Mouse and Dennis Brown. The rest they say is history.

Over the years DJ 745 has travelled to Jamaica, Japan, America and throughout Europe regularly tracing back the origins of reggae music and revisiting reggae landmarks including the original location of King Tubby’s Studio in Waterhouse and Treasure Isle Studios in Downtown Kingston.  With a strong passion to help to preserve reggae music he has interviewed artists young and old including Bunny Wailer, Ken Boothe, Marcia Griffiths, Beres Hammond, Jah9, Raging Fyah, Micah Shemaiah, Morgan Heritage, Luciano, Tarrus Riley, Etana, Chronixx, Protoje, Busy Signal, Freddie Mcgregor, and Horace Andy.

In the earlier part of his music career, DJ 745 played on a number of community stations in Leicester, including Fresh FM and has also been involved in Restricted Service License radio stations including Juice FM, and Vision FM.  He has also been a guest DJ on BBC Radio Leicester and hosted weekly reggae shows on internet radio stations include Zion Highness and Reggaespace.com before working with World A Reggae on a number of projects including the Uprising Acoustic Sessions and a series of video interviews including ‘Reggae History Reasonings’.

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