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Boston's Caribbean Riddims Are About to Burst Back into the Mainstreamnew

While reggae fell out of favor with the mainstream, it continued to be nurtured in Boston. Now, the local scene is poised to rise again -- if it can find agreeable live venues in town.
Boston Phoenix  |  Chris Faraone  |  05-22-2009  |  Music

How an Indie Rocker Became a Hardcore Reggae Boosternew

Ian Jones spent years in D.C.'s indie-rock world. Then he met Claudius Linton in Jamaica, and has since released two albums by the obscure artist.
Washington City Paper  |  Aaron Leitko  |  04-24-2008  |  Music

Looking Back at the Life and Legacy of Mikey Dreadnew

Like most tales of triumph and tragedy, the life, career, and untimely passing of the reggae pioneer at age 53 will live on long beyond his time on earth.
New Times Broward-Palm Beach  |  Jonathan Cunningham  |  04-08-2008  |  Music

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