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  • Out Now: 'Rockin Dubs' Feat Zen Lewis & Mowty Mahlyka

    · By Tom Bibby

    Reggae Roast are back with a heavyweight new single, “Rockin Dubs”, and this one is set to cause serious waves in the dance! Teaming up with powerhouse vocalist Zen Lewis and the ever-charismatic Dancehall star Mowty Mahlyka, they’ve reimagined the iconic Joyride Riddim with a cutting-edge twist that’s bursting with energy and style. Download or Stream “Rockin Dubs” Now! Blending Zen Lewis’ smooth, soulful tones with Mowty Mahlyka’s gritty, rapid-fire delivery, “Rockin Dubs” strikes the perfect balance between melody and raw dancehall energy. The bassline rolls deep, the production is tight, and the vibes are undeniable — this one’s built...

  • Riddim Breakdown: Joyride

    · By Tom Bibby

    The Joyride Riddim: Dave Kelly’s Slick Blueprint for Modern Dancehall In the mid-1990s, Dancehall was undergoing a transformation. The digital boom of the '80s had matured, and producers were refining their sound — stripping it back while upping the groove. At the center of this shift stood Dave Kelly, the mastermind behind some of Dancehall’s most enduring riddims. Among them, none stood out quite like Joyride Riddim, released in 1996 through his Madhouse Records label. Characterized by its slick, mid-tempo swing, rubbery bassline, and polished drum programming, Joyride Riddim was the definition of smooth. It didn’t hit you over the head...

  • NEW RELEASE: 'UNTOUCHABLE' Feat. BURRO BANTON

    · By James Harper

    Reggae Roast join forces with Burro Banton one of the tuffest vocalists ever to come out of Jamaica. A killer digital Dancehall riddim is the soundscape for Burro’s heavyweight delivery. Simply untouchable! With massive dancehall hits under his belt including Boom Wa Dis & Badder Dan Dem, Burro Banton exploded on the JA scene in the early 80’s, working with some of the biggest sounds of the day including legendary Volcano, Gemini and Kilimanjaro imprints. He’s cemented himself as one of Jamaica’s most iconic dancehall MCs. The Riddim produced by Reggae Roast is based on the peak time bubbler ‘Chase...

  • LISTEN: Reggae Roast - Stop That Train / Mr. Bossman

    · By Adam Prescott

    After the release of their hugely popular "Turn Up the Heat" debut album which featured the cream of the UK dub scene and was released through Trojan Reloaded in 2020, Reggae Roast are back with a brand new release, guaranteed to set dance floors alight this summer.
  • READ: Who Cork The Dance? A Guide to Cork Slipmats

    · By Adam Prescott

    At Reggae Roast we are big fans of cork Slipmats as they significantly improve sound quality by reducing resonance and improving contact.