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Kingston to Cali "Reggae's Journey West"Trenchtown Rock to CaliRoots Author: Henry K Productions
This 6 episode podcast series Presented by Henry K and Rootsland delves into the rich history and evolution of reggae, tracing the path from its roots in Kingston, Jamaica to the current thriving CaliRoots scene in California. Each episode will focus on a different decade, starting with the 70s and how a hippy movement disgruntled about the way rock and roll sold out, embraced this refreshing and authentic Island sound. The series will break down the key artists, events, and cultural influences that shaped reggaes progression over time and why California became such fertile ground for the Island sound Language: en Genres: Arts, Music, Music History, Performing Arts Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it Trailer: |
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"The Harder they Come"
Episode 1
Wednesday, 1 May, 2024
Listen to the Original Rootsland Podcast on your app of choice to subscribe and hear the entire Kingston to Cali Series.On the debut Episode of Rootsland's "Kingston to Cali" Host Henry K meticulously details the significance of 1973, a landmark year that saw the release of 'The Harder They Come', a film that not only popularized reggae but also painted a vivid picture of the socio-economic struggles in Jamaica. The episode highlights how this film and its soundtrack, featuring legendary artists, helped to illuminate the realities of life in Jamaica, bringing awareness to issues of social justice and the human condition.The narrative takes a deeper dive into the symbiotic relationship between reggae and the American counterculture, particularly as it relates to the Grateful Dead and their followers. Henry discusses how reggae’s messages of unity and resistance found a welcoming audience among California’s hippie community, who were disillusioned by the commercialization of rock music. Additional Commentary by Roger Steffens and Jesse JarnowProduced by Henry K in association with Voiceboxx Studio Red Hills, JamaicaVisit our website ROOTSLAND NATION Reggae Music, Podcast & MerchandiseListen to the Original Rootsland Podcast on your app of choice to subscribe and hear the entire Kingston to Cali Series.Osiris Media The Leading Storyteller in MusicSpecial thanks to Rogers Steffens, Lance Linare, Jenje Dennis, Jesse Jarnow and Rich Mahan, Dan SheehanIntro by Kim Yamaguchi"Mixed up Moods" Jacob Miller "Pablo's Satta" Augustus Pablo"Concrete Jungle " The Wailers "The Harder they Come" Jerry Garcia Band"Johnny Too Bad" The Slickers "The Harder they Come" Jimmy Cliff
