Sensi Trails talks new single “Just Livin’” feat. KBong

March 28, 2019 in News

Sensi Trails' new single “Just Livin'” is now streaming on all digital platforms! Six months ago, I met with the band to cover their journey from North Carolina to California. Since then, they have had so many positive experiences to share with us,... Read more

WORLD VIDEO PREMIERE: Kalalea “Universal Language” ft. Tubby Love

February 12, 2019 in Videos

Hawaiian artist on the rise, Kalalea, teams up with Tubby Love in his latest single "Universal Language", recently available via Roots Musician Records. The track, mixed and mastered by roots reggae visionary E.N Young, features Kalalea preaching peace, love and unity in spite of... Read more

Why Th3rd Coast Roots is second to none

February 01, 2019 in News

From playing acoustic sets in bars to recording an album, Th3rd Coast Roots has gained incredible momentum from the moment they connected. Lead vocalist/guitarist Jayton Lening never imagined that he, who started out acoustic at local bars, would lead to creating a roots... Read more

A spotlight on Tatanka’s winter tour

November 27, 2018 in News

Tatanka’s West Coast Winter Tour kicks off this Wednesday, Dec 5th. The tour will start in Arizona, cruise its way up California and end in Utah. Tatanka toured the west coast earlier this year, providing support for Fortunate Youth’s Wicked Awesome... Read more

Listen to SYNRGY’s new single “Mind Over”

November 22, 2018 in Reviews

Formed just over a decade ago, Southern California’s own SYNRGY blends elements of soul, reggae and rock to create dynamic songs layered in intricate grooves and a bright atmosphere. “Mind Over” is their newest single and one that offers a well-rounded... Read more

Proof of Life ‘Free Your Mind’ EP review

October 25, 2018 in Reviews

Coming straight off of E.N Young’s record label, Roots Musician Records, the Corpus Christi, Texas band Proof of Life has released their first EP Free Your Mind. Taking elements of reggae and dub, Proof of Life is an excellent example of a... Read more

Mozaiq debuts with “Rootsy Roots” single

October 22, 2018 in News

The Coachella Valley, home to many a music festival like Coachella and Stagecoach, is also home to a lesser known genre. Reggae might not be the first thing you think of when you consider the Cali desert, but roots reggae has become universal over the... Read more

Kings and Comrades ‘On My Way’ album review

August 10, 2018 in Reviews

After much anticipation, Philadelphia’s Kings and Comrades have just released their third full-length studio album on August 3rd titled On My Way. Led by guitarist, vocalist and songwriter Jeff McCaughey, the band has come a long way since they began over a decade... Read more

WORLD VIDEO PREMIERE: Inna Vision “O.G IV”

July 25, 2018 in Videos

Maui's original roots musician Inna Vision is taking his status literally in his new hip hop-meets-Hawaii single "O.G IV" off the latest Link Up album via Roots Musician Records and produced by Rick Haze: a track who's subject matter... Read more

WORLD VIDEO PREMIERE: E.N Young “Just Be”

May 16, 2018 in Videos

Producer, multi-instrumentalist and songwriter, E.N Young, is illuminating his supportive side in the world video premiere of "Just Be": an uplifting track with playful keys and horn riffs off his latest Call On Me album. E.N welcomes his muse into his life,... Read more

WORLD VIDEO PREMIERE: Kwamevi “Faithful” (feat. E.N Young)

February 04, 2018 in Videos

Kwamevi (born Edem Kwamevi Agbottah) was born into the Ghanaian Ewe Tribe in Dallas, Texas, inheriting both West African and American traditions as a result. With an affinity to bamboo flutes and African rhythms, Kwamevi began playing classical guitar at age 15, influenced by music that... Read more

Top Shelf talks with Tatanka

January 29, 2018 in News

Colorado-based and buffalo enthusiast band Tatanka has recently concluded a short winter tour alongside E. N Young, Dubbest and Bumpin Uglies. After 10 days on the road trekking around the continental southwest, the Tatanka boys took a break to chat with Top Shelf Reggae on tour... Read more

Experiencing the 3rd Annual Dry Diggings Festival

September 13, 2017 in News

When you put camping with your friends and family, tasty craft beer, and some of your favorite reggae and hip hop artists into one weekend, the result is always going to be a great one. And, that's exactly what everyone who attended Dry Diggings... Read more

Project: Out of Bounds ‘Sounds of Revolution’ EP review

March 27, 2017 in Reviews

San Diego progressive reggae band Project: Out of Bounds (POB) is celebrating a decade of music with their new EP, Sounds of Revolution. Over the years, POB has made a name for themselves touring up and down the west coast, promoting their self-proclaimed “dark... Read more

Dry Diggings Festival 2016

July 18, 2016 in News

Set to take place in the gold rich landscapes of Placerville, California, the second annual Dry Diggings Festival boasts an incredible 22 band lineup alongside the likes of hand selected artisan, commercial and food vendors, which will include gluten and wheat free options as well as... Read more

E.N Young’s ‘Call On Me’ album review

April 19, 2016 in Reviews

E.N Young is an artist among the reggae-rock scene who seems to cherish both the American lifestyle, and the honor of Rastafarian reggae music. With his dreads hanging low, and often times freely on stage with his full-time band, Tribal Seeds, E.N Young... Read more

Tribal Seeds at home with Stranger

December 28, 2015 in News

On December 10th and 11th of 2015, Tribal Seeds played hometown shows for all their original, roots fans. Top Shelf Reggae (TSR) caught their first performance with bands, Iya Terra and Stranger, with the latter band also coming from South San Diego, California. In fact, San... Read more

Gonzo “Talk About It” single speaks volumes

October 26, 2015 in Reviews

Tribal Seeds' Ryan Gonzo has shown the world a more soulful side to his reggae demeanor time and time again since his first solo album Rocksteady hit digital outlets Christmas of 2012. Since then, Gonzo has debuted Tribal Seeds' fourth full-length album Representing and his sophomore... Read more

California Roots 2015: Day three

July 06, 2015 in Gallery

The most anticipated reggae music festival in the United States came and went in what seemed like a split second.  The 2015 California Roots held in Monterey, CA was a huge success this year and we here at Top Shelf Reggae captured some of the... Read more

E.N Young and Imperial Sound show review

June 02, 2015 in News

On Wednesday May 20, E.N Young of Tribal Seeds and his new band, Imperial Sound, played at Over the Border in Chula Vista, California. A local band, Revival, opened the night for the infamous melodica player and singer.Revival is an eight piece band from... Read more