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On this episode of Rootsland we debut the title and play the trailer for the new Season " Crucifixion of the Ghetto ," which premiers next week on the eve of Bob Marley's Birthday. Host Henry K gets Sia's not so surprising reaction to the preview, and updates the Rootsland family on some exciting news including the release of the Bob Marley Movie "One Love" and our show’s new partnership with Osiris Media "the leading storyteller in music." Welcome to Osiris Media - Osiris - The leading story...

On the birthday of Reggae Legend Bob Marley... Rootsland is excited to debut the emotionally charged opener for Season 7 "Crucifixion of the Ghetto." Kingston was always hot, by the new millennium it was red hot, an already record setting murder rate was on the rise, and no person or place was off limits. On the season prologue "Ghetto People Song," Henry K explains why every ghetto in the world is the same, as he takes us on a very personal journey from the origins of the first Ghettos in Europ...

On the Season opener of "Rootsland," Henry K follows through on some life changing advice he received from his mentor Bob Andy. "You either work for the factory or you own the factory." In late 2000, Henry K finally decided it was time to be a "factory" owner. Produced by Henry K in association with Voice Boxx Studio Red Hills, Jamaica Guest vocals by Patrick "Curly Loxx" Gaynor, Akee & Bush Campbell, Steve "Bigga Staar" Briskman Intro by Michelle "Kim" Yamaguchi Home | ROOTSLAND Reggae M...

In Chapter 2 of "Crucifixion of the Ghetto" dancehall culture takes front stage. To get a hit "You haffe fit" loosely translated from Jamaican patios means to get a hit you have to be fit. During that fist year of recording at Studio K, those lyrics from the 1985 Black Uhuru song "Fit you Haffe Fit" had become a mantra, a catch phrase at the studio to always be alert, aware, attuned to both mentally and physically. Now that Henry K and Bigga Staar are venturing into the world of Dancehall...

In Chapter 3 of "Crucifixion of the Ghetto" Hungry Town, a chance encounter at the Studio with a Grammy Nominated Songwriter is just the right ingredient the Bigga Staar project needs to get off the ground. Henry K and Bigga travel into Hungry Town, one of Kingston's garrisons to check rising Rastafarian singer Turbulence about a feature on a song. Rootsland Returns on 3/19 with the Second Half of Season 7 Produced by Henry K in association with Voice Boxx Studio Red Hills, Jamaica Guest voc...

Before heading back to Florida, Henry K is given the grand tour of Kingston's ghettos by The Twin of Twins, including stops at their childhood home on Ricketts Ave, their fathers auto shop in Waterhouse, and the garrison community of Payne Land where their childhood friends reside. Henry braces for some jarring news upon his return home. Produced by Henry K in association with Voice Boxx Studio Red Hills, Jamaica Guest vocals by Patrick "Curly Loxx" Gaynor, Steve "Bigga Staar" Briskman I...

Chapter 5 of Season 7 has Curly Loxx explaining to Henry K how a chance encounter with a successful businessman at a graduation party and the career advise he offered would provide the inspiration needed to help him escape the ghetto. Next Week is the Season Finale, Stay Tuned for Exciting News regarding our New Show. Produced by Henry K in association with Voice Boxx Studio Red Hills, Jamaica Guest vocals by Patrick "Curly Loxx" Gaynor, Steve "Bigga Staar" Briskman Some of the Jamaican Patoi...

On the Season 7 Finale of "Crucifixion of the Ghetto" Henry K meets Curly Loxx's little son Zion and discovers Curly's true incentive for wanting to escape the ghetto. A call from an old friend alerts Henry K that there are people in Jamaica more dangerous than the Island's notorious Gangsters and Dons, and now is the time for him to choose sides. Stay Tuned for an announcement regarding our New Podcast out this April Produced by Henry K in association with Voice Boxx Studio Red Hills, Jam...

On this Season 7 Bonus Episode of Rootsland: " Praise Jah in Moonlight, " We celebrate Reggae in the Springtime. The Movie Bob Marley: One Love is a #1 global box office smash. YG Marley scores the first reggae hit on the Hot 100 chart in 7 years with the song "Praise Jah in the Moonlight," and Henry K and Rootsland officially premiere the new podcast "Kingston to Cali" exploring reggae's journey West. Subscribe Now Kingston to Cali Easily listen to Kingston to Cali "Reggae's Journey West"...

On tonight's bonus chapter we remind our listeners about the Rootsland contest to win a free set of Weekend passes to this year's CaliRoots Festival Monterey, Ca. 5/24-5/26. Enter to win by leaving a comment at Legends of Reggae | Facebook Winner will be announced on our New Kingston to Cali Podcast tomorrow night 5/15. Also, Henry K pays tribute to his mom, and all mothers with a special Mothers Day message. Subscribe Now to Kingston to Cali Easily listen to Kingston to Cali "Reggae's Jour...

On tonight's Midnight Ravers Father's Day Special, Henry K is joined by Sia in the studio where they pay tribute to all fathers, send a special message to a friend in need, and bid farewell to Reggae Royalty. Subscribe Now to Kingston to Cali Easily listen to Kingston to Cali "Reggae's Journey West" in your podcast app of choice  Produced by Henry K in association with Voice Boxx Studio Red Hills, Jamaica Intro by Michelle "Kim" Yamaguchi Home | ROOTSLAND Reggae Music, Podcast & Merchandise "...

On the Season 7 bonus Chapter "Not Like Us" Henry K gives an update on Hurricane Beryl that swept through Jamaica, and another Category 5 Storm that swept through the career of one the world's most beloved hip hip stars.. .Hurricane Kendrick. We break down what Jamaica can learn from one of hip hop's most talked about feuds. Subscribe Now to Kingston to Cali Easily listen to Kingston to Cali "Reggae's Journey West" in your podcast app of choice  Produced by Henry K in association with Voice B...

Much to the dismay of Co-host Sia, Henry K breaks down the biggest story in Jamaican music...Dancehall Artist Vybez Kartel's recent release from prison and what a "Kartel Comeback" means to Reggae Music. While social media has exploded with delight, others are not so elated. "Choose your Murderer Wisely," shines a light on the complexity of artist Vybez Kartel and his hardcore band of followers. Rootsland "Reggae's Untold Stories" Subscribe Now to Kingston to Cali Easily listen to Kingston to C...

On a special Labor Day episode of Rootsland, Henry K pays tribute to the extraordinary life and tragic death of Gerald "Bogle" Levy, legendary street dancer and ghetto choreographer that forever changed the dancehall game. Find out why many think that Bogle was the Bob Malrey of the Dancehall genre Rootsland "Reggae's Untold Stories" Subscribe Now to Kingston to Cali Easily listen to Kingston to Cali "Reggae's Journey West" in your podcast app of choice  Produced by Henry K in association wit...

Summer is winding down and Rootsland is turning up...Henry K & Sia discuss Henry's recent appearance on the Podcast "A Conversation in Dub" A Conversation in Dub Podcast - Listen on YouTube, Spotify - Linktree as well as what's in-store for the next season of the show . The hosts have a special request for Rootsland listeners to be part of the next episode by submitting their burning questions to Voicemail | Rootsland "Reggae's Untold Stories" Rootsland "Reggae's Untold Stories" Produced b...

Season 7 Bonus Chapter "Say a little Prayer" opens with the celebration of Rootsland's nomination for the Signal Podcast Awards, setting a tone of gratitude and reflection. The highlight comes from a listener's letter, read by Ian, who shares his journey from Zimbabwe to South Africa, detailing how the podcast has opened his eyes to the realities of racism and classism. Ian articulates how listening to the show has forced him to confront his own past. The hosts respond with warmth and understand...

The Finale of Rootsland explores the emotional and sociopolitical landscape following a tumultuous presidential election. The hosts, Henry and Sia, reflect on a letter from a devoted listener named Lorna, who expresses her devastation over the election results and her fears for the future of her family. Their conversation highlights the struggles many face in the aftermath of political shifts, emphasizing the need for community support and resilience. Throughout the episode, the hosts draw on pe...