Carlos Lopes, better known as Kayafyahouse, is an African artist from the island of Cape Verde, also called Cabo Verde. He migrated to Europe at the age of thirteen and settled in Amsterdam, Holland, where he lives today.

Over the years, Kayafyahouse has racked up countless achievements as both a recording artist and a producer. He shared his first album, Rocky Ways, in 2013; the second, Live Up Natty Dread in 2016; and Jah Rebel in 2019. This was all done while he was producing other African acts. What’s more, he along with his band, The Firehouse Crew, has toured extensively across Europe, and has subsequently built up a committed fanbase.

Fast-forward to 2023, and Kayafyahouse and his team are now readying themselves for the release of his 4th studio album – Mr. Herbsman – scheduled for Monday, September 25th. The eleven-track record will be led by the beautiful roots single, Zoe, which is a tribute to Kayafyahouse‘s granddaughter.

At the end of April, Machete Records – an independent imprint operating out of the UK and Jamaica – released the Jah Rise Riddim. This is a nine-track compilation that features Ginjah, Lutan Fyah, Richie Spice, Sizzla, Warrior King, Bopee, and Yaadcore.

The label, in collaboration with Warrior King, is now following up with the official video for King‘s tune, I-Niversal Light. The visuals were uploaded to their YouTube channel earlier today (September 12th). If you have not yet seen it, click here or on the image above to check it out, and remember to like, comment and share.

Before he transitioned, record producer, composer and singer Lee ‘Scratch’ Perry worked with Grammy-nominated creator Bob Riddim on the just released album, Destiny. The nine-track record, which comes to us courtesy of Delicious Vinyl Island, has been classified as contemporary reggae.

In addition to Perry‘s unique and outstanding vocals, Destiny also features some of Jamaica’s new generation artists: Xana Romeo, Kabaka Pyramid, Yaadcore, Blvk H3ro, etc. This posthumous masterpiece is out now and can be streamed and/or downloaded from iTunes, Apple Music, Deezer, Spotify and all other music platforms.

The organizers of this year’s Colorado Jerk Festival, which is set for Sunday, September 17th, are promising an unforgettable day of music and fun. The in-person event will take place at 3330 Chuckwagon Road, in Colorado Springs, Colorado, from 2pm to 11pm (local time).

Patrons will be treated to amazing performances by Skip Marley, Mystic Marley, Inner Circle, Luciano, D’Yani, and others. Additionally, they will get to indulge in delicious jerk cuisine, a staple of Jamaican culture. Tickets, and additional information are available via eventbrite.

This past Saturday (Sept. 9th), Jamaican reggae artist Zally delivered a solid set at the Loud On 7th Music Festival. The underground, independent event has just wrapped up after seven days of live entertainment at various venues in Ybor City, Tampa, Florida.

Zally, who is currently promoting his recently released EP, Am Reggae, brought some well received roots sounds from JA to the predominantly hip-hop and R&B stage. Am Reggae can be streamed and/or downloaded from iTunes, Apple Music, Deezer, Spotify, Tidal, and all other music platforms.