Mr. Cool‘s latest single, “Come Know Your King,” is now available on all streaming platforms. The track is an expression of faith and artistry, honoring Emperor Haile Selassie I as the King in the Rastafarian tradition. Built on a smooth, captivating reggae rhythm, the song carries both spiritual weight and an easy groove, offering something meaningful for reggae purists.

The inspiration behind the track is as unconventional as it is striking. Speaking about the moment that sparked the song, Mr. Cool recalled, “I was in my backyard smoking a skiff, and I wanted to see how long I could look into the sun, so I started to stare directly into it for about 20 to 30 minutes. After I came back in the house, I went right to my keyboard and started playing. That’s how I came up with the progression and started to write right away. It wasn’t all finished the same day, but that’s how it came about.” This raw and spontaneous creative spark evolved into a song that balances reflection with rhythm.

The project was entirely written, arranged, and produced by Mr. Cool, but he brought together a team of seasoned musicians to enrich the sound. Boswell Lawson provided the steady pulse on drums, while Rexford Gooden and Dave Manroe contributed bass layers that ground the track. Coptic Dennis Reeves added strings, Benero Benny Dyer offered alternative keys, and Tanisha Wedderburn brought warmth with her background vocals. Celia Baron’s saxophone lines completed the ensemble, weaving in soulful textures.

The track was mixed by Christopher Andre Pearce, better known as Mojo Herbs, at A.O.C Ambassador of Choice Studio.

For Mr. Cool, “Come Know Your King” is more than music—it’s a message. When asked what he hopes listeners gain from the song, he explained, “My wishes for the listeners are to come to the true realization that there is only one Creator, and that is H.I.M.”

For the first time, the beloved ska, rocksteady, and reggae pioneer Stranger Cole will embark on a nationwide tour of Australia. Scheduled for December 2025, he and his team have announced performances in Perth, Adelaide, Sydney, Brisbane, and Melbourne.

Despite having a following that would allow him to perform in much larger venues, Stranger Cole has deliberately chosen to do intimate shows across the nation, giving his “Australian family” (as he calls them) a once-in-a-lifetime chance to see and hear him up close and personal. See confirmed dates and locations below.

Fri. 5th Dec. 2025
The River, Margaret River

Sat. 6th Dec. 2025
Lynott’s Lounge, Perth

Fri. 12th Dec. 2025
Black Bear Lodge, Brisbane

Sat. 13TH Dec 2025
Brunswick Ballroom, Melbourne

Sun. 14th Dec. 2025
Jive Bar, Adelaide

Fri. 19th Dec. 2025
Paddo RSL, Sydney

Black Uhuru, the legendary Grammy-winning reggae group, is set to perform at Moe’s Alley in Santa Cruz on Saturday, September 13, 2025. Known for their unmistakable sound and deep influence on roots reggae, the band continues to bring timeless energy to stages worldwide, and their upcoming stop in Santa Cruz is no exception.

Sharing the bill is Rise Up, a roots rock reggae band hailing from California’s Central Coast and Bay Area, bringing their own dynamic style to the night. Keeping the rhythm flowing between sets, DJ Spleece will be on deck, curating a mix of music that keeps the crowd moving.

Doors open at 8 p.m., with the show starting at 9 p.m. Tickets are available now through Ticketweb for $45.76. This is a 21-and-over event, and valid identification is required for entry. Guests without proper ID will not be admitted, and tickets are non-refundable.