Karina Nistal Heaven Inside Review

Karina Nistal – Heaven Inside – Review

Karina Nistal – Heaven Inside Single Review by Mr Topple for Pauzeradio.com. After around 25 years on the music scene, Texas-based Karina Nistal has returned with another awe-inspiring track that shows her at her very best and is availabe on vinyl in the Pauzeradio vinyl shop. Heaven Inside, released via Music4Life, sees Nistal join forces with the Austin-based label headed up by producer DJ RJ. The final mixing and mastering is of a very high quality, and has created a rich and rounded sound. DJ RJ said of the track: “Heaven Inside comes from my daily meditation practice which I

Afrikan Simba Biography

Afrikan Simba

Afrikan Simba Biography: Born January 11, 1967, in Hackney, East London, UK, Afrikan Simba is a well-known personality in roots reggae. His musical path has a strong foundation that reflects a link to its beginnings, and he is committed to using his art to communicate positive messages. Early on in life, Afrikan Simba spent a lot of time travelling between London and Nigeria. He left his parents’ house at the age of thirteen and went on a long trip in Nigeria before coming back to London at sixteen. His early years in the UK were spent surrounded by Rastafari philosophy

Rik Jam Hail The King Forever Review

Rik Jam – Hail The King Forever – Review

Rik Jam – Hail The King Forever Single Review by Mr Topple for Pauzeradio.com. Rik Jam is back with a reworking of his 2023 hit – and it makes for an interesting listen. Hail The King Forever, released via Irie Yute Tapes, takes Jam’s 2023 hit Hail The King (across the Awaking Riddim) and moves it forward. The original was a traditional Roots track, with the signature bubble rhythm keys, drop-beat bass, and one drop drums. However, across the Forever reimagining we see producer Phillip McFarlane bring something more RnB to proceedings – while keeping the Roots basis in place.

DJ Pauze aka Gav Pauze Biography

DJ Pauze aka Gav Pauze

DJ Pauze aka Gav Pauze Biography: DJ Pauze otherwise known as Gav Pauze started playing Jungle/Drum & Bass in 1995, playing clubs in England and Scotland. He studied music at Clarendon College (Midlands) in 1998 where he became a qualified audio engineer. His passion and drive for music was clear and the works progressed to playing Reggae on the radio featuring strictly positive, uplifting Reggae Roots and Dub with the “Unique Reggae Mix Show” based in London, UK in 2006. The popularity of the radio show grew and started featuring on stations in the USA from 2007, Germany & Philippines

Mandala Ghetto Priest JabbaDub Savannah EP Review

Mandala Sound – Savannah EP Review

Mandala x Ghetto Priest x JabbaDub: Savannah EP Review – by Mr Topple for Pauzeradio.com. Mandala Sound System may have cemented their status as one of the more inventive outfits to emerge in recent years, with their 2023 riddim that employs myriads of styles and musical oddities to bring the listener something special. Savannah EP, released via Mandala Sound as a 12” vinyl (and available in the Pauzeradio vinyl shop), sees the outfit provide a base riddim which is infinitely fascinating for various artists to then bounce off. Aside from the composition and performances, the mastering is slick with some

Dub Judah Biography

Dub Judah

Dub Judah Biography: Dub Judah, born Christopher George, emerged as a prominent figure in the reggae music scene, renowned for his distinctive sound and unwavering commitment to the roots reggae tradition. His journey from humble beginnings to international acclaim is a testament to his talent, perseverance, and dedication to his craft. He was born in the vibrant city of London, England, in the late 1960s. Growing up in a culturally diverse environment, he was exposed to various musical genres from an early age. However, it was reggae music that captured his heart and soul. Influenced by legendary artists such as

Anaves Music Bass Jam Review

Anaves Music – Bass Jam – Review

Various Artists and Anaves Music: Bass Jam Album Review – by Mr Topple for Pauzeradio.com. Anaves Music, headed up by saxophonist and producer Sebastian “Sabolious” Schwager, has already had an illustrious track record since its launch in 2019. Now, the label’s first digital album provides a refreshing retrospective of this – along with some new music as well. Bass Jam, released via Anaves Music, sees Sabolious musically choreograph 12 tracks featuring various artists. It’s a testament to the sheer breadth that the label has covered in the past five years, but also the musicality of those involved. Because Bass Jam

Dem A Fight EP Review

Grubby Mitts – Dem a Fight EP – Review

Grubby Mitts: Dem a Fight EP Review by Mr Topple for Pauzeradio.com. A recent release by the Grubby Mitts label shows what can be done when you take a top-class riddim and turn it into a 12” vinyl release – available now in the Pauzeradio reggae vinyl shop. Dem A Fight EP, released via Grubby Mitts, sees the label team up with some well-established artists, as well as a rising one, across a base riddim which is effective and infectious. Side one opens with Admiral Tibet and Dem a Fight – the base riddim of the record. It’s a classic

JahBradez Rock With Me Press Release

JahBradez – Rock With Me – Press Release

Press Release: JahBradez takes inspiration from a rainy Jamaican night for his latest cut. Jamaican artist JahBradez has a musical pedigree stretching back to the 2000’s. And it shows in his latest release – as he takes inspiration from his homeland’s climate and immerses it in sumptuous Reggae vibes. Rock with Me sees this talented musician/songwriter team up with Peter Samaru of Kongz Production across a brooding and elegant track that weaves around some traditional Reggae sounds – but also incorporates some more modern and eclectic elements, too: JahBradez, having trained at the prestigious Edna Manley College, co-founded the widely

JayRyme Hyh Volume Skank Pan Repeat Review

JayRyme & Hyh Volume – Skank Pan Repeat – Review

JayRyme and Hyh Volume: Skank Pan Repeat Single Review by Mr Topple for Pauzeradio.com. German producer Sechs9Studios has arrived with his first official release – teaming up with well-established Anotha One Productions across a cut that perfectly blurs genres ready for summer 2024. Skank Pan Repeat sees Jamaican artists JayRyme and Hyh Volume lend their talents to Sechs9Studios, who also did the mixing and mastering. It’s a hybrid cut that fuses genres together – as well as some solid instrumental work from Robert Wheeler on the drums and Christopher David Sumner on guitar. On a first listen, you’d be forgiven

Karina Nistal Heaven Inside Review

Karina Nistal – Heaven Inside – Review

Karina Nistal – Heaven Inside Single Review by Mr Topple for Pauzeradio.com. After around 25 years on the music scene, Texas-based Karina Nistal has returned with another awe-inspiring track that shows her at her very best and is availabe on vinyl in the Pauzeradio vinyl shop. Heaven Inside, released via Music4Life, sees Nistal join forces with the Austin-based label headed up by producer DJ RJ. The final mixing and mastering is of a very high quality, and has created a rich and rounded sound. DJ RJ said of the track: “Heaven Inside comes from my daily meditation practice which I

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Afrikan Simba Biography

Afrikan Simba

Afrikan Simba Biography: Born January 11, 1967, in Hackney, East London, UK, Afrikan Simba is a well-known personality in roots reggae. His musical path has a strong foundation that reflects a link to its beginnings, and he is committed to using his art to communicate positive messages. Early on in life, Afrikan Simba spent a lot of time travelling between London and Nigeria. He left his parents’ house at the age of thirteen and went on a long trip in Nigeria before coming back to London at sixteen. His early years in the UK were spent surrounded by Rastafari philosophy

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Rik Jam Hail The King Forever Review

Rik Jam – Hail The King Forever – Review

Rik Jam – Hail The King Forever Single Review by Mr Topple for Pauzeradio.com. Rik Jam is back with a reworking of his 2023 hit – and it makes for an interesting listen. Hail The King Forever, released via Irie Yute Tapes, takes Jam’s 2023 hit Hail The King (across the Awaking Riddim) and moves it forward. The original was a traditional Roots track, with the signature bubble rhythm keys, drop-beat bass, and one drop drums. However, across the Forever reimagining we see producer Phillip McFarlane bring something more RnB to proceedings – while keeping the Roots basis in place.

Read More »
DJ Pauze aka Gav Pauze Biography

DJ Pauze aka Gav Pauze

DJ Pauze aka Gav Pauze Biography: DJ Pauze otherwise known as Gav Pauze started playing Jungle/Drum & Bass in 1995, playing clubs in England and Scotland. He studied music at Clarendon College (Midlands) in 1998 where he became a qualified audio engineer. His passion and drive for music was clear and the works progressed to playing Reggae on the radio featuring strictly positive, uplifting Reggae Roots and Dub with the “Unique Reggae Mix Show” based in London, UK in 2006. The popularity of the radio show grew and started featuring on stations in the USA from 2007, Germany & Philippines

Read More »
Mandala Ghetto Priest JabbaDub Savannah EP Review

Mandala Sound – Savannah EP Review

Mandala x Ghetto Priest x JabbaDub: Savannah EP Review – by Mr Topple for Pauzeradio.com. Mandala Sound System may have cemented their status as one of the more inventive outfits to emerge in recent years, with their 2023 riddim that employs myriads of styles and musical oddities to bring the listener something special. Savannah EP, released via Mandala Sound as a 12” vinyl (and available in the Pauzeradio vinyl shop), sees the outfit provide a base riddim which is infinitely fascinating for various artists to then bounce off. Aside from the composition and performances, the mastering is slick with some

Read More »
Dub Judah Biography

Dub Judah

Dub Judah Biography: Dub Judah, born Christopher George, emerged as a prominent figure in the reggae music scene, renowned for his distinctive sound and unwavering commitment to the roots reggae tradition. His journey from humble beginnings to international acclaim is a testament to his talent, perseverance, and dedication to his craft. He was born in the vibrant city of London, England, in the late 1960s. Growing up in a culturally diverse environment, he was exposed to various musical genres from an early age. However, it was reggae music that captured his heart and soul. Influenced by legendary artists such as

Read More »
Anaves Music Bass Jam Review

Anaves Music – Bass Jam – Review

Various Artists and Anaves Music: Bass Jam Album Review – by Mr Topple for Pauzeradio.com. Anaves Music, headed up by saxophonist and producer Sebastian “Sabolious” Schwager, has already had an illustrious track record since its launch in 2019. Now, the label’s first digital album provides a refreshing retrospective of this – along with some new music as well. Bass Jam, released via Anaves Music, sees Sabolious musically choreograph 12 tracks featuring various artists. It’s a testament to the sheer breadth that the label has covered in the past five years, but also the musicality of those involved. Because Bass Jam

Read More »
Dem A Fight EP Review

Grubby Mitts – Dem a Fight EP – Review

Grubby Mitts: Dem a Fight EP Review by Mr Topple for Pauzeradio.com. A recent release by the Grubby Mitts label shows what can be done when you take a top-class riddim and turn it into a 12” vinyl release – available now in the Pauzeradio reggae vinyl shop. Dem A Fight EP, released via Grubby Mitts, sees the label team up with some well-established artists, as well as a rising one, across a base riddim which is effective and infectious. Side one opens with Admiral Tibet and Dem a Fight – the base riddim of the record. It’s a classic

Read More »
JahBradez Rock With Me Press Release

JahBradez – Rock With Me – Press Release

Press Release: JahBradez takes inspiration from a rainy Jamaican night for his latest cut. Jamaican artist JahBradez has a musical pedigree stretching back to the 2000’s. And it shows in his latest release – as he takes inspiration from his homeland’s climate and immerses it in sumptuous Reggae vibes. Rock with Me sees this talented musician/songwriter team up with Peter Samaru of Kongz Production across a brooding and elegant track that weaves around some traditional Reggae sounds – but also incorporates some more modern and eclectic elements, too: JahBradez, having trained at the prestigious Edna Manley College, co-founded the widely

Read More »
JayRyme Hyh Volume Skank Pan Repeat Review

JayRyme & Hyh Volume – Skank Pan Repeat – Review

JayRyme and Hyh Volume: Skank Pan Repeat Single Review by Mr Topple for Pauzeradio.com. German producer Sechs9Studios has arrived with his first official release – teaming up with well-established Anotha One Productions across a cut that perfectly blurs genres ready for summer 2024. Skank Pan Repeat sees Jamaican artists JayRyme and Hyh Volume lend their talents to Sechs9Studios, who also did the mixing and mastering. It’s a hybrid cut that fuses genres together – as well as some solid instrumental work from Robert Wheeler on the drums and Christopher David Sumner on guitar. On a first listen, you’d be forgiven

Read More »

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