Pinoy reggae

History#

Jamaican reggae was introduced to the Philippines in the late 1960s; however the first recognized Filipino reggae bands didn’t appear until the late 1970s. Cocojam is known as one of the first Filipino reggae bands. Ska also found its place in the Philippines, with many bands forming, especially in the Visayas region. Cities like Dumaguete and Cebu became the hub of Filipino ska. Dub music also found its place within the islands, with bands like Junior Kilat popularizing the genre with songs like “Sigbin”. Local folklore, tales and traditions were a noticeable influence on songs. The subgenre dancehall was popularized in Cebu by Coolie Dread and the Microphone Commanders. Bands like Badjao Roots and Tropical Depression displayed cultural awareness by using traditional instruments in their songs. With the commercial success of groups like Brownman Revival and Tropical Depression, the Filipino reggae scene has seen more popularity, to the point that more reggae festivals are being introduced and expanded around the country.

Manila#

• Blakdyak
• Brownman Revival
• Tropical Depression

Cotabato#

• Elias “Elias J. TV” Lintucan

Reggae radio stations#

There are a number of radio stations in the Philippines which play reggae music, although few are dedicated solely to the genre. Below is a list of prominent reggae radio stations in the Philippines. * Doobie Nights (JAM 88.3 FM) Saturdays 6–10pm - Roots, Rock, Reggae (defunct) * Groove Session (Jam 88.3 FM) Saturdays 3-5pm * Dread At the Control (DWNU FM) 107.5 FM Thursdays 9–10pm * Radio Boracay (DYJV, Radio Boracay 106.1) * Onebeat Dancehall Radio Show DWLA (RJ Underground Radio UR 105.9) Fridays 9–10pm * GNNFM 101.7 (Cotabato) every Saturday 9pm–12am * Kaya Radio Online Radio Youtube Afternoon and Midnight Sesh

External links#

• Harambe Society - Bob Marley Day Festival
• Live and Love, Reggae for Humanity
• Roots Revival Facebook account