Goa Sunsplash 2019 Lineup

Check out the Goa Sunsplash 2019 full lineup featuring artists from India and all around the world, including reggae legends

Anthony B

Jamaica 🇯🇲

Jan. 13, 2019

Main Stage

Draped in the rich colours of African cloth, his trademark staff in hand, and his dreadlocks wrapped regally on his head, Anthony B embodies all that it is spiritual and proactive about Reggae music. This artiste has been steadfast in his mission to represent the poor and oppressed, using sharp lyrics to confront political injustices and bring the issues of the people to the forefront. In the process, he has raised the quality of performance standards and lyrical content for the industry, through the release of 13 albums, over 1000 singles and appearances on over 100 albums in the last 14 years.

Dub FX

Australia 🇦🇺

Jan. 12, 2019

Main Stage

Dub FX is an Australian musician and worldwide street performer. In 2004 they released a debut and the only album Exeunt Omnes. Soon after he moved to Italy and began a solo career. His trademark is creating rich live music using only his own performance aided by live looping and effects pedals combined with his voice. He creates intricate hip hop, reggae, and drum and bass rhythms.

Channel One Sound System

United Kingdom 🇬🇧

Jan. 13, 2019

Sound System Stage

In 1979, Mikey Dread and his brother Jah T began to play at blues parties and local dances having spent many years under the watchful eye of their father, owner operator of the famous Admiral Bailey Sound. They chose the name Channel One in homage to the legendary Jamaican record label of the same name whose tunes featured heavily in those early selections. Inspired by Bob Marley’s belief in uniting people through reggae music, Mikey was keen to introduce new people to dub reggae music and started touring around universities, where he secured a solid fan base. Channel One’s mission is to break down barriers via reggae music, they have achieved this by playing new venues, new festivals and different countries, taking their unique sound to Australia, New Zealand, Israel, Turkey and all over Europe. Channel One also celebrated 30 consecutive years at the Notting Hill Carnival making them one of the must see soundsystems for attendees to Europes biggest street festival.

ZJ Liquid

Jamaica 🇯🇲

Jan. 12, 2019

Dancehall Stage

It's almost impossible hearing a party being advertised without the name ZJ Liquid attached to it. The high in-demand disc jockey, who plies his trade on ZIP 103FM, has made quite a name for himself over the last seven years. Not only as a disc jock but recently he has been heating up the airwaves as an artiste. From creating slangs ('Yu zee it') to having a gut feeling of the 'next big thing'(Mavado among others), ZJ Liquid seems to have his ear to the street. All this, he said, comesnaturally because of his love for music. "This is just me. What you hear on the radio and see on-stageis just me. Mi love mi music," he said.

Egoless

Croatia 🇭🇷

Jan. 12, 2019

Sound System Stage

Combining dub and dubstep music into one organic whole, while keeping the both foundations of styles in tact, Egoless utilises old Jamaican dub techniques and hardware (analog mixer, tape, tape echoes, spring reverbs, instruments). In the same spirit he is doing the performances live utilizing the same techniques.

Tomawok

France 🇫🇷

Jan. 12, 2019

Main Stage

Efficient on stage as well as in studio, Tomawok takes you to a journey on many kinds of riddims, from 70 to 180 BPM !!! The method is still the same: drafted texts, wealthy rhymes, articulated lyrics, exceptional flow... For sure! This is Apache style!!!

House of Riddim

Austria 🇦🇹

Jan. 13, 2019

Main Stage

House of Riddim is an Austrian band and a music producer team from Lower Austria . In 2009, the band was nominated for the FM4 Award, which is awarded as part of the Amadeus Austrian Music Award . Due to their roots reggae , House of Riddim is often booked as a backing band and collaborates with various international artists on stage and in the studio.

Earl Gateshead

United Kingdom 🇬🇧

Jan. 12, 2019

Sound System Stage

Earl Gateshead began DJing in 1979 when he played Reggae records between punk bands in Brixton... Today Earl tours the world, always playing original, first press, vinyl, which he maintains has the best sound. He spreads the original positive message of love, fromJamaica’s golden era of Reggae music. Earl has a unique voice on the microphone, his ‘Yeah Yeah” Catchphrase has spread right through Reggae music.

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10,000 Lions Sound System

India 🇮🇳

Jan. 12, 2019

Sound System Stage

Powering the Lion's Den Stage since the first edition of the Festival, 10,000 Lions is the first ever reggae dub soundsystem in India, built in Goa by an international team, playing loud since Dec 31st, 2015. They are on a mission to spread reggae music, its message, its massage, and the natural sustainable lifestyle in India. Inspired by Rasta culture, Shiva culture and Permaculture, it's a musical trip to the roots of the cosmic identity

Arrival Sound System

United Kingdom 🇬🇧

Jan. 13, 2019

Sound System Stage

This is Arrival Sound, an act revolving on live manipulation of original music, Rub-a-Dub, Steppas and Reggae. Formed from the foundations of traditional dubbing, Arrival is a distinctive, modern addition to the new UK sound system culture, paying homage to the master magicians of sound, Jah Shaka, Aba-shanti and Mad Professor, who all paved the way for this new generation.

Asher Selector

Switzerland 🇨🇭

Jan. 13, 2019

Sound System Stage

ASHER SELECTOR is a real veteran of the Geneva Reggae scene! Selector since 30 years, founder of the famous RASPECT SHOP and host of the show Wareika Station on COLOR 3 for 10 years. Unconditional defender of the positive Reggae and the Rasta movement, he is constantly touring the four corners of the Globe with his crew POSITIVE AIRLINE. Without a doubt, this is the most influential person of the Swiss Reggae scene and his sets are always great moments of sharing with the public.

Astro Black

Australia 🇦🇺

Jan. 12, 2019

Sound System Stage

Astro Black grew up in Los Angeles on his father's diverse collection of blues, soul, funk and reggae - which helped set the tone for his musical inspirations. He infuses these creative influences into his own sound, which combines this wide range of styles, blending them together in his own unique artistry. Astro emerged in the early 90's as a DJ not afraid to take risks and transcend the limitations of being genre specific. His musical journey began with him learning drums as a teenager. He played in numerous bands, his favorite being the ones that blended genres and blurred lines. Although Astro has always listened to and loved all styles of music. He has had a deep connection and love for reggae/soul and funk music since the 90's. By the mid 90's he was experimenting with producing. After having released a handful of tracks and remixes under different names, he began to cement his reputation locally, in LA as a talent force. His musical journey took him to reside in London, where the music scene and accessibility to European hot spots were influential in his musical growth. Astro performed at various open mics, jams and busking spots throughout London and Europe. He eventually ended up taking up residence in Australia, where he has been musically active every since. He has played alongside some of the industry's biggest names. His high energy sets have secured him a solid reputation worldwide, as a party rocking, crowd pleasing act.

BFR Sound System - Delhi Sultanate

India 🇮🇳

Jan. 13, 2019

Sound System Stage

BASS FOUNDATION ROOTS is unique in India. At present only two Jamaican style hand built reggae sound system exist in South Asia. The journey began with a crowdfunding campaign in 2015. It took over a year to raise the funds and get the components together to build this system and BFR Sound System was finally launched in April 2016. BFR Sound System performances consist of a selection of strictly vinyl records playing a range of Jamaican genres as well as a vast collection of exclusive dubplates recorded it Jamaica's leading Reggae artists.

Black Bird Hum

Australia 🇦🇺

Jan. 12, 2019

Main Stage

A blend of roots reggae and dub, wound together with captivating hooks, solid grooves and striking harmonies, resulting in the type of big-band reggae that throws everything at you from horns to percussion to tripped-out synths and delay-drenched keys. As well as supporting Arrested Development (USA) the band have shared the stage with the likes of The Original Wailers (JAM), Collie Buddz (BER), Black Slate (UK), Melbourne Ska Orchestra (AUS), Kingfisha (AUS) and Six60 (NZ) exciting fans across Australia. With countless festival performances under their belt the band has built a reputation as an all-time-party-band with the heavy grooves of the rhythm section providing the perfect counterpoint to the multi-part horn section and vocal harmonies to bounce off.

Blessed Love

Germany 🇩🇪

Jan. 13, 2019

Sound System Stage

Blessed with the vibes and with deep love for music, this sound drives a certain flavor. That special recipe to turn a regular party into an unique tropical music experience. Blessed Love operates in the style of a Jamaican soundsystem, serving the finest selection of Dancehall, Reggae, selective Hip Hop and Tropical Bass tunes. The sets stand out through fast juggeling techniques and are spiced up with exclusive Blessed Love recordings, so called dubplates. While based in Berlin the sound carries its uplifting rhythms over all frontiers and borders. Thus it’s not by chance that Blessed Love’s very own Selecta Rouz has been rocking stages from Europe to places as far as Brazil, India, Africa, the USA and Central America. Besides rocking countless parties, Blessed Love has also been sharing stages, hosting shows and recording exclusive tracks with luminaries of the reggae, dancehall and hip hop world. Blessed Love comes correct. A juggeling machine and well experienced bashment crew on a mission. A mission to share the music, its love and biggest passion!

Bombay Bassment

India 🇮🇳

Jan. 13, 2019

Main Stage

The Mumbai-based four piece urban music act, which has two albums under its belt – 'Bombay Bassment' and 'Bombay Bassment X FUNC VIP', as well as the 'OK, Dance EP' has earned a reputation for its uninhibited live performances and playful energy through Hip-Hop, Reggae, Funk, Dancehall, Drum n Bass that makes hip-shaking compelling. Bombay Bassment is also the 1st Indian Hip Hop act to play at the Glastonbury Festival in the UK in June 2016.

Boombay Djembe Folas

India 🇮🇳

Jan. 13, 2019

Dancehall Stage

Bombay Djembe Folas is an energetic ensemble of percussionists who play traditional, west African music and are the pioneer to do so in Mumbai. The band was formed in early 2014 and has left people feeling enraptured and inspired. The love for West African music brought the band together and was shaped by Anand Bhagat.

Cheeko

France 🇫🇷

Jan. 12, 2019

Dancehall Stage

Cheeko, the self-proclaimed Big Boï Love or even best quality-price rapper, will be part of the party! The Parisian MC from Phases Cachées who also had fire collaborations alongside Naâman, Jahneration, Guts, Blanka, Rezinsky, Hippocampe Fou or Senbeï, returns in solo formula for his first album... a sweet and salty bite for your ears and colorful sounds for your beautiful eyes! As a master of improvisation and freestyles, Cheeko’s shows are always unique and a true hip hop experiment!

Christos DC

United States of America 🇺🇸

Jan. 12, 2019

Main Stage

Vrenios) was born and in Washington, D.C. by parents who sang opera and taught voice professionally. He takes his name from his Greek heritage, using a nick- name given to him by his grandmother to represent the lineage that set the tone of his musical path. It was Christos' deep appreciation for the sounds coming out of Kingston, Jamaica that led him to produce and record with legendary reggae artists Sly and Robbie, the Firehouse Crew, The Itals, Augustus Pablo, Sugar Minot and Don Carlos, the original lead singer from grammy winning group Black Uhuru. He also has co-written and recorded with the world-famous Thievery Corporation. He spent several years on the road as a guitarist and backup vocalist, performing in the United States and abroad. In 2008, he released his first full album, Time to Rise, followed by his second release, Under the Sun which led him to create the D.C. based independent record label Honest Music. His last full-length album Long Road was released on Earth Day 2014, and received critical acclaim. The first single and video Just Talk To Me features Kenyatta Hill, son of icon Joseph Hill from the trio Culture. The summer hit of 2015, Righteous Chant, finds him reunited with Don Carlos. The song Heart Of Gold, a reggae rendition of The Neil Young classic song released in the latter part of last year and topped several charts in Amsterdam.

Cian Finn

Ireland 🇮🇪

Jan. 12, 2019

Main Stage

Hailing from the west of Ireland, Cian Finn is a vocalist and MC, inspired by the sounds of soul, blues and reggae. Currently working with some of the most respected acts in contemporary dub music, Cian has performed live with Mad Professor, Zion Train, Iration Steppas, Mungo’s Hi-Fi, Dubwise, Cornerstone Roots, Dubkasm, and Radikal Guru. His vocal tracks have been remixed by Manasseh, RSD, Phaeleh, and Indigo.

Cisco Kid

Italy 🇮🇹

Jan. 12, 2019

Main Stage

Founder as DJ/selecter and MC of Filuferroots (Bologna, Italy), Cisco Kid (Cisco Chi) has become one of the most prominent forces in the reggae culture in Europe. His lyrical content aims to give tribute to the Jamaican reggae singers of the seventies, and project their style in order to fit into the new sounds of the modern, heavy bassline reggae music.

Craig Black Eagle

Jamaica 🇯🇲

Jan. 12, 2019

Dancehall Stage

A professional dancer, instructor and choreographer, Craig discovered his dancing skills at a late age. He was 19 years old when he fell in love with dancing. With an incredible decisiveness and ambition, he has grown to become one of the most prominent dancehall dancers in the world and passion is what characterizes his dancing. With his unique image, extraordinary dance skills and animated moves he cannot be overlooked. Craig is all-rounded in different styles of dancing but he is especially dedicated to dancehall because that is what he loves the most.

Craig R. Ninjah

United Kingdom 🇬🇧

Jan. 12, 2019

Sound System Stage

Craig R.Ninjah is a Spontaneous Vibes Coordinator. That means you can find him hosting bands, shows and stages worldwide. He also plays an incredible steel instrument called a handpan and also enjoys to share freestyle lyrics on live music, from dub to hip hop to reggae to folk. He has toured with several bands including, Hang Massive, in over 30 countries as well as with Massive Vibe throughout India. Recent releases include collaboration tracks with J Rokka Music, Jungle Weed, Bleeker and Hang Massive.

Cultivation

Nepal 🇳🇵

Jan. 13, 2019

Sound System Stage

Cultivation, a Nepal ( Kathmandu ) based reggae singer/ song writer has been actively promoting reggae music locally since 2010. He had released a 4 track EP ( IRIEGATION) 2014 through OUTTALLECTUALS. February 2017 Cultivation released his debut live studio ALBUM “ PLAINS HILLS AND MOUNTAINS" with "The Himalions".2017 also saw another ep release with arrival sound. A three tune packed cultivation meets arrival sound was the spark for the birth of Everest sound system.

India 🇮🇳

Jan. 13, 2019

D2 is a versatile party rocker who has been active on the Mumbai circuit for the last year. His selections of hip hop, bass and reggae / dancehall are sure to get any session started. D2 is known for his energetic performances and audience interaction skills. He is a resident DJ for Tun Up Thursdays along with General Zooz (Reggae Rajahs) and Major C (Bombay Bassment) at Raasta Bombay. , D2 has also performed at a Boxout Social in Mumbai, kitty su mumbai , Brewbot Mumbai , Indulge Festival and at Goa Sunsplash 2018. Official DJ for Black Turban Squad.

Damalistik

France 🇫🇷

Jan. 13, 2019

Sound System Stage

Damalistik CEO, Selecta, MC and Producer Of Roots Survival Sound & Records started his affair with Jamaican music in the mid 90s playing reggae music at clubs and other venues all around Toulouse, France. In 2000 he and bunch of his friends started The Roots Survival Sound spreading message of love and understanding and also cutting exclusives dubplates and organizing dancehall parties. Since then Damalistik tirelessly plays almost every week not only in his native France, but also in numerous European countries and his tour list includes countries like Germany, Sweden, Finland, Poland, United Kingdom, Slovakia, Czech Republic , Greece, Austria and others. He also made several trips across the sea and played in Gambia, Cuba and the reggaeland Jamaica. Roots Survival spins every kind of Jamaican music from rocksteady through roots to modern dancehall and peppers his selection with hints of hip hop and exclusive tunes. Damalistik is always ready to kill a crowd with his energy, good vibes and music selection.

Delhi Sultanate & Begum X

India 🇮🇳

Jan. 13, 2019

Sound System Stage

Delhi Sultanate & Begum X are India’s foremost Reggae & Dancehall artists. The duo has opened for Snoop Lion and Julian Marley in India and has toured the US, Europe and Afghanistan bringing reggae music to new frontiers. Delhi Sultanate’s singles “NYC-2-India“ with Subatomic Soundsystem and “Criss & Shine” respectively went to #1 on Beatport Reggae Charts and Juno Hip Hop singles charts. He has collaborated with Sizzla Kalonji for an upcoming track and has voiced dubplates for Rory Stonelove. The newest release is “Fever” on prestigious label LionDub International. Begum X is a singer, actor and highly acclaimed yoga practitioner. Her sensual vocals rip the air with a subtle concoction of jazz, blues and rocksteady rhythms. With a voice that not just reminds you of the greatest jazz crooners from where the magic begun, but also complements the musical style of Delhi Sultanate perfectly. Apart from their duo act they are also the lead singers of the MTV india award nominee The Ska Vengers, India’s first ska and rocksteady band.

Dj Irie Dread

Zimbabwe 🇿🇼

Jan. 12, 2019

Sound System Stage

DJ Irie Dread is one of the esteem DJ of today's entertainment. Irie Dread been creative with his talent in all music genres to fit the right occasions for all his clients. DJ Irie Dread's passion towards his work has always kept him notable DJ over many years. He aim to obtain a position in the music industry by his knowledge and talent in which he can utilize his skills and learn from the experts as he works his way towards his ultimate goal of producing own original dance tracks, remixes and commercially released mixed CD's.

DJ SA

India 🇮🇳

Jan. 13, 2019

Dancehall Stage

DJ SA is India's premier HipHop/Trap DJ, voted 'India's best Hip-Hop DJ' at the inaugural VH1MyFav Awards in the past, Sa has taken Hip-Hop music to a whole new level in the country. Having a key role in promoting Hip Hop/Trap music, Dj Sa can be seen performing regularly at clubs all around the country. Opening for the likes of Akon, Charmillionaire, Kardinal Ofishall, Sean Kingston, SnoopDogg (Lion), MIMS and DJ Green Lantern resulting in collaboration with Universal Music to promote all their hip hop albums across India in the past. Having played over 100 gigs each in 2013 and 2014, opening for the likes of MAJOR LAZER as well as providing support to bass music kingpin "Flux Pavilion" further cements his status as a key player in Indian club culture.

DJ Uri & Paper Queen

India 🇮🇳

DJ Uri - The brainchild of nights like 'Wobble' and 'Evolution: The History of Drum & Bass' DJ Uri has nurtured the Indian bass music scene, influencing the next generation and still managing to stay fresh in his music and in his approach. 20 years in the Indian scene and regular shows across Europe, this one man DJ machine just keeps dishing out a barrage of heavy weight bass, scratches, live sampling and finger drumming over a mind boggling array of Quality Music. Paper Queen - A unique blend of hip-hop, drum and bass, future beats and experimental bass music, a signature Paper Queen DJ set has the right selection of music to receive mass appeal yet retain a certain street credibility. Based in Mumbai, Paper Queen has already played major events and venues. Taking influences from artists such as Troyboi, Fixate, Deft & DJ Craze, her musical creations are hard hitting, bouncy & totally engineered for the dance floor.

Dj Yung Maddy

India 🇮🇳

Jan. 13, 2019

Young, Energetic, Tough with a dash of Charm, Dj Yung Maddy's personality and music embodies and lives up to his name. Starting his career as the youngest Deejay in Pune at the tender age of 14, nearly a decade later Maddy is currently a force in the hip hop and afrobeat night life bringing fun and a turn up experience for crowds wherever he goes. Playing at numerous clubs in India including Blue Frog and ARK to playing alongside Miss FTV, Maddy continues to progress in his career with the same zeal he had from day one.Yung Maddy brings a unique and signature Hip Hop sound that combines RnB, Old School, Reggaeton, Dacehall, Afrobeat and Trap to spin a truly unique and diverse sound guaranteed to have the party moving and twerking. Known for specializing in spinning the latest hits, Maddy focuses on creating the newest and hottest sets to help educate and elevate the hip hop culture in India. With his constant energy, unique mixes and passion for the music, Yung Maddy never disappoints.

Dr. Sakthi

Malaysia 🇲🇾

Jan. 12, 2019

Sound System Stage

It has been a long journey for Dr.Sakthi who performs a balancing act between music and medicine.This Klang boy indulges in a mix genre of reggae and fusion, sings and writes in English, Tamil,Malay and Russian and is constantly experimenting with other languages whilst exploring the cultural diversity of music from all around the world.While balancing his professional life as a doctor Dr.Sakthi has been keeping himself constantly involved in performing, music composing and song writing.He sums up his musical journey which he takes it on as serious as his medical career with the upcoming album titled #HeartBeat Dr.Sakthi tags himself a conscious musician as his artwork is consciously designed and lyrics penned in the most consciously evoking and positively influenced way possible. music.He believes that bringing positively influenced and conscious music to the mainstream arena is vital for the general wellbeing of the world and its population and most importantly the younger generation who are the future leaders of the world.A strong believer in the notion " MUSIC IS MEDICINE "

Dreadsquad

Poland 🇵🇱

Jan. 12, 2019

Sound System Stage

Poland's staple Reggae Dancehall export. The Dreadsquad project has put Poland on the map for creating dancefloor friendly riddim and bassline madness. The Dreadsquad sound is a worldwide sound taking influence and inspiration from all walks of life. It is glued together by Jamaican Soundsystem culture and modern Bass music culture and is a force to be reckoned with.

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Earthpipe

United Kingdom 🇬🇧

Jan. 12, 2019

Sound System Stage

Earthpipe resident at Subdub events in Leeds with his Sweetpotato Soundsystem for the last 19 years. In July 2016 Earthpipe performed twice in Poland at the Reggae On Festival in Czestochowa and at the Ostroda Reggae Festival. In January 2016 Earthpipe also performed at the Sunrise Bar at the famous 'Full Moon Beach Party' at Hadd Rin on Koh Pagnan island, Thailand. DJ Earthpipe, has promoted all things dubwize in a career already spanning 25 years that has resulted in him performing at Glastonbury Festival 4 times, Outlook in Croatia, Brixton Academy with Lee Perry & Finsbury Park London. He has played Megadog Beach Festival & Solar Eclipse Festival in Cornwall & 4 Essential Festivals in Brighton. Earthpipe played on West Africas biggest radio station 'Radio 100' Banjul, Gambia to millions of listeners alongside friend Musa Mboob the master drummer. He has also played New Years Eve Party in Palolem in Goa India. He has also completed a 10 date tour of France & a 4 gig tour of Poland.

Forelock & Arawak

Italy 🇮🇹

Jan. 13, 2019

Main Stage

Arawak are one of Sardinia’s strongest reggae realities, born in 2003, and over the past years performed as riddim band for legendary Jamaican artists. Soon Forelock became frontman of the band and proved to be one of the most promising voices in the Italian reggae scene: thanks to the various collaborations sparked from his numerous travels to Jamaica, he earned the title of “Top Singa” among the national and European reggae community.

Ixist

India 🇮🇳

Ixist aka Akshay Radia’s journey has been one of perpetual self-discovery and innovation which he shares with his audience through his music. Discovering hip hop at a young age, he began rapping when he was 11 years old while listening to legends such as Nas, Atmosphere, Outkast and others. Since then his pursuit has been unremitting and beginning in the early 2000s Ixist has featured and performed in over 500 shows in stadiums, auditoriums and clubs around the world. As an artist, Ixist has a holistic approach to life and music with his art resonating with his beliefs and way of life. Dealing with the quintessential questions of the nature of one’s existence, truth and art, his versatility is exceptional drawing inspiration from old school and new school hip hop with elements of funk, reggae, spoken word and R&B. His lyrical content expands upon a broad range of topics with his technical prowess making his music, one of a kind.

Jungle Weed

France 🇫🇷

Jan. 12, 2019

Sound System Stage

Jungle Weed is a Dub-trotter, he travels with his home studio and recorded sounds and people he met. Asia and mainly India are his preferred destination whence the name of his first Ep : Bollyworld. A fine mix of electronic dub and unique ethnique samples, that’s the Jungle Weed recipe.

Kadambari & The Coffee Cats

India 🇮🇳

Jan. 13, 2019

Main Stage

The Coffee Cats is a band based in Goa, India. They play a wide range of music from jazz-funk to classic rock and pop

Kibir La Amlak

United Kingdom 🇬🇧

Jan. 12, 2019

Sound System Stage

Kibir La Amlak pay homage to the traditional sound system style whilst offering a respectful and unique twist of their own. As dub music journeys and grows into increasingly electronic and dance influenced forms Kibir La Amlak steadfastly hold onto the roots and culture that the scene was built upon. JT operates the sound system and selects the music; from vintage revival roots to the freshest dub plate selections from the KLA studio; overlaid with a myriad of analogue reverbs, delays, sirens and filters with vocal improvisations and harmonies over dubwise versions. A regular feature in top sound system arenas such as University of Dub and Teachings in Dub, Kibir La Amlak have earned a place alongside the greatest names in the sound system world and have rocked sessions all over the UK, Europe and beyond.

Larry T and ThuliThulz

Zimbabwe 🇿🇼

Jan. 13, 2019

Sound System Stage

Larry T has made a name for himself as one of the best MCs with in the entertainment circles. ThuliThulz is a versatile DJ and VJ with a deep passion for making the dance floor shake. They have now teamed up and between them have headlined a number of events in South Africa, Botswana, Zambia and Lesotho.

Masia One

Singapore 🇸🇬

Jan. 12, 2019

Main Stage

Born in Singapore, grown in Canada, earned her stripes in America and became inspired by her time in the Caribbean. Now this artist is reconnecting with her roots in Asia and re-emerging as the Far East Empress. After graduating with an honors BA in Architecture from the University of Toronto, MAS1A told her Chinese parents she intended to become a rapper. She set out on this unlikely path and succeeded in working with international greats from Pharrell, John Frusciante, Che Vicious (G.O.O.D. Music, Kanye West, Jay-Z), RZA and Talib Kweli. She toured and performed in over 20 countries and has headlined festivals such as Burning Man, Laneway, Ultra Music Japan, Pink Dot, Singapore: Inside Out (Australia) and most recently at Singjazz – setting the stage for her hero Lauryn Hill. On the cusp of releasing her new album named Far East Empress, her video Time Wastin’ is catching the attention of international and local audiences alike, as she shares for the first time her Asian inspirations. Artist, Entrepreneur, Songwriter, Arts Educator, and Creative Director, MAS1A truly defines her Queendom and continues to add to her impressive credentials that make her a true international Empress.

Monkey Sound System - Dakta Dub

India 🇮🇳

Jan. 12, 2019

Sound System Stage

Dakta Dub is a Selector/Radio presenter with loads of experience behind him dedicated to music. His DJ career started in 2004 when he first visited Budapest, Hungary. He has a vast collection of Indian music from across the globe, a true Rastafari believer and big fan of reggae and dub music and the legend Bob Marley. The Budapest underground music culture made a strong impact on him, which gave him way to explore to underground hip-hop, old skool, nu skool jazz, trip-hop, drum n bass, Jungle, Reggae/Dub and many more global influences. Returned to Hyderabad, India in 2008. Now spreading underground music vibes to Indian massive. Working on making a non-commercial, independent radio station www.monkeyradio.in and monthly dance nights BASS SANSKRITI

NZ Selector

Russia 🇷🇺

Jan. 13, 2019

Sound System Stage

The roots of this reggae shaman come from the heart of Russia. Born and raised in Moscow's cultural masala, this selector skillfully blends various musical genres into a smooth mix. Genres including conscious reggae and dub, psychedelic dubstep and impulsive jungle. Since his first parties in 2004 he is deeply immersed in underground music, whether it is organzing shows for international artists or helping the local scene develop.

Olas Boss

United Kingdom 🇬🇧

Jan. 13, 2019

Sound System Stage

Olas Boss is very well known in the UK, Europe and worldwide, and highly respected, in the reggae world and regularly plays out gigs all across the UK Ireland and Europe. He also plays regularly in Spain and Malta as well as being anchor DJ at many specialised reggae and Ska events nationally and internationally Bringing his own unique selection style , Olas Boss is in high demand with residencies as far afield as Brixton, London and the Costa del Sol, in Spain. With three radio shows a week including the uks first original reggae station , Concious radio London, olas boss live Facebook sets regularly attract 40k viewers per show with audiences representing 50 worldwide countries. After sunsplash here in goa, olas boss moves on to Manila and Australia before playing in Kingston Jamaica and then back to a festival in the Republic of Ireland. Olas Boss runs the upsetter sound system, is an advocate of traditional vinyl records and is an avid reggae record collector. One thing for certain olas boss puts the fun back into reggae every time he plays

Reggae Rajahs

India 🇮🇳

Jan. 12, 2019

Sound System Stage

Reggae Rajahs are a crew of DJs and MCs who focus on promoting dub, roots reggae and dancehall music. Formed in 2009, the group has dedicated itself to spreading the sounds of the Caribbean across India. Reggae Rajahs have opened for Snoop Dogg and Major Lazer and have also shared the stage with a number of established international artists. They have toured across Europe, South America and South East Asia in recent years. They host an international reggae festival every year called Goa Reggae Sunsplash, and are also key part of the hand built 10,000 Lions Sound System, one of two Jamaican style speaker systems in India.

Reggae Roast

United Kingdom 🇬🇧

Jan. 12, 2019

Dancehall Stage

Since forming in 2007, Reggae Roast have forged a reputation as the leading light in the resurgence of the UK Dub / Reggae scene. Combining the label, events and sound system they are spreading the conscious message in the music far and wide, whilst gaining a reputation as one of the key players in the new wave of British Reggae. On their label ‘Reggae Roast Records’ they have built a formidable reputation producing and releasing some of the biggest tracks in recent memory.

Rudy Roots

France 🇫🇷

Jan. 13, 2019

To attend a RUDY ROOTS party is to be swept up in a sea of skanking feet and sweat- soaked bodies gyrating to the rhythm of an ever-surprising trip through genres. Effortlessly combining styles from Roots Reggae to Rub a Dub, modern Reggae beats, Hip Hop Remix, Nu Roots, Raggajungle and Digital, the unmatched dynamism of a Rudy Roots DJ set maintains an inescapable energy from start to finish. With 17 years performing internationally and 7 years organizing and promoting the now legendary 'Reggae Rules the Beach' parties in North Goa, India, Rudy is a master of the art of selecting and mixing, an intuitive conductor of audiences. A RUDY ROOTS' event is an experience not to be missed...

Saigon Dub Station

Vietnam 🇻🇳

Jan. 13, 2019

Saigon Dub Station promotes reggae and dub music in Ho Chi Minh city, Vietnam. From Roots Reggae to Steppa Dub, they cover most of the sub genres of Reggae music such as dancehall, new roots, digital, dub. They are a crew of 5 DJs, from France & Vietnam, Uk, Jamaica and Germany, spreading the reggae culture as much as we can.

Sanyas-I

India 🇮🇳

Jan. 12, 2019

Main Stage

Sanyas-I is passionate about Dub, Reggae, Dancehall and its various Caribbean subgenres and has been mentored by some of the pioneers in the Indian Reggae scene such as Dakta Dub and General Zooz. He delivers a scintillating mixture of Indian style combined with Reggae culture - a truly unique combination stemming from the suburban Indian underground.

Scars

France 🇫🇷

French Reggae / Dancehall upcoming artist, SCARS travels the world for singing these messages. Conscious, current, sometimes funny, the lyrics are really important for him. More than 350 shows these 5 last years ! He has released two albums with big names of French Reggae like is friend Naâman, Taïro, Daddy Mory of Raggasonic. Powerfull & sharing : this is the signature of Scars on stage !

Shire Roots

United Kingdom 🇬🇧

Hip-Hop + Reggae artist from Devon UK Soundsystem culture meets Hip-Hop inna strictly positive style. Been performing live since 2008. And has performed at shows across the UK/Germany/Czech republic/Slovakia/India/Jamaica. Supporting the likes of - Ziggy Ricardo /Reggae Rajahs/ Gentlemans dub club/ Soon T/ Radikal Guru / YT/Solo Banton/Deadly Hunta/Skitz/Buggsy/ Tippa Irie/ + many more less

Small Axe Sound

India 🇮🇳

Jan. 13, 2019

Sound System Stage

Roots sound system from Shillong, India. Flying the rasta flag across north east India and beyond.

Sodhi

India 🇮🇳

Jan. 13, 2019

Arjun Sodhi aka SODHI is a hip-hop/dancehall/bass music DJ from New Delhi. After spending his formative years in London his tastes are heavily influenced from the sounds of the City’s underground music scene. Blurring the lines between Grime,Dubstep,Hip-Hop,Afro and Dancehall, SODHI ties together soundsytem music with urban sounds in a way that will keep your feet moving and head bobbing.

Stain

India 🇮🇳

Jan. 13, 2019

Sourodeep's project as Stain focuses on a meditative side of bass music but at the same time he can lead any dancefloor to complete carnage, with influences from old school dubstep, jungle and drum and bass Stain is an all around bass music warrior.

Steppa Style

Russia 🇷🇺

Jan. 12, 2019

Main Stage

Steppa Style is one of the first reggae artists out of Russia to sing in English and Patois. His raggamuffin style vocals are featured on jungle, dubstep, dancehall and reggae tracks which has lead him to collaborate with many top international producers including Dreadsquad (Poland), Viktorious (Sweden), Max RubaDub (Swiss), Supersonic Sound (Germany), Infinite Records (France) , ePeak (France), & DJ Vadim (UK).

Strictly Blazin

United States of America 🇺🇸

Jan. 13, 2019

Sound System Stage

The sounds of the West Indies feature heavily in everything Strictly Blazin plays. Incorporating Dancehall, Soca, Hip Hop, Reggae, Afrobeats, and Pop, he is constantly pushing genre boundaries forward to create an intriguing mix. His sets can include everything from vintage Rocksteady, to trapped-out Dancehall, to the latest Electro-Caribbean Pop. Strictly Blazin began his career spinning 7" Jamaican records throughout the U.S. before relocating to Bali. He now plays frequently throughout Southeast Asia appearing alongside artists like RSD (Rob Smith), DJ Angelo, Conkarah, and Ras Muhamad. He is also a co-founder of PROPA VIBE$, an international Dancehall & Bashment party collective, and hosts a popular podcast showcasing the hottest sounds of the moment alongside exclusive dubplates and remixes.

Supa Mana

France 🇫🇷

Jan. 12, 2019

Dancehall Stage

A compulsive collector of vinyls, Supa Mana fell into reggae when she was little. She made her stage debut in 2009 alongside the Label X-Ray production where she was resident of the famous "Here I Come" parties in Paris. Sparkling and dynamic, it has already seduced a wide audience. Following her latest EP "Bad Girls", SUPA MANA decides to compose her very first album "Double Trouble" in collaboration with Olo of the band ONDUBGROUND. Between Reggae and Bass Music, the atmosphere of this album will transport you to a digital universe, dub club, specific to the atmosphere of the Label BRIGANTE RECORDS, created by BIGA RANX. Her Charisma and her ever more powerful Digital Bass Music productions make her one of the most popular female Reggae Producers in France today.

The Avadhutas

India 🇮🇳

Jan. 12, 2019

Main Stage

The Avadhutas is a reggae band playing roots reggae music. They aim with our musical mission to present and preserve the world with heartical music that is inspired by this life, past ones and future ones. With help of all the mystics thats been around, is around and will be around. Surrounded by the ancient (and recent) ancestors we are trying to spread a message about being free from what was holding us back, even liberation... Yes I higher heights! They are forwarding a self-sufficient lifestyle in a realistic sense so we choose to dispense peace, love and unity through the infinite wisdom and truth that can be found and experienced from within this finite body. Forward Ever & Backward Never. Currently Jamming in and out of reality

Zema

Sweden 🇸🇪

Jan. 13, 2019

Sound System Stage

Zema is a producer, collector, selector and lover of roots reggae music and founder of the record label 'Zema Music'

Zipporah

United Kingdom 🇬🇧

Jan. 13, 2019

Mia Zur-Szpiro, Zipporah, is an Editor and Head of Film for the UK music platform, Stamp The Wax. Mia unearths cutting-edge musical talents and scenes from all around the world, with her unique films and features. From Nairobi hip-hop, Vancouver house, Melbourne soul, Bristolian Dub, Japanese Jazz, Israeli techno and more, there is no sound and place Mia isn't interested in. Originally from London, Mia is now based in Tel Aviv, where she is working closely with local talents and diving into the Middle East's music scene; as heard in her regular radio shows for Stamp The Wax. Mia is currently working on several documentaries and is building a new project, which creates better opportunities for girls and women in music, in this unique part of the world.