Skanking Lizard’s new vinyl retrospective, Original Chicago Reggae: 1978-1996, quadruples the number of formally released tracks in their discography.
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Charley Organaire helped introduce the harmonica to ska and reggae
Charles “Organaire” Cameron had an illustrious career in Jamaica before settling in Chicago in the 70s, where he continues to record and perform.
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At Riot Fest’s close, Snoop was late, Jimmy Cliff was great, and Juggalos made our day
On the third and final day of Riot Fest, the punk-rock fantasy camp atmosphere began to evaporate.
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A ridiculous and occasionally useful guide to Riot Fest 2015
The festival has been a punching bag so far this year, but with luck it’ll turn out more like a piñata—and either way, the Reader is getting in a few swings.
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Overlooked ska and reggae treasure Charles ‘Organaire’ Cameron drops his first vinyl in decades
BLVD Records gets back into gear, overlooked ska and reggae treasure Charles “Organaire” Cameron drops his first vinyl in decades, and more.
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Eight minutes with Big Boi
Big Boi on Kate Bush, Jimmy Cliff, his favorite indie-rock bands, and his dedication to his grind
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Wah Do Dem
The Brooklyn-indie-rocker-lost-in-Jamaica comedy “Wah Do Dem” makes its Chicago debut in a double feature with “The Harder They Come,” tonight at Lincoln Hall.
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The Reader’s Guide to Lollapalooza 2010
The lay of the land, critics’ picks, and afterparties
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Thoughts on a Few Acts Playing This Year’s Lollapalooza
The Lollapalooza lineup: reactions and predictions