Episode 11

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14th Aug 2024

Season 7 Bonus "Choose your Murderer Wisely"

Much to the dismay of Co-host Sia, Henry K breaks down the biggest story in Jamaican music...Dancehall Artist Vybez Kartel's recent release from prison and what a "Kartel Comeback" means to Reggae Music. While social media has exploded with delight, others are not so elated. "Choose your Murderer Wisely," shines a light on the complexity of artist Vybez Kartel and his hardcore band of followers.

Rootsland "Reggae's Untold Stories"

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Produced by Henry K in association with Voice Boxx Studio Red Hills, Jamaica

Intro by Michelle "Kim" Yamaguchi

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Intro features Jacob Miller "Mixed Up Moods" Barrington Levy "Murderer"

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Rootsland "Stories that are Music to your ears"
A podcast about reggae, resistance, and what endures
Rootsland is a long-form narrative audio documentary created and hosted by Henry K. Set against the backdrop of Jamaica and its music culture, the series blends memoir, documentary storytelling, history, and lived experience to explore friendship, ambition, faith, loss, identity, and the moments that change our lives. Drawing on nearly three decades living and working in Jamaica, Henry K takes listeners beyond the headlines and into the lives of artists, dreamers, hustlers, visionaries, and everyday people whose paths intersect in unexpected ways. While reggae often provides the soundtrack, Rootsland is ultimately about people, memory, culture, and the search for meaning in a changing world. Broadcasting from the intersection of word, sound, and power, these are stories about the roads we choose, the people who shape us, and what remains long after the music fades.
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Henry K: Henry K is a storyteller, creative director, and reggae enthusiast deeply integrated into the world of Jamaican music. Through his show "Rootsland," Henry shares narratives that blend music, culture, and life lessons, often drawing from his extensive experiences working with renowned artists and navigating the intricate layers of the music industry. His passion for authenticity and creative expression shines through in every episode.