Rootsland "Stories that are Music to your ears"
Henry KRootsland 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 lis... more
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 106 | Founded | 5 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | MusicMusic HistorySociety & Culture | |||
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December 3rd, 1976.
Two days before the historic Smile Jamaica concert, gunmen stormed Bob Marley’s home at 56 Hope Road and opened fire.
He performed anyway.
In this remixed, remastered, and newly revoiced Producer’s Cut of one of Rootsland’s mos... more
A forgotten cassette demo from forty years ago leads Henry K back to the first song he ever sold… and three simple words that shaped his life: Just keep trying.
What begins as a lighthearted reaction to an old recording slowly opens into something d... more
In the season finale of Rootsland, Henry K reflects on one of the oldest questions we carry through life.
What remains?
The journey begins with a ten-year-old boy in Kobe, Japan who raised butterflies and wondered about something simple: when they ... more
Still in the Game
After the emotional journey of Road to Zion, Rootsland takes a quieter turn.
A phone call from Kingston leads Henry K back to a forgotten corner of his own past — and a blue suitcase sitting inside a storage locker in South Florid... more
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Hands down one of the best podcasts out there. Been listening since season one, great storytelling complemented by perfect music. The cadence, the tone, even if you don’t enjoy reggae music, it will be. Captivated by the story never gets boring.
Apple Podcasts5Row_Jimmy
United States7 months ago - Great podcast
Good stuff. It does remind me of how bad Jamaican reggae was in the mid-eighties through the 90s. I remember going to Sunsplash in 89 or 90 and the highlight was Inner Circle playing Bad Boys…lol
Apple Podcasts4mizageUnited Statesa year ago - A gateway to an incredible history
This is probably the easiest intro to jump into learning about the history of modern reggae music. Very digestible, relatable, and worthwhile tangents that put into context the great human reflection of reggae and Jamaican music. Lots of helpful backstory while keeping a narrative flowing - entertaining and packed with details . Great music and transitions to nail the feel
Apple Podcasts5roo-ticalUnited States2 years ago - Great story, well told!
Well worth a listen!! In addition to the fascinating tale of life and labor in the music industry in Jamaica, the production of Henry's voice along with the addition of sound effects and music really lends to enjoyable, easy listening.
Apple Podcasts5393938423984United States2 years ago - Rootsland
Amazing series with great insight into the reggae world while also following a powerful story of two friends whose paths are twisted together.
Apple Podcasts5DreadpiratemayUnited States2 years ago
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Apple Podcasts | #75 |  Canada/Music/Music History |
Apple Podcasts | #224 |  Ireland/Music/Music History |
Apple Podcasts | #248 |  Netherlands/Music/Music History |
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Long-form narrative about Jamaica's music and culture, blending memoir, history, and intimate storytelling. Episodes center on reggae's social context, personal journeys, memory, and resilience, often weaving archival material with first-person reflections. Notable for cinematic sound design, deep cultural insights, and a willingness to tackle tough themes like loss, injustice, and legacy, all anchored by a conversational host who guides listeners through multi-episode arcs. The show often features conversations with artists, collaborators, and community figures, creating a rich portrait of people behind the music and the enduring impact of memory on culture.
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this podcast launched 5 years ago and published 106 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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