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Sounds of the Caribbean with Selecta Jerry

Reggae Radio by Selecta Jerry
Reggae Music
Reggae
Roots Reggae
Dancehall
Bob Marley
Jamaica
Christmas
Peter Tosh
Dub
Dennis Brown
Lovers Rock
Max Romeo
Haile Selassie
Dub Music
Burning Spear
Music Releases 2023
Philadelphia
Selecta Jerry
Chronixx
Johnny Clarke

A Strictly Reggae music podcast featuring the best in Roots Reggae, Conscious Dancehall, Lovers Rock, Oldies and Dub

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This weeks show starts off with new music from I-Taweh and continues on with classics from King Kong, Peter Broggs, The Prophets with Trinity and Tommy McCook, The Wailers, Barry Brown, Tappa Zukie, Leroy Sibbles, Leroy Smart, Sylford Walker, Knowled... more

This weeks show starts off with classics from Don Carlos, Culture, Sugar Minott, Yabby You, Freddie McGregor, Danny Red & Gussie P, Pablo Moses, The Wailing Souls, Errol Dunkley, Leroy Smart, Donovan Adams, The Viceroys, The Maytones, Jacob Miller, R... more

This weeks show starts off in a classic style with music from Glen Washington, Bob Marley & The Wailers, Ini Kamoze, Jacob Miller, Israel Vibration, Buju Banton, Garnet Silk, Black Uhuru, Ronnie Davis & The Aggrovators, The Mighty Diamonds, The Offic... more

This weeks show starts off with classics from Glen Washington, Tony Rebel, Luciano, Garnet Silk, Freddie McGregor, The Twinkle Brothers, Danny Red, Vivian Jones, Linval Thompson, Martin Campbell, Bob Marley, Jacob Miller & Prince Phillip, Barrington ... more

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Recent Guests

Mark Abie
Rastaman, listener shout-out participant and on-air personality
Episode: Sounds of the Caribbean with Selecta Jerry EP963
Errol Dunkley
Original Foundation artist
Episode: Sounds of the Caribbean with Selecta Jerry EP963
Steve The Rock
Speaker for artist introduction
Episode: Sounds of the Caribbean with Selecta Jerry EP962
Tubby Diamonds
Member of The Mighty Diamonds representing The Mighty Diamonds
Episode: Sounds of the Caribbean with Selecta Jerry EP962
Errol Flabba Holt
Bass player, Roots Walex band leader
Episode: Sounds of the Caribbean with Selecta Jerry EP962
Christopher Ellis
Ghetto Youths International artist
Ghetto Youths International
Episode: Sounds of the Caribbean with Selecta Jerry EP962
Nga Han
Listener who is featured in the show
Episode: Sounds of the Caribbean with Selecta Jerry EP958
Abia Yisrael
Artist from Dominica
ChaYah Studios
Episode: Sounds of the Caribbean with Selecta Jerry EP953
Freddie McGregor
Reggae artist featured in a spoken intro message
Greensleeves Records (mentioned in related context)
Episode: Sounds of the Caribbean with Selecta Jerry EP949

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Selecta Jerry
Host of Sounds of the Caribbean, with a long-running reggae radio program known for four-hour reggae mixes, artist shout-outs, and listener interactions.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 338 ratings
  • Big up’s to selecta Jerry

    Simply the best. WOW.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Left of bedrock
    United States3 months ago
  • Amazing !

    I have been listening tonSelecta Jerry for at least ten years now, and i still look forward to his show every week !! BIG UP !!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sailawayson
    United Statesa year ago
  • Respect

    Respect to THE selecta Jerry! Just want to say thank you for the effort you put into selecting crucial riddims for the reggae heads to enjoy every week. I hope you keep it going for 899 more episodes my brother! Much love and respect sent your way.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Wardo83
    United Statesa year ago
  • Wonderful show!

    Be are blessed to have Selecta Jerry produce this podcast almost every week. He plays it all: old, new, middle, modern, classic, Jamaican, European, USA, and more. Roots, lovers, rocksteady, ska, etc…It’s all here. There is something for every taste. This is the main way I learn about new artists and tracks.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Emerald triangle
    United Statesa year ago
  • Best Reggae Show, Period!

    Selectah Jerry hand picks over 4 hours of reggae music each and every single week with no ads or paywall. He plays the best of roots and lesser knows gems, the widest selection of dub, and the best of new artists and the latest riddims. SOTC always remembers where the music came from and what it’s about. I’ve been listening to reggae for 30 years, this is best. Big up!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
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    United States2 years ago

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This long-running reggae program features four hours of handpicked roots, conscious dancehall, lovers rock, and dub, blending classic favorites with new releases. The host weaves music with personal anecdotes, fan shout-outs, and community updates, often highlighting artist spotlights, label notes, and upcoming projects. Unique angles include vigilant remarks on AI-generated music pose and a consistent emphasis on authentic reggae culture, live patronage, and listener engagement, making it feel like a mission-driven, community-centered radio experience for reggae aficionados and curious newcomers alike.

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Sounds of the Caribbean launched 19 years ago and published 224 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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1. Mark Abie
2. Errol Dunkley
3. Steve The Rock
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5. Errol Flabba Holt
6. Christopher Ellis
7. Nga Han
8. Abia Yisrael

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