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When I begin working with an artist, they quickly become family. Through weeks of conversations, collaborations, and shared experiences, bonds form that go beyond professional connections. I started working with veteran reggae artist Madi Simmons in 2021, and from the very beginning, I knew he was someone extraordinary. It didn’t take long for him to … Continue reading A Tribute To Madi Simmons
After a six-year hiatus and the cancellation of the Sierra Nevada World Music Festival, anticipation for Reggae On The River’s return was reaching fever pitch. With a stellar line-up including headliners like Reggae legends Capleton, Anthony B, Collie Buddz, along with many other favorite artists, a good smattering of locally based Reggae artists, and an … Continue reading Reggae On The River Overview
I’ve always been captivated by the magic behind the music—the unsung heroes who bring songs to life from behind the scenes. So, when I had the chance to sit down with James ‘Bonzai‘ Caruso, the legendary recording and mixing engineer with six Grammy wins to his name, I knew I was in for an extraordinary … Continue reading Behind the Board: A Conversation with Grammy-Winning Engineer James ‘Bonzai’ Caruso