We’re excited to share the January edition of Switchstance Radio, now live on the Switchstance Recordings Mixcloud channel! This month’s episode features part two of the interview with Leo PaLayeng and Emiliano Motta from the Makabila Umoja label. Tune in to discover new music from Adrian Younge, Wolfgang Valbrun, Freaquen.C, Drecko Helpa & Timixian, Ancient Astronauts & Cypher Kabaka, The Tibbs, Kid Called Quest, Hot 8 Brass Band, and many more.

The October edition of Switchstance Reggae Radio is up on Mixcloud now featuring an exclusive interview with Nicolas Meury of Little Lion Sound and Evidence Music out of Geneva, Switzerland. And on top there was female DJ Romana on the decks live in the studio serving a killer Dancehall mix to move your hips and feet.

In case you want to order some gifts for Xmas out of the Switchstance Recordings Bandcamp store then please place your order before the 10th of November. The office is closed from November, 11th until the end of year and reopens on January, 3rd !!

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We’re thrilled to bring you the latest episode of Switchstance Radio, featuring a special interview series from the Reggae Geel Festival in Belgium. For the first time, DOGU, along with his photographer and filmmaker Muslim, had the chance to attend this remarkable event, and it was an unforgettable experience. This episode includes exclusive interviews with T.O.K., Meta & The Cornerstones, Saah Karim, Arrested Development, and more. We’re also serving up fresh tracks from Meta & The Cornerstones, Bugle, Buju Banton & Damian Marley, Zantelly Brawling, Subatomic Sound System & Mykal Rose & Hollie Cook, Eesah & Little Lion Sound, Universal Impress, and others.

Tune in and enjoy captivating stories from these globally respected artists!

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This summer, the Switchstance Reggae Radio crew hit the road, making stops at some of Europe’s most iconic and long-standing Reggae festivals. Our journey began at Summerjam in Cologne and Reggae Jam in Bersenbrück, then crossed into Belgium for Reggae Geel in Geel, and continued to the Netherlands for Reggae Lake in Amsterdam.

While we couldn’t secure interviews at this year’s Summerjam, we’ve got something special in store. Our October show will feature an all-female “Ladies First” takeover, showcasing five incredible women who electrified the opening night at Summerjam, making thousands dance like there was no tomorrow.

In our Reggae Jam Interview Special, we’re excited to share our first set of exclusive interviews from the Reggae Jam festival. Tune in for deep conversations with legendary Roots Reggae band Black Uhuru, Iqulah Rastafari, Jah Lil, Inti & Chaski, Keishera, Jah Tung, Autarchii, and Dre JA.

Click below to dive into insightful discussions on Reggae culture, Rastafari, and the stories behind these artists!

And here is a photo selection from Reggae Jam festival:

Tune into this full 2-hour episode of SWITCHSTANCE RADIO, featuring a special segment on the Summerjam Festival 2024 in Cologne.

Our live guest, YUNITE The Hypequeen, who electrified the all-female opening night, joins DOGU to share insights about the festival’s positive vibes and outstanding music. Don’t miss this captivating conversation!

The show features brand new music by Ancient Astronauts (featuring Phitzo Kiganda, Taye Mugizi-atayebwa, Natural Calamitymc, Dxl Magezi and Niinaa MC), NxWorries & Snoop Dogg & October London, K.O.G, Kolida Babo, A Song For You, Dday One, Laiz & The New Love Experience, The Brkn Record feat. Anthony Joseph, Mieke Miami, Bonbon Vodou, @essa & Pitch 92, Your Old Droog & Yasiin Bey & Method Man & Denzel Curry, Africali Worldmusic, Franck Biyong Music, Wolfgang Valbrun, The Allergies, RAH & The Ruffcats, LËK SÈN, Photons & Le Juiice, Léa Mondo, GUTS, Alameda 5 and Freed Mushaga & JARANATAMBO.

Yes, you heard it right! Our new album with the indigenous Hip Hop band BA Cypher Kabaka from Kampala, Uganda, has just been released.

Recorded during the COVID-19 pandemic, this album was made possible thanks to a pandemic relief grant from the Goethe-Institut. Much respect and love for their support!

The album is a vibrant mix of conscious Hip Hop and Reggae, blending the indigenous Ugandan rhymes of BA Cypher Kabaka with the production expertise of us, Ancient Astronauts.

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Tune in to the May 2024 edition of Switchstance Radio for a special episode featuring three dynamic and diverse interviews. First, Congolese-German singer and activist MELANE joined us live in the studio to talk about her music and political activism. We also spoke with Reggae and Dub producer Kibir La Amlak, who visited Cologne for an exceptional live performance. Our third interview took place in Rotterdam, where DOGU met with Leo PaLayeng and Emiliano Motta, the creative forces behind the Makabila Umoja label, for a collaborative music session.

This episode also includes new music releases from artists like Sylvester Kabombo, Woxov, El Michels Affair, Pretty Bulli, Bacao Rhythm & Steel Band, and more.

Hey everyone! Before our upcoming album “Cypher Kabaka” drops on June 28th, we’re excited to give you a taste with the third single from the album, “Sekalootera.” This track features the soulful vocals of Phitzo Kiganda, formerly of the Nilotika Cultural Ensemble and a key member of BA Cypher Kabaka.

“Sekalootera” dives deep into timeless themes of spirituality, positivity, and indigenous wisdom, echoing Phitzo’s profound respect for Jah Rastafari and his divine teachings. With lyrics brimming with humility and gratitude, Phitzo delivers a poignant message, urging listeners to navigate life with careful consideration. Infused with conscious empowerment, traditional African beats, and ancient wisdom, this song represents our fusion of the past and the present, offering a modern interpretation of age-old values.

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The March 2024 edition of Switchstance Radio is up on our Mixcloud channel. It features an exclusive interview with female Senegalese rapper Sister LB and new music by Holy Hive, Sahad, Anatoly Ice, Brazen Rule & Dogu, Nyonjo, Ancient Astronauts & Niina MC, The Meredians, Spyda MC and many more. 2 hours of pure listening pleasure:

This is the February edition of SWITCHSTANCE REGGAE RADIO featuring new music by Dubmatix, Turbulence, Kabaka Mpiso, Lutan Fyah, Macka B & Heartical, Magnetic Tailors, Nyle Banks, Fantan Mojah & Richie Spice, Chezidek & Perfect Giddimani, Black Ice & Junior Toots and many more: