Episodes

  • Ep. 20: How Did Sly and Robbie Inspire Jesse Royal’s Reggae Journey?

    Ep. 20: How Did Sly and Robbie Inspire Jesse Royal’s Reggae Journey?
    Jun 16 2026
    Greetings and maximum respect, massive! Native Wayne here on Rebel Rockers, and on this crucial episode, we are honored to sit down with one of the truly wicked voices of contemporary reggae, the two-time Grammy nominee Jesse Royal[1]. We go deep into the foundation of the music, journeying from the spiritual vibrations of Ethiopia and Japan to the inner-sanctum sessions with legends like Fatis Burrell and Sly and Robbie, where earth-shaking riddims were conjured from thin air in mere minutes. Jesse opens up about the spiritual blueprint of his career—including a life-altering piece of advice from the late Bunny Rugs—and shares the wild, unexpected studio intervention that actually birthed the iconic intro to "Modern Day Judas." Plus, we uncover the heavy, unfiltered truths behind his latest Grammy-nominated masterwork, No Place Like Home, and how a legendary feature came together from behind bars. How did a profound turning point and a brotherhood of reggae's finest shape this revolutionary sound? You'll have to pull up the full episode on Rebel Rockers to catch the complete vibration. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    28 mins
  • Ep. 19: Lila Iké Details Her 2026 Grammy Opening & H.E.R. Collaboration Secrets

    Ep. 19: Lila Iké Details Her 2026 Grammy Opening & H.E.R. Collaboration Secrets
    Apr 1 2026
    Native Wayne takes us on a journey with the #1 female vocalist out of Jamaica, Grammy nominee Lila Ike. Lila opened the Grammy show for 2026 along with Grace Potter and Maggie Rose and Trombone Shorty. She talks about her collaborations with HER and Protoje. Lila is the reigning queen of reggae music. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    15 mins
  • Ep. 18: Protoje Unpacks His Dream Damian Marley Collaboration & New Album Secrets

    Ep. 18: Protoje Unpacks His Dream Damian Marley Collaboration & New Album Secrets
    Feb 24 2026
    Greetings and maximum respect, massive! Native Wayne here, bringing you a wicked, must-listen episode of the Rebel Rockers podcast. Today, we’re deeply honored to be reasoning with a true visionary of the modern reggae revival, the one and only Protoje. We’re diving deep into the roots of his incredible journey, uncovering the raw, untold stories behind his discovery of Grammy-nominated powerhouse Lila Iké and his monumental role in bringing Chronixx to the global stage. But the real fire blazes when we get into the heavy, socio-political truths behind his gritty anthem "Blood Money"—trust me, you need to hear his unfiltered thoughts on the system. And what exactly went down in the studio when he finally linked up with Damian "Jr. Gong" Marley for a career-defining collaboration that was years in the making? Packed with exclusive reveals about his highly anticipated upcoming album and fearless predictions for the next generation of the Jamaican reggae and dancehall scene, this is an episode filled with secrets you won't find anywhere else. Hold tight, catch the vibes, and hit play to hear the musical revolution straight from the source! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    14 mins
  • Ep. 17: Duckie Simpson Reveals the Secret History of Black Uhuru -Inside the Dread Zone

    Ep. 17: Duckie Simpson Reveals the Secret History of Black Uhuru -Inside the Dread Zone
    Jan 5 2026
    Black Uhuru Nine Star General Duckie Simpson tells us how the legendary group was formed and it still going strong nearly half a century later!! He tells us all the details about Sly and Robbie and Island Records boss Chris Blackwell. He reveals the details of the fateful night when he was supposed to go to Peter Tosh's house with Tosh's drummer Santa Davis but fate took him back home instead. Peter Tosh and two others were murdered that night !! And Tosh's murderer, Leppo Lobban, had put out word that he wanted Ducky's head !! So he would have been the first one killed!! Come with us on a journey into the red green and gold dread zone of the legendary Black Uhuru!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    31 mins
  • Ep. 16: Eric Rachmany - The Untold Rebelution Story, From an Empty Malibu Club to Global Stages

    Ep. 16: Eric Rachmany - The Untold Rebelution Story, From an Empty Malibu Club to Global Stages
    Oct 17 2025
    Maximum respect, this is one for the history books. Join me, Native Wayne, on a journey back in time with the one and only Eric Rachmany of Rebelution. Our story begins over two decades ago in a tiny, near-empty Malibu club, where a chance encounter led to a piece of advice that would help shape their legendary live shows forever. Eric pulls back the curtain on the untold stories behind Rebelution's meteoric rise, from a demo that unexpectedly took over Hawaiian radio to becoming a global force in the reggae music scene. Hear the incredible, behind-the-scenes accounts of collaborating with legends like Don Carlos, SOJA, and Stick Figure, and discover the secret to their two-decade-long independent success and how they earned a Grammy nomination without ever signing to a major label. This isn't just an interview; it's a testament to passion, perseverance, and the unifying power of roots reggae music. You don't want to miss this one. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    32 mins
  • Ep. 15: The Specials' Secret Dancehall Album - Linval Golding Reveals the Untold Final Chapter

    Ep. 15: The Specials' Secret Dancehall Album - Linval Golding Reveals the Untold Final Chapter
    Sep 8 2025
    Get up, stand up! On this edition of Rebel Rockers, we are truly blessed to be joined by a founding father of a movement, the legendary Linval Golding from the mighty Specials. We don't just talk history; we uncover the soul behind the sound, from the powerful, unreleased tribute song he wrote for his fallen brothers like Terry Hall and Rico Rodriguez, to the political fire that forged anthems like "Ghost Town" and "Free Nelson Mandela." But the real reason you have to press play is to hear, for the very first time, the untold story of the final Specials album that never was—a hardcore dancehall project with a secret, legendary American guest that was tragically halted. It’s a powerful reasoning on music, revolution, and what it means to truly pass it on. Bless up. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    29 mins
  • Ep. 14: SOJA's Jacob Hemphill - The Raw Grammy Story, The UB40 Tribute & 25 Years of Vibe

    Ep. 14: SOJA's Jacob Hemphill - The Raw Grammy Story, The UB40 Tribute & 25 Years of Vibe
    Aug 13 2025
    Greetings, and maximum respect to the massive! It was a real honor to sit down with my bredda, Jacob Hemphill from the mighty SOJA, for a reasoning on Rebel Rockers that covered a journey of 25 years. We trace the vibes from a D.C. garage to how the band exploded in the most unexpected way when they landed in Hawaii for the first time. Jacob takes us deep inside the raw, unfiltered emotion of their Grammy win—a story you have to hear to believe—and uncovers the surprising family reunion that changed everything, revealing how a tribute song to his heroes UB40 led to a mind-blowing, full-circle moment with the legendary Ali Campbell himself. From becoming global ambassadors for reggae music to the stories that shaped the sound, this is more than just an interview; it’s a testament to the power of the vibe. You don't want to miss this one. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    14 mins
  • Ep. 13: Gramps Morgan Talks “Therapy,” Jamaica-to-Nashville Fusion & More

    Ep. 13: Gramps Morgan Talks “Therapy,” Jamaica-to-Nashville Fusion & More
    Jul 15 2025
    Maximum respect, Rebel Rockers —Native Wayne links up with Grammy-winning reggae ambassador Gramps Morgan of Morgan Heritage to reason on decades of roots greatness, from his India Arie duet “Therapy” to classic anthem “Down by the River.” In this vibey session Gramps breaks down blending Kingston riddims with Nashville twang, waves the Rastafari liberation banner, and spotlights Jamaica’s rich culture beyond dreadlocks and jerk chicken. He shares heartfelt memories of his late brother Peter, maps the family’s next European tour and 4/20 Cayman Islands bash with Kimani Marley, and reminds the world why Morgan Heritage will be “to the year 3000 and beyond.” Tap in for authentic reggae-country fusion, spiritual uplift, and pure Rebel Rockers energy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    16 mins