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While we were in Miami, we had the opportunity to catch up with the legendary, Grammy award-winning band INNER CIRCLE. During our conversation, Inner Circle shared stories about growing up in Mona Heights and how they were introduced to bands as children. They spoke about being inspired by Byron Lee, their journey to becoming musicians, and their experience playing in studio sessions for many great artists, including Bob Marley, Eric Donaldson, and Israel Vibration. Inner Circle also reminisced about how they connected with the late Jacob Miller, sharing anecdotes about his jovial personality. They recounted their experience playing at Bob Marley's One Love Peace Concert and told hilarious stories about Gregory Isaacs. Additionally, they discussed their massive hit "Bad Boys" and how it ended up being featured on the TV show Cops. Inner Circle also shared their thoughts on the current state of modern Reggae and Dancehall.

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Selector FYAH RAS, formerly of STONE LOVE, joined the Entertainment Report Podcast for a fascinating discussion about his career as a selector. Fyah Ras shared stories about his upbringing in Portmore and his early days in the sound system scene before Diamond invited him to join the legendary Stone Love. He talked about meeting Father Pow, his challenging first encounter with the renowned selector Billy Slaughter, and inviting Randy Rich to join Stone Love. Fyah Ras also spoke about Rory Stone Love's leadership and mentorship, memorable nights playing alongside Bass Odyssey, Killamanjaro, Fire Links, and more. He delved into the politics of the sound system world, some intriguing interactions with Father Pow, and ultimately why, after 15 years, he decided to leave and establish his own sound, Fyah Ras Movements.

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Our unofficial co-host Walshy Fire from Major Lazer returns as this week's guest on the Entertainment Report Podcast's "The Pull Up". Walshy Fire shared some intriguing insights on various topics related to music and the music industry. He discussed Inner Circle's massive 'Bad Boy' sync license, the Killamanjaro vs. Soul Supreme sound clash in New York, and his experience knowing Bling Dawg as a Miami artist before his move to Jamaica. Additionally, Walshy talked about the aftermath of the Drake and Kendrick Lamar battle, DJ Akademiks emerging as the true winner, AI DJs taking over the nightclub industry, Apple's Top 100 list, and his plans to change his name in the near future.

Canada's own Joshua Lucas, also known as "The Future," joined the Entertainment Report Podcast for an inspiring conversation about his career. Joshua shared his early introduction to Bob Marley's music, his admiration for Dennis Brown as his favorite singer, and Shabba Ranks as his favorite Dancehall artist. He discussed his beginnings at the Jambana festival, his love King Turbo, and how some of his peers refer to him as the black David Rodigan. Joshua's band 'The Future Collective' has played for Ken Boothe and other artists, and he has served as the musical director for Kirk Diamond's The Movement of Ahryel, which won two Juno awards. He also spoke about his experience clashing at Original Rub A Dub Thursdays and representing Canada. Joshua Lucas truly lives up to his name "The Future" as a musical genius.

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This week's special guest on the Entertainment Report Podcast's THE PULL UP is 1Brandon from Game Changaz. 1Brandon discusses a variety of topics, including his father, Fire Links, and Fire Sound; Stainy from Game Changaz; Squingy from Bass Odyssey; and his association with Bounty Killer. He also shares his experience as the voice in the 'Slow Motion' music video, highlights new artists to watch for summer 2024, and talks about creating slangs like 'NPT' and 'This Is Dancehall,' among many other things.

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Singer, songwriter, and the King of Reggae Basslines, Leroy "Heptones" Sibbles, joined the Entertainment Report Podcast Studio for an epic conversation about his lengthy career. Leroy Sibbles discussed growing up in Trench Town, meeting Toots as a youth, being in another group before joining The Heptones, getting to Studio 1, and meeting Jackie Mittoo at Studio 1. He also shared how he became the main bass player there, his encounters with Bob Marley & The Wailers, and the list of basslines he created. Additionally, he talked about eventually leaving Studio 1 to join Harry J, moving to Canada, and making a significant impact on the reggae scene. He mentioned Glen Washington being part of his band while in Toronto, Foota Hype and his sound Melody 1, and much more.

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