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Presented by Henry K, The #1 Apple Music History Podcast Rootsland is a series that explores the story of two friends who take a musical and spiritual journey from the suburbs of Long Island to the streets of Kingston, Jamaica. Narrated by the man himself, Henry “K” Karyo, Rootsland tells musical stories of landscapes that span styles and genres, and transport the listeners to exotic locations. The story follows Henry, a disillusioned justice major at American University, and Brian, an aspiring singer, as they navigate the world of reggae music, from label to location. (c) Henry K Productions Inc.

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    • 5.0 • 96 Ratings

Presented by Henry K, The #1 Apple Music History Podcast Rootsland is a series that explores the story of two friends who take a musical and spiritual journey from the suburbs of Long Island to the streets of Kingston, Jamaica. Narrated by the man himself, Henry “K” Karyo, Rootsland tells musical stories of landscapes that span styles and genres, and transport the listeners to exotic locations. The story follows Henry, a disillusioned justice major at American University, and Brian, an aspiring singer, as they navigate the world of reggae music, from label to location. (c) Henry K Productions Inc.

    Redemption Song Chapter 1: "Brian the Lion"

    Redemption Song Chapter 1: "Brian the Lion"

    In the Season 5 debut, "Brian the Lion," Henry K pays tribute to his friend Brian, the one responsible for encouraging him to move to Kingston. Henry recounts their last conversation in Jamaica, on the roof of their house in Armour Heights. A rare interview on Jamaican TV from February 14th 1993 is unearthed, which gives a great glimpse into Henry when he first arrived in Jamaica.
    Home | ROOTSLAND Reggae Music, Podcast & Merchandise "Wear Your Culture"
    Rootsland is produced by Henry K Productions Inc. in association with Voice Boxx Studios in Kingston, Jamaica.
    Guest Vocals by:  Patrick "Curly Loxx" Gaynor, Adam "Teacha" Barnes , Sia
    music production and sound design by Henry K
    additional music under license from artlist.io and beatstars.com The Rootsland Gang: Fighting Babylon since 1991 featuring Wayne Armond, Edi Fitzroy, Luciano, and Deadly Headly Bennett Various Artists - Rootsland Gang: Fighting Babylon Since 1991 The Rootsland (Original Podcast Soundtrack) featuring timeless reggae tracks performed by Wayne Armond, Bob Andy, Deadly Headley Bennett, Garnett Silk, Halfpint is available everywhere you download and stream music Various Artists - Rootsland (Original Podcast Soundtrack)

    • 22 min
    Redemption Song Chapter 2: "Love the People Want"

    Redemption Song Chapter 2: "Love the People Want"

    Season 5 continues with Henry K's long awaited meeting with veteran reggae singer Ed Fitzroy at the JBC compound in Halfway Tree. As they discuss their potential upcoming project, Henry quickly learns there are going to be expenses incurred that were not accounted for in the budget. Henry will have turn to an unlikely source for help...and it's a long shot.
    Home | ROOTSLAND Reggae Music, Podcast & Merchandise "Wear Your Culture"
    Rootsland is produced by Henry K Productions Inc. in association with Voice Boxx Studios in Kingston, Jamaica.
    Guest Vocals by:  Patrick "Curly Loxx" Gaynor, Adam "Teacha" Barnes , Sia
    music production and sound design by Henry K
    additional music under license from artlist.io and beatstars.com The Rootsland Gang: Fighting Babylon since 1991 featuring Wayne Armond, Edi Fitzroy, Luciano, and Deadly Headly Bennett Various Artists - Rootsland Gang: Fighting Babylon Since 1991 The Rootsland (Original Podcast Soundtrack) featuring timeless reggae tracks performed by Wayne Armond, Bob Andy, Deadly Headley Bennett, Garnett Silk, Halfpint is available everywhere you download and stream music Various Artists - Rootsland (Original Podcast Soundtrack)

    • 25 min
    Redemption Song Chapter 3: "Dancehall Queen for Life"

    Redemption Song Chapter 3: "Dancehall Queen for Life"

    After all the parties, the stage shows, the wining and dining; At 2:00 AM on Thursday nights in Kingston a "who's who" of reggae and dancehall arrive at to the local hot spot House of Leo for late night set of the Stone Love sound system. Tiger, Terry Ganzie and Buju Banton rock the airwaves and Carlene and Bogle rule the dance floor. A mysterious "Lady in Red" invited Henry for a dance, as he approaches he notices the curved of her body, the shape of her face, the contour of her lips were unmistakable,,,this wasn't just any danechall girl...
    Home | ROOTSLAND Reggae Music, Podcast & Merchandise "Wear Your Culture"
    Rootsland is produced by Henry K Productions Inc. in association with Voice Boxx Studios in Kingston, Jamaica.
    Guest Vocals by:  Patrick "Curly Loxx" Gaynor, Adam "Teacha" Barnes , Sia
    music production and sound design by Henry K
    additional music under license from artlist.io and beatstars.com The Rootsland Gang: Fighting Babylon since 1991 featuring Wayne Armond, Edi Fitzroy, Luciano, and Deadly Headly Bennett Various Artists - Rootsland Gang: Fighting Babylon Since 1991 The Rootsland (Original Podcast Soundtrack) featuring timeless reggae tracks performed by Wayne Armond, Bob Andy, Deadly Headley Bennett, Garnett Silk, Halfpint is available everywhere you download and stream music Various Artists - Rootsland (Original Podcast Soundtrack)

    • 22 min
    Redemption Song Chapter 4: "Life is One Big Road (Lots of Signs)"

    Redemption Song Chapter 4: "Life is One Big Road (Lots of Signs)"

    In Chapter 4 "Life is One Big Road," We join Henry K for a day in the life of a young Reggae Producer...from Jamaica's iconic record shops to his de facto headquarters at Bob Marley's Tuff Gong Music. The road he travels, is about to get much bigger, when Bob Marley's daughter makes Henry an offer he can't refuse.
    Rootsland Returns On March 14, with the second half of Season 5
    Closing Credits "Life is One Big Road" Willi One Blood feat. Tony Rebel
    Home | ROOTSLAND Reggae Music, Podcast & Merchandise "Wear Your Culture"
    Rootsland is produced by Henry K Productions Inc. in association with Voice Boxx Studios in Kingston, Jamaica.
    Guest Vocals by:  Patrick "Curly Loxx" Gaynor, Adam "Teacha" Barnes , Sia
    music production and sound design by Henry K
    additional music under license from artlist.io and beatstars.com The Rootsland Gang: Fighting Babylon since 1991 featuring Wayne Armond, Edi Fitzroy, Luciano, and Deadly Headly Bennett Various Artists - Rootsland Gang: Fighting Babylon Since 1991 The Rootsland (Original Podcast Soundtrack) featuring timeless reggae tracks performed by Wayne Armond, Bob Andy, Deadly Headley Bennett, Garnett Silk, Halfpint is available everywhere you download and stream music Various Artists - Rootsland (Original Podcast Soundtrack)

    • 19 min
    Redemption Song Chapter 5: "Fire on the Mountain"

    Redemption Song Chapter 5: "Fire on the Mountain"

    By 1994 Henry K had started to earn his stripes in the business, after spending years as a foot soldier patrolling the streets and lurking the studios of Kingston town. in addition to hustling "Henry K"records out of the trunk of his Neva, he partnered up with friend and producer Delroy "Dr. Marshall" Harrison, Gussie Clarke’s hotshot young engineer to form a dancehall label called "One Up Music." However, Henry's greatest accomplishment was a co-production that occurred outside the studio, and would change his life forever.
    Closing Credits "Fire on the Mountain" Performed by Chalice
    Produced by Henry K
    Home | ROOTSLAND Reggae Music, Podcast & Merchandise "Wear Your Culture"
    Rootsland is produced by Henry K Productions Inc. in association with Voice Boxx Studios in Kingston, Jamaica.
    Guest Vocals by:  Patrick "Curly Loxx" Gaynor, Adam "Teacha" Barnes , Sia, Mitchy "Terrible" Cogen. Aunt Patti
    music production and sound design by Henry K
    additional music under license from artlist.io and beatstars.com The Rootsland Gang: Fighting Babylon since 1991 featuring Wayne Armond, Edi Fitzroy, Luciano, and Deadly Headly Bennett Various Artists - Rootsland Gang: Fighting Babylon Since 1991 The Rootsland (Original Podcast Soundtrack) featuring timeless reggae tracks performed by Wayne Armond, Bob Andy, Deadly Headley Bennett, Garnett Silk, Halfpint is available everywhere you download and stream music Various Artists - Rootsland (Original Podcast Soundtrack)

    • 17 min
    Redemption Song Chapter 6: "Who Feels it...Knows it"

    Redemption Song Chapter 6: "Who Feels it...Knows it"

    Both the Grateful Dead and Reggae have evolved from music into movements, communities centered around Love, Respect, Unity, and Awareness. Perhaps the most overlooked connection boils down to one Word "Rebellion," The Grateful Dead and Reggae were both born out of separate counter cultures embroiled in the same universal struggle, the fight against the status quo, against injustice and intolerance. In this episode "Who Feels it...Knows it," Henry K experiences the fight first hand and learns, what so many of his friends and colleagues have endured in the music business.
    Opening Scene "Slow Coach" Performed by Garth Dennis
    "Row Jimmy" Performed by Judy Mowatt
    "Good to be there" Performed by Chalice
    Closing Credits "Touch of Grey" Performed by The Mighty Diamonds
    Produced by Henry K
    Home | ROOTSLAND Reggae Music, Podcast & Merchandise "Wear Your Culture"
    Rootsland is produced by Henry K Productions Inc. in association with Voice Boxx Studios in Kingston, Jamaica.
    Guest Vocals by:  Patrick "Curly Loxx" Gaynor, Adam "Teacha" Barnes , Sia, Mitchy "Terrible" Cogen.
    music production and sound design by Henry K
    additional music under license from artlist.io and beatstars.com The Rootsland Gang: Fighting Babylon since 1991 featuring Wayne Armond, Edi Fitzroy, Luciano, and Deadly Headly Bennett Various Artists - Rootsland Gang: Fighting Babylon Since 1991 The Rootsland (Original Podcast Soundtrack) featuring timeless reggae tracks performed by Wayne Armond, Bob Andy, Deadly Headley Bennett, Garnett Silk, Halfpint is available everywhere you download and stream music Various Artists - Rootsland (Original Podcast Soundtrack)

    • 21 min

Customer Reviews

5.0 out of 5
96 Ratings

96 Ratings

Row_Jimmy ,

Season 4 Is fire

I am so loving this show! Every season has new twists and turns, this podcast never gets boring. Season 4, Has been so amazing, The love story is such a great addition. I actually enjoy the shorter episodes, I feel like there’s more bang for the buck. Keep them coming.

yaad king ,

Phenomenal

I am a big fan who has invested unmeasurable amounts of time studying dancehall and reggae music, most questions I have Henry K with his first hand experience clarified it for me. I want to say twins of twins brought me here and I am happy I invested the time listening because it was worth every second. And 😂Henry K moved from Long Island to Jamaica, I did the reverse.

JayeH345 ,

Great Reggae/Dancehall/Jamaican History show

I’ve listened to every season and episode and love the show. However, I am disappointed that this season they’ve shortened the episodes and still release one a week. 20 minutes was bad enough to hear the continuation of a story.

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