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Brooks Family Issues Statement & Thank You To Fans

Wayne Brooks, the eldest son of Cedirc “Im” Brooks, has issued a statement on behalf of the family as a thank you and update on the legendary Saxaphonist.

“The family of Cedric Im Brooks would like to take the time to thank all his fans and well wishers for their out pouring of love and tremendous [...]

Dread Rocker Don Letts Documentary & Pama Sounds

I posted this news piece over at my sister blog Musical Occupation about a new documentary focusing on the legacy of Guerilla film and music maker, original punky reggae architect, Clash confidant, reggae DJ and all around badass Dread – the master himself Don Letts. Check out the full story HERE but enjoy the teaser [...]

INTENSIFIED! Rockin The Steady Beat

There’s a new event about to take off from Chinatown in a couple of weeks. Intensified! Rockin’ The Steady Beat brings the traditional ska and reggae back to Chinatown (anyone remember Hong Kong Cafe?).

Steadybeat Recordings was the top of the pops back in the 90’s LA traditional scene and the man at the controls, King [...]

NOW HEAR DIS: The Trojan Story!

We’re gonna start a new semi-regular feature of the site. It’s called NOW HEAR DIS and will feature something that you need to hear. Most likely it won’t just be a song (but could be if it really needs to be heard!) but an interview, or radio show, podcast – something of a special interest. [...]

Cedric “Im” Brooks Off Life Support

Last Thursday Cedric “Im” Brooks, the legendary saxaphonist, was admitted to the hospital after suffering a “mild” heart attack. According to the Jamaican Observer he has now been removed from life support. It goes on to mention that “He is still not awake but he has yawned and is showing signs of progress,” so let’s [...]