LNTSound Reggae Show

In the reggae segment of LNT Live, we engage in a vibrant discussion about reggae music, its cultural impact, and the challenges faced by artists in the industry. They explore the significance of recognition and exposure for musicians, the evolution of reggae's sound and message, and the importance of knowing one's worth as an artist. The episode also highlights upcoming reggae festivals and features insights from industry professionals, making it a rich conversation for reggae enthusiasts. In the dancehall segment, the hosts engage in a lively discussion about the vibrant dancehall and reggae music scenes across Africa, particularly focusing on Kenya, Uganda, and South Africa. They explore the cultural significance of dancehall music, its influence on nightlife, and the unique sound systems in Kenya. The episode also features a friendly competition where each host presents a song they believe represents their "fighter" in a musical battle, sparking debates about the rules and the spirit of the competition. The conversation highlights the importance of collaboration among African artists to elevate the quality and reach of their music globally.

Overview of topic This episode dives into the money side of reggae and dancehall, the real talk behind artist and DJ rate cards, from small club sets to major festivals. With an event organiser, label owner, producer, DJ, and MC in the room, we unpack what actually goes into a booking fee, how artists should value themselves, and where promoters draw the line on budgets. It’s about more than just numbers, it’s professionalism, pulling power, consistency, and long-term brand value. We’ll compare local rates to the global stage, debate exposure versus fair pay, and give both sides of the table a chance to speak. For anyone navigating bookings in reggae and dancehall, this is the conversation that puts the business into the music.

In the Reggae segment we chat with Majestic from Kenya. Majestic and LNTLive shares their insights about Reggae in Kenya, Reggae impact on next generation, Burning Spear flopped show, The future of Reggae in Africa. In the dancehall section we talk about artist fees for performances, the cost of hosting a show in Africa then we play an interesting game

84. LNTLive with Larry T and Thuli Thulz #84 (A month for Africa) by LNTSound Reggae Show

Fire Tunes: 1. Keznamdi, Vybz Kartel & Tory Lanez - City Lock (Remix) 2. Vybz Kartel - Gimme Your WhatsApp 3. Teejay - Better Them More Than Me 4. Ding Dong - Yuh Know Di Chap 5. Shenseea - Bad Habit 6. Vybz Kartel - Thickiana 7. Shenseea - Talk Truth 8. Christopher Martin - Pressure 9. Charly Black - High Everyday 10. Spice - Different Catagory 11. Busy Signal - Yeng Yeng 12. Konshens - Jungle Justice 13. Cham & Bounty Killer - Blood Clxxt (Song for the People) 14. I-Octane - Body Good 15. Iwaata - Anessa 16. Tony Matterhorn - Pretty Pussy 17. Capleton & Jah Vibez - High 18. Beenie Man - Hustlers Anthem 19. Badda General, Suku Ward - Social Media 20. Tifa - Bizniz 21. Buju Banton - Progress 22. Buju Banton - Such Man Party 23. Tarrus Riley - It's Showtime 24. Charly Black - Emergency 25. Sean Paul - Bring It 26. Busy Signal - All Dem Try 27. Ward 21 & Sean Paul - Mama Warning 28. Eesah - Red Alert 29. Sizzla - Mad Boss 30. Kip Rich - Galist 31. Gappy Ranks - Dangerous 32. Capleton - Hard Again 33. Bounty Killer - Ball a Roll 34. Vybz Kartel - The Comet 35. Buju Banton & Patoranking - Blessed (Remix) 36. Masicka - 20 Matic 37. Vybz Kartel - Undisputed Champion