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Shibby

About Shibby

Digital creator and independent consultant in Raleigh, NC. Owner at Soul Surfer Consulting, working with All Things Open. Author: https://theopensourcecity.com/

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Top 5 Reggae-Rock albums: Little Stranger, Tribal Seeds, Tropidelic, & more from 2024 | S3 E11

2024 was a banner year for Reggae-Rock, with a slew of incredible albums released. This video dives into the top 5 albums of the year, highlighting the best of Tribal Seeds, Bumpin Uglies, Dale & The ZDubs, Tropidelic, and Little Stranger. These albums showcase the diversity and creativity of the genre, featuring collaborations with a wide range of artists and exploring various musical styles.

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Top 5 2024 Crowd Vibes videos: Artikal Sound System, Ballyhoo!, The Wailers, and more! | S3 E10

Hey hey Crowd Vibers!

We’re back with a countdown of the top 5 videos of the year, and trust me, these clips are packed with pure fire! From unforgettable performances at iconic venues to collaborations that’ll have you hitting repeat, this list is all about showcasing the best of live reggae rock. Stick around to find out who takes the #1 spot—you’re not going to want to miss it!

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Season 3 episode 9 with Algorhythm

Algorhythm’s secret show in OBX: Driftwood, Beach cruisers, Exodus, and more! #VusicOBX | S3 E9

Join me on a road trip to the Outer Banks for a secret show you won’t believe! The sky painted the perfect backdrop as we rolled into Kill Devil Hills, where the energy was electric at the Outer Banks Brewing Station. The surprise of the night?

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Raleigh Reggae scene: J Boog, Ashley LaRue, & Algorhythm vibes! #CrowdVibes podcast | S3 E8

New music drop: J Boog, Ashley LaRue & Algorhythm vibes!

Hey hey #CrowdVibers!

Welcome back to another week of Reggae rock fun. We’re fresh off a weekend trip to the Outer Banks, where the VusicOBX secret show was an absolute blast. The band also dropped new music—so stay tuned for the details on that!

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Hip-hop meets Reggae: Artikal Sound System & Mouse Powell recap #SelfSabotageTour #BowstringRaleigh | S3 E7

On a perfect October evening in Raleigh, Artikal Sound System and Mouse Powell delivered an unforgettable night of Reggae Rock at Bowstring. Mouse Powell, hailing from Arizona and mentored by Katastro, kicked things off with his unique hip-hop-infused sound, dropping tracks like “Back against the wall,” “The score,” and an exclusive new song, “Don’t trip.” The energy was electric, setting the stage for the main event.

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Raleigh Reggae Roundup: “Bad for Business” review + new music & upcoming shows #CrowdVibes podcast | S3 E6

Hey hey #CrowdVibers!

Welcome back to another week of Reggae rock goodness! The holidays are almost here, but don’t worry—we’ve got plenty of fresh tunes and upcoming shows to keep you rocking through the season. Let’s dive in!

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Kalamazoo gets “Ways of the World” + one-of-a-Kind Bob Marley cover: aurorawave, LBDA, & The Movement | S3 E5

We took a wild trip to Kalamazoo, Michigan, for an epic night of reggae rock with aurorawave, Long Beach Dub All-Stars, and The Movement. Aurorawave kicked things off with a high-energy fusion of reggae and heavy metal, delivering hits like “Stratosphere” and “Boiling Point.” Their mysterious track “Unholy Kindness” had the crowd buzzing with excitement.

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Raleigh Reggae Roundup: Seranation & Aurorawave new tunes + upcoming secret OBX show! Crowd Vibes podcast | S3 E4

Hey hey #CrowdVibers!

Welcome back to the show where we’re all about good vibes, great music, and the magic of live performances. In this episode, we’ve got fresh tracks from Aurorawave and Seranation, plus some secret live shows you won’t want to miss. And of course, a huge shout-out to all the Veterans out there. As an Army brat, I know the sacrifices that come with service, and I just want to take a moment to say: You all rock!

CrowdVibes Tunes of the Week

Who’s ready for some new music?

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Charleston gets #StrangerWars: Little Stranger, Tropidelic, & Damn Skippy highlights | S3 E3

Highlights from Little Stranger, Tropidelic, and Damn Skippy, Star Wars-themed show at The Refinery in Charleston, SC

The force was strong in Charleston on November 2nd as The Refinery hosted an unforgettable Star Wars-themed night under the stars with Damn Skippy, Tropidelic, and Little Stranger. Damn Skippy kicked things off with high energy, and Tropidelic kept the crowd rocking with hits from their new album Royal Grove, including “Humble” and “Ride,” along with special guest appearances. The vibe was electric all night, setting the stage for an amazing evening.

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Raleigh Reggae roundup: From Carrboro to Charleston and upcoming shows! #CrowdVibes podcast | S3 E2

Hey hey #CrowdVibers!

We’ve had an incredible weekend filled with live Reggae, rocking out with six incredible bands across two towns. From fresh tunes to amazing shows, this episode has it all. Let’s dive into what’s new, what’s next, and what we’re vibing to this week.

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