It’s such a blessing to witness the unwavering love for Roots Indigenous Reggae music. This year, we had a sold-out house packed with Roots-loving Reggae fans. Roots Reggae holds a special place in the hearts of the Havasupai Native Americans in the Grand Canyon. Back in the day, they’d host a peach festival down in the canyon and invite Jamaican artists to play Roots Reggae. The Hopis even had their own Reggae star—Casper. What an incredible entertainer! I’ve heard he’s making a comeback, and I truly hope to see him grace the stage at Tribute to the Legends/Bob Day in the future.
It was heartwarming to see veteran Native American Reggae fans travel all the way from Arizona to join us this year. Our brothers and sisters flew in from everywhere to be part of the celebration. The vibe was so peaceful, so full of love and unity. It didn’t matter what color you were—everyone felt like family. That’s the magic of Reggae music. It brings us together in a way that transcends differences and reminds us of our shared humanity.
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Music, art, and dance are our weapons of love and unity. In a world filled with madness, we must rise above it together. Hopefully, events like this inspire people to start seeing the world with a third eye—because, evidently, two eyes aren’t enough. When you awaken your third eye, you begin to see things as they truly are and you become mindful, moment by moment.
This is where meditation comes in. It activates those mindful intentions and frequencies. Just go out in nature. Take your shoes off and walk barefoot on the beach, forest or even on your lawn. Sit on a rock or the ground, and listen to the birds. If you don’t have the Merlin App, download it—it’s incredible and so much fun to discover which birds are serenading you outside. Take a deep breath, inhale, and exhale. And it’s ok to be a tree hugger and tell it your worries and share your good times. I still visit it and it knows I don’t need it anymore but I still feel it’s roots grounding me. So find your favorite tree or rock and make friends. I guarantee it will heal you. When the sun is out, I love to recharge my melanin. And don’t forget to nourish yourself—eat greens, salads, millet, black beans for grounding, and collard greens.
We are in the midst of a transformation, and Reggae music is here to guide us. It’s message music—the music of the sufferers. Bob Marley’s wisdom will always light the way. Peter Tosh reminds us that there is no peace without justice, and Bunny Wailer warns us that it’s armagideon time.
Join Us for Earth Day
Let’s rise together on a higher frequency this Earth Day, which falls on Easter Sunday, April 20th, 2025. It’s a time to celebrate, connect, and elevate. I hope you enjoy these photos from this year’s Tribute to the Reggae Legends. Come see the ancient ones while they’re still here with us on this plane. We also had the honor of presenting Reggae artists with the Bob Marley Peace Award—a reminder of the enduring power of music to heal and unite.
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One World, One Aim, One Destiny – Makeda Dread Cheatom
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