John Holt
Jay-Z’s Reggae-Sampling Hits ‘Lucifer,’ ‘Encore,’ And ‘Bam’ Certified Gold In U.S.
Jay-Z's Lucifer (2003), Encore (2003), and Bam (2017) featuring Damian 'Jr. Gong' Marley — which collectively sampled several classic Reggae…
The Making Of John Holt’s ‘Police In Helicopter’
John Holt, the Reggae artist famous for his 1983 hit Police in Helicopter, passed away nine years ago, on October…
Kardinal Offishal Celebrates 15th Anniversary Of ‘Not 4 Sale’ Album, Which Included Version Of ‘Tide Is High’
Canadian rapper Kardinal Offishal is celebrating the 15th anniversary of his 2008 Not 4 Sale album, which contains an interpolation…
John Holt’s ‘Police In Helicopter’ Turns 40
VP/Greensleeves Records is celebrating the 40th anniversary of John Holt’s iconic Police in Helicopter LP by sharing a rare 1983 12-inch single mix – informally known…
Kanye West’s Reggae And Dancehall Samples: 10 Times He Tapped Jamaican Music
Over the course of his career, Chicago-born rapper Kanye West has pushed the boundaries of hip-hop, blending disparate genres and…
Grand Theft Auto: 15 Dub, Reggae & Dancehall Classics From The Gaming Franchise
Rockstar Games’ multibillion-dollar gaming franchise Grand Theft Auto has always been known for its diverse and unforgettable soundtracks. The franchise…
Reggae Legend John Holt Goes Gold In The UK
Scwayne “Bamm” Holt—grandson of late Reggae icon John Holt—is overjoyed after the lover’s rock mogul’s 1000 Volts of Holt was…
A Day For John Holt
Every October going forward, the family members of deceased Reggae icon John Holt will host a night of festivities to…
Three Songs That Reimagine John Holt’s Iconic ‘Police In Helicopter’
Father-son duo Bamm and Junior Holt have cracked open the reggae vault with their new single Helicopta. Released on June 11, almost 40 years after the original hit and a…
Bamm Holt Carrying On The Legacy Of John Holt With ‘Volts Of Holt’ Album
Inspired by the impact of his grandfather’s music, Bamm Holt has teamed up with his father in an effort to keep the lovers rock pioneer John Holt’s legacy alive. The…
