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Unfortunately, it's a tough job to keep a Reggae based publication alive with the lack of advertising dollars available. Not only that, but there are many unscrupulous folks that grab info from sites like this and even published magazines, re-package them and publish them as their own. But there are a few publications that have managed to keep the struggle moving forward and others that have incorporated Reggae into the mix.

The below publications are authentic and all material therein are backed by the publications and their contributors:

CINCINNATI CITY BEAT™ Based in Cleveland- Ohio, this weekly print publication will spotlight Reggae when there are artists coming to town for stage shows. You can visit their website for all the musical happenings (in every genre) in the Cleveland area. (www.citybeat.com).
GARGAMEL MAGAZINE™ Based in the UK, and published by Melissa Sinclair/Campro Entertainment, this urban music publication highlights Reggae. Several Reggae artists have graced the covers; Marcia Griffiths, Buju Banton, Luciano, Shaggy and more. Even though it's located in London, you can subscribe. Contact them at: mel@campro.freeserve.co.uk and the website is coming soon. Of course you can always call 44 (0) 20 8527 2720 for more info. The Winter 2003 (Issue 16) features pieces on; Elephant Man, Kevin Little, Julian Marley, the Dancehall News Column "From Da Yard" and much more! The publication has undergone a transformation and is now going by G Mag. You can still contact the publisher at the same email.
IN THE HOUSE™ Get this, many have been aware or felt that Reggae was popular in Spanish communities - this magazine is a testament to that. (Someone hit up Power 106 in LA and tell them!). Based in Puerto Rico - you heard right, Puerto Rico, this magazine; In The House covers Urban music including Reggae. A very clean, high glossy printed magazine, the photos are criss and the content is in Spanish. They do have a website located at: www.inthehousemag.com. The future issues are going to contain more in-depth features on Reggae artists. To contact them email: ithm@inthehousemag.com
KUBERA™ Recognizing that Dancehall often gets excluded from Urban Magazines, Kubera started out with a vision to change that! The first issue was a well put together, high quality and high glossy publication. The premiere issue focuses on interviews with; Beenie Man, Rayvon, Sean Paul, TOK and aritsts like; Avant, City High, Wycelf and more! Sadly, there hasn't been a second issue. Still gotta get a copy? First, you can visit their site at: www.kuberamag.com or you can contact them directly at: 678-475-1310.
MIAMI NEW TIMES™ this weekly print publication (a part of the 'New Times' family) out of Miami incorporates Reggae in the mix. How could it not? After all, Miami is one of the largest Reggae markets in the states. At least once a month you can catch an interview with a Reggae aritst or even a musical review. If you need a copy and aren't sure where to find one, visit their website: www.miaminewtimes.com .
NOW ENTERTAINMENT MAGAZINE™ is published out Miami Florida. Dedicated to the talent in the South Florida area, NOW focuses on Urban music. NOW MAGAZINE is online. If you'd like to get a subscription you can contact 'Hollywood' Williams at 305-999-9076 or via email: nowentmagz@aol.com. Each issue has coverage of R&B, Hip-Hop and of course Reggae. "STREET TALK" is a column that incorporates Hip-Hop, R&B and Dancehall Reggae news together.
REGGAEMANIA MAGAZINE™ based out of Canada, this publication is feeding the starving community it's blast of Dancehall Reggae news and information. Of course, being located in Canada, they provide exposure for local artists as well. Ron Nelson and Lisa West hold it down not just in the print publication but in the online version and on radio as well. To get a copy of this publication, you can subscribe to: Reggaemania Magazine, Box 93506, Shoppers World Postal Outlet, 3003 Danforth Avenue, Toronto, Canada M4C 5R4. The cost per issue is $2.00. You can email them at: magazine@reggaemania.com. This particular issue (shown to the right) features; Anthony B, Beenie Man, Capleton, John Holt, Lexxus and Wayne Wonder.
REGGAE NUCLEUS MAGAZINE™ focuses on Roots, Rock Reggae and Ska - but there is a heavy concentration of Dancehall each issue as well. There's also a section dedicated to the "What About The Children Foundation", a condensed version of the "From Da Yard" column, events and radio shows central to Southern California. To subscribe you can call 310-226-7126 or send a money order to Conshus Vibz Productions at 8132 Firestone Blvd #864, Downey CA 90241. Subscriptions are $15.00 in the US, $17.00 in Mexico and Canada and $20.00 for all other countries. The most current issue is the annual Bob Marley Festival/Winter 2003. This features interviews with; Sean Paul, Warrior King and more. To contact Conshus Vibz email: conshusvbz@aol.com
RIDDIM MAGAZINE™ based in Germany, this is one of the ultimate publications for Reggae music. With high glossy pages, it is an excellent print magazine. Written and published in the German language, each issue you can catch nuff interviews with Dancehall Reggae artists. The current issue the man who broke Dancehall fans Internationally with his work back in the 90's out of Penthouse and producers Dave & Tony Kelly as well as Wayne Wonder - who? Buju Banton is on the current cover! Inside there are a write ups on Sean Paul, Bounty Killer and Germany's own Dancehall artist Gentleman, Turbulence and more! Need a copy? Contact them at: riddim@piranha-media.de or visit the website at: www.riddim.de.
TECHNITIONS MAGAZINE ™ catering to mixshow and club dj's - this is the word on all that's Urban and hot!!! This new issue with LL Cool J (damn he's mad sexy) contains the monthly Dancehall News column "From Da Yard" in snippets. Be sure to check it out in print here! (We gotta tell all the club and mixshow DJ's on what's coming out for Dancehall!) There's charts in here too - including a Reggae chart titled "Reggae Vibez". This publication, like the site is the brainchild of Randy "DJ Ran" Gaskins and always reflects the DJ's opinion of new musical releases - not the scripted lipservice others are spoon feed by publicists. Want a copy? Visit the Technitions site or email Ran!
URBAN EXCHANGE MAGAZINE ™ is a new magazine coming out of Boston. This magazine covers a variety of urban artists and news in the Boston area as well as reggae features. The premiere issue had an interview with Damian Marley. You can get a copy via Urban Exchange at 360 Riverway, Brookline MA 02215. Or call 617-435-6418 for more information. This is also a great opportunity to advertise to a targeted Boston urban demographic.
WEST INDIAN TIMES ™ is a newspaper publication released out of the Virginia area by local radio personality Lady Cham. This publication is released monthly as there is a high concentration of West Indian's living in the area. You can get a subscription by writing to: West Indian Times, PO Box 64541, Virginia Beach, VA 23467 at a rate of $10.00 US, $13.00 Canada, $15.00 Pounds (England) or if your in Jamaica $15.00 US. Contact Lady Cham directly at: witimes@hotmail.com or check the website.