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One Drop based in San Diego, California embraces the spirit of classic Roots Reggae and Dub music with a calculated blend of R&B, Pop and Rock subtleties. Inspired by artists like Steel Pulse, Gregory Isaacs and The Police. One Drop's music is infectious and well received by a wide range of age and cultural demographics. Critics describe their sound as genuine and captivating, filled with melodic choruses, refreshing vintage guitar/organ tones all cleverly layered over seductive bass lines. The voice of One Drop is soulfully delivered with brutally honest lyrics rooted from true-life experiences of love, growing up in a dysfunctional home and social & political taboos. On June 26th, 2012, One Drop released their highly anticipated sophomore album titled "Black Book Diaries" featuring guest performances from a former English Beat and a cover of Men at Work's 80's hit "Down Under". The album debuted at #2 on ITunes Reggae Charts and landed in The Billboards top 10 in reggae albums. With great song writing and musical arrangements executed with retro equipment and out-board effects from 1970's, One Drop exceeded fans high expectations. A tremendous amount of attention and detail went into this album, which features 16 new songs. The inception of One Drop (a name describing a traditional reggae drum beat popularized by Carlton Barrett of The Wailers) began over a decade ago when introductions were made in a San Diego college music class. The band began to gig aggressively in 2006 and fans got their first taste of recordings in 2007 with the release of their self-titled EP. By 2008 they had developed a huge regional following and in May that same year released their acclaimed debut CD "Mission Blvd" which yielded hit songs "Little Black Dress", "She's Gone" and "No Good Reason". Nominated by San Diego Music Awards for "Best Local Recording", this pivotal CD has launched One Drop onto an international stage with impressive worldwide sales and downloads. To this day "Mission Blvd" continues to rank high on iTunes reggae charts in the U.S., Canada, Greece, Mexico, Norway, Spain, and Switzerland. With the reputation as a "must see act", the band packs venues and performs live shows with high energy, playfully engaging the audience into dance and sing-alongs. One Drop has toured heavily in the U.S. and Internationally (Ecuador, Mexico and Guam) at times sharing the stage with artists such as, Steel Pulse, Ben Harper, The English Beat, G Love, The Dirty Heads, Slightly Stoopid, Soja, Rebelution, Iration, Tribal Seeds and more while receiving support and corporate interest from companies like ERGO and Reef apparel.

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Blind Pilot Releasing First LP in Eight Years This Friday; New Song Available Now Photo Blind Pilot Releasing First LP in Eight Years This Friday; New Song Available Now
by Josh Sharpe - August 13, 2024

Blind Pilot will release their first album in eight years In The Shadow Of The Holy Mountain this Friday via ATO Records, and to celebrate they’ve shared an advance look at one of the collection’s most foundational pieces: “Brave.” Listen to the song now....

Old Crow Medicine Show Release New Single 'One Drop' Featuring Mavis Staples Photo Old Crow Medicine Show Release New Single 'One Drop' Featuring Mavis Staples
by Michael Major - August 22, 2023

“One Drop” follows the release of “Belle Meade Cockfight” (feat. Sierra Ferrell) and the album’s debut single “Miles Away,” a sweetly reflective song co-written by Secor and bluegrass virtuoso Molly Tuttle, with guest vocals from Old Crow Medicine Show co-founder Willie Watson. Plus, check out upcom...

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by Michael Major - April 18, 2023

The song is a heavy-grooving one drop riddim that has all the hallmarks of another classic GDC sing-along anthem. Laced with the songwriting and production wizardry of Brad Baloo (The Nextmen), “High Hopes” is an already essential cut for lovers of feel-good summertime reggae. Watch the new music vi...

Gentlemens Dub Club's x Eva Lazarus Release Single 'High Hopes' Photo Gentlemens Dub Club's x Eva Lazarus Release Single 'High Hopes'
by Michael Major - April 05, 2023

The song is a heavy-grooving one drop riddim that has all the hallmarks of another classic GDC sing-along anthem. Laced with the songwriting and production wizardry of Brad Baloo (The Nextmen), “High Hopes” is an already essential cut for lovers of feel-good summertime reggae....

Gentleman's Dub & Eva Lazarus Share New Single 'High Hopes' Photo Gentleman's Dub & Eva Lazarus Share New Single 'High Hopes'
by Michael Major - March 30, 2023

The song is a heavy-grooving one drop riddim that has all the hallmarks of another classic GDC sing-along anthem. Laced with the songwriting and production wizardry of Brad Baloo (The Nextmen), “High Hopes” is an already essential cut for lovers of feel-good summertime reggae. Watch the new music vi...

Nolan & International Women In Reggae Join Forces on New Reggae Single 'Truth B' Told Photo Nolan & International Women In Reggae Join Forces on New Reggae Single 'Truth B' Told'
by Chloe Rabinowitz - September 21, 2022

Musical artist Nolan and the all female reggae band International Women In Reggae have joined forces on the new reggae single Truth B' Told in time for the 2022 midterm elections on November 8....

Rebelution Releases Official Video For '2020 Vision' Photo Rebelution Releases Official Video For '2020 Vision'
by TV News Desk - July 09, 2021

The band has released four previous singles from In The Moment including “Satisfied,” “Old School Feeling,” “Heavy As Lead,” and “All Or Nothing” ft. Jamaican dancehall star Busy Signal.  ...

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by Sarah Jae Leiber - March 26, 2021

“The song is all about being satisfied with where we are,” said frontman Eric Rachmany. “As much as Rebelution has grown, it still feels like a tight-knit family between us and the fans. No matter your profession there's always someone in your ear telling you to go bigger.'...

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by Kaitlin Milligan - July 22, 2020

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Mortimer To Release Debut EP 'Fight The Fight' on Friday, 11/15 Photo Mortimer To Release Debut EP 'Fight The Fight' on Friday, 11/15
by Abigail Charpentier - November 12, 2019

Mortimer's new EP Fight The Fight is the highly anticipated release featuring the up-and-coming roots star working closely  with GRAMMY-nominated producer Winta James. Following very notable guest appearances on the last two Protoje albums, including the GRAMMY-nominated A Matter Of Time, Mortimer i...

The Mommyheads: One Day, Two Album Releases Photo The Mommyheads: One Day, Two Album Releases
by Abigail Charpentier - July 11, 2019

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by Kaitlin Milligan - March 04, 2019

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Hans Zimmer Joins the ONE NIGHT FOR ONE DROP Creative Team Photo Hans Zimmer Joins the ONE NIGHT FOR ONE DROP Creative Team
by Kaitlin Milligan - February 14, 2019

One Night for One Drop 2019,  presented by MGM Resorts International, is pleased to welcome award-winning film score composer Hans Zimmer to the “O” Theatre stage as he presents three brilliant compositions, including a modified piece from the blockbuster hit “Interstellar,” specially adapted for th...

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by Tori Hartshorn - October 31, 2018

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by Tori Hartshorn - October 15, 2018

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Four-Time Grammy Nominee Jewel Transforms for UNDERCOVER BOSS: CELEBRITY EDITION Photo Four-Time Grammy Nominee Jewel Transforms for UNDERCOVER BOSS: CELEBRITY EDITION
by Macon Prickett - June 06, 2018

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by Macon Prickett - May 17, 2018

The Cherrytree Music Company and Live Nation announced today that following a European summer tour, Sting & Shaggy will bring their dynamic and vibrant joint live show to a variety of North American venues this fall.  Performing in intimate clubs and theatres, the iconic artists will combine their b...

One Night For One Drop Draws Star-Studded Turnout At Sixth Annual Philanthropy Event Photo One Night For One Drop Draws Star-Studded Turnout At Sixth Annual Philanthropy Event in Las Vegas
by Stephi Wild - March 03, 2018

On Friday, March 2, some of the biggest names in music came together to support the sixth annual One Night for One Drop imagined by Cirque du Soleil, raising funds and awareness to benefit critical water issues worldwide. Held inside the Michael Jackson ONE Theatre at Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino ...

ONE DROP Announces Sixth Annual 'One Night for One Drop' Photo ONE DROP Announces Sixth Annual 'One Night for One Drop'
by Tori Hartshorn - December 12, 2017

Imagined by Cirque du Soleil , One Night for One Drop is an extraordinary, one-night-only philanthropic event created to benefit safe water access programs around the world. This year's production is inspired by the life of GRAMMY -nominated singer-songwriter Jewel....

Tix on Sale for 6th Annual 'One Night for One Drop' Inspired by Jewel Photo Tix on Sale for 6th Annual 'One Night for One Drop' Inspired by Jewel
by Caryn Robbins - October 20, 2017

Tickets are now on sale for the Sixth Annual One Night for One Drop imagined by Cirque du Soleil, an extraordinary, one-night-only event created to benefit safe water access programs around the world....

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by Caryn Robbins - July 07, 2017

Chronixx's Chronology skyrockets to the top of iTunes today. In the U.S., the Jamaican artist's debut album, available today July 7, 2017, is currently holding the #12 spot on the overall Top Album chart and #1 on Reggae Album chart. In other iTunes territories, the album lands at #16 in Canada, ...

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by Caryn Robbins - June 05, 2017

“Evolution,” “uprising,” “continuation” and “Rastafari” are words used by the 24-year-old singer-songwriter Chronixx. These identifiers embody every nuance of his long-awaited debut Chronology, available June 30, 2017...












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