Category: Gallery

The 2022 edition of the Vintage Jamaican Music Soundclash was another epic battle. All three selectors – Alex (Midnight Drifters), Artical Ranx and Jo (Ashwut Intl.) played brilliant tunes and the tune fe tune was very close. Pictures by #verenamoerath.

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The second edition of our Vintage Jamaican Music Soundclash was another thriller. Check out these great pictures shot by #verenamoerath and our Recap.

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It was the perfect summer day: Sunshine, Jamaican and African food, cold drinks and hot music in the yard of YAAM. Find a short clip of Ms. Trouble and Polly S. playing on the FB-Page of our Rhythm Ruler. All pictures copyright by #verenamoerath.

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It was a wonderful weekend out there at Fort Gorgast. Fortunately, Kingston Headroll and our man Threepwood did not only play great music but also shot some pictures.

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Our audience rarely takes notice of the work that comes with the preparation of a soundystem event. Tim Schnetgoeke captured it in amazing pictures.

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She was a frequent guest over the years the Rock Steady Ballroom was held at Grüner Salon and for the final night Tia took some shots with her 35mm analog camera. An unforgettable night!

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These photos were taken by Corinna Harl at the Rock Steady Ballroom with special guest Ras Digby in November 2015.

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The Rock Steady Ballroom was a great night in a very unique venue, the artwork by our talented designer was as great as our guest selectors and deejays were. Find the designs for the postcards and posters we printed over the years in this gallery.

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