Papa Robbie's Music Palace

This compilation from the late great Mighty Sparrow showcases Sparrow's versatility. Sparrow was the epitome of what a great Calypsonian is. He addresses world affairs, politics, patriotism, relationships, colonialism, and the one subject he's best known for....S E X !! Double entendres galore, heavily dipped in wit and tongue firmly planted in cheek. ;-)  Pass it on ! -Papa Robbie  I do...

Slinger Francisco ORTT CM OBE , OCC (July 9, 1935 – September 27, 2026), better known as Mighty Sparrow , was a Trinidadian calypso vocalist, songwriter and guitarist. Known as the "Calypso King of the World", he was one of the best-known and most successful calypsonians . Francisco won Trinidad's Carnival Road March competition eight times, Calypso King/Monarch eight times, and twi...

The legendary King Yellowman & the iconic Sagittarius Band performing live and "rude" in Chicago. There is no reggae artist like King Yellowman, and there will never be another! Pass it on. He gets a little naughty on this one, so it's not entirely for "innocent" ears but the music and vibes are infectious.  I only acknowledge one dancehall KING....and it's King Y...

Guest Host/Vibesmaster: Papa Robbie Engineer: Bruce Roberts (ARP Studio) Executive Producer: Osei Chandler The Roots Musik Karamu is broadcast every Saturday night -10pm-Midnight (EST) on South Carolina Public Radio   https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/show/roots-musik-karamu RMK 8-15-2026  HOUR I :  1.        Marcus – Culture (4:26) 2.        Oh Marcus -Freddie McGregor (3:52) 3.        Mar...

Guest Host/Vibes Master: Papa Robbie Producer/Engineer: Bruce Roberts (ARP Studio) Executive Producer: Osei Chandler Aswad is a British reggae group, noted for adding strong R&B and soul influences to the reggae sound. They have been performing since the mid-1970s, and have released 21 albums. Their UK hit singles include the number one "Don't Turn Around" and "Shine"....

A celebration of his Royal Badness' musical legacy. A snapshot of his genius.  He didn't believe in celebrating birthdays, but the lovers of his music choose to celebrate his musical contributions year 'round, but especially around his birthday (June 7th).  This one is good for cleaning up the house, or a nice long ride in the car.  It's not a mix but a collage of some of his e...

Malcolm X (born Malcolm Little , later el-Hajj Malik el-Shabazz ; May 19, 1925 – February 21, 1965) was an African American revolutionary and Black nationalist leader, who came from a background of poverty, family disruption, and criminal activity, to a prominent figure during the civil rights movement until his assassination in 1965. He discovered the religious organization the Nation of Islam wh...

I went deep into my archives to retrieve these megamixes of Michael Jackson's hits throughout the years featuring DJ Hands Solo and friends.  Hope you enjoy this one.  Pass it on!! I do not own the rights to the material featured here. For educational and entertainment purposes only.  This is protected by the RED, the BLACK, and the GREEN!!!