KINGSTON TO CALIFORNIA: RIK JAM & ERIC RACHMANY CONNECT THROUGH ‘STEREO’
Rik Jam steps confidently into a broader aesthetic with Stereo, his spirited collaboration with Eric Rachmany, lead singer of American reggae heavyweights Rebelution. Produced by Phillip McFarlane, the track rides a warm groove that folds Jamaican roots into Californian reggae vibes. Its accompanying video, filmed between California and Jamaica, underscores the song’s border-crossing intent.
Stereo arrives as the fifth single from Rik Jam’s much-anticipated debut album, The Genesis, due out on Irie Yutes Tapes. This album is a carefully constructed narrative of growth.
STEREO STITCHES KINGSTON’S ROOTS INTO CALIFORNIA’S WIDE-OPEN REGGAE LANDSCAPE
Collaborations with Rachmany, Taye Louise, Dalwayne, and MediSun punctuate a tracklist where dubwise textures meet sharp, contemporary production. Pieces like Journey, Caution, and Cry Blood showcase Rik’s evolving work.
Speaking about his approach, Rik Jam says, “From early on in my music career I purposed myself to sing clean, positive lyrics as such music help to keep one focused and give you a positive energy. Music is like a gateway to my happiness.” The Genesis promises to carry that vision forward.
ABOUT RIK JAM
Emerging from Kingston’s rich musical landscape, Rik Jam (also known as Ronaldo Ricketts) crafts roots reggae that balances tradition with sharp, modern edges. His songs explore strength, spirituality, and social awareness while his vocals blend melodic skill with emotive grit.
With Phillip McFarlane’s warm, analogue-driven production shaping his debut album The Genesis, Rik Jam’s collaborations with artists like Eric Rachmany extend his reach. His recent 2025 US tour, including Cali Roots, affirmed his growing international impact.
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ABOUT ERIC RACHMANY
Eric Rachmany, frontman of Rebelution, has spent two decades reshaping reggae with roots traditions, dub exploration, and Californian counterculture. Over the years, his songwriting anchored seven Billboard-topping albums, including the Grammy-nominated Falling Into Place.
Recently, collaborations like Stereo with Rik Jam revealed his dedication to cultural exchange, expanding reggae’s reach while still staying rooted in its spiritual and social core.
