SPARK OPENS WIDER SKIES FOR MICAH SHEMAIAH
On Kingston’s bustling streets, Micah Shemaiah’s voice has long carried the pulse of Rastafari and the roots of reggae. On Spark, released with The Dreadites providing a rich instrumental foundation, his slow-burning pop-reggae anthem strikes a balance between lyrical fire and lush, textured sound. The single, out via Evidence Music and We Generation Music, highlights his ability to expand reggae’s reach while staying rooted in its spiritual core.
Released on We Generation Music and Evidence Music, the track is smooth, slow-burning and polished. Shemaiah’s warm delivery moves across lush instrumentation, offering intimacy alongside uplift. It’s a modern pop anthem woven with reggae’s spirit, a sound that feels both personal and expansive.
SHEMAIAH CARRIES A DEEP SENSE OF CULTURE INTO EVERYTHING HE RECORDS
Raised in Kingston City with the firm, spiritual teachings of Rastafari, Shemaiah carries a deep sense of culture into everything he records. His path has taken him across the globe, performing at Rototom Sunsplash, Reggae Geel, Uppsala and beyond, where his voice has connected with diverse audiences through its honesty and depth.
Spark captures a moment of artistic growth. It highlights Shemaiah’s versatility, showing how roots reggae can move into broader spaces without losing its essence. The track lights up heart and soul, proving once again why his music resonates far beyond Jamaica.
ABOUT MICAH SHEMAIAH
Micah Shemaiah grew up in Kingston, where Rastafari teachings shaped his voice and vision. His 2009 debut Rastaman Meditation set the tone, favouring message over market.
Each record since, from Original Dread to Jamaica Jamaica, has carried that same conviction. With warm analogue textures and spiritual focus, his music reframes reggae’s compass. On stage at Rototom Sunsplash or Reggae Geel, this philosophy resonates in every note.
