# Reggae, Dancehall and The Streets - A One Par Podcast S01E02

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Podcast: [A One Par Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/a-one-par-podcast-7761414)
Published: 2026-03-27T16:30:09+00:00
Episode link: http://www.yannickreid.com/a-one-par-podcast/2026/3/22/reggae-dancehall-and-the-streets-a-one-par-podcast-s01e02
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## Resource

In this episode of the Podcast, We explore the relationship between reggae, dancehall, and the "streets" from questions of class, authenticity, and cultural ownership to how “uptown” and inner-city identity shape the music. The conversation also expands into Jamaican event culture, looking at what really makes a party worthwhile, and the role patrons, DJs, and promoters play in creating the vibe. Timestamps (00:00) Intro (01:38) “Reggae Gone Uptown” (05:52) The role of "The Streets" (07:00) Why Music Still Needs the Streets (08:29) Has Reggae Left the Streets? (11:17) Are Reggae Artists "Uptown"? (13:25) Can The Streets Still Make Reggae? (15:12) Street Credibility, Dancehall & Reggae (24:08) Why Reggae Feels More Welcoming (32:43) Who’s Really Platforming Artists From The Streets? (33:36) What We need to contribute to events (35:08) The Problem With Patrons (39:44) What Make di Party “Shot” (42:30) Promoters Need to Curate Better (44:25) Patrons Need to Contribute (45:49) DJs, Promoters & Patron Feedback (49:57) Patrons: Give Energy to the Event (51:31) Outro A One Par is a quick sitdown with host Yannick Reid, where he shares thoughts on creativity, technology, culture, and life in Jamaica from his unique and often nuanced perspective. Follow the Podcast Instagram: @aoneparpodcast YouTube: A One Par Podcast Email: aoneparpodcast@gmail.com

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