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Island Echoes: Antigua & Barbuda's Rock-Reggae Pulse

Tucked in the Caribbean's sparkling belt, Antigua & Barbuda may be better known for its beaches — but scratch the surface, and the islands pulse with a fierce musical undercurrent. Beyond calypso and soca, there’s a quietly revolutionary rock-reggae scene that's been echoing through beach bars, underground studios, and roadside dancehalls.

Artists like Causion, often dubbed the “Reggae Ambassador of Antigua,” blend conscious lyrics with rootsy grooves. From his track “Watch Over Me” to his Bob Marley tributes, Causion carries both the spirit and struggle of the Caribbean in every note.

Local band Itchyfeet brings a rock-infused edge to island music, layering storytelling into their reggae foundations. And across the water, collaborations with regional acts like St. Lucia's Skip Monday and Jamaica’s Protoje remind us that reggae is more than rhythm — it's resistance, romance, and revelation.


Listen to:

“Watch Over Me” – Causion

“Three Little Birds (Live)” – Causion’s Marley tribute

“Big Fish” – Itchyfeet

Lyric to carry with you:

“Even if I fall, I’ll rise with the tide.” – from a local street mural, St. John’s

Antigua & Barbuda might not top Spotify’s rock charts — but in the B-side spirit, that’s exactly where the magic brews.

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