Reggae Dub Pioneer, Sound System, Label Owner & the architect behind dancehall’s digital revolution
THE MAN, THE LEGEND
Lloyd ‘King Jammy’ James is one of Jamaica’s seminal pioneers, bringing firsthand expertise across reggae and dub, sound system culture, production, mixing and engineering, studio design and acoustics, artist development, release strategy, and the wider music industry.
Alongside his ongoing performances, King Jammy shares this knowledge as a keynote speaker, guest lecturer, and masterclass host at universities, conservatoires, cultural institutions, conferences, music expos, and festival learning hubs.
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KEYNOTE SPEAKER
High-impact keynote on digital reggae innovation, entrepreneurship within the music industry, and cultural diplomacy, tracing a studio’s rise from the rough streets of Kingston to an influential global brand.
GUEST LECTURER
Academically grounded lecture on reggae’s evolution, studio science, and independent economics, using archival media and first-person storytelling; adaptable curricula, Q&A
MASTERCLASS
Hands-on masterclass with King Jammy: rebuild riddims, dubplate workflow, sound system design. Small-group, interactive sessions, tailored for education institutions, festivals and pro-audio conferences.