Best introduction ever?

“My guest tonight has been called the father of reggae music.  He’s going to be upset when I tell him what his kids have been smoking.”

And so began Stephen Colbert’s interview with Jimmy Cliff yesterday.  We had a blast at the show and Jimmy was gracious enough to perform three songs:  His classic “The Harder They Come” for broadcast, a new song “One More” for a web exclusive, and the timeless “Many Rivers to Cross” just because Colbert loves it!  Check out the links and backstage pics below.

L-R that’s your truly, Jimmy Cliff, and Shore Fire’s Andy Silva hanging in Jimmy’s dressing room right after the taping.

Jimmy getting down during rehearsal.  The man can dance!

Here’s “The Harder They Come”

And the web-exclusive new song “One More.” Check it out!!!

David Yow of Jesus Lizard is 50 today. I was lucky enough to see the Liz live at the Fillmore last year (thanks to Shore Fire VP Matt Hanks). It was epic. David Yow is a maniac. Everything you hear about his lunacy is true. One of the best live shows I’ve seen in recent memory.

A personal favorite. ENJOY!

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