Part 2

We are joined today by a visionary vocalist, producer, and composer who is actively redrawing the maps of Jamaican music: Romario "Runkus" Bennett. Born into a rich reggae lineage as the son of Determine, Runkus has spent his career proving that while he honors his roots, he is not bound by them. From winning talent searches at sixteen to becoming a 2-time GRAMMY-nominated Artist and a JUNO Winner, he has evolved into what many call a "sonic architect"—a creator who doesn't just make “riddims, but builds entire worlds.”

His reach extends far beyond the traditional stage; he has scored films, composed for major Caribbean brands such as Red Stripe and Flow. He has collaborated on sound installations for world-renowned galleries in London and New York. W ...