Founded in 2024 by Aruba’s Jonathan Dread in collaboration with Marc ‘MaSta” in the Love for Roots Reggae, including related friends and talented musicians John, Roy, Melissa & Marc ‘Edge” …which made The Foundation saw light. Soon joined by the most excellent brothers in reggae music Fred (former The Frontliners i.a.) & Ricardo ( a.k.a Tectonia) into 2025. J-Dread Foundation brings their authentic & original roots reggae songs live from the heart, spreading the love of hope, unity, and cultural pride with own vibrant rhythms, enlightening melodies and conscious lyrics.