About Roadblock Radio | Caribbean Radio Across the USA

ABOUT US

Caribbean radio across the USA

RoadBlock Radio is one of the leading Caribbean radio networks in the United States, connecting Caribbean communities with the best in Reggae, Dancehall, Soca, Afrobeats, Caribbean music, culture, entertainment, news, and live programming. We broadcast across New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, Miami and South Florida, Washington, D.C., Maryland, and Virginia, and stream to listeners around the world.

ROADBLOCK STORY

From an internet station in Newark to the largest Jamaican-owned radio network in America

RoadBlock Radio was founded in 2001 in Newark, New Jersey as an internet radio station. Its roots run through G City Promotions, one of the Northeast’s leading Caribbean promoters, whose events such as NJ Reggae Fest and Sounds Of Greatness brought Beres Hammond, Shabba Ranks, Ninja Man, Machel Montano, Alison Hinds, Buju Banton, Beenie Man, Bounty Killa, Sizzla, Capleton, Tarrus Riley, Sean Paul, Marcia Griffiths, Chronixx, Sanchez and many more to the stage. Two decades on, RoadBlock Radio is the largest Jamaican-owned radio broadcasting network serving Caribbean audiences across multiple major U.S. markets.

THE FOUNDER

Kacy “G City” Rankine

Founder and CEO of RoadBlock Radio, Kacy “G City” Rankine is a Jamaican-born broadcaster, entrepreneur, and media executive who has spent more than two decades building one of the Caribbean diaspora’s leading media platforms in the United States.

Born and raised in Kingston, Jamaica, and a past student of Ardenne High School, his passion for music took shape early. He formed The Kings Posse and later recorded as MC Ranks at the legendary Music Works studio, appearing on the iconic Twice My Age riddim compilation. Shortly after graduating he migrated to the United States, carrying the discipline, resilience, and entrepreneurial spirit that would define his career.

“I still remember hearing my song on the radio for the first time. My grandmother didn’t believe me when I told her I had a record coming out until she actually heard it playing.”
Kacy “G City” Rankine

Kacy G City Rankine, Founder and CEO of RoadBlock Radio

OUR MISSION

Giving Caribbean culture a stronger voice

“My mission has always been to give Caribbean culture a stronger voice while creating meaningful connections between communities, artists, businesses, and listeners.”

More than a radio station, RoadBlock Radio has become an institution within the Caribbean diaspora: a trusted platform that celebrates culture, informs communities, supports charitable causes, and reminds every generation of Caribbean people that, wherever they live, home is never far away.

OUR TEAM AND OUR COMMUNITY IMPACT

Creating a community for impact

RoadBlock Radio played a key role in the Jamaica Strong Benefit Concert, which raised US$550,000 to support hurricane recovery in Jamaica, helping rebuild schools and support families affected by the disaster. The station has also launched talented DJs and radio hosts from New Jersey and New York and stood behind gospel concerts, back-to-school drives, and civic campaigns that make a real difference in the community.

STAY CONNECTED

Listen to RoadBlock Radio

Broadcasting LIVE 24/7

WCBS 101.1 FM-HD3New Jersey and New York City Tri-State Area
WZMX 93.7 FM-HD3Hartford, Connecticut
WMXJ 102.7 FM-HD3Miami and South Florida
WLZL 107.9 FM-HD2Washington, D.C., Maryland, and Virginia (DMV)
WXBK 94.7 FM The BlockRoadblock Island Mix Weekends | NYC Tri-State Area
WPOW Power 96.5 FMRoadblock Island Mix Weekends | Miami and South Florida

Stream worldwide on RoadblockRadio.com, Audacy, iHeartRadio, TuneIn, Amazon Alexa, the Google Play Store, the Apple App Store, and other digital platforms.