Vaughn Benjamin, founder of Midnite and later Akae Beka, was a visionary roots reggae artist whose music carried profound spiritual and social messages.
Born in Antigua and raised in St. Croix…
Vaughn became known for his deep, poetic lyricism and prolific output, releasing over 60 albums and shaping modern roots reggae with his meditative, bass-driven sound. His collaboration with Higher Bound Productions produced landmark projects like Hail The King (2019), blending live instrumentation with conscious, roots-heavy rhythms that honored the essence of reggae tradition. Until his passing in 2019, Vaughn’s music remained a powerful voice of truth, spirituality, and cultural upliftment for listeners worldwide.
World Tap In
“World Tap In” by Akae Beka releases May 5th on CD & Vinyl. Produced by Ryan Ishence of Higher Bound Productions.
Vaughn Benjamin, founder of Midnite and later Akae Beka, was a visionary roots reggae artist whose music carried profound spiritual and social messages.
AKAE BEKA INTERVIEW West End, Negril Jamaica.
This interview took place in the hills of West End Negril before Akae Beka’s first time performance in Jamaica at the ‘13th Annual Stepping High Ganja Festival’ on March 6th, 2016…
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