Paul KasticK 

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​Paul “GrooveGalore” KasticK is a highly sought-after drummer and producer whose versatile style, precision, and deep dedication to his craft have earned him world tours and an extensive catalog of recording credits. Over his career, he has performed and recorded with some of the industry’s most iconic artists, contributing to numerous chart-topping albums and global hits.
His work with Big Mountain, Maxi Priest, Shaggy, Diana King, Tessanne Chin (winner of The Voice 2013), and Ky-Mani Marley has brought his distinct sound to audiences worldwide.
KasticK is also the creative force behind GrooveGalore MuziK, his production company and musical collective, where he continues to craft innovative rhythms and genre-blending productions recognized across the international music scene.

drummer, producer, mUSIC dIRECTOR, ARTIST

origin:  Montego bay, jamaica
drums:  yamaha
cymbals:  sabian
sticks:  AHEAD TC STICKS, TPSX & Rockstix heavy
pedals:  dw 9000 series double pedals
gloves:  ahead Gloves
​drumkat electronic percussion controller: Alternatemode
​akai mpc

associated bands 

big mountain
maxi priest
enigma
ki-mani marley
SHAGGY
diana king
TESSANNE CHIN
danglin
Faraji
European/Czech Republic Booking & Coordination
Jerry Prochazka | email:  [email protected]

Paul Kastick GrooveGalore Muzik
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AHEAD Sticks, Gloves and accessories
THE LATEST FROM GROOVEGALORE MUZIK
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MY REGGAE ROCKING JOURNEY VOL 2
Album Information
Title:  My Reggae Rockin’ Journey Vol 2
Release Date:  August 28, 2026
Label:  NativeXamaycan Ent / GrooveGalore Productions
Genres:  Rock • Reggae • Triple A • CHR • AC • R&B • Chill House
For booking, interviews, licensing, sync opportunities, and additional information, please contact us HERE.

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MY REGGAE ROCKING JOURNEY VOL 1

​"Here’s where GrooveGalore MuziK’s magic truly shines. The instrumentation is a delightful blend. The rock elements are undeniable —KasticK himself is a seasoned rock drummer—with the driving guitars keeping the energy high. But the reggae rhythm weaves through it all, creating a laid-back island vibe that perfectly complements the song. This unique fusion extends to the production as well. All elements are crisp and clean. It’s one of my favorite aspects of the song. It’s a beautiful marriage of genres and it takes a unique and special skill to do it right." ~ Michael Jamo, SongWeb
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currently on tour with

big mountain

maxi priest

​ENIGMA

Paul Kastick producer credits

BIG MOUNTAIN
THINGS TO COME
COOL BREEZE
ONE LOVE
IF ONLY I KNEW
VERSIONS UNDERCOVER
THE BEST OF BIG MOUNTAIN
NEW DAY
HERE COMES THE SUN
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GROOVEGALORE MUZIK
MY REGGAE ROCKING JOURNEY VOL 1 & VOL 2

maxi priest
Easy To Love

diana king
Yu Dun Kno

GARY NESTA PINE
SHE's Gone

belinda brady
show me

tessanne chin
In Between Words​​ 

Ky-Mani marley
Maestro

Emree Franklin
We Are tomorrow

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paul kastick biography
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Having been fascinated by the forces of music throughout his childhood in Montego Bay, Jamaica, (which included piano, keyboards, bass, and horns), the drums is what Paul "GrooveGalore" KasticK would go on to master.  The mastery of his instrument(s), as Kastick would put it, “was real life experience”, wood-shedding, gigging, and the road, took off at an early age for Paul.  Always being young and pure at heart, he remains adventurous and versatile in his approach to live playing and producing, breaking down the boundaries of music, and bringing his own interpretation to the grooves. Now in his innovative prime, his quest is to be groovier & more cutting edge with his creative talent, in both the studio, and during his live touring performances around the world.

Kastick’s been in overdrive since the 80’s, when he was chosen in 1989 to rule the drummer’s chair for Jamaica’s top backing band 809. Since then Kastick has never looked back, nor taken any prisoners, as a Drummer, Music Director and Producer.  He has gone on to produce for artists such as Tessanne Chin, 2013' Winner of the hit TV show 'The Voice', as well as,  touring the globe with musical powerhouses including; Shaggy, Grammy nominated Maxi Priest, Reggae legend  Bob Marley’s son Ky-Mani Marley, and the internationally renowned Reggae group Big Mountain.

The experiences of a touring and studio musician awarded Kastick the opportunity to play with more than one backing band as well. In addition to Jamaica’s 809 Band, he played, recorded and toured with GrooveSociety, the original backing force behind Shaggy, from 1996-2000.

In 2000, Kastick formed NativeXaymaycan Entertainment Muzik, Inc., the parent company of GrooveGalore Productions, his creative nest. KaticK's projects include major production work on all of Big Mountains last 6 CD releases; Things To Come (2000), One Love (2001), Cool Breeze (2001) New Day (2002), Cover’s In Paradise (2003), Big Mountain’s Greatest Moments (2004), and their latest release Perfect Summer (2016).  Kastick also co-produces two of Jamaica’s hottest female Reggae, Punk, and Rock exports, Tessanne Chin (Winner of "The Voice" 2013) and Italee.
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​Kastick currently anchors the big bad, cutting edge, live drum sound and programming behind Maxi Priest, Ky-Mani Marley, Beres Hammond, Big Mountain, Diana King and Tessanne Chin under the alias GrooveGalore MuziK. 

His repertoire includes having toured, recorded, and performed alongside such musical greats as the late Dennis Brown, Shaggy, Rayvon, UK Pop sensation Apache Indian,  Big Mountain, Percy Sledge, Gwen Guthrie, Diana King, Aswad, Steel Pulse, Freddie McGregor, Gregory Isaacs, Judy Mowatt, Capleton, Luciano, Buju Banton, Soul Case, Janna Bent, Beenie Man, Shabba Ranks, Chaka Demus & Pliers, Tony Rebel, Sizzla, Junior Kelly, Culture, Richie Stephens, Benji Myazz, Dean Fraser, Bob Marley’s Junior Marvin, Marcia Griffiths, I Threes, Rita Marley, Beres Hammond, Terry Linen, Carlene Davis, Junior Tucker, Leon & The Peoples, Bat-Sheva, Japanese DJ Nahki, and RnB sensation Sharissa.
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His musical influences include the industry biggest names;  Bob Marley, Michael Jackson, Earth, Wind & Fire, Toto, Third World, Chalice, Sly & Robbie,  Black Uhuru, Dave Matthews Band, Seal, Santana, Lauryn Hill, Alicia Keys, Pink, Shakira, and Prince. His drumming style is all-around, and includes varying genres, from hard core Dancehall, Loversrock, Rock Alternative, RnB, and Soul, to Hiphop.

press

EDGAR ALLAN POETS SOCIEY - SEPTEMBER 27, 2024
GrooveGalore MuziK's "My Reagge Rockin' Journey Vol 1" is out now

JAMAICA GLEANER - SEPTEMBER 24, 2024
Kastick’s ‘Reggae Rockin’ Journey’ release eases the pain after being robbed on tour
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REGGAE GLOBAL RADIO - SEPTEMBER 20,2024
Reggae rocking with Paul Kastick

THE JAMAICA OBSERVER - SEPTEMBER 19, 2024
Paul Kastick shares his Reggae Rockin Journey

SONG WEB - MAY 8, 2024
GrooveGalore MuziK Makes You Dream with a Reggae-Rock Rendition of “I’ll See U In My Dreams”

BAD WOLF MAGAZINE - APRIL 10, 2024
Blending Styles With Mastery: GrooveGalore Muzik Releases A Fascinating Reimagining Of The 90's Classic 'I'll See You In My Dreams' In A Unique Fusion That Combines The Best Of Rock And Reggae
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OSGAROTOS DE LIVERPOOL - APRIL 10, 2024
GrooveGalore Muzik releases their version of 'I'll See You In My Dreams'

EXTRA FRENCH - APRIL 5, 2024
“I’ll See U In My Dreams”: A Memorable Reggae-Rock Journey With GrooveGalore MuziK

EDGAR ALLAN POETS  NOIR ROCK MAGAZINE - APRIL 8, 2024
Good Day Noir Family, This single by GrooveGalore MuziK, the project of talented drummer and producer Paul KasticK, showcases his exceptional compositional skills

INDIE O'CLOCK - APRIL 10, 2024
Groovegalore Muzik And Josh Gold Win Us Over In Cover Of "Night By Night"

TJPL NEWS - APRIL 11, 2024
GrooveGalore Muzik Unleashes 'Night By Night [Josh Gold Remix]' - A Reggae-Rock Fusion

THE JAMAICA OBSERVER - DECEMBER 2, 2023
Kastick’s Voice Grows Night By Night

THE JAMAICA STAR - SEPTEMBER 12, 2023
US Rock Classic Gets Reggae Treatment 

REGGAE TASTE MAKER - SEPTEMBER 3, 2023
Paul Kastick Reimagines Classic Steely Dan Rock Song 'Night By Night'

REGGAE NORTH CA - SEPTEMBER 1, 2023 
KasticK takes it Night By Night

REGGAEVILLE - AUGUST 28, 2023
Paul KasticK feat. Rudy Valentino JR. - Night By Night

REGGAE VIBES MAGAZINE - AUGUST 27, 2023
Kastick And Valentino Cover Steely Dan Song

SOUTH FLORIDA CARIBBEAN NEWS - DECEMBER 26, 2022
Busy 2023 For Reggae Band Big Mountain Starting With Rebel Salute

JAMAICA OBSERVER - DECEMBER 19, 2021
Big Mountain Set For Tour

SHOUTOUT MIAMI - JANUARY 20, 2021
Meet Paul KasticK: Paul KasticK (GrooveGalore MuziK) – Producer, Musician/Artiste, Compose​r

JAMAICA GLEANER - SEPTEMBER 20, 2021
Seal Of Approval As Kastik, Big Mountain, Honorebel Cover Beres

LOOP ENTERTAINMENT - AUGUST 6, 2021
Belinda Brady Leads Pack Pushing Family Love

JAMAICA GLEANER - JULY 11, 2021
Big Mountain Hooked On Reggae And Ackee

CAYMAN COMPASS - JANUARY 10, 2020
Getting into the rhythm with Paul KasticK

SOUTH FLORIDA CARIBBEAN NEWS - SEPTEMBER 5, 2019
Jamaican Producer Paul Kastick Relaunches Label, GrooveGalore Production

MUSIQUE MAGAZINE - JULY 1, 2019
GrooveGalore MuziK and Belinda Brady Talks About New Song “Show Me” and More

THE STAR - MAY 19, 2018
Kastick Drums Up Tessanne, Honorebel Collaboration

REGGAEVILLE
Tessanne Chin Biography, With Producer, and Friend, Rudy Valentino, Paul Kastick and many more

JAMAICA GLEANER - MAY 8, 2014
809 To Reunite For Groovin' In The Park

JAMAICA OBSERVER - JANUARY 20, 2014
809 Band regroups for ‘Jazz’

REGGAEVILLE
Hailee Araya, produced by Paul Kastick is set to be released 20th December 2011

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