New Thing

With their third studio album New Thing, Reggae Workers of the World take a bold step forward while staying deeply rooted in the timeless sounds that define them. Scheduled for release in March 2026 on Badasonic Records, the album captures the full scope of this transcontinental supergroup's musical identity: soulful, genre-defying, and driven by classic songwriting. Formed by Vic Ruggiero (The Slackers), Jesse Wagner (The Aggrolites), and Nico Leonard (The Badasonics), Reggae Workers of the World unite the musical spirits of New York, Los Angeles, and Charleroi into a seamless collaboration. Across 11 tracks, New Thing moves freely between reggae, ska, soul, mento, rhythm & blues, and early rock 'n' roll, reflecting both the trio's deep roots and their creative freedom. The album is enriched by an exceptional list of guests, including Efren Santana (Hepcat), David Hillyard (The Slackers), and renowned harmonica master Steven Troch, who all appear on the title track New Thing. The result is a warm, organic, and vibrant record-equally suited for vinyl collectors, radio programmers, and live audiences. Ahead of the album release, the first single will debut as a Japan-exclusive 7 vinyl on January 18, underlining the band's strong international reach and collector appeal. Following the release of New Thing, Reggae Workers of the World will return to the road with a European tour in April 2026, reaffirming their reputation as a powerful and authentic live act.