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New beginnings for Mitchie

Mitchie’s Record Shop brings the Reggae vibes to downtown Kingston

Published:Thursday | February 26, 2026 | 5:53 PM
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Ainsworth ‘Mitchie’ Williams at Mitchie’s Record Shop, 136D Orange Street, downtown Kingston.
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Ainsworth ‘Mitchie’ Williams at Mitchie’s Record Shop, 136D Orange Street, downtown Kingston.
Mitchie’s Record Shop, at 136D Orange Street, downtown Kingston, has quickly become a reasoning ground for vinyl collectors, music lovers and emerging creatives eager to connect with the roots of the culture.
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Mitchie’s Record Shop, at 136D Orange Street, downtown Kingston, has quickly become a reasoning ground for vinyl collectors, music lovers and emerging creatives eager to connect with the roots of the culture.
In an age dominated by digital streaming, Mitchie’s commitment to vinyl culture, live gatherings and authentic production stands as a reminder that reggae’s heartbeat still pulses strongest where it began.
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In an age dominated by digital streaming, Mitchie’s commitment to vinyl culture, live gatherings and authentic production stands as a reminder that reggae’s heartbeat still pulses strongest where it began.
With the opening of Mitchie’s Record Shop and his continued involvement in international dub projects, Orange Street gains more than a storefront; it regains a cultural anchor.
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With the opening of Mitchie’s Record Shop and his continued involvement in international dub projects, Orange Street gains more than a storefront; it regains a cultural anchor.
On Beat Street, the music never stopped – and through Mitchie’s vision, it continues to play loud and clear.
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On Beat Street, the music never stopped – and through Mitchie’s vision, it continues to play loud and clear.
As an active recording artiste and producer, Mitchie is also involved in new music projects.
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As an active recording artiste and producer, Mitchie is also involved in new music projects.
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On the historic stretch of Orange Street – famously known as Beat Street – a new chapter in Jamaica’s reggae legacy is unfolding.

Directly across from Ibo Spice, Mitchie has officially opened the doors to Mitchie’s Record Shop, planting fresh roots in one of the most culturally significant corridors in reggae history.

Orange Street has long been the heartbeat of Kingston’s sound system culture – a place where selectors, producers and deejays once gathered to shape the soundtrack of a generation. Today, Mitchie is continuing that tradition with a modern yet authentic touch.

More than a shop owner, Ainsworth ‘Mitchie’ Williams is an artiste, producer and DJ whose life revolves around reggae music. His space reflects his journey – one built on relationships, culture and consistency.

Friends and fellow music figures such as Vetta, DJ Yumi from Sun City Radio, Big Youth and Jah Mikey are known to regularly pass through the shop, reinforcing its role as a living link between reggae’s foundation and its ongoing evolution.

Mitchie’s Record Shop is not just about selling records. It has quickly become a reasoning ground for vinyl collectors, music lovers and emerging creatives eager to connect with the roots of the culture. The atmosphere is rich with foundation selections, dub plates and conversations that echo the spirit of old Orange Street.

Every Friday from 1:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Mitchie hosts Beat Street Fridays, a weekly gathering that breathes fresh energy into the strip. The session features live DJ juggling, classic vinyl spins and exclusive dub plays, creating an experience reminiscent of Beat Street’s golden era.

Patrons can grab beverages from the bar next door, Gussi Place; and enjoy ital meals from Ibo Spice, blending music, food and community into one authentic Kingston experience.

As an active recording artiste and producer, Mitchie is also involved in new music projects. He is featured on the dub track ‘Dubloon’, produced by Australian producer Steven Greatorex. The project brings together respected musicians including Errol Flabba Holt, Kirk Bennett, JaFagan and Mistah Mitchie.

The mixes are handled by legendary dub pioneer Mad Professor, alongside Steven Greatorex and Rob, giving the production an international yet deeply rooted reggae sound. The collaboration highlights the global reach of reggae, linking Jamaica’s Beat Street energy with Australia and beyond while staying true to the foundations of dub music.

With the opening of Mitchie’s Record Shop and his continued involvement in international dub projects, Orange Street gains more than a storefront; it regains a cultural anchor. In an age dominated by digital streaming, Mitchie’s commitment to vinyl culture, live gatherings and authentic production stands as a reminder that reggae’s heartbeat still pulses strongest where it began.

On Beat Street, the music never stopped – and through Mitchie’s vision, it continues to play loud and clear.

Come through and enjoy the vibes at Mitchie’s Record Shop, 136D Orange Street, downtown Kingston.

- Demola Cunningham, Contributor. Email editorial@gleanerjm.com