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Reggie Premier Brown is an American professional roller skater, instructor, music producer, and cultural ambassador known for his influential role in the global roller skating community. He is widely recognized for fusing the tradition of JB Skating with modern innovation, and for his contributions to skate music, education, and brand collaboration.
Early Life and Background
[edit]Brown was raised in a military family, experiencing a lifestyle of constant movement, discipline, and cultural adaptation that deeply shaped his perspective and artistic expression. With over 28 years of skating experience, Brown has dedicated his life to advancing Black skate culture through movement, sound, and mentorship.
Skating Career
[edit]Brown is a master-level roller skating instructor and internationally acclaimed performer. He has taught, competed, and performed in over 20 countries, representing the United States in workshops, exhibitions, and cultural exchanges. Brown is credited with helping the JB style of skating gain national and international recognition.
In 2021, Brown was approved as Chair of Culture Roll under USA Roller Sports (USARS), marking a major milestone for the integration of cultural skating styles into national sport governance.[1] He also appeared at the New York Stock Exchange to represent roller skating’s cultural and economic significance.
In 2018, Brown was featured as a main character in HBO’s documentary United Skates, which explores Black roller skating culture, premiered at the Tribeca Film Festival, and aired on HBO in February 2019.[2] The HBO website highlights Brown’s participation as a central figure in the film. The film was later a finalist for the Outstanding Arts & Culture Documentary at the 41st News & Documentary Emmy Awards.[3] He co-produced the official soundtrack alongside Jongnic Bontemps and Keezo Kane, released in 2020. Rolling Stone highlighted the documentary’s trailer and noted Brown’s central appearance among other featured skaters.[4]
Music Career
[edit]Brown is also an established skate music producer. Under the name Reggie Premier Brown, he has released multiple projects including J & B, Black Paradise, and numerous tracks featured in international skate events. His music often blends funk, soul, and rhythm tailored for the skate floor, and has been featured in publications such as Resident Advisor.[5]
As of 2025, Reggie Premier Brown has garnered over 1.7 million streams, 25,900 Shazams, and 50 million views across major platforms including Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube, SoundCloud, and TikTok. With over 40,500 followers and appearances in more than 4,000 videos, his music continues to resonate globally. He has charted on 8 platforms, featured on 13+ playlists with a combined reach of over 45,000 listeners, and holds 43 production and artist credits.
Brand Collaborations and Influence
[edit]Brown has collaborated with major brands such as Red Bull, Adidas Originals, and Flipper's Roller Boogie Palace. His partnership with Chicago Skates led to the release of his signature skate, The Lifestyle CRS900, one of the few skates designed by and for a professional Black skater.[6]
He served as a judge and lead consultant for Red Bull’s Know Your Roll event, helping to shape the program’s vision, format, and cultural authenticity. He also performed and spoke on the intersection of music, identity, and skating.[7] His influence spans sport, style, and community, making him a bridge between generations of skaters.
Recognition
[edit]Brown has been featured in The New York Times[8], The Daily Beast[9], Resident Advisor[5], and Morning Brew.[10] In an August 2022 Morning Brew piece, he reflected on the legacy of Black roller-skating communities, noting: “We were too busy just having a good time, enjoying ourselves, thriving with the culture… and the brands started to see what could happen with roller-skating once you combine catchy music… and all of these things and put them together.”
Discography
[edit]Albums and EPs
- JB4L (August 19, 2016)
- Starz and Stripes (June 4, 2015)
- Skate of Emergency (May 15, 2020)
- J & B (December 31, 2021)
- WELCOME TO THE SKATE WORLD (July 8, 2022)
- World Premier (July 27, 2023)
- JB Elite Anthem (July 2024)
- Black Paradise (2025)
(Plus over 28 additional single-track releases available on Bandcamp, Spotify, and Apple Music)
External Links
[edit]- Reggie Premier Brown – YouTube (@jbboypremiere) – features skate music, JB workshops, archive skating footage, and original video content
- Reggie Premier Brown on Spotify
- Red Bull: Know Your Roll
- Resident Advisor Feature
- Chicago Skates Signature Product
References
[edit]- ^ "Culture Roll". www.usarollersports.org.
- ^ "United Skates | Watch the Movie on HBO | HBO.com" – via www.hbo.com.
- ^ https://theemmys.tv/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/news-41st-nominations-with-credits-v01.pdf
- ^ Reed, Ryan (January 30, 2019). "See Salt-N-Pepa in Trailer for HBO Roller Skating Documentary 'United Skates'". Rolling Stone.
- ^ a b "Soul on wheels: How music for the roller rink impacted the club · Feature ⟋ RA". Resident Advisor.
- ^ "Professional Roller Skates - Chicago Skates Premium Lifestyle Leather". Chicago Skates.
- ^ https://www.redbull.com/us-en/events/red-bull-know-your-roll
- ^ Thomas, James; Hale, Gem (May 2, 2024). "A 'Skate Migration' Is Changing How Atlanta Rolls". The New York Times – via NYTimes.com.
- ^ "The Rich History of Black Roller Skating Rinks, and Their Civil Rights Legacy". The Daily Beast. June 13, 2020.
- ^ Hoover, ByAmanda. "Roller-skating's irresistible joy goes mainstream". Morning Brew.