Updated: September, 2002

"Yes Rasta presents an unblinking visual exploration into the sociopolitical reality of the lives and poverty of the people associated with the Jamaican Rasta movement.... Cariou's portraits...not only capture the pride and strength of his subjects but they say more about male elegance and style than most than contemporary fashion photographs." —Vogue Hommes International

"...a gorgeous art book that's also a sensitive study of a much-maligned people. The text will fill in the gaps between Bob Marley and hemp in your knowledge; the photos will stun you with the beauty of their locations and the poise and tranquility of their subjects." —Newsday

"...includes more than 100 black-and-white pictures, mostly close-up portraits of stern, mystical-looking, at times noble men within a tropical landscape." —Library Journal

"...a wonderful collection of photos from the Rastafarians' private world." —Paris Photo

"These black-and-white photos of Rastafari are stark; the poverty shown here is close to terrifying; the countryside is portrayed as lush and beautiful." —Black Issues Book Review

"Although it is rare that such a private people would allow themselves to be photographed so thoroughly, a book this captivating and interesting makes us glad they did." —Strength

"Cariou: 'Jamaicans in general hate having their pictures taken. So, to me, they blessed me. They gave me their confidence. It wasn't easy. Every time it was a battle, every second of my time spent in Jamaica was a battle." —The Fader (4 page excerpt)

"...Cariou relocated to Jamaica's tropical mountainside where devout, back-to-nature Rastafarians can avoid the poisonous toxins of industrialized living, freely build bamboo house big enough to hold any family, and, well, smoke as much freakin' weed as they damn well please." —CMJ New Music Monthly

"'Ganja is very important to Rasta life, but it's only one part.' [Cariou] says. 'I was most impressed with the organic lifestyle and the strength of the people.'" —High Times

"...makes a fine coffee table accessory for both the wannabe Rasta and the curious cultural anthropologist." —Urb

"This book is a 'must have' for anyone with an interest in photography, Rasta art and Jamaican culture." —The Jamaica Gleaner

Bonus Broadcast Appearances !!
"The Source All Access TV" – News Brief (November 25, 2000)
Sleazenation—Excerpt of Perry Henzell's text (August 2002)
WBAI – Interview (October 2000)