This mix brings together a focused selection of reggae recordings from around 1976, a period when roots reggae was at its most confident and clearly defined. The songs reflect the era's balance: strong rhythm sections, thoughtful lyrics, and a deep connection to Rastafarian beliefs, social commentary, and everyday life in Jamaica.
PLAYLIST
Jackie Mittoo – The Thriller
The Abyssinians – Satta Massagana
The Gladiators – Looks Is Deceiving (2000 Digital Remaster)
Tapper Zukie – M.P.L.A
Linval Thompson – Don’t Cut Off Your Dreadlocks / Joyful Locks
Cornell Campbell – The Gorgon
Inner Circle – Roman Soldiers Of Babylon
Zap Pow – This Is Reggae Music
Toots & The Maytals – Funky Kingston
Mighty Diamonds – I Need A Roof (2001 Digital Remaster)
Peter Tosh – Legalize It
Owen Gray – Guava Jelly
The Heptones – Book Of Rules
Bob Marley & The Wailers – Concrete Jungle
George Dekker & The Pioneers – Time Hard
Third World – Freedom Song
Burning Spear – Old Marcus Garvey
U-Roy – Natty Rebel (Remastered)
Max Romeo & The Upsetters – War Ina Babylon
