Augustus Pablo East of The River Nile: Laid back reggae grooves decorated by Pablo’s incredible Melodica playing. Completely instrumental, this album does not need vocals to have a voice. Rating: 15/15 toy instruments
Misty in Roots-Roots Controller
Misty in Roots Roots Controller: Roots reggae with great bass and horn playing. The vocals are well done, but the puritanical lyrics can be a bit much. Rating: 10/15 Hemp bibles
Toots and The Maytals-In the Dark
Toots and The Maytals In the Dark: If you want to groove, this record is for you. A perfect mixture of funky reggae and soulful vocals. The albums tracks are usually upbeat dance tunes or mournful pieces filled with yearning and heartbreak. If you’re looking for Reggae less Westernized than Bob Marley, but not as [...]
