1976 Roots Reggae Selection

February 6
1h 12m

Episode Description

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
  1. Jackie Mittoo – The Thriller

  2. The Abyssinians – Satta Massagana

  3. The Gladiators – Looks Is Deceiving (2000 Digital Remaster)

  4. Tapper Zukie – M.P.L.A

  5. Linval Thompson – Don’t Cut Off Your Dreadlocks / Joyful Locks

  6. Cornell Campbell – The Gorgon

  7. Inner Circle – Roman Soldiers Of Babylon

  8. Zap Pow – This Is Reggae Music

  9. Toots & The Maytals – Funky Kingston

  10. Mighty Diamonds – I Need A Roof (2001 Digital Remaster)

  11. Peter Tosh – Legalize It

  12. Owen Gray – Guava Jelly

  13. The Heptones – Book Of Rules

  14. Bob Marley & The Wailers – Concrete Jungle

  15. George Dekker & The Pioneers – Time Hard

  16. Third World – Freedom Song

  17. Burning Spear – Old Marcus Garvey

  18. U-Roy – Natty Rebel (Remastered)

  19. Max Romeo & The Upsetters – War Ina Babylon

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