Roots reggae is a subgenre of reggae that concerns itself with the life of the ghetto sufferer, and the rural poor. Lyrical themes include poverty, social issues, resistance to government oppression, repatriation, and Rastafari.
The heyday of roots reggae is usually considered the latter half of the 1970s – with singers such as Bob Marley, Peter Tosh, Burning Spear, Max Romeo, Horace Andy and Lincoln Thompson, and groups like Black Uhuru, Steel Pulse, and Culture – teaming up with producers such as Lee 'Scratch' Perry, Bunny Lee, Joseph Hoo Kim and Coxsone Dodd. The experimental pioneering of such producers within often-restricted technological parameters gave birth to dub, and is ...
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It tells the story of a defiant individual in the midst of a chaotic city, determined to make their mark and break free from the constraints of society. Female Vocals, Reggae, Roots Reggae
This roots reggae track is unique in style. It is suitable for changes and or changing environments, travel, by the ocean, air, and road. An authentic reggae sound topped off with melodious rock guitar, a strong message, and a mellow mood. Male Vocals, Reggae, Roots Reggae
Reggae-infused track with a bouncy bass line and haunting melody line. Evokes an ominous emotion that something is about to happen right at the intro. Perfect for TV and Film cues, Instrumental, Reggae, Roots Reggae
This song is roots reggae blending with dancehall rap, it is very lively and is great for festive events, dancing, commercials, action, and adventure scenes, and listening pleasure, Male Vocals, Reggae, Roots Reggae
This is a roots reggae song that gives that tranquil feel as the song mentions, tranquility, you can find that place if you focus, great mood, ideal for meditation, exercise, commercials, travel scenes, and documentaries, Male Vocals, Reggae, Roots Reggae
A traditional roots reggae song with a focus on heavy drum and bass, It is ideal for cultural scenes motivational and meditation, Male Vocals, Reggae, Roots Reggae
Feel good roots reggae with a festive spirit, great for dance projects festival scenes, parties and multicultural events, Male Vocals, Reggae, Roots Reggae
Roots reggae with African drum sounds in the mix, this song is authentic and hardcore making it great for action and adventure scenes. cultural dance, meditation, and exercise. Male Vocals, Reggae, Roots Reggae
Recorded in the studio with pronounced live horns. This song is roots reggae with an authentic feel, it is great for festival scenes, parties, and multicultural events, Male Vocals, Reggae, Roots Reggae
This song was recorded live in the studio with a band, it is roots reggae with live horns, and the lyrics are conscious and motivational, about teaching the children. The song is great for educational, educational commercials, documentaries, school scenes, and libraries, Male Vocals, Reggae, Roots Reggae
This song is roots reggae with a smooth feel, great for the industrial, multicultural environments, struggle and success scenes, Male Vocals, Reggae, Roots Reggae
A roots reggae song that is lively even though the vocals are emotional, the song can be used for listening and dance choreography, Male Vocals, Reggae, Roots Reggae
A roots reggae song spreading positive energy globally, the sound is bright and hardcore, great for festivals commercials tropical environments, and world harmony, Male Vocals, Reggae, Roots Reggae
For those who love reggae with a spiritual feel, this is an uplifting song putting out positive energy, it is roots reggae that is a great addition to any reggae playlist, great for listening all around, Male Vocals, Reggae, Roots Reggae
Roots reggae with a swing, different sounding from any other reggae song, for those who use this song your project will sound unique, it can be used for action-adventure scenes, driving, sports, and commercials, Male Vocals, Reggae, Roots Reggae
A traditional roots reggae with a modern feel and sounds, and conscious lyrics that everyone can relate to, ideal for any reggae project action drama scenes, commercials, and background music, Male Vocals, Reggae, Roots Reggae
Dub style roots reggae for the hardcore fans, great song for when you are driving or in any working environment, nice soundtrack for commercials or movies with authentic Caribbean scenes and action-adventure, Male Vocals, Reggae, Roots Reggae
Welcome To The Island is saxophones over electric guitars, upright bass patch and retro drums. Saxes play harmony melody lines throughout. Good for restaurant, cafe or business background. Instrumental, Reggae, Roots Reggae
A fun uptempo island reggae instrumental featuring ukulele and cuica! This cut will help liven up any outdoor sunny scene! Great for ads, commercials, documentaries, score, and more! Sounds like Ernest Ranglin, Jackie Mittoo, Monty Alexander, Bob Marley and more! Instrumental, Reggae, Roots Reggae
The theme song for a sunny island day! Blast this one for an injection of positive energy and a celebratory vibration! Reminiscent of Bob Marley, Desmond Dekker, Alpha Blondie, Jamaica Reggae Band, Toots & the Maytals, Peter Tosh, Culture, Burning Spear, Slightly Stoopid, Jack Johnson, and more! Instrumental, Reggae, Roots Reggae
Classic Reggae with male vocals, horns, guitar, piano, bass and drums. Reminiscent of the sound of 70s Reggae artists this track perfectly captures those deep dub vibes. Male Vocals, Reggae, Roots Reggae
Classic roots Reggae riddim with Hammond organ, piano, electric guitar, bass and drums. ideal for a scene with a Caribbean or relaxing vacation atmosphere. Instrumental, Reggae, Roots Reggae
TO DI WORLD is a heavyweight roots reggae instrumental that will leave a strong impact and take you through psychedelic journey. This track would be perfect for counter culture content such television or documentaries. Instrumental, Reggae, Roots Reggae
Roots Reggae riddim with a catchy brass hook! Featuring an outlaw feel and sounds like a reggae show down. Great for cooking shows such as seen on the Tasty videos. Also great for indie, edgy films. Instrumental, Reggae, Roots Reggae
Classic, uplifting Reggae riddim with horn accompaniment and simple Hammond organ solo during the middle section. Ideal for a scene that requires a Caribbean vibe. Instrumental, Reggae, Roots Reggae
Slow and Chilled Reggae Sounds. Classic Reggae music with that skank bounce reggae feeling. Great for summer BBQs, cruising on the ocean, cooking in the garden, and chilling out on a sunny day! But with a touch of mystery. Instrumental, Reggae, Roots Reggae
Down to the island of Jamaica with this laid-back reggae instrumental track. Features drums, bass, B3 organ, electric guitars, and horns. Could be used as theme music, documentary background, commercials, travel. Instrumental, Reggae, Roots Reggae, Instrumental, Reggae, Roots Reggae
Grooving soulful looping reggae dub track. Very rhythmic with great lilting and bouncy guitar sounds and classic bassline. The dub delay on the guitar gives this track a spacey feel, while the organ and bassline help keep the groove. Atmospheric and earthy. Instrumental, Reggae, Roots Reggae
Lay back and chill-out to some roots reggae. This instrumental track features drums, bass, electric guitars, and a horn section on the melody. Very repetitive, and steady. Great track for background music for ads for Jamaica or the islands. Also source music needing that authentic sound. Instrumental, Reggae, Roots Reggae
A slow and laid back instrumental roots reggae track. It features drums, bass, electric guitars, B3 organ, trombone, tenor sax, and trumpet. Great for background music for island, or vacation setting in the Caribbean, or any tropical setting. Instrumental, Reggae, Roots Reggae
A mid-tempo Reggae instrumental track all about vacationing and hanging out on the islands. It features drums, bass, electric guitars, B3 organ, and horn section. Great backing track for commercials about Jamaica, and the Caribbean, also for cruise ship lines and resorts. Instrumental, Reggae, Roots Reggae
Classic instrumental reggae with a retro 70s vibe. Captures the relaxed, soulful vibe of classic Wailers, Bob Marley, Lee Perry and 70s reggae legends. Advertisements, films, travel programs, TV dramas games cartoons. Island cruise chillout party teens, Instrumental, Reggae, Roots Reggae
Kickin’ back on the white sand beaches, blue waters, with a nice sea breeze coming in on the island of Jamaica. This instrumental reggae track features drums, bass, electric guitars, and steel drums on the melody. Great track for travel footage, cruise line ads, beach front property, source music. Instrumental, Reggae, Roots Reggae
A roots reggae tune that has everything roots need. Great beat, nice organ, tweaking guitar and an awesome bassline. Now the lyrics are about bonds, rules and walls that can not save anyone from change or live anyway. Are you reggae? Male Vocals, Reggae, Roots Reggae
Down to the island of Jamaica with this laid-back reggae instrumental track. Features drums, bass, B3 organ, electric guitars, and horns. Could be used as theme music, documentary background, commercials, travel. Instrumental, Reggae, Roots Reggae
Meditative Reggae with funky drums, wah wah guitar and profound vocal piece. Take your timeout, lay back and let it flow. Good for scenes with impressive landscape or wide view. Instrumental, Reggae, Roots Reggae
Reggae roots track in spanish with real horns and seventies sort of bob marley and the wailers, peter tosh, lee scratch perry or burning spear sound. Male Vocals, Reggae, Roots Reggae
Slow roots reggae track in spanish with real horns and seventies sound similar to bob marley and the wailers, peter tosh, lee scratch perry or burning spear. Male Vocals, Reggae, Dub Reggae
Positive and relaxed Reggae song. A melodious subbass and joyfull chords invite to dance and celebrate. A good vibration comes out of your speakers and there is nothing to worry about. Good for commercials and image films with sunny atmosphere. Instrumental, Reggae, Roots Reggae
Minimalistc but heavy. This Reggae song is cycling through the musical universe. One lonely cowboy plays the melodica in the moon light. Instrumental, Reggae, Roots Reggae
Uplifting shuffled Reggae beat, highsnare with many rolls and a sportive bass/bassdrum combo. Animate to move the body. Good for commercials and lifestyle documentaries. Instrumental, Reggae, Roots Reggae
Straight groove with escalating chord changes and multiple echo effects. Step aside when the rasta driver pass. Good for driving. Instrumental, Reggae, Roots Reggae
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