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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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
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
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
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
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
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 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
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 is an upbeat, highly rhythmic reggae bed. It features pumping drums and a quaint organ stab. The bass line is steady and pulsating the bottom of the track. While it can be used for any purpose, the track is best used for show intros, news, or documentaries. 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
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
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
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
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 is roots reggae with a smooth feel, great for the industrial, multicultural environments, struggle and success scenes, Male Vocals, 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
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
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
Slow but heavy grooving reggae beat with majestic brass licks, rich live-drums and energizing bass. Sounds like roadmovies. Instrumental, Reggae, Roots Reggae
Positive and motivating summer Reggae track with rich live-drums, deep bassline to feelgood and joyful keyboards and guitars. Mediates the maximum of caribbean atmosphere. Instrumental, Reggae, Roots Reggae
Relaxed pulsing but energizing Reggae song with rich live-drums, rocking guitar, spherical melodica play and distinctive telephone samples. Instrumental, Reggae, Roots Reggae
Atmospheric, slow-paced Reggae song with distinctive brass and guitar parts, hypnotic bassline and evocative effects. Instrumental, Reggae, Roots Reggae
Tough rocking midtempo Reggae song with minimalistic fat bass and strong snare. Creates positive energy and sunglass vibration. Good background music for cool and self-confident moves. Instrumental, Reggae, Roots Reggae
Tribute to the famous computer Reggae style of the late 80ties. Pure digital rocking beat with heavy synthbass and some twinkling synthpads. Instrumental, Reggae, Roots Reggae
Positive and motivating summer Reggae track with rich live-drums, deep bassline to feelgood and joyful keyboards and guitars. Mediates the maximum of caribbean atmosphere. Instrumental, Reggae, Roots Reggae
Classic Reggae song, powered by a groovy bassline, good mood synthy and guitar. A smile is always a good thing. Good for carribian commercials. Instrumental, Reggae, Roots Reggae
Wide and pure sings the guitar in this Reggae song. Cool sunglass bassline and tough snare to make your head nod. Good for commercials, image films or documentaries. Instrumental, Reggae, Roots Reggae
Sunny reggae track with spirit of Jamaica and Caribbean breeze. Great for TV show about travel and beach rest. Also, good for advertising. Instrumental, Reggae, Roots Reggae
Light hearted Reggae song with rocking guitar and bassline. When the sun goes down, is this, what you hear on reggae festivals. Good for urban movie or commercial. Instrumental, Reggae, Roots Reggae
Passionated dreamy Reggae song with night time caribbean feeling. Moody brass carried by partly playful guitar and vigorous live-drums. Instrumental, Reggae, Roots Reggae
Bright dreamy Reggae song. The hybrid and straight drums are accompanied by exhilarated keyboard und guitar playing. Instrumental, Reggae, Roots Reggae
Reggae jam. Relaxed groove with mysterious touch, clean organ, mellow guitar and percussion breaked by dramatic drumrolls. Good for atmospheric moments in commercials or documentaries. Instrumental, Reggae, Roots Reggae
Deep Reggae song with a typical bass and dubby elements floating around in circles. Authentic recorded instruments for the original dub/roots feeling. Instrumental, Reggae, Roots Reggae
Very danceable rocksteady Reggae song with 'Pulp fiction' feeling. Heavy grooving bass- and livedrum combination with distinctive organ and guitar melodies. Instrumental, Reggae, Roots Reggae
Easy Reggae song with punchy live-drums, playful bass, dreamy guitars and keyboards. Got a slight jazzy touch, fits to emotional scenes in movies. Instrumental, Reggae, Roots Reggae
Chilled and smooth Reggae jam. Atmospheric guitar, dry bass and mellow organ driven constantly by a hard hitted snare. Perfect for a lazy day on the beach. Instrumental, Reggae, Roots Reggae
Self confident Reggae song. Time to come down and chill. Smooth rimshots, a layed back organ and a relaxed bass are resulting in pure comfortableness. Fits to atmospheric pictures and impressive landscapes. Instrumental, Reggae, Roots Reggae
Classic roots reggae from the 70's. Horns, reverby guitars, spooky organ and bluesy lead riffs. Lots of attitude. Kingston Jamaiica, Burning Spear vibe. Instrumental, Reggae, Roots Reggae
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