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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This was the part of the island that she had never seen. The resort did not encourage guests to leave without an "official" guide, and he definitely wasn't "official." The throng of the market, curious stares, and current of life filled the air with a thickness that she could taste. Instrumental, Reggae, Roots Reggae
Ease back into your chair and dig your feet into the sand. Take a moment to feel a sweet breeze on the back of your neck as your feet roast. This authentic reggae instrumental captures the feeling of relaxation and utopia Caribbean style. Holiday Honeymoon Travel Channel, getting engaged, cruise, Instrumental, Reggae, Roots Reggae
This is a reggae flavored song. The atmosphere it creates is that of a poor, Shantytown at night. It could be in South Africa, or it could be in in Jamaica. It's cold, and something could go wrong at any moment. It's a lonely and unfriendly feeling. Perfect background for TV or movie scene. Instrumental, Reggae, Roots Reggae
Back to roots reggae with this instrumental track featuring all of the elements of this genre. Organ, guitars, a solid 2 & 4 reggae drum beat, and the classic wah-guitar lead. Lay back 'mon and enjoy! 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
A track with message take care of all children worldwide, male vocal in the style of peter tosh, will add first class quality production to your next project. Mixed Vocals, Reggae, Roots Reggae
Classic ragga style in dub version with piano digital drums and plenty echo's. Good for any caribbean related scene, dancehall, 80's soundsystem flashback, on film, TV, Radio, Commercial or Infomercial. Instrumental, Reggae, Roots Reggae
Classic Dub track with lots of echo's and cool synths. King Tubby style mix but a early dancehall feel. Good for any scene that requires a carribean vibe, Surfing montage or crusing the neighbourhood with friends. Urban advertising on the internet or radio would work as well. Instrumental, Reggae, Roots Reggae
A Reggae instrumental built around a groovy bass line in the style of Bob Marley, Third World and Steel Pulse. Great for TV, Film and commercial productions. 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
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
Easy Reggae song with uplifting shuffle feeling. Nice Melodies and funky guitar riffs make you feel like you are on a live festival in summer. Fits all kind of sunny scenarios. Good for commercials. Instrumental, Reggae, Roots Reggae
An instrumental Reggae song with roots feel and a whole lot of positive vibes. Feel-good Reggae that takes you back to your vacation in the islands! Instrumental, Reggae, Roots Reggae
A classic reggae style tune with a vinylesque retro feel. Organ, Electric and bass guitars, with a laid back, lazy sunday feel. For scenes of ultimate kickbacks and sunny days in paradise alike. An authentic feel that takes you back to all the goodtimes and a simple way of life on some sunny beach. 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
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
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
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
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
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
Up beat Dub Reggae track with live instruments and lots of fx. Cool guitar licks at the beginning with a live drummer give this song a classic old style sound. Sounds Great for film, TV, Radio, Comedy, Action, Documentary. Instrumental, Reggae, Roots Reggae
Good vibe reggae tune in dub with losts of filter sweeps and echo's. Pounding basslines with a live drummer accompanimented by unique guitar licks throughout the peice. Music would go well with a variety of genre's of film, TV, or Radio. Instrumental, Reggae, Roots Reggae
Classic ragga style in dub version with piano digital drums and plenty echo's. Good for any caribbean related scene, dancehall, 80's soundsystem flashback, on film, TV, Radio, Commercial or Infomercial. Instrumental, Reggae, Roots Reggae
Classic ragga style in dub version with piano digital drums and plenty echo's. Good for any caribbean related scene, dancehall, 80's soundsystem flashback, on film, TV, Radio, Commercial or Infomercial. 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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Feel good roots reggae with a festive spirit, great for dance projects festival scenes, parties and multicultural events, Male Vocals, Reggae, Roots Reggae
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