Where to Start with roots reggae

subgenre of reggae

26 artists

New to roots reggae? Read our getting-started guide

roots reggae Artists

About roots reggae

What is roots reggae?

subgenre of reggae

Where should I start with roots reggae?

Start with "Marcus Garvey" by Burning Spear. It captures what makes roots reggae worth exploring.

What are the best roots reggae albums?

The roots reggae albums worth hearing first: "Marcus Garvey" by Burning Spear, "Live in South Africa 2000" by Burning Spear, "Mek We Dweet" by Burning Spear, "Calling Rastafari" by Burning Spear and "Man in the Hills" by Burning Spear.

How many roots reggae artists are there?

northsound.fm covers 26 roots reggae artists, each with a recommended starting album and listening path.