Since their dazzling debut album "Urban Roots", a small recording label outta Half Way Tree has released some of the most prominent forward thinking roots music on to the reggae music scene. Now we are thrilled to present some of our favourites from the album on vinyl format featuring key artists from currently ongoing reggae revival movement such Dre Island, Jesse Royal, Jovi Rockwell, Keida and Mikey General split between four beautifully cut 7" records.
The veteran Mikey General revives the true roots spirits on “Ancient Order”. Raw bass, tight drums, distorted organ and epic horns recreate the 70’s roots sound in today’s fashion. Not to mention the soundsystem ready version on the flip!
Since their dazzling debut album "Urban Roots", a small recording label outta Half Way Tree has released some of the most prominent forward thinking roots music on to the reggae music scene. Now we are thrilled to present some of our favourites from the album on vinyl format featuring key artists from currently ongoing reggae revival movement such Dre Island, Jesse Royal, Jovi Rockwell, Keida and Mikey General split between four beautifully cut 7" records.
Keida has been on everyone’s eye since her hits like “Ganja Tree” and “Stand For Something”. “M16” showcases her motivation in music and is sang on an early 80’s Volcano-esc rub a dub rhythm. It’s a perfect match both musically and lyrically.
Since their dazzling debut album "Urban Roots", a small recording label outta Half Way Tree has released some of the most prominent forward thinking roots music on to the reggae music scene. Now we are thrilled to present some of our favourites from the album on vinyl format featuring key artists from currently ongoing reggae revival movement such Dre Island, Jesse Royal, Jovi Rockwell, Keida and Mikey General split between four beautifully cut 7" records.
“Mash Me Up” sees an appearance of Jesse Royal, a young rasta singer who has previously been featured on Major Lazer projects and causing a buzz in the scene with releases for Over Stand Ent., Biggy, Notis and more. Here he collaborates with US based female singer Jovi Rockwell on an irie and bass heavy shaker.
a. Jesse Royal & Jovi Rockwell – Mash Me Up
b. Jesse Royal & Jovi Rockwell – Mash Me Up Version
Since their dazzling debut album "Urban Roots", a small recording label outta Half Way Tree has released some of the most prominent forward thinking roots music on to the reggae music scene. Now we are thrilled to present some of our favourites from the album on vinyl format featuring key artists from currently ongoing reggae revival movement such Dre Island, Jesse Royal, Jovi Rockwell, Keida and Mikey General split between four beautifully cut 7" records.
Opening the series with "Live Forever" a stiff, in depth roots rhythm featuring one of the key figures of the new generation rasta singers Dre Island. Reminds us the voice of Jr. Gong his vocal delivers a strong and moving message of our existence. Backed with heavy dub cut proving the high work ethic of the duo.
