This mix brings together a focused selection of reggae recordings from around 1976, a period when roots reggae was at its most confident and clearly defined. The songs reflect the era's balance: strong rhythm sections, thoughtful lyrics, and a deep connection to Rastafarian beliefs, social commentary, and everyday life in Jamaica.

Jackie Mittoo – The Thriller

The Abyssinians – Satta Massagana

The Gladiators – Looks Is Deceiving (2000 Digital Remaster)

Tapper Zukie – M.P.L.A

Linval Thompson – Don’t Cut Off Your Dreadlocks / Joyful Locks

Cornell Campbell – The Gorgon

Inner Circle – Roman Soldiers Of Babylon

Zap Pow – This Is Reggae Music

Toots & The Maytals – Funky Kingston

Mighty Diamonds – I Need A Roof (2001 Digital Remaster)

Peter Tosh – Legalize It

Owen Gray – Guava Jelly

The Heptones – Book Of Rules

Bob Marley & The Wailers – Concrete Jungle

George Dekker & The Pioneers – Time Hard

Third World – Freedom Song

Burning Spear – Old Marcus Garvey

U-Roy – Natty Rebel (Remastered)

Max Romeo & The Upsetters – War Ina Babylon