African Roots

Album by The Skatalites

African Roots is an album by Jamaican ska band The Skatalites, released in 1975. The record blends ska and early reggae rhythms with horn-led instrumental arrangements and a roots-oriented rhythmic focus, reflecting the band's return to recording and their role in bridging 1960s ska with later reggae developments.
First released: 1978

Tracklist

  1. 1.
    Stream in the Meadow
    4:10
  2. 2.
    Rock Bottom
    5:24
  3. 3.
    Candle Light
    5:28
  4. 4.
    Candle Light Dub
    3:56
  5. 5.
    Fugitive
    3:04
  6. 6.
    Fugitive Dub
    3:22
  7. 7.
    Jumbo Malt
    2:42
  8. 8.
    Seven Seal
    3:08
  9. 9.
    African Roots
    3:20
  10. 10.
    Herb Challis
    3:05
  11. 11.
    Just Cool (Cornerstone)
    2:27
  12. 12.
    Japan Special
    3:01
  13. 13.
    Space Light
    3:14
  14. 14.
    Rock With Me Baby
    2:54

Credits