Alborosie

Jamaican-Italian producer and multi-instrumentalist Alborosie returns with a sun-drenched yet politically conscious set that continues his lifelong dialogue with roots reggae and dub. Built around crisp, analogue rhythms and a deep love of classic Jamaican production, the record finds him in a reflective but expansive mood. 'Calling Selassie' sets the tone with spiritual invocation, while 'No Tan Distintos' blends Latin lyricism with classic one-drop swing. 'Come My Way' flips 'King Tubby Meets Rockers Uptown' with head-nodding grace, and 'Cool Down' rolls easy on dubbed-out snares and muted horns. On the flip, 'Loco Loco' and 'Club Paradise' heat things up with livelier tempos, but there's a meditative thread throughout - culminating in the breezy uplift of 'Nine Mile', a tribute to Marley's birthplace. Rich with cultural signifiers and laid-back precision, Alborosie balances reverence with freshness, reaffirming his position as one of reggae's true global custodians.