RETRO LOCKS RIDDIM produced by ONENESS RECORDS 2015
Retro Locks Overview
The Retro Locks Riddim was born in a studio session where musicians and engineers focused on capturing the classic roots reggae sound, but with a fresh, modern twist. The music arranger aimed to blend old-school reggae rhythms with new energy, making sure every instrument supported the powerful messages in each song. ONENESS RECORDS, the producer behind this project, is a respected reggae label based in Germany. Known for their commitment to quality and authentic reggae, they have produced many notable works and helped bring reggae to new audiences worldwide. Their attention to detail and respect for the genre’s roots have made them a strong presence in the reggae community. Each artist brought something special to the Retro Locks Riddim. Dre Island’s “On Time” stands out with his soulful voice and hopeful lyrics. Iba Mahr’s “Travelling Home” delivers a heartfelt journey, filled with emotion and spiritual vibes. Glen Washington & Fyah T bring their unique blend to “Golden Locks,” mixing smooth vocals with deep roots energy. Treesha’s “Don’t Do It” adds a powerful message, encouraging positive choices. Suga Roy, with “Who Are You,” brings his signature style and questions identity and purpose. Other artists like YT with “Human Rights,” Runkus on “Kindness,” Denham Smith’s “When Man Hungry,” Naptali & Arofat’s “Nuh Partial,” and Mark Wonder’s “Same King” all contribute to the riddim’s rich sound, each adding their voice to the roots reggae tradition. This instrumental and its collection of songs remain important in reggae history. It connects today’s artists with the deep legacy of roots reggae, keeping the music alive for new generations.
Retro Locks Tracklist:
- Dre Island – On Time
- Iba Mahr – Travelling Home
- Glen Washington & Fyah T – Golden Locks
- Treesha – Don’t Do It
- Gappy Ranks feat. Suga Roy & Conrad Crystal – Who Are You
- YT – Human Rights
- Runkus – Kindness
- Denham Smith – When Man Hungry
- Naptali & Arofat – Nuh Partial
- Mark Wonder – Same King
- Umberto Echo – Travelling Dub feat. Iba Mahr
- Retro Locks Version
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