In the original roots reggae, the textual message was just as important as the music. They call it 'Conscious' in Jamaica. In recent years, a new generation of singers has emerged who are aware of Jamaica's rich musical past and are not afraid to address important social problems. Kabaka Pyramid is the pseudonym of Keron Salmon, who is half-singing, half-rapping. In Well Done, a cynical open letter
… to his country's politicians, Kabaka is supported by and Aston Barrett Jr, indeed the sons of and Wailers bassist . Kabaka Pyramid gives a nice update to the roots reggae and shows that there is still enough life in this music style in the 21st century. (PdK)more