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Roots
Roots formed in Salvador, Brazil, playing reggae that spoke to the city's marginalized communities. Their debut album 'Raízes do Brasil' in 1997 mixed reggae...
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Roots formed in Salvador, Brazil, playing reggae that spoke to the city's marginalized communities. Their debut album 'Raízes do Brasil' in 1997 mixed reggae with samba and other Brazilian rhythms. Marquinhos Santana handled lead vocals and lyrics, with Beto Jamaica on guitar and Bambu on bass.
Black Alien, an early vocalist and lyricist, left the band in 2000. The group kept going, releasing albums like 'Água' in 1999 and 'Música Popular' in 2003. Their songs often dealt with social justice and spirituality, which sometimes drew criticism from conservative listeners.
One of their most recognized tracks is 'A Fé' from the 'Água' album. It's a straightforward reggae tune about holding onto faith during hard times. Other songs like 'Burning And Lootin' and 'SOS' carried similar themes of resilience and awareness.
Roots recorded a live album in 2001 that captured their stage energy. Their sound blended reggae with Brazilian elements, avoiding strict genre boundaries while staying grounded in the rhythms of their hometown.
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