18th Parallel, The
All Fruits Ripe
The Swiss group The 18th Parallel presents their album "All Fruits Ripe," a powerful demonstration of modern roots reggae. Recorded between 2015 and 2025, it brings together Jamaican singers from different generations, such as Micah Shemaiah and Keith Rowe. The album, comprised of six vocal tracks and five dub versions, showcases strong lyrics and the aesthetics of sound system culture. Mixed by Roberto Sánchez, it reflects a deep connection to reggae's roots, while also including legendary musicians like Leroy "Horsemouth" Wallace. Each track is meticulously crafted, like ripe fruit.