The Congos

A masterpiece of roots reggae — Heart of the Congos is one of those rare records where everything aligns: the vocals, the production, the spiritual force behind the music. Produced by the legendary Lee “Scratch” Perry at his Black Ark studio, this album captures the peak of his mystical, lo-fi genius.

From the first notes of Fisherman, with its haunting falsetto and deep Nyabinghi rhythms, you’re pulled into a sound world unlike any other. Cedric Myton’s soaring voice blends perfectly with Roydel “Ashanti” Johnson’s earthier tones, creating harmonies that feel ancient and urgent all at once. It’s roots reggae at its most heartfelt — deeply Rastafarian, political, and transcendent.

Long underappreciated due to limited original pressings, Heart of the Congos has grown into one of the most celebrated reggae albums of all time.