Rootsamala emerges in another century… specifically in the twentieth. At the end of the 90s and after changing names a few times (Ital Roots, Amala Family Band) and musicians, Rootsamala is born.
Even though they have changed and mingled with quite a few different musicians throughout the years, two of its members remain loyal and these are the founders and siblings Angelo and Raquel.
Although not an official member of Rootsamala but defiantly worth mentioning in Rootsamalas’ history is Inyaki Yarritu from BDF, loyal friend and amazing musician and producer. Inyaki has produced almost all of Rootsamalas’ published music and helped along the way.
These siblings arrived in Spain from the UK in the early 90s, from where they grew up in very close contact with the Reggae scene. Highly influenced in 80s UK Roots and Reggae.
They have taken part in big national and international festivals, alongside acknowledged reggae artists, as a group and also as backing vocals.
With over 20 vinyl singles from labels such as Heartical, One in the Spirit, Sama Roots and New Exodus amongst others.
BDF’s recut of the “I’m A Revolutionist” riddim. Recorded in Malaga (Spain), mixed by Darren at Jamtone Studio (London / UK), mastered at DK mastering (Paris / France).
This song is taken from the one riddim album “Heartical & BDF : I’m A Revolutionist”.
BDF’s original “Reggae Session” riddim, mixed by Darren at Jamtone Studio (London / UK).
Remake of the great late Yabby You classic “Walls of Jerusalem”, played by Basque Dub Foundation, and mixed by James Zugasti at BBMC (London / UK).
This release is taken from the album “Heartical & BDF present : Walls Of Jerusalem”.
“Universal Tribulation”, a tribute to the great late Gregory Isaacs riddim and his own label African Museum. Riddim played by Basque Dub Foundation – BDF, mixed by James Zugasti at BBMC Studio and mastered by King Hervé at DK Mastering.
Taken from the one-riddim album “Ballistic Affair”, riddim played by Sly Dunbar O.D & BDF, mixed by James Zagasti, mastered by King Herve @ DK Mastering & produced by Heartical Label.
New Exodus label’s first release. Produced and arranged by Inyaki BDF Mixed by Petah Sunday outta I-tal Soup Mastered by Nick Manasseh.
Produced by Inyaki BDF, recorded by Darren Jamtone, mixed by Jaime Zagasti and mastered by Nick Manasseh.
“The Assault”, riddim created & played by BDF, mixed by Darren Jamtone.
Taken from the album “Heartical Sound & BDF : Freedom Rockers”.
Version of 70s stepper tune by Beverly Williams. Produced by Inyaki BDF, mixed by Darren Jamtone.
Taken from the album “Heartical Sound & BDF : Books of slaving”.
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