Putumayo Presents African Reggae

Fans of reggae are sure to enjoy this collection from Putumayo, containing a diverse mix of sounds from an outstandingly gifted mix of reggae artists.

Picking up the banner of artists such as Jimmy Cliff and the "Legend" himself, Bob Marley, the artists gathered here come together to create a colorful mosaic, the common and constant thread of which is a love for reggae as a musical genre. Listening to this CD, there is little doubt as to why reggae has survived and thrived the world over as song after song heard here cannot help but make you feel like dancing.

"Steppin' Into Zion" by Kwame Bediako is one of the highlights of the recording, turning the tempo up a notch, and "Man of Sorrow" by Majek Fashek seems to channel the gifts of Marley himself, which provides a fitting ending for the album by bringing it back home to where it all began, or at least, to where it was last done to perfection.

A portion of the proceeds from this CD will be donated to HOPEHIV to support their endeavors to help African children whose families have been affected by the AIDS crisis. A worthy album for a worthy cause. Be sure to check it out!