Where to Start with reggae

music genre that originated in Jamaica in the late 1960s

1507 artists

New to reggae? Read our getting-started guide

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About reggae

What is reggae?

music genre that originated in Jamaica in the late 1960s

Where should I start with reggae?

Start with "The Liberty of Norton Folgate" by Madness. It captures what makes reggae worth exploring.

What are the best reggae albums?

The reggae albums worth hearing first: "The Liberty of Norton Folgate" by Madness, "The Last Ship" by Sting, "The Dream of the Blue Turtles" by Sting, "...Nothing Like the Sun" by Sting and "Brand New Day" by Sting.

How many reggae artists are there?

Spinsource covers 1507 reggae artists, each with a recommended starting album and listening path.