Black Symbol from Birmingham in the English Midlands were an integral part of th city's 'Handsworth Explosion'.
On this compilation album, the band's status as "unsung heroes" is celebrated by Reggae Archives, a label specialising in British Reggae from the 70s, 80s and 90s.
The sixteen tracks include four remixed dub versions and showcase songs in praise of Jah - pledging an unwavering faith in Rastafari.
Titles like None A Jah Jah Children and In The Name Of Jah give an indication of what to expect.
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Solidarity has a little more urgency but for the most part the delivery and mood is earnest and somnolent.
This is spiritual old school reggae with a strong focus on inspiration and creation.
The beat may not be entirely in step with the modern world but the solid community values they endorse never really go out of style.
Reggae Archives website
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