Dive into a profound journey of roots reggae with Ride Tru, the 2022 vinyl reissue of a landmark album by Akae Beka. Originally released on CD/digitally in 2014, this edition brings the full-analogue experience to vinyl collectors and reggae enthusiasts alike.
From the U.S. Virgin Islands’ St. Croix emerges Akae Beka—a band formed from members of the iconic group Midnite—led by the late visionary Vaughn Benjamin.
With Ride Tru, the band channels the spiritual essence of classic 1970s Jamaican roots reggae while infusing it with Caribbean clarity and urgency, reflecting the global evolution of the genre.
Musically sophisticated and spiritually grounded, the album features production by the celebrated team Zion I Kings (including Tippy I) and combines live horns, heavy bass-driven grooves, layered vocals and melodic instrumentation.
The UK reissue on Before Zero Records offers pristine mastering and the full aesthetic package—including artwork by Ras Marcus that links back to the visual legacy of I Grade / Akae Beka releases.
