Alpha Blondy, one of Africa’s most influential reggae voices, continues his legacy with Eternity, released in 2022 on Baco Distrib. Known as the “African Bob Marley,” Blondy has spent decades blending roots reggae with West African rhythms, political commentary, and multilingual lyrics. His music—often sung in English, French, and Dioula—has carried messages of unity, justice, and spirituality from Abidjan to Kingston and beyond.
With Eternity, Blondy revisits the timeless foundations of roots reggae while speaking to contemporary global struggles. The record channels the warmth and analog richness of classic 1970s reggae while maintaining his trademark African-influenced arrangements. Backed by tight riddims and soulful melodies, this LP resonates with both collectors of vintage-style reggae and fans of modern conscious music.
Since the early 1980s, Alpha Blondy’s discography has been essential in bridging Jamaican reggae with African and European audiences. His albums like Jah Glory and Cocody Rock set the stage for reggae’s international expansion, and Eternity continues this journey by affirming the genre’s role as a global voice for resistance and hope.
Pressed in France, this 2022 LP release is a must-have for vinyl collectors who value both the cultural depth and the sonic authenticity of reggae.
