CONTACTS &
INFOS
Label : Baco Records
Booking contacts : ben@bacomusic.fr / teranga@bacomusic.fr
Nationality : USA
Available on tour : Summer + Oct/Nov 2025
BIOGRAPHY
Formed in 1998, GROUNDATION is among the world's reggae legends. Their first two albums ("YOUNG TREE" and "EACH ONE TEACH ONE") established a unique roots sound, distinctive to GROUNDATION. In 2002, the album "HEBRON GATE" was recorded - achieving immediate success and propelling the group to international fame - a masterpiece of their progressive and unique roots reggae.
In 2018, after the departure of some original members, the legendary Californian reggae jazz group reformed around its leader HARRISON STAFFORD. He surrounded himself with very talented musicians who, like him, graduated from the prestigious Sonoma State University. The result is a reggae sound still imbued with jazz, combined with this new generation that infuses its talent and creativity, honoring the reputation that has shaped GROUNDATION since its genesis. After more than two decades and nine studio albums, GROUNDATION, which has helped define American roots reggae, is back with its 11th studio album. This new work perpetuates the group's legend with the same commitment to sophisticated music and impeccable sound quality, recorded 100% analog. HARRISON STAFFORD, at the helm of the formation, has the power to create intense tracks with complex yet captivating arrangements, combined with engaged, poetic, and deeply human lyrics. In its approach to respecting music and defending analog, the group chose to record its new album at the internationally renowned ICP Studio in Brussels. The venue, with its cutting-edge equipment, has welcomed the biggest names in music since its opening (Alain Bashung, Michel Polnareff, Benjamin Biolay, Brigitte Fontaine, Arno, Francis Cabrel, Johnny Hallyday, Stromae, Pharrell Williams, The Cure, Lady Gaga, Alicia Keys, Cat Stevens, Simple Minds, Lana Del Rey...). The mixing will be handled by the legendary JIM FOX (Lion and Fox Studios). A fine blend that promises an album of exceptional quality and vision.
