Time To Roots Records drops two new singles

Time To Roots Records has been busy in October and November, delivering two new singles that deserve attention from roots and dub fans. Both releases are available digitally and on strictly limited vinyl. George Palmer is the common thread, handling the production, arrangements and mixing on both tracks.

First up is The George’s The Light, released in early October. Palmer also takes on vocal duties, giving a new interpretation to a song originally recorded in 1979 by More Relation. The New York-based group was formed in 1977 as a backing band for reggae artists. After releasing their debut album in 1978, they scored two hit singles, Solve Them and Jehoviah’s Kingdom. Interestingly, The Light was released under the name Georges because one of the four members couldn’t make the recording session.

Palmer respects the original song’s spirit and message but doesn’t simply recreate it. He adds new lyrical elements and a personal touch, while Dub Wizards Band provides an entirely rebuilt riddim played with live instrumentation. The arrangement keeps the semi-acoustic, dreamy and soulful character of the original, with guitars, keyboards and percussion sitting comfortably over a deep, weighty bass and drum foundation.

And there’s more. The B-side features a heavyweight dub version, complete with vocal fragments and the kind of spacious effects that make old-skool dub so rewarding. George Palmer mixed it at George’s Box Studio, using analogue equipment to give the version an authentic feel.

The November release, Under Feet, brings back a familiar collaborator: Kingston-based Garfield “Revelation” Treasure. He previously worked with Time To Roots Records on Garfield Treasure Meets Dub Wizards – Tools in 2021, the label’s second international collaboration.

A singer, songwriter, producer and audio engineer, Treasure was born in St. Andrew, Jamaica. His musical roots run deep, with influences ranging from Jimmy Cliff, Alton Ellis, John Holt and Third World to Bob Marley, Dennis Brown and Garnett Silk. He also draws inspiration from the Jackson 5 and Michael Jackson.

Treasure began developing his recording skills at Coxsone Music City in New York in 1997 before studying audio engineering at the Institute of Audio Research. Two years later, he founded Chant Out Productions, followed by Divinity Productions. These ventures allowed him to combine his talents as a vocalist and songwriter with his experience in production, mixing and mastering.

His journey has also been shaped by spirituality and personal challenges. Guided by Rastafari and the Ethiopian Orthodox Church, Treasure’s music reflects his commitment to conscious lyrics and the preservation of Jamaican reggae culture. A serious motorcycle accident in 2004 proved to be a life-changing experience. In 2015, he adopted the name Garfield “Revelation” Treasure, marking another chapter in his musical journey.

On Under Feet, he delivers a positive message over an energetic, powerful riddim that draws inspiration from previous Time To Roots productions. His lyrics focus on spirituality, consciousness and hope, urging younger generations to carry the Rastafari legacy and its positive vibrations forward.

The B-side, Dub Feet Version, is equally worth checking out. Live-mixed with analogue effects and vocal snippets, it strips the focus back to the riddim, allowing the bass, instrumentation, echo and space to do their work. A proper dub companion to the vocal cut.