The South London Afro Dub collective Soothsayers have been enlightening listeners about social issues through stimulating dub rhythms for two decades. “Tradition” is their first full length release for Wah Wah 45s and it’s filled with thought provoking messages layered over a thumping sounds system. “Sleepwalking” is inspired by Fela Kuti so having Dele Sosimi on vocals makes perfect sense. “Take Me High” is filled with hypnotic guitar rhythms and features the falsetto of Cornell Campbell. “Natural Mystic” starts out with a warm flute solo followed by hypnotic horns and percussion that will take you on a journey to the Motherland. Overall an engaging record loaded with strong instrumentation and good vibrations.
