Aiming to maintain the momentum of their debut EP, Arise Roots Raízes began production of their first full album. They spent the last year sharing the stage with some of the biggest names in the reggae world such as Barrington Levy, Kymani Marley, The Wailers, Don Carlos, Gondwana, Midnite and even the legendary hip-hop group, Public Enemy.
The goal of Arise Roots is to create smooth reggae with a modern feel without compromising the true feeling of listening to roots reggae. Anyone who has had the opportunity to witness the band play in a live show feels how powerful the band's sound is and how positive their vibe is.
"Moving Forward" was recorded at the important studio Kingsize Soundlabs (Los Angeles) with the help of veteran sound engineers such as Brian Dixon and Richard Robinson. Brian Wallace was responsible for mastering and adding finishing touches. Always paying homage to reggae legends past, the album "Moving Forward" brings to mind influences such as Black Uhuru, Dennis Brown, Bob Marley and The Wailers, Israel Vibrations, Alton Ellis and Gregory Isaacs. From a broader perspective, "Moving Forward" is an album for people who create awareness with a touch of modernity, but grounded in traditional roots.