FOUNDATION
One Shirt
(Island Jamaica)

This originally ran in Reggae Report in 1995.

Foundation, from Kingston, Jamaica, was originally discovered by legendary producer Jack Ruby in 1988. This harmony trio subsequently released two well-received albums on the Mango label. The following year, Ruby passed away and the group's career came to a standstill.

Now, after a six year hiatus, these roots rockers are back with a vengeance, taking reggae into the next century with the release of the extremely powerful "One Shirt."

Issued on Island Jamaica (one of the hottest labels in the industry), this disc is truly one of the most crucial releases by an unheralded group in recent memory.

The sound is crisp and clean with a modern roots feel as some of Jamaica's best producers and studios were utilized. The result is almost one hour of smooth, up-tempo reggae with a message.

Lead vocalist Keith Douglas has a captivating and emotional voice similar to that of the great Albert Griffiths from the Gladiators, and with harmony from Everton Thomas and Emilio Smiley, Foundation is destined to become one of reggae's top acts.

Highlights include "Set The People Free," "Africa," "Universal Unrest," "Struggling Man," "Fire Is Burning," "Friends" and the re-make of its late 80's track, "Beverly Hills," this time with DJ work by Prezident Brown.

Words alone can't stress what an excellent release this is. From the cool cover picture to the righteous lyrics and relentless, infectious rhythms, "One Shirt" deserves a place in every music fan's collection.






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