Infinite Quality –Midnite
       
Hailing from the Island of St Croix, Midnite is one of the most promising roots reggae bands of the millennium. Many answers to world troubles are cryptically placed in Midnite’s steadfast, strong lyrical content deleiverd by smooth and simple melodies. Lead singer Vaughn Benjamin’s angelic voice is an amalgamation of expressions in music. His soulful chanting and raspy voice mellows can into a sweet and sincere experience. The message is clearly Rastafarian and their devotion to spreading that message is inspirational. Vaughn delves deep into subjects that are relevant to these times by addressing distinct social problems of today, while decoding ancient philosophies from the past. To complete their enigmatic formula and keep a harmonious weave in their music, Midnite encompasses a heavy use of drum and bass patterns that are reminiscent of the 70’s classic roots period of Jamaican reggae. Midnite does not play by the rules, hence, they are setting a new standard in reggae music.

They have achieved an extensive catalog of albums, and a fan base that continues to grow and expand worldwide. Midnite has become notorious for their live performances, with sets that often exceed three hours. A vigorous and intense sound creates a vibe that penetrates straight to the heart. These epic musical communions have earned Midnite an enormous following throughout the roots reggae community. Midnite’s spiritually connected delivery on stage and in their recordings are exactly what fans respond to, in perilous and joyous times alike.

“Infinite Quality” features a powerful combination of Vaughn Benjamin’s searing lyrics, with the cutting edge productions of Lustre Kings’ producer, Digital Ancient (Andrew “Moon” Bain”). Responsible for coordinating the majority of the musical arrangement and production on this record, ‘Moon’ draws from a diverse musical background to create a sound unprecedented in Midnite’s vast catalogue. There is additional production from LK’s colleagues: I Grade Records, Zion High,  Diego ‘Fuego’ Campo (Noble Society) and Nick Fantastic (Hard Times Riddim). This wide-range of musical contribution combined with Vaughn’s potent lyrical style has lead to “Infinite Quality.” This impressive and unforgettable album is one of a kind in reggae music today. It incorporates seasoned reggae musicians such as Tony Ruption of Third World, Wadi Gad, Dean Pond and the legendary Basil ‘Benbo’ Creary. Equipped with live strings and horn lines all beautifully arranged throughout the album. With genre styles ranging from roots, dancehall to hip-hop, “Infinite Quality” is an album for the ages. 

1.	Dew
2.	Right Away
3.	Infinite Quality
4.	Dem A Wonder
5.	Mic Row Assemble
6.	Reala Law
7.	Attacking the Doves
8.	More Love
9.	 Forgiven
10.	 Grounds
11.	 Lose Everything
12.	 Frequency
13.	Stay With His Majesty (with Lutan Fyah)
14.	Hymns
15.	Before David
16.	Dominion
17.	Provide
18.	Heal Yourself 


18 Heal Yourself

Dub mix of "Mongst I&I" - the first single off of Kings Bell (11.1.11 release).  Look out for Kings Bell in Dub soon!  

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LK chief chanter Jahdan Blakkamoore, teams up with living reggae legend Akae Beka on this important call to rally and global awareness. Earth Cry pays homage to the struggles and survivors of many recent natural disasters throughout the Caribbean and beyond. This Zion I Kings produced track is a haunting banger, unique and solid. The composition originally tracked with a live baby grand piano, Hammond Organ, live drums, bass and guitars all through a vintage Neve console at Brooklyn, NY’s own Virtue and Vice studio in Fort Greene.
Akae Beka is the current manifestation of an evolving consciousness. Following a quarter of a century as lead singer and co-founder for the legendary, St. Croix-based band, Midnite, Vaughn Benjamin. His signature voice and edifying poetry grace an incredibly vast catalog of recordings as “Midnite”. Vaughn’s new revelation as The Akae Beka has quickly gained traction, already releasing 6 albums since 2015 and beginning to echo the world over in reggae music.
Highlighted on this release is the modern roots master, I Grade Dub. Laurent “Tippy” Alfred, a.k.a., I Grade Dub, delivers a high quality dub mix of the song in classic Jamaican dub style, driving and psychedelic, this track goes beyond the normal “B-Side” of a reggae record, giving disc jockey’s world over a chance to trance out on the riddim with select vocal drops and dub effects.

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