Groundation feat. Alpha Blondy & Mykal Rose - The Youth [Official Video]

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Groundation returns with "The Youth", the powerful second single from our upcoming studio album Candle Burning—and this one is special. Featuring not one, but two reggae legends, Mykal Rose of Black Uhuru and Alpha Blondy, the African King of Reggae, alongside Groundation’s own Harrison Stafford.

This song is a reflection, a conversation with our younger selves. Looking back at our childhood, at the lessons we’ve learned, and calling out to today’s youth—urging them to seize this fleeting moment where their energy, strength, and possibilities are limitless. But as elders, we know… no matter what we say, the youth will never fully grasp how brief and precious this time truly is.

Musically, "The Youth" takes you on a journey, shifting through keys while riding the deep, infectious backbeat of Zach Morillo and the heavy groove of bassist Isaiah Palmer. The musicianship is next level, with soaring horn sections and mesmerizing piano melodies bringing the message to life.

???? The Video: A stunning blend of studio footage from ICP Studios in Brussels, Belgium, featuring Groundation hard at work, alongside Mykal Rose in Miami, Alpha Blondy in Africa, and Harrison in Jamaica. Woven throughout are moving images of children from around the world, perfectly illustrating the song’s message. Directed and mastered by Alex Brown from the BACO Records camp.

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Crédits
Musicians
Harrison Stafford - vocals, rhythm guitar, percussion
Alpha Blondy - vocals
Mykal Rose - vocals
Isaiah Palmer - bass, vocals
Zachary L. Morillo - drums, percussion
Pau Dangla Valls - keyboards
Eduardo gross - guitar
Roger Cox - saxophone
Jeff Cressman - trombone
Darren Johnston - trumpet
Thamar Williams - vocals, harmony vocals
Kerri-Ann Lewis - harmony vocals
Israel Arcanjo - percussions

Recorded at ICP Studio, Brussels Belgium
Recorded, Mixed and Mastered by Jim Fox
Composed by Harrison Stafford, Zachary L. Morillo, and Pau Dangla Valls
Words by Harrison Stafford / Alpha Blondy