Culture – Cumbolo (VG+/VG) – LP, UK 1979

Cumbolo is an LP by Culture from 1979 released on the Front Line, Virgin label.

About this album

Cumbolo is a powerful roots reggae statement from Culture, led by Joseph Hill’s striking vocals and the group’s tight, harmony-rich delivery. Released in 1979, it followed the breakthrough success of Two Sevens Clash and continued Culture’s reputation for militant, spiritual songwriting rooted in Jamaica’s social realities. Built on lean rhythms, devotional intensity and songs such as “They Never Love In This Time” and “Poor Jah People”, the album captures the genre’s late-’70s force at full strength. Its blend of conscious lyrics and memorable hooks helped secure Culture’s standing as one of reggae’s essential voices.