High Tone, the renowned dub and ragga collective from Lyon, France, returns with their highly anticipated album "Time Has Come," released on March 1, 2019, under the Jarring Effects label. This 9-track journey is a testament to the group's evolution over two decades, blending urban dub and electronic sounds into a cohesive and captivating experience.
The album opens with the hypnotic "Over Your Mind" and takes you through a variety of moods and rhythms, from the introspective "Oh Why" featuring Yehaiyahan to the powerful "Babylon Empire." Each track is meticulously crafted, showcasing High Tone's signature sound and their ability to push the boundaries of dub and ragga.
"Time Has Come" is not just an album; it's a statement. Inspired by the private collection "Silencieux Corail" and the quote "Time has come to go out of your mind" by Timothy Leary, the album's artwork and music together create a vivid and immersive experience. The packaging, a standard cardboard digipak with a satin finish, adds a tactile element to the auditory journey.
Produced entirely by High Tone, the album was mixed by Brice Marin at JFX Studio in Lyon and mastered by Alex Psaroudakis. The result is a polished yet raw collection of tracks that highlights the group's creative void, the chaos, and the beauty of the human experience.
Whether you're a long-time fan or new to High Tone's music, "Time Has Come" offers a fresh and exciting exploration of dub and ragga, making it a standout addition to any music collection.
This LP is pressed on Red vinyl.
