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2025-04-22 02:45:30
Vaughn Benjamin and Akae Beka are must-listen artists for anyone into deep, spiritual, and conscious reggae. Vaughn Benjamin, the late frontman of Midnite and later Akae Beka, delivered some of the most profound lyrics in reggae history—blending Rastafarian wisdom, African spirituality, and social commentary with powerful, meditative rhythms.
Essential Albums to Start With:
Midnite Era:
1. Unpolished (1997) – Raw, deep roots reggae, pure mysticism.
2. Ras Mek Peace (1999) – Classic conscious reggae vibes.
3. Jubilees of Zion (2002) – Heavy bass, powerful lyrics.
4. Rule the Time (2007) – Philosophical and introspective.
5. Kings Bell (2011) – Produced by Andrew Bassie Campbell, more polished sound.
Akae Beka Era:
1. Homage to the Land (2015) – First album under the Akae Beka name.
2. Portals (2016) – Deep spirituality meets next-level production.
3. Hail the King (2018) – Highly meditative, powerful lyricism.
4. Topaz (2019) – Smooth, jazzy elements with conscious lyrics.
5. Mehta (2020) – Final album before his passing, timeless wisdom.
Why Listen?
•Lyrics full of biblical, Ethiopian, and Pan-African wisdom.
• Raises awareness about global struggles.
• Vaughn’s chanting delivery is hypnotic and powerful.
• Music for deep thinking and personal growth.
If you like reggae that feeds the mind and soul, Akae Beka and Midnite are next-level.