Protoje A Matter of Time
A Matter of Time isn't just a sequel to the breakthrough Ancient Future; it's a level-up that saw Protoje pushing the "Reggae Revival" into uncharted waters. Re-teaming with producer Winta James, the duo crafted a sound that feels cinematic in scope—opening with the sweeping strings of "Flames" before diving into a heavy, genre-bending fusion of roots, hip-hop, and jazz. It's a record that sounds like it was scored for a film that hasn't been made yet, earning praise from Rolling Stone and Billboard for balancing "ambition and tradition" without ever losing the groove.
At its heart, the album is a sharp, conscious look at the world, with Protoje delivering some of his most biting social commentary to date. Tracks like "Blood Money" became instant anthems in Jamaica, calling out corruption with a fearlessness that recalls the genre's golden era, while "Truths & Rights" (feat. Mortimer) demands integrity in an era of shortcuts. But the album breathes, too—sliding effortlessly into the late-night, smoked-out groove of "Bout Noon" and the pensive "No Guarantee" with Chronixx. Earning a Grammy nomination for Best Reggae Album, this project cemented Protoje as a global visionary, proving that reggae can remain deeply rooted while still breaking every rule in the book.
