Name: A Matter Of Time
Brand: Protoje

Bonus disc

Bonus disc: No

Catalogue number

mrblp176

{"blocks": [{"data": {"text": "mrblp176"}, "type": "paragraph"}]}

Colour

Colour details

Discogs ID

Format multiplier

Download code

Download code: No

Rough Trade Exclusive

Rough Trade Exclusive: No

Extended format

Extended format: No

Format detail

Standard Vinyl housed in Gatefold Sleeve - No Download.

Format Music GB

Limited edition

Release date

2018-07-20

Signed copies

Signed copies: No

Supplier GB

Proper

Tax rate GB

Standard:20

UPC / Barcode

7119691253114

{"blocks": [{"data": {"text": "7119691253114"}, "type": "paragraph"}]}

Total Cap

1 / Extended format: No / LP / Rough Trade Exclusive: No / Signed copies: No

mrbcd176

{"blocks": [{"data": {"text": "mrbcd176"}, "type": "paragraph"}]}

Housed in Fold Out Digi Sleeve with 24 Page Booklet.

2018-07-06

7119691253022

{"blocks": [{"data": {"text": "7119691253022"}, "type": "paragraph"}]}

1 / CD / Extended format: No / Rough Trade Exclusive: No / Signed copies: No

Artist

Protoje

Genre GB

Reggae / Dub

Label GB

Mr Bongo

Mr Bongo is a British label that was founded in 1989. Originally located in a small record shop of the same name, it later moved to various locations in Soho and Shibuya, Japan. In 1999, the label's office was relocated to Brighton and its London & Shibuya shops were closed in 2003. However, a new shop was opened in Brighton in 2016. Since 2004, Mr Bongo has expanded into the world of cinema and also has a publishing division that produces and licenses music for third parties.
The label's rich history and diverse range of music make it an influential player in the industry. With its extensive catalog and commitment to quality, Mr Bongo continues to be at the forefront of discovering new talent and delivering exceptional music experiences.
Label Code: LC 12527

Protoje is a Jamaican reggae artist known for his captivating performances with his band, The IN-DIGG-NĀ-SHƏN (The Indiggnation). He comes from a talented musical lineage, being the son of Lorna Bennett and Barry O'Hare, as well as the cousin of Donovan Bennett. With his unique blend of reggae music, Protoje has established himself as an influential figure in the industry.
With roots deeply embedded in Jamaica's rich musical heritage, Protoje brings a fresh perspective to reggae music. His soulful vocals and thought-provoking lyrics resonate with audiences worldwide. Collaborating with renowned artists and producers, he continues to push boundaries and redefine the genre.
Through his powerful performances and socially conscious music, Protoje has gained international recognition and critical acclaim. His ability to effortlessly fuse traditional reggae sounds with contemporary influences sets him apart as a true visionary in the world of music.

A Matter Of Time is the follow-up to reggae superstar Protoje’s critically acclaimed 2015 full-length, Ancient Future. Always positive and politically conscious, A Matter Of Time sees Protoje again working with producer Winta James and includes two new collaborations with Chronixx, as well as recently released hit singles Blood Money, Truth and Rights and Bout Noon.

CD - Housed in Fold Out Digi Sleeve with 24 Page Booklet.

LP - Standard Vinyl housed in Gatefold Sleeve - No Download.

Curious to know more about the album, we asked the contemporary reggae star if he'd tell us a little more about a few selected tracks off A Matter Of Time, the ideas behind them, how they came together and what he thinks of them now they're finished.

Flames as the introduction, I did it to be very aggressive in the way I approached the verses and everything. For the chorus I needed it to be lifted and thats where Chronixx came in, he heard the instrumental and loved it as well. We just knew it would’ve been something really special and now as time goes along, the song will really grow a lot. I’m not ready to put it as a single yet but soon enough.

Blood Money is like a crucial part of my catalogue and its a song that is part of the culture now. When people in Jamaica see something corrupt or see politicians or businessmen who do something illegitimate, they always say ‘blood money run the nation’, its just part of the dialect now and very important song for the culture on the album.

Like This is one of the first songs I wrote for the album. I started with the drum machines and the progression and you know, its a song that everybody can sing along to and find some meaning within it. Its talking about understanding and compassion and its a song that does well live, I love performing it. I love the first verse too ‘Have no idea what you facing, but on some plane we all go through the same thing’, its just speaking about us really understanding that we are out here trying our best - that song speaks about forgiveness as well. I love to listen to it, it reminds me how I should think about things.

Bout Noon, there’s no song on the album I like listening to as much as Bout Noon. If you ask me to play a song from my catalogue, Im going to play Bout Noon. I love hearing it, I love hearing how I sound, the beat, the flow, the pattern, the style; I think that may be my favourite song on the album, I’m just finding out that now.

No Guarantee is a song that gives me so much feeling - it inspires me, it lifts my mood when I’m feeling down - it really just gives me confidence in what Im doing and I hope it inspires people the same way. The way Chronixx sings the chorus too, in that falsetto, in that haunting tone, just gives the song a lot of character. I just love the overall songwriting, the way I put the verses together and second verse is just so crazy too you know, its a vibes.