Y-Bayani and Baby Naa & their Band of Enlightenment Reason and Love - Nsie Nsie

Nsie Nsie presents a distinctive Ghanaian interpretation of roots reggae from Y-Bayani and Baby Naa & their Band of Enlightenment, Reason and Love. The two vocalists are backed by a richly arranged ensemble whose sound connects reggae rhythm with West African musical character.

The nine-song album moves between what the label describes as afro-retro and afro-futurist approaches. Tracks such as Nsie Nsie and Get Away lean toward a warmer roots sensibility, while Asafo Weyasi and Zooba Maka push the arrangements into more unusual territory.

The band features drummer Josie Coppola, whose credits include work with reggae artists including Gentleman, Junior Kelly and Alborosie. Production comes from Maxy Weissenfeldt of Poets of Rhythm and Whitefield Brothers, bringing a detailed, cinematic quality to the sessions.

Released by Philophon, Nsie Nsie is a strong fit for collections spanning roots reggae, Ghanaian music and adventurous contemporary African recordings.