Protoje
re-establishing the standard for the decaying art of socially responsible, mentally stimulating lyricism.
Referring to his debut album, The Seven Year Itch, David Rodigan declared that he was “particularly impressed with the album,” which he thought was “very refreshing.” Rasta Love featuring Ky-Mani Marley was the first international hit, which has accrued over 10 million Youtube views.
Two years after the proverbial itch was scratched, he unveiled his sophomore album called The 8 Year Affair in February 2013. Within a week of its release, the Billboard-affiliated ‘Next Big Sound’ chart listed Protoje at #4. According to the official website, ‘Next Big Sound’ measures “the fastest accelerating artists across all major social music sites, statistically predicted to achieve future success.”
The 8 Year Affair also charted in the top 5 on the iTunes Reggae charts in the USA, UK, France, Germany, Spain and Switzerland. Protoje has toured extensively since 2010, gaining recognition every step of the way and admiration for his disciplined approach to his music career. Major performances include the Sierra Nevada World Music Festival in California, Summerjam in Germany and other festivals across Europe.
Protoje and The Indiggnation are coming to your nation, on a mission to bring Roots Rock Reggae’s message of uplifting consciousness to the world.