Artist page · 07/07/2026
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10 vinyl releases including limited editions and reissues; collectible French pressings and new US editions.
Groundation is a US reggae band established in 1998, originating from Northern California’s Sonoma area. Their style fuses traditional roots reggae with jazz harmonies, reflecting the members’ jazz education. They have released a steady stream of albums including live recordings and dub versions, issued across labels such as Young Tree Records, Soulbeats Records, and Baco Records. Key figures include guitarist and vocalist Harrison Stafford and keyboardist Marcus Urani. Their vinyl releases often feature limited editions and reissues across France, the US, and Europe.
The band’s records vary from studio albums focusing on both vocal and dub styles to live session albums, with vinyl pressings widely distributed and tracked for collectors.
Discography
Studio albums, EPs and notable live records, from newest to oldest. Drag the timeline to browse.
Young Tree Records · 2025
Young Tree Records · 2024
Easy Star Records · 2023
Easy Star Records · 2022
Baco Records · 2020
Baco Records · 2018
Baco Records · 2018
Soulbeats Records · 2014
Soulbeats Records · 2012
Naïve · 2009
Young Tree Records · 2006
Young Tree Records · 2005
Young Tree Records · 2004
Young Tree Records · 2002
Young Tree Records · 1999
Soulbeats Records · Playlist
The tracks that sum up Groundation's career.
The essentials
Our pick, validated by the editorial team.
A seminal studio album recorded by Groundation, issued in France by Soulbeats Records with limited edition and reissue variants on vinyl.
Released on Baco Records, this album presents a mix of roots reggae with a focus on melodic vocals and instrumentation, essential for Groundation’s modern era.
A dub-focused album released in France, delivering instrumental and mixed dub versions that complement their vocal recordings and highlight the production depth.
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The band was formed by jazz musicians who met at Sonoma State University, blending roots reggae with jazz sensibilities.— Origin story
Groundation formed in Rohnert Park, California in 1998 by Harrison Stafford (guitar/vocals), Marcus Urani (keys/melodica), and Ryan Newman (bass), who met studying jazz at Sonoma State University.
In December 2001, Paul Spina replaced original drummer James Stafford. After a long US tour, Paul Spina left in 2008 and was succeeded by Te Kanawa Haereiti, who had played in the 2008 "Tribute to Bob Marley" tour.
The 2020 live album "The Next Generation Live" was issued on Baco Records with LP pressings released mainly in the UK & Europe, featuring 10 tracks performed live including "One But Ten" and "Warrior Blues."
"Dub Rock," a dub reggae album issued in 2024 by Young Tree Records on vinyl, includes 9 tracks such as "Ancient From" and "Vision For The Future." This is one of Groundation's newest studio albums with vinyl pressings available.
FAQ
The most common questions about pressings, reissues and limited editions.
Groundation was formed in 1998 in Rohnert Park, California by musicians studying jazz at Sonoma State University.
Groundation has 10 vinyl records available including 'Building An Ark', 'The Next Generation', and 'Dub Rock'. Many are limited editions or reissues.
The band's style primarily blends roots reggae with dub and jazz influences.
Groundation's vinyl albums are released on labels like Young Tree Records, Soulbeats Records, and Baco Records.
Yes, many of Groundation's key albums such as 'Each One Dub One' and 'The Next Generation' have original pressings issued in France by Baco Records.
The founding members studied jazz, which influences their melodic, harmonic, and instrumental approach in their reggae sound.
Popular tracks include 'Jah Jah Know', 'Babylon Rule Dem' and 'Picture On The Wall', well suited for vinyl listening.
New vinyl releases often appear on labels such as Soulbeats and Young Tree Records with online availability worldwide.
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