What is the best reggae band of all time?

Reggae emerged from Jamaica in the late 1960s and quickly became one of the most influential musical forces in the world, carrying messages of resistance, spirituality, and love to every corner of the globe. From the foundational legends of Kingston to the British bands who carried the torch across the Atlantic, these artists defined a genre that still resonates decades later. Cast your vote for the reggae band that left the deepest mark on music history.

1

Bob Marley & The Wailers

The legendary reggae band led by Bob Marley, pioneers of reggae's worldwide popularity

2

Toots and the Maytals

Jamaican ska and reggae band fronted by Toots Hibbert, known for "Pressure Drop"

3

Burning Spear

Roots reggae artist Winston Rodney, known for deeply spiritual and politically charged music

4

Steel Pulse

British reggae band from Birmingham, known for conscious lyrics and political commentary

5

Third World

Jamaican reggae band known for blending reggae with pop and R&B elements

6

Inner Circle

Jamaican reggae band famous for "Bad Boys" and "Sweat (A La La La La Long)"

7

Culture

Roots reggae group led by Joseph Hill, known for "Two Sevens Clash"

8

Israel Vibration

Jamaican reggae trio known for roots and conscious reggae music

9

Misty in Roots

British roots reggae band, pioneers of UK reggae scene

10

Black Uhuru

Grammy-winning reggae group known for their heavy militant sound

11

Groundation

American roots reggae band with jazz influences

12

Morgan Heritage

Jamaican reggae family band, Grammy winners for conscious reggae

13

Sly & Robbie

Legendary Jamaican rhythm duo who played on countless reggae recordings

14

The Skatalites

Jamaican ska and reggae band, foundational to the development of ska

15

Aswad

British reggae band known for hits like "Don't Turn Around"