What is the best Steel Pulse album of all time?

From their electrifying Handsworth debut to Grammy-winning comebacks, their catalog tackles racism, injustice, and Rastafari spirituality with a passion that has never dimmed. Which era defines them? Cast your vote!

1

Handsworth Revolution

The 1978 debut classic from Birmingham addressing racism and inequality in Britain, a UK reggae landmark.

2

True Democracy

The 1982 Grammy-nominated political roots album with a harder edge and sophisticated production.

3

Tribute to the Martyrs

The 1979 sophomore album honouring freedom fighters from Malcolm X to Steve Biko with righteous reggae.

4

Earth Crisis

The 1984 Grammy-winning album that became their commercial breakthrough in the United States.

5

Babylon the Bandit

The 1985 album continuing their Grammy success with a more polished pop-reggae sound.

6

African Holocaust

The 2004 return to form tackling post-9/11 politics and global injustice with passionate reggae.

7

Mass Manipulation

The 2019 Grammy-winning comeback album, their first in 15 years, addressing systemic racism and social media.

8

Caught You

The 1980 album also known as Reggae Fever in the US, a transitional work bridging UK roots and international appeal.