Meta and The Cornerstones - Echoes of Time (12″ vinyl album, 33 rpm)
The international reggae band Meta and The Cornerstones releases its fifth studio album, Echoes of Time, recorded at the legendary Real World Studios in Wiltshire, United Kingdom, the iconic studio founded by Peter Gabriel. This thoughtful and introspective project brings together the stories and sounds of their recent singles into a cohesive and fully realized album.
At the heart of Echoes of Time lies the idea of awareness. The album does not attempt to solve the contradictions of the world, but rather to observe them — exploring the tensions between past and present, memory and reality, connection and disconnection. Singer and songwriter Meta Dia reflects on deeply personal moments related to love, identity, and belonging, while expanding his perspective toward humanity and the modern world.
Musically, the album is built on the heavy and steady rhythms of classic roots reggae while opening itself to a broader global dimension. Influences of afrobeat, soul, and hip-hop are naturally woven throughout the tracks. Some songs feel warm and uplifting, while others are more urgent and sharp, creating a smooth, rich, and carefully crafted listening experience.
“Echoes of Time is ultimately about paying attention,” explains Meta Dia. “We live in a time where everything moves fast, but not everything truly progresses. There is beauty in the world, yet we also keep repeating the same patterns. This album speaks about those observations, those questions, and the way we move forward with greater awareness.”
Rather than telling a linear story, the album unfolds as a collection of moments. From the contemplative softness of Tropics, to the sincere reflections of Just for the Soil, and the emotional depth of Ayee, each track offers a different perspective. At its center, the title track Echoes of Time ties the entire work together.
Echoes of Time is more than just an album: it is a body of work that invites reflection without forcing conclusions. It encourages listeners to observe, question, and recognize their place within the flow of moments surrounding us.
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The international reggae band Meta and The Cornerstones releases its fifth studio album, Echoes of Time, recorded at the legendary Real World Studios in Wiltshire, United Kingdom, the iconic studio founded by Peter Gabriel. This thoughtful and introspective project brings together the stories and sounds of their recent singles into a cohesive and fully realized album.
At the heart of Echoes of Time lies the idea of awareness. The album does not attempt to solve the contradictions of the world, but rather to observe them — exploring the tensions between past and present, memory and reality, connection and disconnection. Singer and songwriter Meta Dia reflects on deeply personal moments related to love, identity, and belonging, while expanding his perspective toward humanity and the modern world.
Musically, the album is built on the heavy and steady rhythms of classic roots reggae while opening itself to a broader global dimension. Influences of afrobeat, soul, and hip-hop are naturally woven throughout the tracks. Some songs feel warm and uplifting, while others are more urgent and sharp, creating a smooth, rich, and carefully crafted listening experience.
“Echoes of Time is ultimately about paying attention,” explains Meta Dia. “We live in a time where everything moves fast, but not everything truly progresses. There is beauty in the world, yet we also keep repeating the same patterns. This album speaks about those observations, those questions, and the way we move forward with greater awareness.”
Rather than telling a linear story, the album unfolds as a collection of moments. From the contemplative softness of Tropics, to the sincere reflections of Just for the Soil, and the emotional depth of Ayee, each track offers a different perspective. At its center, the title track Echoes of Time ties the entire work together.
Echoes of Time is more than just an album: it is a body of work that invites reflection without forcing conclusions. It encourages listeners to observe, question, and recognize their place within the flow of moments surrounding us.