Don Hartley is a Jamaican-born, UK-based reggae artist known as the Rootsman of Gospel. His career began in 1990 with a Lovers Rock release and grew through influential collaborations with Manchester’s Nucleus Roots, where he delivered hard-hitting Roots Reggae singles. Raised in Rastafari and now rooted in Orthodox Christianity, Don brings Gospel Reggae to the forefront by blending uncompromising Roots rhythms with faith-driven lyrics. Grounded in Afro-Caribbean heritage, his songs call listeners to reflection and righteousness while staying true to the traditions of roots reggae. Don Hartley continues to release new music that bridges Roots and Gospel for today’s audiences.
