Ras Cricket

Ras Cricket, born Daniel Manderson, is a key figure in Sweden's vibrant reggae and dancehall scene, blending Caribbean rhythms with sharp Swedish lyricism. As a member of the influential group Svenska Akademien, he's helped shape Nordic roots music since the early 2000s, often weaving social commentary and political fire into his tracks. His solo work – like the anthemic "Upp till kamp" (Up for Fight) and introspective "Min Tid" (My Time) – keeps one foot in dubby grooves and the other in Scandinavian reality, tackling everything from love struggles to societal inequality. Recent releases like "Kärlek & Molotovs del1" (Love & Molotovs Part 1) and "Svensk Reggae Dubplate" showcase his signature mix of dancehall energy and Swedish-language storytelling, cementing his role as both a reggae ambassador and a vocal chronicler of his homeland's cultural shifts.