Nine years after it was formed, Canadian reggae band Memberz Syndicate is gearing up to release its debut album in October.

The 14-track album, which was produced by group member Roscoe Christie, will be preceded by a three-month tour across Canada to promote the project.

Memberz Syndicate comprises some of Toronto’s top musicians and reggae aficionados from varying ages and backgrounds who perform songs taking listeners on a journey through ska to dancehall, roots to rockers and reggae.

In an interview with Observer Online on Thursday, the band’s leader and spokesperson, Mavriq, shared that the album is completed, and the promotional machinery is already in place.

“We’re anticipating a warm reception in Canada and other parts of the world where good reggae music is appreciated when this album is released. Right now, we are putting the finishing touches on the album. We are also putting everything in place as it relates to PR and marketing for this project,” said Mavriq.

Two singles, namely Chains featuring St Ann-based artiste Zamunda and Set Me Free, are to be released ahead of the album.

“We’re very excited about these upcoming singles and the album. I visited Jamaica to promote Chains and Set Me Free. During my trip, I did several media interviews. I plan to return to Jamaica for some promotion in November because Jamaica is one of the most important markets for us to promote our music,” Mavriq disclosed.

Memberz Syndicate was founded in 2016 and comprises Roscoe Christie, Carlton Dinall, Mavriq, Gavin Williamson, Christopher Brophy, Charmazell Jorman and Paul Corby.

Some of the band’s previous releases include Kings Highway, Work It Out, What A Joy featuring Exco Levi and Addis Ababa.