Friday, August 31, 2018

Stephen Marley - Revelation Pt.1 - The Root Of Life

This is a good album better than I expected, its very similar to Exodus era Bob Marley and the Wailers, because it has similar vocals and organ parts. Bob Marley's influence has definitely rubbed off on his family, this is a modern take on the traditional reggae and Rastafarian sound, and the Rastafarians believe Haile Selassie, former emperor of Ethiopia is the re-incarnation of Jesus Christ. ''Rastafari is defiance of Babylon, sometimes also called Rome — in part because of the 1935 Italian invasion of Ethiopia, then ruled by Rastafari's 'Living God,' Haile Selassie I, and partly because as the head of the Roman Catholic church (the Pope) is considered an opponent of Selassie I and Rastafari.'' - Wikipedia. Rastafarians also believe that the process of smoking marijuana gives the smoker greater wisdom and understanding of the world around them, and they refer to a sacred holy text called the Holy Piby, which was banned in Jamaica in the 1920s.
 Highlights include the first track ''Made In Africa'' which offers a rich deep insight into the history of Africa in dialogue and ''Tight Ship'', because it sounds like ''Guiltiness'' which is arguably Bob Marley and the Wailers finest piece of music from their trademark album Exodus, and to sound like some of the pivotal reggae is a good thing.

Tuesday, August 28, 2018

Mista Savona Presents - Havana Meets Kingston

Juicy music from the Melbourne based musician teaming up with Cornell Campbell among others to deliver a fusion of Cuban and Jamaican vibes which truly asserts it to be one of the current reggae leaders in Oceania. Highlights include the tracks ''100 Pounds Of Collie'', "Chan Chan'' and ''Vibracion Positive''. This is truly a great album from talented musicians that will incite the senses of rhythm. 

Saturday, August 25, 2018

Lee ''Scratch'' Perry & Dub Syndicate - Time Boom X De Devil Dead

The classic album from this musical genius, Lee ''Scratch'' Perry which features the brilliant mesmerising track, "Jungle''. This album was released in 1987 and is still refreshing mainly because ''Scratch'' and his music is so unique, everything he touches is instantly recognisable and he has the magic touch, partly due to his style is swampy and murky, with delay and groove with infinite reverb. It stands out and is superior to his peers because of his colour and vibrancy, essentially there is a lot going on in his music.

Tuesday, August 21, 2018

Lucky Dube - House Of Exile

This is a classic album including classic track ''House Of Exile''. His live sets were incredible. He hails from South Africa and was actually murdered by hoodlums.

The Upsetters - Super Ape

All time classic. Including on this release is the best cover art ever on an album from any genre. This is probably The Upsetters at their very best and a totally great. Check out the track ''Dread Lion''.

Various Artists - The Harder They Come

All time classic album. Nothing comes close to The Slickers ghetto anthem ''Johnny Too Bad'' and its incredible organ and rhythm. The lyrics ''Walking down the road, with a pistol on your waist'' are grand. 

The Congos - Feast

This band has not lost it. They still have the magic in 2006. This band made their trademark sound on their classic Heart of the Congos album. They remain the same creative and seductive best.