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FREE MAN was nominated for the 2004 Grammy Award for Best Reggae Album.
For decades, Burning Spear (aka Winston Rodney) has continued turning out the kind of quality roots reggae that so many die-hards feared had died out in the face of dancehall's popularity. Rooted in Spear's Rastafari faith, the dozen songs on this 2003 outing, released on Spear's own label, are the kind of crisp fare that Bob Marley might have been recording had he made it to the 21st century. A crack band featuring notable session cats Leroy "Horse Mouth" Wallace and Uzziah "Sticky" Thompson breathes life into these gems that address religion ("Hey Dready"), better times in the past ("Old School"), and social justice ("Changes"). Riding on a wave of crisp horn arrangements and crack rhythms, Spear uses "Not Guilty" to get his licks in for heroes like Marcus Garvey, Malcolm X, and Martin Luther King. FREE MAN is yet another successful instance of Burning Spear doling out the kind of quality fare that almost made reggae the next big American movement in the late '70s.
Personnel: Burning Spear (vocals, percussion); Ian Coleman (guitar, bass guitar); Leebert Thompson, Robert Browne (guitar); Everton Gayle (saxophone); Chico Chin (trumpet); Barry Bailey (trombone); Stephan Stewart (keyboards); Chris Meredit (bass guitar); Leroy "Horsemouth" Wallace, Shawn "Mark" Dawson, Dillon White (drums); Christopher Burth, Uziah "Sticky" Thompson (percussion).Rolling Stone (07/24/03, p.90) - 3 stars out of 5 - "...This reggae pioneer can still deliver roots reggae that works up a sense of political urgency while maintaining a muscular, good-timey groove..."
Vibe (08/03, p.156) - 3.5 discs out of 5 - "...Spear's minimalist message music lets the riddim move, the body dance, and the mind soar." Burning Spear Freeman Songs Purchase Freeman CD To buy, Click on price to add to cart | Bob Marley Catch A Fire: Deluxe Edition CDs (1973) Remastered; Deluxe Edition
Freeman album
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It is nearly impossible to imagine a time when reggae was not part of the cultural currency. Though Bob Marley and the Wailers cannot be said to have invented the style, they certainly brought it to the world stage, and this album was the torch that lit the way. CATCH A FIRE hit with the force of a revelation when it was released in 1973, and though Chris Blackwell tailored its sound with a rock audience in mind, the album was still unlike anything that had ever come down the pike. Ironically, even given its relatively full production ...
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Freeman CD music
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Contains an untitled hidden track following "A Good Man Is Hard To Find".
Like the simultaneously released ALICE, BLOOD MONEY features songs written for a Robert Wilson play. That's pretty much where the similarity ends; ...
| | Morgan Heritage Three In One CD (2003)
Freeman music CDs
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| | Culture World Peace CD (2003)
Freeman songs
$14.29
While Culture has made a handful of truly outstanding albums over the course of its 27-year career, it has always had a little bit of trouble emerging from the shadow of Two Sevens Clash, its epoch-making sophomore album from 1977 (even the press materials for World Peace start out with a mention of that album). So the question about World Peace, as it has been with every album since Two Sevens Clash, is: how does it measure up? And the answer is: better than any album the band has recorded in a decade. It's hard to know just what has invigorated the aging Joseph Hill, but he is singing ...
| | Luciano Tell It From The Heart CD (2003)
Freeman album
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Luciano has become a big enough name by this point, that when it's time for him to record a new album, he has little trouble attracting A-list guests and studio musicians. In this case, these include the legendary drummer Sly Dunbar, ...
| | North Mississippi Allstars Electric Blue Watermelon CD (2005)
Freeman CD music
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Freeman music CDs
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After the exuberance of Dub 56, and its thrill-packed follow- up Hard Band for Dead, those expecting yet another high octane set from the Toasters were in for a surprise. The band had taken this opportunity to downshift a gear, further hone their songwriting, and offer up a new, more mature sound. There's a bit of a muted quality to the entire set, which may be a reflection of the mix and production, but more likely reflects the band's own tight rein. Case in point is "Weekend in L.A." The original, which featured on the band's Skaboom! album, had a sense of wild abandon, the recut here may be light speeds faster, but remains closely corralled. It all feels slightly pinched, like a too-tight corset, or a simmering pot readying to boil over. And that tension is reflected in many of the lyrics -- the aggression of "Devil and a .45," the up-yours attitude of the title track, the betrayal in "Everything You Said ...
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Freeman songs
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Freeman album
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Freeman CD music
$15.19
| | Billy K Forever Free CD (2007)
Freeman music CDs
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| | Sinne Eeg Waiting For Dawn CD (2007) Import
Freeman songs
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| | Pancadao Do Caldeirao 2008 CD (2008) (Import)
Freeman album
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Freeman CD music
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| | Crossblood Faith CD (2008)
Freeman music CDs
$16.39
Working in the vineyard of souls for the Lord takes dedication and patience... but the rewards are immense. As 'Crossblood' works where the spirit leads, they leave humans in a changed state. Prison ministries, Youth Gatherings, Praise & Worship festivals, they let the Holy Spirit lead them into the songs that hungry souls need to hear. An all-star, international line-up consisting of Irish, English, American, Russian and Serbian musicians and most of all, Christians who find making music their common communion. We hope you enjoy the collection and are blessed by this music for many years to come.Here's what's in the collection: "Feel the Love"... the promised gift of the resurrection. Mark sings"Walkin' the Talk"... can you stick to your word? even when it's easier to compromise? Mark on vocals"What's Mine is Yours"... sharing, caring and everybody fairing... it's not socialistic, it's just being a good Christian. Mark again."Lord oh Lord"... ever have one of those vivid dream/visions of things to come... and you get religion real fast? Mark sings."I'm Trusting You"... just who and why we trust each and every day. Tomas on vocals. "Angel of Death"... got to be one of worst jobs in the universe... made by god to go and punish the wicked. Mark again."What Would Jesus Do"... sometimes the most complex blessings are bound up in simple things. Mark on vocals."If Jesus Wore Shoulder Pads"... perhaps the Saviour would be ...
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