TOOTS AND THE MAYTALS - THIS IS CRUCIAL REGGAE
Toots and the Maytals "This is Crucial Reggae" Album Review
Nice compilation for the casual reggae fan
There seem to be a LOT of compilations for this essential reggae band, most of them with good reviews. I have no idea how this one stacks up in comparison, but I can say this: 12 great tracks at less than a buck a track means this is a nice find for the more casual fan who just wants the essentials for a great price.
Plus you get the killer original of "Pressure Drop," best known to Rock fans from The Clash's equally killer cover version.
This whole "Crucial Reggae" series seems to be worth checking out for a nice affordable overview of great Reggae artists. I intend to pick up a few more. There's a CD-ROM bonus track too.
MR VEGAS - PULL UP
Mr Vegas "Pull Up" Album Review
Loving it!
This is the perfect pre-party CD. Pull up, Tamale, and Like That (i could be wrong on the title but its about a motorcycle.) The song with Foxy is off the chain too. Kevin Little, Beenie Man are also on par with this CD.
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mr vegas - pull up
CHRISTOPHER PLAZA PERREIRA - CONGREGATION
Christopher Plaza Perreira "Congregation" Album Review
Reggae Music, with extra instruments. special guest appearance by Herb Daly
Reggae Music,with REAL instruments such as Piano, Clavinet, Organ, Horns;recorded at Wally Sound on 2 inch Ampex tape old school style. Very warm with Excellent vocals and a special guest appearance by Herb Daly of the Rastafarians. Of Christopher Plaza three CD's available on Amazon, this is is most recent one. The CD was recorded in 2005.
inspired by the spirit of reggae music since early childhood, Christopher Plaza Perreira began playing a variety of keyboards at the age of twelve. His mentors have included the world-renowned jazz pianist Martin Headman, master musician Danjuma Adamu from Nigeria, and his father, bandleader Michael Perreira (aka Ras Aloe). Some of the international artists Christopher has performed with include legendary Jamaican songwriter/vocalist Earl Zero, Ethiopian performer Isaac Haile Selassie, and Paolos and the Habesha from Eritrea. For five years Chris was keyboardist for Danjuma Adamu's West African high-life and Afro-beat touring and recording band Kosono, and also did a stint with the popular Bay Area hip-hop group Triplex. At the age of 23, Christopher has already recorded two cds under his own name. "Don't Worry Mama," released in June 2002 with the help of Danjuma Adamu, is a rich and pungent blend of reggae and West African flavors; his most recent offering, "Mr. President," is a sharp criticism of current politicians and a return to roots reggae. Both albums demonstrate Chris's musical versatility as well as his outstanding songwriting and vocal skills.Always striving for excellence, Chris studied with jazz great Ray Brown and currently lives in Brooklyn, New York.
chris@congregationband.com
BOB MARLEY - RARITIES
Bob Marley "Rarities" Album Review
It's Rare, It's Bob, It's Alright!!
Rare bob. Before Buffalo Soldier, but after Judge Not. Not for the casual fan. For the die hard on the other hand, it's a whole 'nother story! You won't be disappointed!
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