2007-01-12
Katchafire kicks off this album with a slow burning reggae tune that harkens the fuller ensembles of Mr. Bob Marley and the Wailers in their late 70's hey days. Solid rhythm and horn sections allow for some soulful simmerin'. Katchafire has a lot of love to give. Many of these odes are a hybrid of old school reggae, dub, and old school R&B. Some bonus tracks included with remixes from Mad Professor and Basscamp. This is a strong effort and definetely exhibits some quality new reggae, soaked in the 70's. Stand Out Tracks: I and I, Roots Music NO FCC Issues - Oliver
KARLEX
Ghetto Fabulous
Various Artists
Congotronics 2 – Buzz ‘N’ Rumble From the Urb ‘N’ Jungle
Rosa Passos
Amorosa
YOUSSOU N'DOUR
Rokka Mi Rokka (Give and Take)
OZOMATLI
Don’t Mess with the Dragon
SERGIO MENDES
BOM TEMPO BRASIL REMIXED
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