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Black Uhuru - Red .gif) By Jeff Grubb
Reggae music just does not get much better than this. Red
features bedrock vibrating bass lines, massive chunky rhythms, and some of
Michael Rose and Duckie Simpson's most crucial lyrics. The Sly and Robbie
production shapes a solid foundation over which the voices of Rose,
Simpson, and Puma romp, implore, and call down brimstone and fire. They
sing of militancy in "Youth of Eglington" and of adversity
building character in "Sponji Reggae"; of enduring backbreaking
work in "Rockstone" and of the simple joy of hearing a voice
that you can relate to in "Utterance." This is music with a
serious edge that deals with the downtrodden, the dispossessed, and the
exploited. But Black Uhuru also know how to play, to bring joy and
respect, and to lift the spirit. It is a tough balance to maintain, but on
Red, the group is more than equal to the task.
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| 1. Youth of Eglington | 5. Utterance | | 2. Sponji Reggae | 6. Puff She Puff | | 3. Sistren | 7. Rockstone | | 4. Journey | 8. Carbine |
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""Red" is probably the best reggae album produced in the 80`s. Tracks like "sponji reggae" and "Utterance" capture the essence of weathering the rumbles of an oppressive or otherwise dfficult life and keeping your head up. "As for the easy tempo "carbine" and thumping bass of "youths of eglington" Never before has such militant sound been so easy to skank to. "Red" is a awesome sample of what reggae is all about." --Skanky |
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Looking for a rare import-only single, a gold record, world tour book, hard to find magazine, an autographed guitar, or simply this CD? You'll find them at eBay!
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|  | Artist: Black Uhuru
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| | Released: January 5, 1981
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