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 - OliverHorseman
Dawn of the Dread
GIPSY KINGS
Pasajero
SHAWN LEE'S PING PONG ORCHESTRA
World of Funk
LADYSMITH BLACK MAMBAZO
Ilembe - Honoring Shaka Zulu
LOS CENZONTLES WITH DAVID HIDALGO & TAJ MAHAL
American Horizon
Toto Bona Lukua
Toto Bona Lukua
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