Marcus Garvey

Honestly enjoyed this a lot! Would like to learn more

A great reggae project with some mega basslines and very catchy hooks

I always love a good reggae album, but on some of the more serious ones I always feel a little ignorant about what they’re always so mad about so this one was cool, but I feel like there was a lot going on that I don’t know about so.

Amazing. Perfect for a rainy day.

Reggae from an artist I was not familiar with. Enjoyed this with a little more Ska influence

I've never heard of Burning Spear before, but I've enjoyed getting to become more acquainted with reggae music through this list, so I was excited to give this a listen. This album was pretty ho-hum in my opinion, especially compared to the other reggae albums I've listened to on this list. By 'other reggae albums,' I mean 'the three Bob Marley albums,' but whatever. My favorite thing about reggae music is the radical lyrics, and this album started off really strong lyrically. I loved that the first few songs had a tone that was more reflective, and asked the listener to not forget the tragedies and racial traumas of the past. I thought it was a really effective way to start off the album. After those first few songs though, the I felt like the album lost its way lyrically, as it just didn't feel as powerful in its call to action. Musically, I thought this album wasn't nearly as good as its peers. One of the elements that I like the most in reggae music is the use of the clavinet, but I didn't think the clavinet usage on this album was that good. There was some nice flute playing on one of the songs (I'm too lazy to and figure out which one it was), but that was really the only thing that stood out to me musically. I didn't really enjoy this album much, and it was kind of a let down, especially for my 400th album.

Likeable reggae

Excellent reggae. The music has a rich, full sound. The backing vocals are soulful and the horn accents are wonderful. I’m loving the flutes too. Lots of little details in the mix make this good headphones music. The bass gets real deep too. I like how some of the more serious songs get into that low, almost bluesy territory. The beats can get kind of trancelike. There’s some great upbeat tunes too. It’s a perfect mix. The songs about Marcus Garvey made me curious and I did some reading about the man on Wikipedia. He seems like he was an interesting political figure with some bold (and also some decidedly not great) ideas.

The production is super crisp and a standout facet that I really enjoyed, but I'm so seldom blown away by a reggae album and this continues that. This is just my opinion, but if you think of music genres like "rock music uses around 10 different colors to paint rock pictures", or "blues music uses around 6 colors to paint blues pictures", I think of reggae as only using like 2 or 3 colors of paint. The things that define the sound of the genre end up limiting it too much. There's rarely any experimentation, or stretching or pushing of boundaries. If I read a description of an album here and it starts with "XYZ is the third album by reggae artist...", then that's it, I know what the sound will sound like, I know the slowest the songs will get, I know the fastest the songs will get, I know the chord variations that will be used, I have a good idea about the lyrical content. To me, that prediction and expectation just makes for kind of a bland experience. I'd be stupid to not admit that this could just be from me not hearing the right stuff. I mean, a band like Bad Brains exists, that combines early hardcore and reggae. That's sick! I'm not trying to be such a hater, but I want to be wowed. My quest will continue. In the meantime this is a 2 for me.

Great album. Very clear message and an epitome of reggae music

Of all days *today*, an acquaintance of mine told me about the time he had Burning Spears play a live show at the tail end of the nineties. The band had requested to eat McDonald's food. If they didn't have those burgers, they would simply refuse to play.  I'm not quite sure what I can do with this information, to be honest. It sure sounds a bit ridiculous when you take this memory into account and then listen to the *real* topical issues this album from the seventies deals with. All in all, *Marcus Garvey* is still a good reggae record. But since I still don't know why this app claims reggae is one of my favourite genres (whereas I'm only a casual fan of it), I'm gonna be a little severe about the album. Guess giving 5 stars to Bob Marley's *exodus* played a part in this. But that shouldn't be so pivotal.  So *now*,I just wanna know if the mentions of my supposed "favourite genres" change after today. 3/5 for the purposes of this list. 8/10 for more general purposes (5+3) Number of albums left to listen to: more than a half. Number of albums I'll keep in my own list: more than 300 Number of albums I *might* include : a quarter, approximately (including this one) Number of albums I won't include: more than a quarter.

Musically I feel like this could have used a little more flavor, but I can dig listening to a record with something to say + being exposed to a genre that's admittedly a total blind spot to me.

Nice but not something I think I would listen to outside of this project.

Burning Spear, big up, jah rastafari

Nice

The generator seems to think I hate reggae, because I gave the two Police records on this list one star. I’m just here today to state unequivocally: I don’t hate reggae. I just can’t stand The Police…and honestly, they aren’t even a reggae band. Thank you for your time.

Wasn't my cup of tea, but led me to learning who Marcus Garvey was and what an interesting guy.

Easy to listen to but not my typical genre

Sounds like reggae

Nice chill background music for working but wasn’t a huge standout for me

Was fine. Made me want to just listen to Marley though

Fun reggae album! I liked the drums and beats

Liked it but wouldn’t be able to differentiate it from any other decent reggae album. Probably would change if i was more familiar with reggae than just putting it on for vibes.

vibves

So, I pretty much hate reggae and consider Bob Marley some of the most aggravating artists I ever had the misfortune to hear. There's just something about the particular brand of off-beat that instantly sets me on edge. Surprisingly, I thought the opening track really wasn't that bad. But it was downhill from there, with the majority of the rest of the songs being nearly unbearable to me. Please just let me listen to the Spotify advertisements instead.

Good album.

I liked this reggae quite a bit, especially the first track.

More evidence that my life was missing a little sprinkle of reggae.

I don't mind it.

This started off ok, but after a while I had sort of grown weary of the sound. Not my favorite album from not my favorite genre.

Nice reggae record!

Reggae chill

It was okay

Well I’m not a reggae person at all, and most of it is annoying as hell, but this album was not too bad for what it is. I can definitely see that it was probably ahead of its time.

not much of a reggae guy. easy listening for sure but didn't find it very interesting.

pretty mellow classic reggae music. super slow tempo tracks that'll have you close your eyes and just nod along to. plenty of good messages too... but it's just another album i've listened to and can't write home too much about.

I really enjoyed this! Maybe I should listen to more Jamaican music...

Legal!

Not for me

Bro of bob marley is cool

It leaves me a bit cold. Probably best listened to lying on a boat in the Caribbean not on a cold dark night in Scotland

very laid back and somewhat mournful while also being chock-full of social commentary. Definitely hear the Marley influence (obvs) but feel like it's a little more mournful than the positivity you hear in a lot of other reggae.

It’s reggae, so if you’re into that I’m sure you know who this is. Not something I’d usually listen to but a nice change of pace. 2.3

This is the reggae I wish more people knew about.

Still not a reggae fan. But this was not as bad as I feared.

Great vibe, not a ton of songs I loved individually

There's a sort of foreign folk quality to this music, but much the same way that Europeans don't really understand American folk music, I don't really understand this music. A lot of it sounds really repetitive to me. I like a lot of the instrumentation, he's got an alright voice, but it just sort of drones on and on for me. Certainly don't hate, but other than the politics of it I don't have a lot to praise about it. I'm glad this was only 30 minutes, I don't think I could do much more than that.

Pretty great! I mellow out and zone out a bit, but solid listen

Reggae. Bastante rollo y monótono. Un 2.

Reggae. Fu. Un 3porque es corto.

Reggae is such a genre that never clicked for me. The previous reggae album on this list was not bad though and gave me high hopes for this one. It's just plain boring though.

It was pretty enjoyable. Didn’t blow me away. But fine.

better than most reggae, but personally the genre never clicked with me. I can appreciate what it does and it's message but I have no desire to ever listen to any of these songs again

Definitely a vibe! Glad to become familiar with it

This was quite good tbh. I liked how it mixed in social commentary and politics into the music. Speaking of politics, its namesake, Marcus Garvey has one of the wildest ideologies I've ever seen. Gets an extra half a star for that alone. One thing I didn't like is that the mixing seemed kinda bad in some places, but that's not a major issue here.

Great vibes, reggae is so good man. The instrumentals are really enjoyable as expected from a reggae album. The vocals are sometimes not really working for me though, which made some songs a bit more difficult to enjoy. Still a great listen with some important political messages. (Marcus Garvey's wiki page is goated btw, bro was insane. I'd suggest reading about him)

Reggae has never been a genre that I’ve spent any meaningful time with - so it’s hard for me to rate, because I don’t have much reference point. But it was an enjoyable listen, and I hope there’s more reggae to come so I can start to learn more about the genre. This is a rating I may look back on and want to change, but such is the nature of this project.

Damn I love all the grooves on this thing, I don't know if the songs were getting better as it went on or if i was just really getting into it. The production is great too, the horns, vocals, other instruments are just the right volume, and the basslines pop right in the center. As a big fan of the bass, i'm slowly learning that i've been missing out on reggae and dub music.

I love a bit of Ska and and a slice of reggae too. Interesting to read parts of this had been watered down but it doesn't sound too slick. Has all the ingredients I like so what else is there to say apart from what is there about this album that makes it stand out from the rest? I don't know.

Cool for reggae. Not for me. Not unpleasant

Not my style of music but can’t deny that there were some funky beats.

Reggae. Fu. Un 3porque es corto.

My understanding so far of the choices of albums that were selected for this list is that they were either influential in some genre or space, or they had some songs that became hits. But then there are some that don’t fit either bill. They just feel like they are being used to fill a gap of a genre that maybe isn’t represented very well on the list. Such is the case with this record. I will not claim to be a huge fan of reggae. Not one bit. It is a genre I truly never find myself listening to. But why waste a spot with an album like this, when you already have something like Exodus on here? It’s fucking Bob Marley. He represented reggae better than any other human who ever lived. I don’t hate this album. But let me put it out there that this is on here, and Discovery by Daft Punk isn’t. This represents the more chill side of reggae. And I just lost interest very quickly. All of the songs sound very similar. And although there is some underlying political messaging, this album doesn’t give me the desire to sit down and really dissect its meaning. This isn’t horrible. For a specific kind of person, like someone who enjoys reggae more than I do, this will probably hit in some way. Just not my thing.

My prior reggae experience is “The Harder They Come” soundtrack, Bob Marley’s “Legacy”, and a couple other pieces by people like Peter Tosh. It’s definitely a niche genre for me, but one I can appreciate, and occasionally enjoy. I wasn’t familiar with Burning Spear, but this is certainly reggae. I’d say generic reggae, but that sounds like a negative. Maybe definitive is a better word. It has the relaxed, laid back groove that defines the genre, the primary driver of the songs. That and the vocal stylings. All very good. That said, it also has the one downside of reggae: it can all sort of blend together. This is a solid offering, certainly worth the listen. There’s several standout songs, and all of it is good. This falls into the 3 to 4 range that is frightfully common as I go through the 1001 albums. I’ll round this one up, it is a refreshing change of pace, and a genre with which everybody should be familiar. 4/5

pretty chill. kinda boring tho

Started out thinking I might like this album but then just got bored

I’m not sure I could tell the difference between good and bad reggae. It’s all kind of the same thing. The flute adds a nice touch, but mostly I find it hard to listen to the same exact thing with almost no variation for 3-4 minutes. Some of the lyrics seemed poignant, but I largely struggled to make out what was being said.

The trance-like nature of the form speaking about human horrors in an almost matter-of-fact way somehow makes the horror more impactful. The musicianship is really good -- they're clearly good at their art.

I am no Reggae expert, but this was very enjoyable and obviously extremely authentic.

Has pointed political commentary ever gone down as smoothly as Burning Spear manages on their major label debut? That’s the enduring magic trick of great reggae: music and message are one, and that oneness is a beautiful thing. If songs like “Marcus Garvey” or “Slavery Days” were attempted in some other musical format, they’d be insufferable. Yet in the hands of Burning Spear, repeated spins reward even the casual listener. As expected, the groove is hypnotic, the mood serious but buoyant, the vocals earnest but easy, the lyrics a heady blend of protest, liberation, and Rastafari devotion. In the middle of the decade where reggae music broke wide open, becoming a global phenomenon, Burning Spear made their mark with a voice of urgency and eternity, sounding both of its time and fit for any era. Their message still sounds like it very much matters and their music still puts heads to nodding and bodies moving. That’s a rare feat, and that’s why this record has endured.

Still performing in 2023, this is the great third album by Burning Spear , aka Winston Rodney, from 1975. Backed by the 'Black Disciples', who include such luminaries as Sly and Robbie, Earl Chinna, Tyrone Downie and the, sadly, recently departed 'Familyman' Barrett, this is roots reggae at its finest. We'll worth 40 minutes of anyone's time!

not usually my type of stuff but it was good music and easy to get lost in

Lyrics: Burning Spear's lyrics in "Marcus Garvey" are deeply rooted in Rastafari and Pan-Africanism, reflecting the artist's commitment to social and political consciousness. The album takes its title from the iconic Jamaican National Hero Marcus Garvey, a key figure in the Rastafari movement. The lyrics often convey messages of resistance, empowerment, and unity. The poetic and metaphorical language used by Burning Spear enhances the album's lyrical depth, making it a timeless exploration of African identity and heritage. Pros: Poetic Depth: Burning Spear's lyricism goes beyond mere storytelling, delving into profound philosophical and spiritual themes. Political and Social Relevance: The album's focus on Garvey's philosophy and broader themes of self-determination and resistance adds a layer of social consciousness to the lyrics. Cons: Repetition: Some may argue that the repetitive nature of certain lyrics, a characteristic of reggae, might be a drawback for listeners seeking more varied content. Music: The musical arrangements in "Marcus Garvey" are a perfect embodiment of roots reggae. Burning Spear's vocal delivery is distinctive, characterized by his deep, resonant voice. The instrumentation, featuring traditional reggae elements such as skanking guitar, melodic basslines, and steady drumming, creates a foundation that complements the lyrical content. The album also features the famous group The Black Disciples as the backing band, adding to the authenticity of the sound. Pros: Authentic Reggae Sound: "Marcus Garvey" epitomizes the roots reggae genre, showcasing the quintessential elements of the genre with a raw and authentic feel. Vocal Delivery: Burning Spear's emotive and powerful vocal delivery adds an extra layer of authenticity and sincerity to the music. Cons: Limited Musical Experimentation: While the album excels in its chosen genre, some listeners might wish for more experimentation in terms of musical styles and arrangements. Production: Jack Ruby's production on "Marcus Garvey" is often praised for capturing the essence of Burning Spear's vision. The album's sound is characterized by its simplicity and clarity, allowing the message in the lyrics to take center stage. The use of dub techniques, with echoing vocals and instrumental breaks, adds a layer of depth to the overall production. Pros: Clarity and Balance: The production strikes a balance between the vocals and instruments, ensuring that the listener can fully absorb both the message and the music. Effective Use of Dub Techniques: The incorporation of dub elements enhances the overall listening experience, adding a dynamic quality to the sound. Cons: Lack of Studio Experimentation: Some critics argue that the album's straightforward production might lack the studio experimentation found in other contemporaneous reggae albums. Themes: "Marcus Garvey" revolves around themes of African identity, resistance against oppression, and the teachings of Marcus Garvey. The album serves as a cultural and historical document, preserving the ideologies of the Rastafari movement and the broader Pan-African struggle. Each track contributes to a cohesive narrative that reinforces the themes of unity, self-awareness, and social justice. Pros: Consistency in Theme: The album maintains a consistent thematic thread, creating a cohesive and immersive listening experience. Cultural Preservation: Burning Spear's dedication to preserving and promoting African culture and heritage is evident in the thematic richness of the album. Cons: Niche Appeal: While the themes are powerful and meaningful, they might limit the album's appeal to a specific audience interested in reggae's cultural and political dimensions. Influence: "Marcus Garvey" has had a lasting impact on the reggae genre and beyond. It is often cited as one of the essential reggae albums, influencing subsequent generations of musicians. The album's messages of empowerment and resistance resonate far beyond the Caribbean, inspiring listeners globally to explore their cultural roots and stand against oppression. Pros: Legacy: The album's enduring influence is evident in its continued relevance and the recognition it receives as a cornerstone of reggae music. Global Impact: Burning Spear's messages have reached a diverse audience, transcending geographical and cultural boundaries. Cons: Limited Mainstream Recognition: While influential within reggae circles, "Marcus Garvey" may not have achieved the same level of mainstream recognition as some other seminal albums from the era. Conclusion: "Marcus Garvey" by Burning Spear stands as a landmark album in the reggae genre, encapsulating the spirit of roots reggae with its potent combination of conscious lyrics, authentic music, and thematic depth. Despite its niche appeal, the album's influence has been far-reaching, solidifying its place in the annals of reggae history. The cons, such as repetition in lyrics and a lack of mainstream recognition, are minor when compared to the album's overall impact and significance. "Marcus Garvey" remains a powerful testament to the potential of music to convey profound messages and spark social change.

Listened Before? N I didn't know I "needed to hear" so many reggae albums. I actually don't. They're all very samey in sound and message. This one is okay, just like the rest. Maybe I'm not high enough. Added to Library? N Songs added to playlist: Marcus Garvey

I don't have a clue how to rate this. Marcus Garvey (the person) was only barely on my radar before this, but his Wikipedia page is quite a ride. I guess he was controversial (seems right from what I read), but is generally pretty universally loved in Jamaica. Somehow he also became a prophet for the Rastafarians? I don't quite get it, but here we are. The album lyrics are highly political thematically it's pretty clearly Jamaican. It's somewhat surprising to me that this became a thing in the US, but it seems like it at least kind of did. It's reggae through and through, and I am in no way qualified to rate the quality of this genre. It generally seemed fine to me, had a few songs that had pretty good beats, generally had a message that I could get behind, so it was fine. It is also only 34 minutes so it's quick. I'm giving the album a 3 and moving on, it was reasonably fine (though Marcus Garvey himself is another story). Favorite song: Marcus Garvey Other: Slavery Days, Live Good, Tradition 2/4/24

I like reggae, but am certainly not an aficionado. I do like this album, and have enjoyed getting to know it, but it's not one I'm too excited to revisit.

I am not knowledgable about Reggae, but I do know of Burning Spear and have enjoyed what I heard before, particularly "Columbus" which is a good listen any Columbus Day. Marcus Garvey is peak roots reggae. I think the genre had only been named a few years prior to this release. His political messages are crystal clear, and I appreciate his dedication to singing about the people and stories of Jamaica's rich history. My top tracks were "Old Marcus Garvey" and I really liked the unique vocalizations on "Tradition". Even better than the Fiddler on the Roof version.

I don't listen to reggae, but this album seemed like a pretty typical one. Fine to listen to, though I don't think I'd seek it out.

I don't have much good or bad to say about this album. It's your classic reggae sound, which has its time and place.

7.5

I got really into editing a script while I was listening to this, and didn't pay it much attention. What I heard sounded good though, reggae that doesn't sound like a Bob Marley clone.

Pretty standard fare reggae music

I was introduced to this album many years ago when I checked out the book that this generator is based on out of the library. At the time I downloaded as many of these albums as I could find, but this one ended up in my favorites list. A great reggae classic!

An ok album

Enjoyable but not remarkable.

This record has a lot to offer for reggae fans. And I’m a fan, but I have to admit I got pretty burnt out after the fourth track or so. Musically speaking, this isn’t revolutionary or life changing, but it’s solid jams for a good night of hanging out with a J and your favorite video game.

I appreciated the message of the album more so than I enjoyed the delivery of said message.

I really like this album. First thing on this list I was totally unfamiliar with Substantial and engaging but still fun to listen to

very good album

Very solid reggae record. Appreciate the social commentary but don’t know if I’d throw any of these in a playlist

Good stuff. I know Bob Marley gets all the credit, but there were several other great Reggae artists, Burning Spear is right there at the top with Bob.

it’s fine

I really didn't vibe with this album. I've listened to a little reggae before and it's not really my bag but this one just didn't hit.

Will someone please remember Marcus Garvey for this man

Fine album good music, reggae is not for me

Give Me more of this Reggae Tradition. It causes me to Live Good.

Loved this. A powerful reggae masterpiece

Another new artist for me. Reggae isn’t my normal jam, but I can enjoy it. This had me thinking of a warm beach and in a chill mood. Appreciated the rhythm and melodies.

Essential roots reggae.

I don't enjoy Reggae, but this was a well done album for those who do.

This wasn't my style of music.

Some politically charged reggae here. Really solid listen. Slavery Days cooks! I will revisit this album again.

Bob Marley is pretty much the only Reggae artist I ever listened to (actually that list includes Snoop Lion, lol, and Damian Marley - but I think this is where it ends.). This Album sounds more politically charged than Bob Marleys general wisdom about life. Reggae in itself is pleasing to hear - nice to just get in the vibe and nod your head back and forth. However, this album starts off strong and then kind of fizzles out in the end. The songs just don't have the same kind of "X-Factor" compared to Bob Marleys body of work.

Nice

3. The beginning of the album is beautiful but it's a shame that the later part of the album let's it down. If this album carried the momentum of the first couple of songs it would be an easy 4 or 5 for me but it unfortunately doesn't do that. Still decent

I listened to this on a grey, lonely day in January. It felt weary and political. It was nice to contemplate; I don’t think I shall revisit it.

me gusto

More interesting than most reggae I've ever heard. Not my favorite genre, but this is a cool and historically important release.

Not bad, but not for me :(

Decent, no real standout tracks, but overall, an enjoyable listen. Opening song "Marcus Garvey" probably the best. Solid 3.

Could not find the albums

A good reaggae one

I totally get why people like Reggae. I never was into it, but it's petty enjoyable. I could see myself listening to this again.

I am not a massive reggae afficionado, but found it quite enjoyable. Seemed to blend with other afro carib music.

-love back to back albums i don’t know from artists i don’t know -a shorter album which is always intriguing -oooooo i am really liking this -i don’t listen to a lot of reggae esque music and i am really enjoying it -i honestly do really like shorter albums and shorter songs like this -this was actually so much fun to listen to -if you can listen to this without moving your body in some way i don’t even know what to say to you -easy four stars for me

first listen pretty forgettable

Not an album I would necessarily choose to listen to and certainly not a favourite genre but it was alright. 2-3*

Slightly incongruous listening in the frozen wilderness of Finland but I liked what I heard

I think this was historically significant

I admit reggae is not my forte, but I found this album particularly uninspiring and repetitive.

Love me some reggae. I liked learning more history on the genre and about Burning Spear as an influential artist. I realize most reggae artists have been hidden from my view behind Bob Marley, so it’s good to have some more exposure. 3.5 stars!

This was probably my favorite Reggae album ive listened to. I really liked the singers voice and use of repetition in his songs. For some reason the song slavery days stood out to me. It was very simple but complete.

A cool reggae album but didn’t grip me.

Revolutionary music Reggae is so politically charged, delving into an ugly history, but the music is so uplifting. Like we must remember this bullshit, so we can keep the past in the past

Got around this big time, had a bit more variation and complexity that elevated it above most reggae. Fav track: Slavery days

Pretty incredible stuff! Impassioned lyrics and delivery with a direct and incendiary political bent. Great layers to the instrumentation and an overall atmosphere that kept me completely engaged. A real discovery for me, some of the best reggae I've heard and could be a gateway to the genre for me. Four and a half. Fave track: Jordan River

Perfect album to listen to while mowing the lawn and pulling weeds out in the sun. Quick and easy fun, nice groove going on. Not sure how often I’ll put on again but still a good listen. Fave track: Slavery Days

Not for me I’m afraid. Reggae just isn’t my thing, and as I’m in this to find stuff I’ll return to, I’m afraid this ain’t it. It’s not that it’s bad, it’s just that it’s reggae.

Soft och skön reggae.

Perfectly adequate. Somewhat lost on me.

Tradition is probably my favorite Burning Spear song. Summer before last, D fell asleep at a Burning Spear show 💤

Nice reggae album, although some tracks are repetitive. Favorite track: Marcus Garvey

I’m not that into reggae and this album didn’t really impress

I don't feel qualified to have an opinion of reggae music. I am simply too white for this, I'm sorry. Album cover is sick as fuck though. I honestly thought this would be Hardcore Punk based on it.

Incredible stuff honestly

I've never listened to Burning Spear, but really enjoyed this album.

I thought it was alright.

Really liked this. Needs more listens

Righteous anger characterises this highly political roots reggae album. Apparently this is the somewhat watered down 'international' version, as the original Jamaican mix was considered by the record label to be too threatening for white audiences. I'd like to hear that original. Rating: 3.5/5 Playlist track: Marcus Garvey Date listened: 26/11/23

Hey maan, remember that bad thing maan? Yeah man, preach. 2/5

I enjoyed part of this album and i enjoy the concept but some of the songs just grated on me. Repeat: Marcus garvey, live good, Skips:slavery days, give me

Too cool for me

So good to hear this album. I knew Burning Spear and who they were but hadn’t given them any rotation. It’s a fantastic piece of work.

I can think of more iconic (politically and culturally) reggae albums but it’s still quite good

прекрасное рэгги на фон пока работаешь :) так оно меня успокаивает и расслабляет - только за это можно поставить хорошую оценку но в саму суть альбома я так и не вникла + если услышу - не узнаю

Favorite Tracks: Marcus Garvey The Invasion Slavery Days

Marcus Garvey by Burning Spear...which sounds backwards but I don't think it is. So I've always claimed to like reggae, but really I mainly mean I like Ska and the Marley's. This was great to listen too, really catchy without getting samey, variety of instruments, lyrically powerful. It's a 4

Didn't really finish this album but it was chill

Rating: 2.5

Hated it

Classic

Me gusta este reggae, aunque no sé si escuché la versión sucia o la que el artista quiso originalmente.

Nu er jeg jo lidt en reggaeekspert (=jeg hørte altid reggaeradioen i GTA San Andreas) og kan egentlig godt lide det selvom det hele lyder ens 😭 den var god! kort nok til at den ikke blev for monoton

Synes det var fed til at starte med, men blev ret hurtigt ret ensformigt. På trods af at det er en kort plade

Sjovt med lidt rasta historie!

Blind album and artist. Very catchy intro song and a few others. The end of the album isn't very outstanding or catchy like the first half.

Nice to get more reggae. While I'm not yet at the point of seeking it out on my own, I'm enjoying reggae more and more.

day 148. so chilling and soft, i can listen to reggae forever 9.5/10

To me old school reggae often sounds quite similar, but this one doesn’t disappoint

Very good!

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Ok

J'aime bien le raggae et je ne connaissais pas. Eh bien très belle découverte qui vient enrichir ma playlist spotify. Je ne suis pas très familier avec le style et ne connais que les classiques Bob Marley mais cet album est tout à fait remarquable dans ce mouvement.

A few good songs but not much

Pretty cool

I am sorry to say my useless white ears don't really get reggae. This was an enjoyable listen though. 7/10 Fave track: the invasion

Reggae. Fu. Un 3porque es corto.

Finally a great album! Start to finish no bad songs. 4/5

Great “Great start to the day” music.

Really great and chill roots album. Lots of stuff I can see myself coming back to

Really decent reggae album. Great voice, great music Gonna go for a 3/5

A good listen.

Reggae is always great for the surf and sand but not great on a grey wet day. New artist for me.

This list needs more reggae

This is gold. Burning Spear is one best discoveries I've made with the app so far! 9/10

listened to a bit - it was ok

Good background sounds. All the titles are the chorus of the song, including a catchy beat.

I swear this is the rote type of reggae funk I hear during every concert setbreak/pre-show. As someone who can't really focus on lyrics, this is fairly monotonous.

Not really my style of music, but I can appreciate the meaning behind it and its importance to reggae as a whole. Not bad but I wouldn't revisit.

такой сиплый забавный голос + мощные политические текста лайк

A pretty average reggae album by Burning Spear. I can appreciate there is a lot of meaning that was "diluted" as a remix of the album for a western audience. I imagine that the original release was more reggae heavy so it may have 'felt' more real. Still not really something I'd go out of my way to listen to. Best: Marcus Garvey Worst: Resting Place

Pretty good reggae stuff. Best song-Slavery times

Exemplary of roots reggae, it's dark and highly political. Pretty repetitive formula, with the same drum roll to kick off each song and a groove hardly distinguishable from others. There are a few filler tracks, and the repetition gets tiresome, but there are a few surprises later in the record, especially the unconventional instruments like the flute and percussions. Individually, the tracks do sound great, clear and moody, just not as engaging as a collective piece.

One of the best Roots Reggae albums: tight, funky, dense, political, dark, brooding, danceable. There are just too many adjective one can use to describe this album. It’s seminal but also unlike any other album in it’s genre. Please just listen to it if you haven’t already.

Was ok

Nice reggae album for a heatwave. Hard to differentiate from a lot of other reggae I’ve heard.

Decent enough, but I found it really boring. It could not keep my attention. Some positive messages, but very simple lyrically and structurally, with repetitive songs that go on too long and have little to know dynamic interest. Also heavily political. Didn't even know who Marcus Garvey was before this album (which not only is named after him but has TWO songs about him). Turns out he's some Jamaican political figure. Not surprised.

Reggae

Ihan leppoisaa reggaeta. Ehkä vähän itseään toistavaa. Ei onneksi liian pitkä

Nice

Not very remarkable I like the cover

Perfectly listenable but it failed to move me really.

very pleasant reggae way 2 go Marcus 3.5/5

Reggae that isn’t Bob Marley. PRETTY NICE

High quality reggae from the master probably one of the genres mist defining and awesome albums, the qualityvof his voice never fails to astound.

Superb album, hits the spot

A great album. He re made it away from Island Records as Garvey's Ghost. Which was great too. I really enjoyed listening to this and then went down a dub rabbit hole all afternoon.

Enjoyed listening to this back-to-back with Garvey's Ghost.

i like reggae so i'm a little biased here, but this is an overall groove. good reggae.

Very consistent album. If u want to listen to reggae and get relaxed summer vibes go for this one. You won´t get distracted by recognizable hits.

Great reggae album from the 70s. Got it on a cd together with the dub version, and one should really listen to both albums in one go to fully appreciate this album (similar to "In the Light / In the Dub") but anyways.. 5 stars of course.

Top class reggae album.

Enjoyable reggae album, very nice for a summer evening.

Decent reggae album.

My brother and I listened to this on a long bike ride around the greater Stevenage area and I can't lie, we felt cooler than we cooler than we could possibly deserve. Groovy, tight, political, concise. The pulse syncs with your own very nicely and you become giddily aware you are listening to a perfect expression of the form. Reggae classic, no question about it.

This album definitely carries a message, it’s beyond just the music. It’s a story. Pretty good for a genre I don’t typically listen to.

I think I’m missing out on a lot of this album by not having an understanding of the Jamaican politics of the time. It’s still a great listen. For the longest time all I knew about reggae was Bob Marley, and the context i always associate him with is blaring from the porch at a college bro party. Since then I’ve been turned on to the Maytals and Junior Murvin, who I love. This is the first Burning Spear album I’ve listened to, it’s certainly not the last. Reggae is a genre I’m looking forward to

Reggae is niet mijn genre.

Sorry barely registered I had it on

it was ok just couldnt really get into it

Don't know them.... seems relevant for the time. 3/5

Generic reggae for the time. You could pretty much sing the lyrics to 'Get up, stand up' over any song on this album. However, I like reggae, so thats fine.

It’s the kind of music you kind of forget is playing. I’ll put this in when I’m laying on the beach on vacation, which is unfortunately never. And no, I don’t remember the days of slavery. Please stop asking!

Again, with most reggae albums, I enjoyed it but for me it kinda has a ceiling given the repetition of the beats. 3/5

A very short album

Mm mm chaka, mm mm chaka, mm mm chaka i all oändlighet. Jag känner inte att jag har varken tålamod eller intresse nog för att känna detta som stimulerande. Givetvis finns det budskap i texterna som kanske flyger mig över huvudet och kanske finns det intrikata saker som en annan musikälskare skulle plocka upp på. Men när jag lyssnar på musik så utgår det till ungefär 90% utifrån melodier snarare än texter. Med detta menar jag verkligen inte att jag inte uppskattar text och författardelen av ett verk, utan att det för mig oftast blir som en prick över i:et på på en låt som redan har fångat in mig med sköna slingor eller intressanta ackordföljder. Dit kommer jag aldrig med detta, inte ens i närheten. Kanske fanns det något som hade kunnat tvinga fram en stjärna till i texterna, men det kommer jag nog aldrig ta reda på. Bäst: Vet inte, det flyter ihop till ett "mm mm chaka"

Interesting listen

Pretty good

Every song sounds exactly the same. This sounds like every raygay album song I’ve ever heard. Boring and too long. The bass sounds good I guess?

🗑️

Why is reggae always the same song over and over? FS: Marcus Garvey

ಠ_ಠ

Fight the power and all that. Quite repetitive but fun.

Pretty interesting album, especially for my first time extensively listening to reggae. Really strong jazz vibes throughout, and the balance of upbeat feeling music that really takes colonial nations to task is cool. Not sure how often I'll be revisiting, but it was an enjoyable listen. Favorite track: Jordan River

alla the songs sounded the same i didn't even finished listening to this album

Listening to reggae is kinda like riding a jet ski, it’s hard to be in a bad mood listening to reggae. That being said, this album has some heavy themes but the tunes themselves put me in a chill place. Burning Spear was good. 3 stars

First impression was, I liked it a lot. But they couldn't keep my attention all the way to the end. Favorite song: slavery days

I want to like reggae so bad because the themes are lovely but I just don't

One skip track due to repetitive lyrics, otherwise spot on reggae music.

Pidin kyllä ja yhteiskunnallinen sanoma tulee läpi

Kuulostaa hyvältä (kuten reggae melkein aina), mutta biisit tuntuvat toissijaisilta yleiseen musiikilliseen ja ulkomusiikilliseen ilmeeseen nähden. Se ei tyydytä minua.

Reggae sound that's not really for me.

This album had a nice beat, not my style really. Very similar to the album I had yesterday so I was kinda tired of it. But it will get the same rating. 3/5

wayy preferred this to the Peter tosh record. very cool

Alongside Bob Marley & The Wailers during the golden age of roots reggae was Burning Spear (aka Winston Rodney). Like many roots reggae albums, Marcus Garvey is a poignantly political album that tackles a lot of the hardships of the Jamaican people. Unfortunately it's still reggae. This is a genre that does not stick with me much, though I am happy to appreciate it from afar.

foundational listening for anyone interested in reggae.

I would rather listen to almost anything else besides reggae

Wow. Talk about a tough topic to create an album around. These songs are deep and heavy.

Enjoyed it a lot. Definitely a classic reggae vibe with enough harmonies and style to be easily approachable. Some like Give Me, Tradition, Jordan River and Resting Place were really strong in addition to Marcus Garvey and Slavery Days. Adding it to my music library.

Great. My kind of reggae. Really nice and interesting musically and wel produced.

Ok

I liked this, but I'm not a massive fan of the genre and it didn't sour me nor did it expand my interests. The voice and musical notes were interesting and had some fun layers to the sound.

Real roots reggae, which manages to have laid-back island flavor and burn with anger at the oppression of poor Jamaicans all at once. Genre-defining.

Me gustó encontrarme con otros tipos de música más allá del rock, folk, ruidos raros, indie que llena está lista, si bien no soy fan del reggae encontrar elementos que son comunes a la música latina me permitió disfrutarlo un poquito mas

Very pleasantly surprised with this one. I typically don’t go out of my way to listen to this style, but I’m glad this one came up. Took me down a long list of songs on Spotify that made me appreciate the genre more. Best song: Slavery Days

Þetta greip mig ekkert sérstaklega.

nice and chill. not into it right now though.

Not a big reggae fan.

Meh, just your typical reggae

it was alright

I like reggae, but didn't particularly care for this. Not entirely sure why, but the fact that the lyrics were often incomprehensible was probably a big part of it.

It's so so

Didn't find this nearly as interesting as I though I would

One reggae album is as good as the next

Yeah, it’s fine.

I'm convinced there is a central reggae sound and the likeability of the albums drop off pretty quickly with deviations from this centre. Thankfully this has that central sound.

Not bad but reggae is really not my favorite

Good album. I really enjoyed this one.

really enjoyed this, all the instruments sound great. I love the rhythm guitar parts. The out of tune piano is trippy in invasion. Give me is even crazier with the tuning.

I really like the lyrics of this and reggae is awesome. Don’t know if I’d ever listen again though.

Classic

Had a listen to this twice, some good storytelling and a couple of really well written tunes. Overall I found it a bit repetitive, but that is a recurring problem for me with Reggae!

Classic.

Ah wowsers, know a fair amount of Burning Spears music but probably havn't listened to an album all the way through before. This is great, need the sun out, windows open and this blasting out to the world and all is good. Whilst that's happening, you can have a read up on Marcus Garvey too because yes this is heavily politicised and yet spiritual and yes, important.

Not much into reggae -a little into dub, maybe- but really enjoyed the vibe from this record. I like its atmosphere and social criticism, so authentic and powerful. I can definitely see this record spinning in clubs where punks and Jamaicans joined back in the middle 70s. Keep definitely researching more about this artists.

3.5

Noice 3.5

Not as good as Toots but still good reggae

I feel like I just listened to 10 of the same song It had lovely vibes, very chill and laid back, and I would be satisfied to hear this playing as background music at a beach party. But it was ALLLL the same A few songs had very deep messages but you could easily have put all the messages into one or two songs. I liked this album, but it got too repetitive and I was tempted to skip through it.

Favorite Song: n/a So, turns out I don’t enjoy reggae. I could only get through two songs.

Nice classic reggae music from 1975.

A short and sweet but solid little reggae album. Doesn’t fall into the genre’s usual trap of beating a melodic dead horse, as each track arrives with distinctive progressions and flair for a compact 2-3 minute jaunt.

Ace

This was a total blindspot for me and I really enjoyed learning about Burning Spear (and the attempted whitewashing of this album). I wish this entire list was made up of stuff like this. I love that he lyrically pulls no punches, some great guitar riffs, the Black Disciples are tight as hell as the backing band. I'll def be coming back to this.

First reggae since I’ve come aboard and it’s refreshing. This is great, but I like the sound of most reggae so it’s kind of like jazz for me where I have a hard time telling the good from the bad.

One of a number of releases that legitimately lay claim to the greatest reggae album ever. The instrumentation is superb and Winston Rodney is at his peak as a leader. This is more " Rastafarian" focused than many of the other popular reggae releases from this period, which provides a link to the overt political tone. A classic.

A good reggae album. I guess it's important for the political message.

Less "pop" than Bob Marley's reggae, and more vibe oriented and explicitly political in its lyrics (though Bob Marley was obviously extremely political as well). Some of these songs give us history lessons in the lyrics which is interesting but there are very few lyrics I found memorable. This was not an album I'd ever heard before.

First reggae album I've got. So I have a strange relationship with reggae. I never listen to it but I always like it when it comes on. I guess it just feels very different to everything I usually listen to so it never occurs. Plus, it's a whole new genre with a whole new history; I wouldn't know where to start. This is a good start for me, though. I really enjoyed it. Although I'm noticing a trend of albums wearing thin on me as they go on because of a samy-ness. I wonder if it's because, in music styles I don't listen to much, I don't hear the subtleties I would in styles I'm more familiar with.

Gotta love a bit if reggae!

Great album that I hadn’t listened to before. Almost a five. Dub version was also great.

4.0 - Always appreciate discovering good reggae beyond Bob Marley. Standouts: "Tradition", "Marcus Garvey", "Resting Place."

Reggae clásico. No los conocía de nada y suenan bien pero no me han emocionado aunque es curioso oir algo de los 70 con ese sonido tan elaborado y con bastantes arreglos. Interesante. Me ha gustado "Give me".

reggae isn’t bad at a very specific time and place, usually at the beach. it is not very good sitting in a college dorm doing linear algebra work

Grew up with a lot of ska and reggae but this album completely passed me by. Wish I’d heard it sooner. Its everything you’d want from a roots reggae album, important themes, beautiful gang vocals, laid back rhythms.

This was new to me and pretty cool.

Pretty cool

I do like some old school reggae...

I liked it. I'll definitely give it another spin, but nothing left me agog with wonder. It was just very good.

I like some reggae from time to time, but a full album is a little to much. This album has some good songs.

NIce album

Don't listen to reggae as much I'd like to, really enjoyed this one.

Very nice album. Feels like textbook reggae but in a good way.

some smooth Jamaican music

Lekker albumpje, kende m nog niet!

Perfect in de ochtend op de achtergrond, duurt wel even voordat het een beetje op gang komt en nummers lijken een beetje veel op elkaar soms. Wel lekker met dit zonnetje weer! Klik voor de grap ook ff alle nummers achter elkaar aan, ze beginnen hetzelfde :) Favoriete nr.: Tradition

Lekkere reggae!

Ik hou normaal echt van reggae maar ik vond de teksten hier soms net aan de heftige kant om er lekker naar te luisteren. Wel soort van goed om te horen I guess maar zou het niet zo snel nog een keer op zetten

Reggae is m’n minst favoriete genre sorry

Da good good reggae