Calling Rastafari
Burning Spear · 1999
53 min · 11 tracks · dub music
A vibrant blend of roots reggae and dub that channels spiritual themes through pulsating rhythms and soulful melodies.
Top tracks — play these first
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As It Is Start here — establishes the sonic palette early
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Calling Rastafari — The title track encapsulates the spiritual essence of the album, featuring poignant lyrics that directly address Rastafarian beliefs and identity.
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Hallelujah (extended mix) — This extended version amplifies the celebratory nature of the original song, blending uplifting melodies with deep-rooted rhythms that reflect joy and resilience.
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Holy Man (extended mix) — This track highlights Burning Spear’s ability to fuse spiritual messages with infectious grooves, creating an anthem that resonates with listeners both musically and thematically.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- long, immersive listening sessions
- spiritual and reflective moments
- gradual builds and payoffs
- atmospheric background focus
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Deep Cut — Solid entry showcasing spiritual themes, but not a primary highlight in his catalog.
- Career context
- By the time 'Calling Rastafari' was released in 1999, Burning Spear was an established figure in reggae music, known for his profound lyrical content and spiritual themes. This album followed a series of successful releases in the 1970s and 1980s, marking a return to form after a quieter period in the 1990s.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Peter Tosh· Black Uhuru· Culture
Tracklist
- 1 As It Is Start here 4:56
- 2 Hallelujah (extended mix) 6:30
- 3 House of Reggae 4:36
- 4 Let’s Move 4:37
- 5 Brighten My Vision 4:45
- 6 You Want Me To 4:57
- 7 Calling Rastafari 3:49
- 8 Sons of He (extended mix) 5:54
- 9 Statue of Liberty 3:35
- 10 Own Security 4:21
- 11 Holy Man (extended mix) 5:45
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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