Clint Eastwood
The Upsetters · 1970
31 min · 12 tracks · reggae
A fusion of reggae grooves and cinematic soundscapes that evoke the essence of Spaghetti Westerns.
Top tracks — play these first
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Clint Eastwood — The title track encapsulates the album's playful yet serious tone, blending catchy melodies with an infectious rhythm that became emblematic of reggae's crossover appeal.
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Rightful Ruler — This track features powerful lyrical themes surrounding justice and leadership, showcasing The Upsetters' ability to infuse social commentary within their music.
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Selassie — Incorporating Rastafarian themes, this track highlights the spiritual undercurrents present in the album, demonstrating how reggae can serve as both entertainment and a platform for ideology.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album's innovative production and fusion of genres mark it as a significant work in reggae and dub music.
What we noticed
- Several tracks incorporate echo and reverb effects, characteristic of dub music, enhancing the spaciousness of the sound.
- The sequencing includes tracks that vary in tempo and mood, with some maintaining a steady groove while others introduce more experimental elements.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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8/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Significant within its genre. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Rightful Ruler
The chorus repeatedly invokes a call for rightful leadership, emphasizing the need for integrity and wisdom in governance.
By employing a direct plea within the refrain, the song contrasts personal responsibility with societal expectations, reinforcing its critical viewpoint on authority.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Return of the Ugly 3:12
- 2 For A Few Dollars More 2:09
- 3 Prisoner of Love 2:18
- 4 Dry Acid 2:55
- 5 Rightful Ruler 2:28
- 6 Clint Eastwood 3:11
- 7 Taste of Killing 2:49
- 8 Selassie 2:59
- 9 What Is This? 2:31
- 10 Ain't No Love 2:21
- 11 My Mob 1:58
- 12 I've Caught You 2:54
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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