Closer to the Sun
Slightly Stoopid · 2005
60 min · 20 tracks · reggae
A sun-soaked blend of reggae grooves and laid-back melodies that invites listeners to unwind and reflect.
Why this album works
'Closer to the Sun' debuted at number 24 on the Billboard 200 chart, marking a significant commercial step for the band. The album received positive reviews for its fusion of reggae, rock, and blues influences, further establishing Slightly Stoopid as key players in the jam band and reggae scenes.
- Best for
- sun-soaked afternoon relaxation wave-like pacing invites reflection laid-back grooves for unwinding
- Context
- Released in 2005, 'Closer to the Sun' was Slightly Stoopid's fourth studio album, showcasing their evolution from a local San Diego band to a recognized name in the reggae-rock genre. This album followed their breakthrough record 'Everything You Need' and solidified their presence on the music scene with a more polished sound.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Dr. Alban· Lee "Scratch" Perry· Quartiere Coffee
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Intro 1:18
- 2 Babylon Is Falling Standout 2:25
- 3 Somebody Standout 2:52
- 4 Fat Spliffs 3:08
- 5 Bandelero 2:47
- 6 See It No Other Way 3:53
- 7 Nothin Over Me 1:20
- 8 This Joint 4:07
- 9 Older 3:39
- 10 Ain't Got a Lot of Money Standout 2:58
- 11 Till It Gets Wet 2:37
- 12 Don't Care 4:39
- 13 Basher 2:31
- 14 Righteous Man 2:35
- 15 Up on a Plane 3:00
- 16 Waiting 2:55
- 17 Closer to the Sun 2:25
- 18 Zeplike 3:34
- 19 Comb 4 My Dome 1:29
- 20 Open Road 6:24
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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