Live in South Africa 2000
Burning Spear · 2004
6 min · 10 tracks · dub music · roots reggae
A vibrant celebration of roots reggae, blending soulful melodies with powerful socio-political messages.
Why this album works
- Best for
- vibrant communal listening experiences uplifting spiritual reflections soulful melodic immersion
- Context
- By the time 'Live in South Africa 2000' was released in 2004, Burning Spear had established themselves as a leading voice in reggae since their debut in the early 1970s. This live album came after a period of prolific studio releases and solidified their reputation for delivering compelling performances that resonate with themes of African identity and Rastafarian spirituality.
- If you like
- dub music, roots reggae
Live in South Africa 2000 is an album by Burning Spear, released in 2004. A vibrant celebration of roots reggae, blending soulful melodies with powerful socio-political messages. This album is significant for capturing Burning Spear's dynamic stage presence and deep-rooted messages during a pivotal concert in South Africa. It showcases their influence on the global reggae scene and highlights their role in promoting African consciousness, evident from its positive critical reception and the resonance of its themes in post-apartheid South Africa. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Live in South Africa 2000 sound like?
A vibrant celebration of roots reggae, blending soulful melodies with powerful socio-political messages. Rooted in dub music and roots reggae.
What makes Live in South Africa 2000 by Burning Spear notable?
This album is significant for capturing Burning Spear's dynamic stage presence and deep-rooted messages during a pivotal concert in South Africa. It showcases their influence on the global reggae scene and highlights their role in promoting African consciousness, evident from its positive critical reception and the resonance of its themes in post-apartheid South Africa. By the time 'Live in South Africa 2000' was released in 2004, Burning Spear had established themselves as a leading voice in reggae since their debut in the early 1970s. This live album came after a period of prolific studio releases and solidified their reputation for delivering compelling performances that resonate with themes of African identity and Rastafarian spirituality.
Who is Live in South Africa 2000 for?
Live in South Africa 2000 works well if you're into vibrant communal listening experiences, uplifting spiritual reflections and soulful melodic immersion.
How many songs are on Live in South Africa 2000?
Live in South Africa 2000 has 10 tracks, running approximately 6 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Old Marcus Garvey Standout
- 2 African Postman
- 3 Calling Rastafari Standout 6:01
- 4 Jah No Dead Standout
- 5 Pick up the Pieces
- 6 Man in the Hills
- 7 We go Deh
- 8 Jah is my Driver - Slavery Days
- 9 Identity
- 10 Red, Gold and Green
Release Date
January 1, 2004
Artist Origin
Jamaica
Runtime
6 min 1 sec
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