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Spear Burning

Burning Spear · 2001

62 min · 16 tracks · dub music · roots reggae

A rich tapestry of roots reggae and dub, intertwining spiritual themes with deep, resonant grooves.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic flow with rhythmic peaks
  • spiritual themes for contemplation
  • for reflective afternoons
  • deep grooves for immersive listening
  • short tracks encourage replay

Maybe skip if you want

  • seekers of instant gratification
  • prefer standalone single tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
In 2001, Burning Spear released 'Spear Burning' as his first studio album in over a decade since 'Rasta Business' in 1990. This album marked a significant return for the artist, showcasing his enduring commitment to reggae music and the Rastafarian message that had characterized his earlier work, while also experimenting with contemporary production techniques.
Stylistic neighbors
Peter Tosh· Black Uhuru· Culture

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Travelling 3:10
  • 2 Walking (version) 3:13
  • 3 Institution (discomix) 6:24
  • 4 Natural (version) 5:16
  • 5 Free Black People 2:52
  • 6 Free (version) 2:45
  • 7 Thanks & Praises 2:47
  • 8 Love Everyone (version) 3:09
  • 9 Spear Burning 3:22
  • 10 Jomo (version) 3:09
  • 11 I Gave You My Word 4:14
  • 12 Word (version) 4:19
  • 13 On That Day 3:10
  • 14 Youth 3:13
  • 15 Prophet 4:09
  • 16 Jah No Dead (discomix) 7:13

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