Studio One Presents Burning Spear
Burning Spear · 1973
40 min · 12 tracks · dub music · roots reggae
Soulful melodies and deep rhythms intertwine, echoing the struggles and triumphs of the Jamaican experience.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo groove
- soulful melodies for reflection
- uplifting rhythms for celebration
- warm vibes for social gatherings
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer fast-paced tracks
- seek standalone singles
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1973, 'Studio One Presents Burning Spear' marked Burning Spear's emergence into the reggae scene, following his initial singles. This album came at a time when roots reggae was gaining momentum, solidifying Spear's identity as a pivotal voice in the genre.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Peter Tosh· Black Uhuru· Culture
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Ethiopian Live Out 3:10
- 2 We Are Free 2:07
- 3 Fire Down Below 3:30
- 4 Creation 2:35
- 5 Don't Mess With Jill 2:20
- 6 Down by the Riverside 2:59
- 7 Door Peep Shall Not Enter 4:39
- 8 Pick Up the Pieces 4:40
- 9 Get Ready 2:42
- 10 Journey 2:44
- 11 Them a Come 3:13
- 12 He Prayed 5:54
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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