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The Burning Spear Experience

Burning Spear · 2008

124 min · 25 tracks · dub music · roots reggae

A vibrant blend of traditional roots reggae rhythms and deep dub explorations infused with spiritual themes.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic exploration of spiritual themes
  • wave-like pacing for deep listening
  • satisfying long-form musical journey
  • for reflective afternoons
  • rich textures for headphone immersion

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer short, instant tracks
  • seek high-energy party vibes

Where this album fits

Career context
By the time 'The Burning Spear Experience' was released in 2008, Burning Spear had been a key figure in reggae for over three decades. This album came as part of a prolific period for the artist, following his 2007 release 'Jah Nuh Dead', and showcased his continued relevance in the genre while maintaining his distinct sound.
Stylistic neighbors
Peter Tosh· Black Uhuru· Culture

Tracklist

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

Disc 1

  • 1 On the Inside 4:22
  • 2 Music Business 4:46
  • 3 Experience 4:12
  • 4 Jah Rasta 3:09
  • 5 Burning Reggae 4:27
  • 6 Part Two: Marcus Garvey 7:09
  • 7 Institution 3:29
  • 8 Business Dub 4:46
  • 9 My Roots 4:22
  • 10 Part Two: Loving Day 4:07
  • 11 Part Two: Driver 6:59
  • 12 Cry Blood 5:06

Disc 2

  • 1 I Am In 4:08
  • 2 Part Two: Man in the Hills 7:19
  • 3 So Clean 2:30
  • 4 Negril 4:07
  • 5 Pieces of Dub 3:25
  • 6 Repartition (Jamaica version) 3:42
  • 7 Part Two: Happy Day 7:31
  • 8 Throw Down Your Arms (Jamaica version) 4:06
  • 9 Trust 3:57
  • 10 Part Two: Creation Rebel 6:55
  • 11 Come in Peace 4:22
  • 12 Part Two: Door Peep 8:22
  • 13 Part Two: We Been There 7:24

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