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.
Why this album works
This album is significant not only for its rich sonic textures but also for reinforcing Burning Spear's status as a pivotal voice in reggae music. It received positive acclaim and contributed to the ongoing appreciation of roots reggae globally, particularly within the context of contemporary Jamaican music scenes.
- Best for
- dynamic exploration of spiritual themes wave-like pacing for deep listening satisfying long-form musical journey
- 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
- David Bowie· Harry Belafonte· Kate Bush· Grace Jones· Christina Aguilera· Joe Jackson· The Cranberries· Prince
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 On the Inside 4:22
- 2 Music Business Standout 4:46
- 3 Experience 4:12
- 4 Jah Rasta Standout 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 Standout 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
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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