Turntable Posted May 13, 2006 Report Share Posted May 13, 2006 The thumbnail description of Matisyahu: File under Hasidic Beatbox Reggae. Despite having markings of novelty, it's really nothing of the sort. Fronted by a man named Matisyahu (born Matthew Miller), they are truly a band. Two independently released CDs brought them a rapid and well-deserved ascent, making their signing with a major label a logical step. Youth benefits from a more expansive sound and production by the fantastic Bill Laswell (Golden Palominos, Laurie Anderson, the Last Poets). Matisyahu's singing and the substance of his songs (spiritual living, self-awareness, the value of knowledge and learning, kindness to others) are presented with a loving sincerity, and buoyed by tremendous musicianship. In particular, drummer Jonah David and guitarist Aaron Dugan bring a wider set of influences and interests to their playing than the reggae tag the band often gets. Free of any proselytizing, this melding of Talmudic teachings and Jamaican rhythms flows so naturally that it underscores the shared roots of the two cultures. Tracklist: Fire Of Heaven / Altar Of Earth Youth Time of Your Song Dispatch the Troops Indestructible What I'm Fighting For Jerusalem WP Shalom/Saalam Late Night in Zion Unique is My Dove Ancient Lullaby King Without A Crown ------- I checked out this album, and I gotta say its to damn amazing. It has a great Reggae vibe, like I didnt hear for a long time. The melodys often have a kind of pop appeal with it, but in a positive way. Its has motsly very deep lirycs, and a great production. Sometimes even wth a lil south amerikan flavour. This is the true new Reggea masterpiece, and not Damian Marleys album. Everyone that likes that style of music should definitly check it out. Its worth it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JumpinJack AJ Posted May 13, 2006 Report Share Posted May 13, 2006 I got this when it 1st dropped...i love the album. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luigie Posted May 13, 2006 Report Share Posted May 13, 2006 I love "King witout a crown" Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Turntable Posted May 13, 2006 Author Report Share Posted May 13, 2006 Yeah, thats a cool Track. The Album is full of stuff like that. I love this reggae with a lil pop melodies type of stuff. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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