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Rootz Underground – Movement

Release Info

Label
Mystic Urchin Music / Riverstone Records
Format
CD / DR
Street date
January 12, 2008
Contact
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Tracklist

1. Rory Of Stone Love Intro
2. Time Is An Illusion
3. Victims Of The System
4. Deep Underground Interlude
5. Herb Fields
6. 20 Centuries
7. Hammer
8. Farming
9. In The Jungle
10. Special Place
11. Orange Sun Rays Outro
12. Riverstone
13. Climbing To The Rootz Interlude
14. In My Hut
15. Rain
16. When I Go
17. Corners Of My Mind
18. How Much Longer
19. In The Jungle Remix (Bonus Track)

Rootz Underground

“Movement” introduces Rootz Underground, a six-man group that has come onto the Reggae scene like a storm. The band has a genuine desire to move listeners to a higher consciousness and to revolutionize Reggae music. Yes, these guys breathe new life into a sector of the genre that is sometimes relegated to oldies and vintage festivals. Rootz Underground members include Steve Newland, (lead vocals and lyricist), Charles Lazarus, (lead guitar), Jeffrey Moss Solomon, (rhythm guitar, backup vocals and lyricist), Colin Young, (bass guitar), Paul Smith, (keyboard) and Leon Campbell (drummer).

Movement

Newland recently called “Movement” a “musical hammer,” but at the same time he described it “like Ital stew because sometimes it takes long to cook.” Indeed, it took the band five years before they entered the studio. Live shows perfected their sound leaving no question that the band’s mission is to elevate Roots Rock Reggae. “Movement” is intended to be heard front-to-back, like listening to a storyteller. The opening salvo is a blazing DJ-intro by ‘Rory Stonelove’ Gilligan followed by “Time Is An Illusion”. Produced by Gilligan, it is hopeful and reflective. The song’s strength lies in the spiritual depth of the lyrics, as well as Smith’s harmonies. The album rolls right into “Victims Of The System”. This is the proverbial “big tune” that sets the tone for the rest of the album. Resembling a rebel war chant, it’s infectious and driven by Steve Newland’s great voice. The sticky tag line will have you singing “enemies of robber Babylonian” all day long. The tune has a message, but it is delivered so well that you don’t even realize you are getting an education. Don’t exhale Rasta the lessons continue with “Herb Fields” and “Hammer”. “Herb Fields” takes you to an idyllic field of “trees” where lyricist Stevie G confronts Babylon’s reality. This track has a simple guitar-lead melody with a dash of Dancehall rhyme midway through. This one is sure to become a staple ganja song. Regrettably, the song is cut short by the producers. The current single is “Hammer,” produced by Bobby Digital. The song proclaims “hammer dem down.” A horn opens the song, blending into guitar ‘fyah’ telling the rebel warrior to defend the helpless with his song and love. “Rain,” “When I Go,” and “Riverstone” are an oasis from the band’s lessons. The most popular song on iTunes.com is “In The Jungle,” probably because of its playful upbeat sound.

“Movement” is a decidedly modern Roots Reggae album, fusing elements of Jazz, Ska, Dub, R&B, Dancehall, and Rock. It is a ‘must have’ to add to your collection. “Movement” was produced by Wayne Armond, leader of Jamaica’s legendary band, Chalice.

(review by Iriehatuey)

Victims Of The System

Herb Fields

Time Is An Illusion

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