Why the lack of love for Reggae? (lyrics, dance, drum)

SATCHMO · 04-04-2008, 01:50 PM

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Originally Posted by Molecules

True appreciation miraculously comes when you first get properly baked, for obvious reasons.

I don't smoke pot, and I listen to reggae all day long for the most part.

True appreciation comes when you get past bob marley and realize how rich and diverse the genre and its history actually is.

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I mean it's not exactly Elliott Smith is it?

Elliot Smith is great, but is it apt to compare an entire genre of music with a single artist of a completely different style, as enigmatic and talented as he might be?

Molecules · 04-04-2008, 02:27 PM

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Originally Posted by SATCHMO

I don't smoke pot, and I listen to reggae all day long for the most part.

True appreciation comes when you get past bob marley and realize how rich and diverse the genre and its history actually is.

Elliot Smith is great, but is it apt to compare an entire genre of music with a single artist of a completely different style, as enigmatic and talented as he might be?

re Smith - I was being sarcastic, thank christ

re pot - I don't think you need it, but it's basically an intrinsic part of reggae's production and development from ska, and part of the the listening experience if we're talking dub.
I've not smoked for at least a year, so I'm not advocating it as being absolutely necessary for enjoyment of the music, I think that's one of the alienating factors for alot of people who don't get reggae.

re Bob - I was never into Marley personally, missed him out completely. Do I need correcting?

Dr_Rez · 04-04-2008, 09:41 PM

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Originally Posted by jackhammer

Of course, I am biased as I was lucky enough to be brought up on Reggae as a kid but I am curious as to the lack of posts in here. I can understand that the music can be seen as simple and lacks progression but that is what it is all about. Funk bands play the same chords against varying musical backdrops, yet it is still funk. It is all about the vibe and the ambience. Roots music is never about musical ability. It's about history. It's about oppression. Get past that barrier and stop thinking that you should be musically impressed, you just need to find that easy, relaxed demeanour that is needed for Reggae.

I think it is because (certanly why i post much less there) is ecause the majority of people on the boards stick to the Indie, Rock, HipHop forums. And when posting in Reggae section, all threads end up in something about Sublime, Marley, or Tosh.

Maybe i m off, but thats what iv noticed, and it would be great if it were actually intelligently posted in.

jackhammer · 04-07-2008, 05:11 PM

DUBMATIX

Here is an easy entry compilation from a Canadian band that has been slowly making waves in the reggae world. They are essentially a duo but can act as a back up band, DJ Soundsystem or remixers for hire. Their music has been called electro-dub and that has a grain of truth in it. Their genetic make up is a popular and accessible mash up of roots reggae, dance and electro dub whilst still being very respectful to the Reggae genre. These guys love what they do and if this does'nt pique your interest to the delights of Reggae you may as well stop here!

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jackhammer · 04-08-2008, 04:47 PM

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Originally Posted by Rainard Jalen

Even if you get two positive responses, it would not have been a waste of time. And they don't have to be long effort-filled posts, could be a short paragraph of information followed by some particularly recommended tracks.

Do it! Plueeeze! I'll be a responder for one.

So c'mon then respond! A compilation is all ready for you!

Piss Me Off · 04-12-2008, 05:08 PM

Nicked, i need some more dub/reggae. Cheers!

ProggyMan · 04-12-2008, 05:28 PM

I think it's because people think 'Reggae? You mean Bob Marley? Yah, he's ok.'.

Piss Me Off · 04-12-2008, 05:33 PM

Toots and The Maytals is where its at for me.

Nightstrikes · 04-14-2008, 12:26 AM

Most people don't even know any good reggae bands besides bob marley and perhaps the wailers. I dunno I suppose it takes a different type of taste. Just like not everyone likes classical music... I actually really like bedouin soundclash. Although I might just be biased because I know the band members.

Piss Me Off · 04-14-2008, 03:50 AM

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Originally Posted by jackhammer

DUBMATIX

Here is an easy entry compilation from a Canadian band that has been slowly making waves in the reggae world. They are essentially a duo but can act as a back up band, DJ Soundsystem or remixers for hire. Their music has been called electro-dub and that has a grain of truth in it. Their genetic make up is a popular and accessible mash up of roots reggae, dance and electro dub whilst still being very respectful to the Reggae genre. These guys love what they do and if this does'nt pique your interest to the delights of Reggae you may as well stop here!

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This was really cool, pretty diverse as well. I wasn't expecting the dance beats and rap. I really need more dub. What are the essential dub records?

04-07-2008, 05:11 PM	#14 (permalink)
jackhammer Ba and Be. Join Date: May 2007 Location: This Is England Posts: 17,331	DUBMATIX Here is an easy entry compilation from a Canadian band that has been slowly making waves in the reggae world. They are essentially a duo but can act as a back up band, DJ Soundsystem or remixers for hire. Their music has been called electro-dub and that has a grain of truth in it. Their genetic make up is a popular and accessible mash up of roots reggae, dance and electro dub whilst still being very respectful to the Reggae genre. These guys love what they do and if this does'nt pique your interest to the delights of Reggae you may as well stop here! RapidShare: 1-Click Webhosting __________________ It be my music and film collection. “A cynic by experience, a romantic by inclination and now a hero by necessity.”

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Piss Me Off Moodswings n' Roundabouts Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: At the corner of Dude and Catastrophe Posts: 4,512	Nicked, i need some more dub/reggae. Cheers! __________________ Last FM Rate Yr Music Muxtape

04-12-2008, 05:33 PM	#18 (permalink)
Piss Me Off Moodswings n' Roundabouts Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: At the corner of Dude and Catastrophe Posts: 4,512	Toots and The Maytals is where its at for me. __________________ Last FM Rate Yr Music Muxtape

04-12-2008, 05:28 PM	#17 (permalink)
ProggyMan Reformed Jackass Join Date: Sep 2007 Posts: 3,964	I think it's because people think 'Reggae? You mean Bob Marley? Yah, he's ok.'.

04-14-2008, 12:26 AM	#19 (permalink)
Nightstrikes Groupie Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Alberta Posts: 7	Most people don't even know any good reggae bands besides bob marley and perhaps the wailers. I dunno I suppose it takes a different type of taste. Just like not everyone likes classical music... I actually really like bedouin soundclash. Although I might just be biased because I know the band members.