77Klash — Code for the Streets EP
77Klash update. Thanks to Isla for the info. The Code for the Streets EP is available now. Download the single “Mad Again” for free from RCRD LBL. Buy the EP at iTunes or Turntable Lab.
77klash — Mad Again
This is really a still, but I wanted you to hear “Mad Again” by 77klash. It’s a weird mix of hip hop, heaviness and reggae. Check out more of their music at their MySpace page.
Wyclef Jean — Carnival II (Memoirs of an Immigrant)
New Wyclef Jean coming out next month, Carnival II (Memoirs of an Immigrant), December 4 to be precise. This single “Riot” is intense, with more riffs and breaks than most albums. And if you can believe this, it features Serj Tankian (System of a Down)… rapping. Listen to it.
Ziggy Marley and the Melody Makers — Conscious Party
- Artist: Ziggy Marley and the Melody Makers
- Title: Conscious Party
- Year: 1988
- Format: Vinyl 12 in.
- Rating (1-10): 7
- Owner: Mary
- Acquired: 1988 – Mother’s Records?
- Keeper: Yes
I could use a “conscious party” right now because I’m feeling a little loop-ay. Too much going on. So, I didn’t realize that there were a lot of guest stars on this album, including Lenny Picket and Jerry Harrison on a number of songs, and Keith Richards(!?) on what is certainly my favorite: “Lee and Molly.” I think this album was a big seller and to be honest it sounds a little like it was meant to sell, if you know what I’m saying. I believe the word is “cross-over.” That said, I do like Conscious Party overall, even the hit “Tomorrow People.” This record is almost 20 years old. I think Ziggy Marley may be getting better with age.
Bad Brains — Quickness
- Artist: Bad Brains
- Title: Quickness
- Year: 1989
- Format: Vinyl 12 in.
- Rating (1-10): 8
- Owner: Tracy
- Acquired: 1989 – At our store RIP Records in Norfolk, VA
Ah… back again to greatest band ever, Bad Brains. I know a lot of people were excited to know “Quickness” was coming out. It’s very solid record, if not as mind blowing as “I Against I.” Apparently, it was their best-selling album. Recorded in between break ups of the original band members, like a lot of their stuff, to me it feels like something is missing. There’s more hip hop, more metal, and even some reggae again, but something seems off. Maybe it’s just me. All that said, overall it is a great album. Every time I hear “With the Quickness” I want to stage dive off the couch, only the kids aren’t big enough to catch me, yet.
