X UHURU by Michael Rose + Sly & Robbie
TABOU1 is proud to present the first ever vinyl release of X Uhuru, the first and only album reuniting Michael Rose and Sly & Robbie after the golden years of the legendary Black Uhuru in 1978-84.
Rather than recreating the old Black Uhuru sound, Sly & Robbie crafted a ground-breaking atmosphere and attitude for Grammy-winning Michael Rose: X Uhuru not only showcases the brilliance of Reggae music but elevates it with a modern twist, blending traditional roots with innovative Dancehall and World Music sounds (Ray Lema on keyboards and sax genius Manu Dibango lent their African sounds to several songs).
Combined with the TAXI sound, Michael Rose brings his signature vocals and thought-provoking lyrics, seamlessly weaving stories of freedom, resilience and unity that makes this album a must-have for music enthusiasts.
Michael Rose made reggae history as a member of Black Uhuru, a groundbreaking trio whose dark, modal melodies and dread worldview carved out a unique niche in the reggae marketplace during the 1970s and 1980s. This 1999 effort stands with the best of his work. The rhythms, combine the sci-fi punch of the best computer ragga with the deep grooves of old-school roots Reggae, and Michael Rose's trademark North African ululations and piercing tenor voice cut through the mix perfectly. Highly recommended. Rick Anderson - AllMusic
Tracklist
| 1. | One A We | 4:16 |
| 2. | Coke Is A Joke | 3:37 |
| 3. | Monkey Business | 3:55 |
| 4. | Bad Boy | 3:18 |
| 5. | Yush Dub Master | 3:27 |
| 6. | Beggar | 3:37 |
| 7. | Come Home | 3:15 |
| 8. | Marcus Garvey | 3:34 |
| 9. | Visit Them | 3:28 |
| 10. | African Girl | 3:37 |
| 11. | New York | 3:30 |
| 12. | Car Wars (Ambient Mix) | 3:34 |
Credits
Lead vocals = Michael Rose
Drums = Sly Dunbar
Bass = Robbie Shakespeare
Guitars = Robbie Shakespeare, Lloyd "Guitsy" Willis
Keyboards = Robbie Lyn, Ray Lema
Saxophone = Dean Fraser, Manu Dibango
Harmonies = Robbie Shakespeare, Michael Rose
