Chant Down Babylon: The Island Anthology
Burning Spear · 1996
149 min · 35 tracks · dub music · roots reggae
A powerful collection blending prophetic lyrics with deep bass rhythms that evoke the spirit of resistance and cultural pride.
Chant Down Babylon: The Island Anthology is an album by Burning Spear, released in 1996. A powerful collection blending prophetic lyrics with deep bass rhythms that evoke the spirit of resistance and cultural pride. 'Chant Down Babylon' is significant for its comprehensive representation of Burning Spear's contributions to reggae, particularly in advocating for African heritage and social justice. The anthology has been praised for its critical reception, earning spots on various 'best of' lists and solidifying his legacy within the roots reggae genre. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Chant Down Babylon: The Island Anthology sound like?
A powerful collection blending prophetic lyrics with deep bass rhythms that evoke the spirit of resistance and cultural pride. Rooted in dub music and roots reggae.
What makes Chant Down Babylon: The Island Anthology by Burning Spear notable?
'Chant Down Babylon' is significant for its comprehensive representation of Burning Spear's contributions to reggae, particularly in advocating for African heritage and social justice. The anthology has been praised for its critical reception, earning spots on various 'best of' lists and solidifying his legacy within the roots reggae genre. By 1996, Burning Spear had solidified his status as a reggae icon, following critically acclaimed albums like 'Marcus Garvey' (1975) and 'Social Living' (1980). 'Chant Down Babylon: The Island Anthology' serves as a retrospective showcasing his influential work over two decades, reflecting both his artistic evolution and the socio-political messages he imparted through music.
How many songs are on Chant Down Babylon: The Island Anthology?
Chant Down Babylon: The Island Anthology has 35 tracks, running approximately 149 minutes.
Tracklist
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Disc 1
- 1 Marcus Garvey Standout 3:25
- 2 Slavery Days Standout 3:32
- 3 I & I Survive 3:52
- 4 Old Marcus Garvey 4:01
- 5 Tradition 3:30
- 6 The Invasion (A.K.A. Black Wa-Da-Da) 5:34
- 7 Door Peep 2:40
- 8 No More War Standout 3:21
- 9 Black Soul 3:27
- 10 Man in the Hills 4:01
- 11 Cultivation 4:09
- 12 The Sun 3:45
- 13 It’s a Long Way Around 3:10
- 14 Throw Down Your Arms 4:08
- 15 Dry & Heavy 3:32
- 16 Black Disciples 4:29
- 17 The Lion (live) 6:07
- 18 Jordan River (live) 4:53
- 19 Jah No Dead 2:09
Disc 2
- 1 Marcus Children Suffer 4:39
- 2 Social Living 7:46
- 3 Marcus Say Jah No Dead 3:53
- 4 Nyah Keith 4:04
- 5 Civilize Reggae 5:48
- 6 Mek We Dweet 4:20
- 7 My Roots 4:23
- 8 Recall Some Great Men 4:12
- 9 Great Men’s Dub 4:14
- 10 One People 4:12
- 11 African Woman 4:18
- 12 Jah Kingdom 4:01
- 13 Praise Him 4:06
- 14 Should I 4:15
- 15 Estimated Prophet 6:52
- 16 Thank You 4:24
Release Date
January 1, 1996
Artist Origin
Jamaica
Runtime
149 min 30 sec
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