Dry & Heavy
Burning Spear · 1977
32 min · 9 tracks · dub music · roots reggae
A vibrant blend of roots reggae rhythms infused with intricate dub soundscapes and powerful lyrical messages.
Dry & Heavy is an album by Burning Spear, released in 1977. A vibrant blend of roots reggae rhythms infused with intricate dub soundscapes and powerful lyrical messages. 'Dry & Heavy' is significant for its enduring impact on the roots reggae genre, receiving critical acclaim and influencing countless artists. The album features the track 'Throw Down Your Arms,' which became a pivotal anthem for peace and resistance, showcasing the power of reggae as a vehicle for social commentary. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Dry & Heavy sound like?
A vibrant blend of roots reggae rhythms infused with intricate dub soundscapes and powerful lyrical messages. Rooted in dub music and roots reggae.
What makes Dry & Heavy by Burning Spear notable?
'Dry & Heavy' is significant for its enduring impact on the roots reggae genre, receiving critical acclaim and influencing countless artists. The album features the track 'Throw Down Your Arms,' which became a pivotal anthem for peace and resistance, showcasing the power of reggae as a vehicle for social commentary. In 1977, Burning Spear was solidifying their place in reggae music after their acclaimed album 'Marcus Garvey' released in 1973. 'Dry & Heavy' followed as a showcase of their deepening artistry, further establishing Spear's commitment to spiritual and political themes within his music.
How many songs are on Dry & Heavy?
Dry & Heavy has 9 tracks, running approximately 32 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 Any River Standout 3:19
- 2 The Sun 3:43
- 3 It's a Long Way Around 3:07
- 4 I W.I.N. 3:47
- 5 Throw Down Your Arms Standout 4:05
- 6 Dry & Heavy 3:29
- 7 Wailing 2:48
- 8 Black Disciples Standout 4:25
- 9 Shout It Out 3:27
Release Date
July 1, 1977
Artist Origin
Jamaica
Runtime
32 min 14 sec
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