40 Oz. To Freedom - Sublime (Punk)

Advantages: Great lyrics, melody, instrument-playing, DJing
Disadvantages: Bradley isn't alive to make any more great music

...go with Sublime's debut album: 40 Oz To Freedom. Sublime played a vast range of styles, from reggae to hardcore and 40 Oz is no exception. Every track is full of melody, great lyrics, and very talented musicianship. Eric's fantastic bass-playing, Bud's various rhythms, Marshall Goodman's slick turntablism, and Brad's powerful vocals all combine to form the band's sound. Track-By-Track Review: ***** - Blinding **** - Excellent *** - Very Good ...
...a slow rhythm *** 40 Oz. To Freedom: - A Sublime classic with a distorted chorus and chilled verses. ***** Smoke Two Joints: - This is a cover of a Toyes song about the joys of the cannabis plant. I personally think that the Sublime version is superior to the original, despite the lack of all the original's lyrics. ***** We're Only Gonna Die For Our Arrogance: - A storming cover of the classic Bad Religion song performed with a ska-infused ... Read review

Advantages: Potentially timeless, vast musical spectrum
Disadvantages: Not many

This album is arguably the best offering from rap/reggae/punk fusion band , Sublime. The untimely demise of the lead singer in a very rock 'n' roll manner means that with no new releases, its a good job that this album is so good. Almost thirty tracks confirms its status as one of those value for money albums and there are so many stand out tracks on this record that it would futile to list them. The album has a very free-flowing feel to it, however, ...
...or consistency. I prefer to say that this is a reflection on its raw grit and energy. Most people would struggle to avoid finding a track they like on here and if any of the three above genres interest you then this will be right up your street. There is a cover of 'Rivers of Babylon' which is blissfully relaxing and will appeal to fans of the old-school reggae style. While the constant switching and changing of the musical stylings means that the ... Read review

Advantages: Really great songs written with much care and thought
Disadvantages: Too much crammed on

40oz to Freedom is the first release by Ska/reggea/hiphop legends Sublime. Being a huge Sublime fan, i have to say this is my favourite album, it includes some really effective and funky samples mixed with Brad's unique, soft and quite simply stunning vocal style. He likes a good old guitar solo does Brad, and theres certainly no lacking of that here. Upbeat drumming and smooth basslines ensure that every tune on this album is going to stick in your ...
...this album except for the idea that just maybe, there are one too many songs crammed on which are repeated on other Sublime albums. Considering that point from the perspective of someone whos never heard Sublime before, this album would be a great first purchase to get you started and into a band who quite frankly, "OWN" the ska/punk and always have. This has to be one of the best albums by one of the best and most talented bands ever to grace God's ... Read review