Gotcha - Ernest Ranglin

Advantages: Great fun music. Sunshine on a rainy day...
Disadvantages: Watch out if you have a dodgy back!

...The Rockers Satta Massagana 54-46 (Was My Number) Ball Of Fire Black Disciples Bourbon Street Skank None Shall Escape The Judgement Nana's Chalk Pipe Below The Bassline And a muscicians list (also easily available off the 'net) Ernest Ranglin Guitar Gary Mayone Percussion & Keyboards Idris Muhammad Drums Ira Coleman Acoustic Bass Monty Alexander Piano & Melodica (also Producer) Roland Alphonso Soprano & Tenor Sax Please forgive me for not ranting on about each of these guys, but as I have already said I'm no expert on Reggae - I just love this album - and I'm sure there is plenty elsewhere about each of them. In summary, why do I like this album? Its fun. Pure and simple. Its sounds like the guys had fun when they made it, it draws you into it and gets you moving and emotionaly involved. If you can sit still and listen... Read review

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Advantages: Kelis' vocals, hot remixes.. generally great song!
Disadvantages: Slightly odd video!

...I'm not a fan of ODB, but "Baby I Gotcha Money" (a collaboration with Kelis) is definitely worth hearing. I don't know what makes it so appealing, but Kelis' vocals definitely have something to do with it, as do the funky remixes that have been springing up in clubs and on garage complilations lately. Okay, so it's not meaningful or thought-provoking. But it's cool, and even if you're not usually a rap/R&B fan I think you might manage to muster some enthusiasm for this one. Keep your eyes open for it because, simply, it rocks.... Read review

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Advantages: That yu can still buy this all time classic
Disadvantages: none whatsoever

...the rapping. Different base lines giving you a bit of a headache! 12. I Gotcha Back 'I gotcha back but your best to watch your front'. Lyrically superb, but the music is still pretty messy! 13. BIBLE (Basic Instructions Before Leaving Earth) I find this track quite uplifting. The heavy base with light piano playing gives a good sound. Even the rapping seems peaceful (in a heavy hip hop way.) A great end t a great album. So to conclude if you haven't heard of this album, why not? If you've heard of it but haven't bought it, double why not? No one will be disappointed with this album, it's a must for all collections! PRAISE TO GZA AND THE WUTANG CLAN! PEACE!!... Read review

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