Name: Aswad (Black History Month)
Brand: Aswad

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5541131

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Black

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Limited edition

Release date

2023-10-06

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Universal

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Standard:20

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0602455411310

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Black LP

Artist

Aswad

Genre GB

Reggae / Dub

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Formed in the Ladbroke Grove area of West London in 1974, *Aswad* is a reggae band led by the trio of Brinsley "Dan" Forde on vocals and rhythm guitar, Angus "Drummie Zeb" Gaye on vocals and drums, and Tony "Gad" Robinson on bass. With two of the founder members still performing today, Drummie Zeb and Tony Gad, *Aswad* has become an influential force in the reggae music scene.

Known for their captivating live performances and infectious grooves, *Aswad* has established themselves as one of the pioneers of British reggae. Their unique blend of roots reggae with elements of R&B, soul, and pop has garnered them a dedicated fan base worldwide.

Inspired by legendary artists such as Third World, The Abyssinians, Culture, Black Uhuru, Steel Pulse, Israel Vibration and many more from the reggae genre; *Aswad* continues to create timeless music that resonates with audiences across generations. Their discography boasts hits like "Don't Turn Around," "Shine," and "Give a Little Love."

Restored classics, rare finds, and sought-after releases. Whether you're a vinyl enthusiast or a tape collector, we have something for everyone.

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Aswad has proven to be one of Britain's most influential and enduring reggae acts. Though later releases would find the group exploring more commercially oriented, r&amp;b-flavoured reggae (and garnering crossover chart success as a result), their self-titled debut for mango is a satisfying set of straightforward roots music. For the most part, the album traffics in floating, downtempo grooves, as on the instrumental 'Red Up' and the surging 'Natural Progression'. In addition to their bright, guitar / keys interplay and air-tight rhythms, four of Aswad's five members sing, and the album is filled with strong solo and group vocal performances - the gospel-touched 'Can't Stand the Pressure', for example, and 'Back to Africa', Aswad's first single. The band also takes a cue from classic dub, as on the echoing soundscapes of 'Ethiopianrhapsody', in which harmonica and flamenco guitar wind through a heady rhythm vamp. While Aswad's lyrics address conventional rastafarian themes, and their commitment to roots reggae is unwavering, there are hints here of the jazzy instrumental flair and the influence of American soul (especially in the singing and phrasing) that would come to dominate their later work. in all, Aswad is a strong first statement from this high - profile outfit.

Aswad  (Black History Month)

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Discover Aswad by Aswad on CD. This influential reggae debut from Aswad features strong vocals and a mix of roots and commercial sounds.