The Black Album captures Lee Scratch Perry continuing his signature journey through reggae’s landscape, blending bright, major-key melodies with reflective, stream-of-consciousness lyricism. Released by Upsetter in 2018, the album features Perry’s inimitable presence, harmonizing back-up vocals, and signature touches on flute and melodica, creating an unmistakable sonic palette.
This collection moves between uplifting and dark moods, with tracks like “Your Shadow Is Black” and the dramatic “Dead Meat” highlighting Perry’s unique blend of playfulness and introspection. Packaged in a gatefold sleeve, The Black Album is a noteworthy addition for fans intrigued by Perry’s late-career experiments and his ever-evolving approach to reggae music.
- Format: Vinyl
- Label: Upsetter
- Genre: Reggae
- Release Date: 10/12/2018
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TRACKS
A1. Mr Brown In Town
A2. Mr Brown Dub
A3. Trendsetter
A4. Trendsetting Dub
B1. Your Shadow Is Black
B2. Your Shadow Is Dub
B3. Dead Meat
B4. Dead Meat Dub
C1. Dub At Abbey Road
C2. Abbey Road Version
C3. Bumpy Road Of Life
C4. Bumpy Dub
C5. Captain Perry
D1. Captain Dub
D2. Killing Dancehall Softly
D3. Killing Dub
D4. Solid State Communication
D5. Solid State Dub
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