CARIBBEAN PULSE 'STAND UP'

California–based Caribbean Pulse is one of the most successful non-Jamaican reggae bands of recent years. ‘Dry Your Eyes’ , their hit in combination with Tony Rebel , has attracted so much attention in the Reggae world ( Jamaica included) and is included here as one of the gems of this very strong set. ‘Stand up’ is an album with a considerable freshness and energy, the work of a very dapper group of musicians and vocalists (Ezzy Judah, vocals and percussions – Jason, bass – La Niece, vocals - Billy, guitar ) which includes also such masters as Santa Davis. Thus, their elegant reggae, often blended with RB and pop fragrance, remains genuine and authentic, while targeting to a pop oriented audience too. The thing I like the most in this very good album is the voice of lead singer Ezzy Judah from Belize, who performs over a roots style of singing very soulful and original, even if reminiscent of the style of people like Freddie McGregor and Dennis Brown. The highlights in this set are the uplifting ‘Victory’, ‘Freedom’ and the title track ‘Stand Up’. In conclusion, a very nice surprise from a group who has already entered the international reggae stardom. rASwALTER

Label  IRIE RECORDS