Kings & Queens by John Brown's Body - Uhune

ALBUM

John Brown’s Body is a mainstay of the U.S. reggae scene for good reason. Its so-called “future roots” fusion of traditional roots-reggae grooves, modern dub sounds, socially conscious lyrics, and sharp horn charts connects with even the most hard-to-please reggae fans. (Even established Jamaican musicians give the band props.) Its eighth studio album (and first since 2008’s Amplify), Kings and Queens finds the band further refining this sound and tying it together as a singular whole. Thus, tunes like the hard-hitting “Step Inside,” the urgent reggae-with-a-message of “Empty Hands,” the slow epic grooves of “Deep Summer,” and the playful electronic dance of “Searchlight” all sit comfortably together. Also notable is the continuing development of lead singer and songwriter Elliot Martin, whose delivery can stand up to the top-notch backing this eight-piece band gives him. Those seeking Jamaican-style music that lives in the here and now could do much worse.

1. Step Inside

by John Brown's Body

Primary Artist: John Brown's Body; Main Performer
Composer: Elliott Martin; Composer
Producer: Elliott Martin; Production

2. Invitation

by John Brown's Body

Primary Artist: John Brown's Body; Main Performer
Composer: Elliott Martin; Composer
Producer: Elliott Martin; Production

3. Plantation

by John Brown's Body

Primary Artist: John Brown's Body; Main Performer
Composer: Elliott Martin; Composer
Producer: Elliott Martin; Production

4. Empty Hands

by John Brown's Body

Primary Artist: John Brown's Body; Main Performer
Composer: Elliott Martin
Jhakeem Haltom; Composer
Producer: Elliott Martin; Production

5. Fall on Deep

by John Brown's Body

Primary Artist: John Brown's Body; Main Performer
Composer: Elliott Martin; Composer
Producer: Elliott Martin; Production

6. Dust Bowl

by John Brown's Body

Primary Artist: John Brown's Body; Main Performer
Composer: Elliott Martin; Composer
Producer: Elliott Martin; Production

7. Shine Bright

by John Brown's Body

Primary Artist: John Brown's Body; Main Performer
Composer: Elliott Martin; Composer
Producer: Elliott Martin; Production

8. The Battle

by John Brown's Body

Primary Artist: John Brown's Body; Main Performer
Composer: Elliott Martin; Composer
Producer: Elliott Martin; Production

9. Starver

by John Brown's Body

Primary Artist: John Brown's Body; Main Performer
Composer: Elliott Martin; Composer
Producer: Elliott Martin; Production

10. Old John Brown

by John Brown's Body

Primary Artist: John Brown's Body; Main Performer
Composer: Elliott Martin; Composer
Producer: Elliott Martin; Production

11. Deep Summer

by John Brown's Body

Primary Artist: John Brown's Body; Main Performer
Composer: Elliott Martin
Nate Richardson; Composer
Producer: Elliott Martin; Production

12. Searchlight

by John Brown's Body

Primary Artist: John Brown's Body; Main Performer
Composer: Elliott Martin; Composer
Producer: Elliott Martin; Production

Technical Specifications

Volume

1 volume only

Tracks

12 tracks available

Type

ALBUM

Format

Digital Media

Duration

1 hour, 2 minutes and 3 seconds

Explicit

None

Coverart

Available and up to 1400x1400 px

Booklet

Not available

Max Quality

CD Quality (Lossless)

16bit / 44.1 kHz

Stereo

Audio Extension

Lossless: FLAC, M4A, WAV, WV, AIFF

Lossy: AAC, MP3, M4A, MP4, OGA, OGG, OPUS, WMA

Archive Format

Available in these formats: ZIP, TAR, RAR

Lyrics

All tracks have lyrics

Synchronized Lyrics

4/12 tracks have synced lyrics

Genres

Reggae, World, Roots Reggae

Label

Easy Star

Music Distribution Service

RED

Country

United States

Language

English (United States)

Popularity

Release Date

Apr 15, 2013

Track Preview

Available

Delivery Charge

Free

Delivery Method

Digital download link via Email or Personal Dashboard on this site

UPC

886443874008