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Man in the Hills
Reggae / Dub · 1976 · 6 tracks

Man in the Hills

Burning Spear

August 18, 1976 · Island Records

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A gentle, sun-drenched meditation on the peace found in a simple, rural life.

Tracklist · 6 Tracks
02
It’s Good
2:46
05
Lion
3:14
06
People Get Ready
3:23
07
Children
3:44
08
Mother
3:37
10
Groovy
3:54
Moments Worth Listening For
The title track's opening bassline which feels like a slow walk up a steep hill.
The way the brass section on 'It's Good' punctuates the spaces between the vocal chants with a somber, regal tone.
The hypnotic, circular repetition of the word 'groovy' that transforms a simple pop sentiment into a meditative mantra.
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