Name: Living in the Flood
Brand: Melankolic
SKU: 836003
Price: 30.84 USD
Availability: InStock

Performer Notes

Engineers include: Shane Brown, Rohan Brown, Rohan Dwyer.
Recorded at Tuff Gong Recording Studios, Grafton, Thailand and Mixing Lab Recording Studios, Jamaica.
Audio Mixers: Rohan Dwyer; Shane Brown.
Recording information: Grafton; Kariang; Mixing Lab Recording Studios, J A Macgregor Estate; Tuff Gong.
Photographer: Pete Moss.
Arranger: Clive "Azul" Hunt.
Thanks to guest appearances made on all of Massive Attack's albums, Horace Andy's name leapt beyond the boundaries of reggae. For years, the legendary vocalist had been a much-loved favorite of reggae fans. He started out Jamaica's Channel One Studios during the late '60s and early '70s alongside a stellar class of reggae vocalists that included Delroy Wilson and John Holt. Andy's distinct soprano made him stand out among this highly talented group of singers.
LIVING IN THE FLOOD finds Andy returning to the studio after a layoff of more than a decade. Using traditional reggae music as a base, the Kingston native infuses these songs with a variety of musical nuances while covering a variety of lyrical topics. His devout religious beliefs are addressed in a pair of Rasta anthems, the percolating "My Lord" and rock-steady "Seven Seals." Elsewhere, Andy touches on numerous societal woes, including the ever-present threat of violence in the poorest communities in "Johnny Too Bad" and Hollywood's glamorization of outlaw culture in the distinctly R&B-grooved "Don't Blame the Children." Other highlights include the bright and funky big beat of "Doldrums" (penned by Massive Attack's 3D) and the optimistic, melodica-soaked title track, which was co-written by Joe Strummer.

Professional Reviews

Alternative Press (3/00, p.72) - 3 out of 5 - "...remains true to his roots and encompasses his influences of more recent years....the most obvious influence is his time spent with Massive Attack....[his] voice is clear, distinct and untouched by time."

CMJ (3/13/00, p.22) - "...the artist returns to traditional melody making, resulting in a rootsy skank that has a slightly futristic feel....Good old-fashioned reggae has survived Y2K, praise be to Jah!"

Album: Living in the Flood
#	Song Title	Time
1)	After All
2)	Smiling Face
3)	Juggling
4)	My Lord
5)	Seven Seals
6)	Johnny Too Bad
7)	Doldrums
8)	Right Time
9)	True Love
10)	Living in the Flood
11)	Girl of My Dreams
12)	Some People
13)	Don't Blame the Children
14)	After All - (Fuji Mix)

Album: Living in the Flood
#	Song Title	Time
1)	After All
2)	Smiling Face
3)	Juggling
4)	My Lord
5)	Seven Seals
6)	Johnny Too Bad
7)	Doldrums
8)	Right Time
9)	True Love
10)	Living in the Flood
11)	Girl of My Dreams
12)	Some People
13)	Don't Blame the Children
14)	After All - (Fuji Mix)