Ok, my current obsession with UK roots reggae band Misty in Roots is making me spend more money than I should on albums. For example, this one. This CD arrived a few days ago from Germany. However, upon listening to the mighty Misty in Roots play live at the BBC for John Peel it is well worth the expense. Misty in Roots is popular because they have largely stayed true to their sound since the 70s. Misty in Roots plays roots reggae music with a portion of African influence.
Misty in Roots is incredibly tight. Their sound has a groove to it. They can be hypnotic. This release spans appearances on John Peel's radio show from 1979 until 1986. My main attraction to this CD is hearing them play those early tracks in a live setting. The first 6 tracks are from '79/'80 and really capture that classic Misty in Roots sound. For a taste of what Misty in Roots sounds like on this CD, check out Bail Out. Check out this source here for the full release.
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