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20th Anniversary Collection

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This disc has an appropriate and telling title, "Reggae Ambassadors." They were and still are one of the best bands to have surfaced despite Bob Marley getting most of the attention then and now. Third World were contemporaries of Bob Marley and I was lucky enough to have seen them both on the same stage. Third World have some of the sweetest soulful vocals that is reminiscent of the best American soul dating back to the 60's. This is not to say that the music is only reggae soul but rather a hybrid that flucuates and integrates the patois of the streets.There music is the best of both worlds with a highly polished yet raw sound. The songs featured on this disc are some of their best songs from the various LP's they released.There are several live songs, including "Jah Glory," "African Woman," and "Breaking Up is Hard to Do." The two discs features songs from thirteen different albums so there are bound to be some songs missing. Most of the signature Third World songs are here like "96 Degrees in The Shade," "Always Around" and "Talk to Me." There are also some oddities, previously unreleased songs, DJ edits and( including a 8:15 version of "Now That We Found Love") 12 inch versions of several songs. This deluxe two disc set is part of the Looking Forward to Looking Back Chronicles where the intent is to discover again. If your reggae knowledge is limited and you are just discovering Jamaicas sweet sound than give Third World a listen. They had great vocals, sweet harmony and music that was danceable while the lyrics stimulated your mind. A great package from one the best bands to emerge from the world of reggae music.

this two disc set is a primer for those just getting their first taste of the "reggae ambasssdors" their early work fits seamlessly with their later work. i have been a fan since the mid-seventies and my entire cd collection was lost through no fault of my own. if you are just hearing them or hearing OF them this two disc set is a great starter set. there is no weak or subpar track on the set.

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stephen crockett

Nice 31 song double disk retrospective covering 1975-1992. Easily the most diverse of any reggae band, with a lot of R&B and African influences with rock guitar. Good liner notes, B&W photos and the songs are chronological. Special guests include Stevie Wonder and the Brecker Brothers.

This album is fantastic. The group comes off sharp, and in the groove!
Third World has developed into the all time classic reggae group, that is still going strong.

Truly Ire, now. I will have it for a long time and not wait a life time to hear it again.

If you are a fan of 3rd World, this is a must. It contains all of their big hits from the early 1970s up until the early 1990s. Reggae changed a great deal in those years - ranging from slow political roots reggae of the early 1970s to the disco/electro pop influence of the late 1970s/early 1980s and then to the dance hall sound of the late 1980s/early 1990s. 3rd World's music catalogue seems to change effortlessly with the times from "96 Degrees in the Shade," to "Try Jah Love," to "Commited." I am not a big fan of box sets, but this one is a must, even for those who don't know much about reggae, this will be a great intro.

Ok. 96 degrees. Brilliant stuff. Then what? Disco sell out mess. If you like roots reggae DO NOT buy this CD. Buy 96 degrees and maybe some early stuff. If you like Abba's Dancing Queen a lot, then go ahead and purchase the collection. Make sure you own some Abba first.

I imagine their agent or label suggested recording mainstream disco crossover songs with a Jamaican feel. Most of their songs are what you would expect from a band at a Montego Bay hotel. Sad as when you listen to songs on their great 96 album, you will hear some of the most unique and creative songs recorded in the genre.

el disco es una maravilla de principio a fin suena espectacular y tiene muy buenos temas, una pieza de coleccion para cualquier amante Third World, recomandado al 100%x100%..

This album is an awesome collection of reggea music. I love the usage of drums in all the songs. This album will surely bring back memories for all third world fans or give a really good introduction of reggea music to non-reggea listeners. The album just keeps you rocking the whole time through and is definately worth your money.

I enjoyed this CD enormously. But, some of the songs I love the best are not on the cd. Has anyone found Journey To Addis and The Story's Been Told? My collection would be complete. I have enjoyed this group for years. There's nothing quite like waking up to their music. Get's your blood pumpin'.