Customer Reviews

Abdel Wright

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I have had the honor of seeing Abdel Wright perform live and while it may be felt that his importance goes only as far as 'record sales or distribution ranges' i attest to Abdel's passion and depth towards the messages in the music and the realities of Jamaica. It may also be said that the music is 'radio friendly' but the music of Bob Marley that is heard today was also made radio friendly by Chris Blackwell when he marketed Marley to the world as he too understood that sometimes people only listen to real talent when they are coaxed. I believe that indeed time will tell and people will one day see how true and real Abdel Wright really is.

U2's Bono described Abdel as the most significant musician to come out of Jamaica since Bob Marley. If he continues releasing albums of this quality, that will prove very true. I bought it after hearing Quicksand, and expected it to be more or less reggae. It is reggae in some ways, but owes just as much to acoustic folk and even country music. I don't know what to call it but "good"... I certainly hope he generates enough commercial success to ensure a steady flow of albums and tours, because this guy's music is really good.

Abdel Wright is great! His politically fired lyrics and topics show what corruption is still in the world today. The hit, Quicksand, has a great sound with harmonica, drums, and other instruments. The whole CD is great for any fan of reggae or music in general. It has a soft sound with good words.

I like this album because it is different from any other cds I have. It's not another Bob Marley, it is its own type of Reggae. It is really a mixture of Reggae and Folk. This is obvious because of Abdel Wright's integration of acoustic guitar and harmonica. Another important part of his music seems to be that each song seems to stand for an issue or something of more importance than one of his girlfriends. He has been praised by rock stars like Bono. If you took the initiative to remember his name, look him up on amazon and read my review than it is probably worth the risk to purchase the album.

Sure this album is easier to ingest than the vast majority of jamaican exports, and cross-genre experiments are always fresh and interesting; yet this artist's message and delivery are in no way comparable to Bob Marley. Bob Marley was a timeless performer sharing the roots reggae movement with the world. Mr. Wright makes pop music that is radio friendly internationally. The importance of the artist means so much more than record sales or distribution ranges. Don't get me wrong, the album is pleasant; but time will tell its importance.