Customer Reviews

African Herbsman

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Shalom, Bernstein. I heartily agree with your review(see below). But the "tinny" sound just comes with the territory (sometimes) when you delve into the older Wailers recordings. If you are new to the Wailers, this would not be my first recommendation, but it is a very fine album none the less, worthy of inclusion in any Marley collection. However, may I also recommend an alternative... "Bob Marley and The Wailers: The Early Years". You'll get a lot of the same songs, plus other great hard to find tunes, plus better sound. I normally hesitate to recommend "greatest hits" type albums but this one is exceptional and a safe bet if you're unable to collect each individual album from Bob's early work. Also, if you like "African Herbsman" or "...The Early Years" check out "Rasta Revolution"...a groundbreaking and overlooked gem, in my opinion. Any of the above mentioned albums are an excellent way to explore Bob's music before the more commercial Chris Blackwell production values came into the picture.

This was one of the first reggae albums I ever had and truly listened to. It's the best Bob Marley album that you've never heard of. If you love the scratchy sounds of STUDIO ONE and LEE PERRY, this will satisfy your soul.

Perhaps I am mis-using the review system but I have a request. Could someone with an opinion of this album please review it. I've selected a score of 5-Stars to ensure the album is not overlooked. From someone's review of another of Bob's albums, they site African Herbsman as a strong roots collection. I will likely buy it anyway, but some opinions are always good to hear.

Thanks!
SKM