Customer Reviews

Two Sevens Clash

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This recording is a classic. Every song is good, but the sound quality is poor on this particular CD. I don't know what it is. Indie reggae CDs have this habit of careless mixes that have a lot of background noise. Anoyne who buys a lot of reggae music will recognize the rough sound on this CD as representative of that. It's really frustrating because good quality mixes are out there. For example, the song "Two Sevens Clash" is pristine on the "various artists" box set, The Story of Jamaican Music, so you know there's clean tape out there. Why is it, then, that Sanachie's release here sounds so rough? I give this five-star album only three stars because Sanachie messed it up.

I just started getting some serious roots together when I came accross the many references to this LP.

I was dubious 1) of the universal praise given to this record 2) the dodgy cover, and when I got it 3) the production. BUT: After a couple of pleasant enough plays, this record, every track, will get under your skin (so much so that after a couple of plays I was sure they must be covers).

The music is outstanding yet understated, the lyrics and vocals are among the best I've heard in any genre. It's just magnificent through and through, so don't hesitate to buy it.

Culture is one the many great roots reggae groups who have unfortunately been dwarfed by the legend of Bob Marley. While they never had the international appeal of Marley, their music is certianly of a similar class. Two Sevens Clash is their debut album and remains not only their best, but one of the best reggae albums ever committed to tape. Culture consists of the standard male vocal trio, fronted by Joseph Hill. Hill is also the primary songwriter and a devout Rastafarian. Hill has an incredible vocal presence, they sound more like prophecy than song. He and the rest of group are impassioned and inspired throughout this album littered with classics. The songs are excellently produced without losing any of the fire and menace. The title track is the acknowledged classic, but songs like "The Black Starliner" and "I'm Not Afraid" are of an equally torrid level. Recommended for anyone looking to explore reggae.

This is a great Culture release no question. But pick up these other equally classis Culture releases that know one seems to know about or talk about- INTERNATIONAL HERB & HARDER THEN THE REST. They are just as good as 2-7s Clash or better. Then you will want to get 7 or 8 other great Culture Cd's. Joeseph Hill is da man.

this is a good album but international herb is better. the latter album is a good introduction to the group. i saw culture in concert recently and most of the songs performed were from IH.there are some good songs on this album. you cannot go wrong with the title song. marcus garvey's black starliner is a common theme throughout the album (this is one of the album's high points). favorite songs on the albums are: get ready to ride the lion to zion, black starliner must come, see them a come, natty dread taking over (which is wickedly good), and of course, two seven clash.

Only four reviews? I must confess that I, too, was indoctrinated into the sounds of reggae via the soundtrack "The Harder They Come" and "Burnin'" (which is a first rate album) by the Wailers. But make no mistake about it--"Two Sevens Clash," Culture's first (international) release is a classic mixture of religion, roots, and Rastafari. Although the album's production has been harshly criticized (as well it should), the songs are first rate, especially "Calling Rasta fari," "Black Starliner Must Come," and "Pirate Days." An absolute must.

I picked up this cd mostly off of recommendations/reviews from Amazon. At first I didn't see what the attraction was to this album. Sure it was good, solid reggae, but nothing special. But with more listens it would hook itself into me more and more.

Joseph Hill's voice becomes rather hypnotic, and the smooth grooves just let you relax. This album has managed to secure itself as a staple in my music diet, I recommend it for people looking for a new reggae experience.

There are so many different things that I could say about Culture, but I'll let the music do most of the talking for me.

All that I need to mention is to listen to the purity of the harmonies and the voices of Joseph Hill, Albert Walker, and Kenneth Dayes on the title track. Then listen to it again. Then again. It will grow on you more with each listening. The rest of the lp is also that immaculate.

Culture, like so many other mid-late 70's reggae acts, were dwarfed by Bob Marley and the Wailers, but this stunning debut proves that Culture should have been internationally known, as well.

Now we have a chance to help them acheieve a modicum of success. Get this lp.

all fans of reggae need this album. an absolutely great piece of work. fantastic melodies, rhythms, and harmonies. sheer joy radiates from the performances. this is music with a big heart and soul. "i'm alone in the wilderness," baby. yes i am. this is stirring stuff to lift one up. a great place to introduce yourself to reggae if you haven't gone there yet. and a must for any reggae collection.

This album may not reach you at first, but beware after a dozen listens you will be totally mesmerised. This simmering, hynotic music blended with Hill's old testament preaching/singing style blended with the slightly off-kilter harmonies will get you. Virtually every track is a classic not just of its genre but of music in its entirity. Anyone used to bland chart music and trite love songs, this is not for you. Nearly every track is shimmering with a deep sprirituality, that I guarantee will seep deep inside you, all the more so with truly joyous music that accompanies it. Truly listen and wonder.