CD Review: Jah Cure - True Reflections ()
Written by Mighty_com The 09 february 2008
hree days after Siccature Alcock's (Jah Cure) early parole from the Spanish Town prison where he had served eight years of a fifteen year sentence, his fourth album "True Reflections...A New Beginning" was released proving that Babylon's prison walls just could not keep this man's spirit and creative talents in captivity. "True Reflections" released on the VP records label, has many tracks that showcase Jah Cure's proclivity for Rastafari influenced Word, Sound and Power.
The fifteen tracks contained within the album, all have a very easy listening ability about them. You can tell this cd is different from his earlier works, which have a more raw, rasta rebel sound. While "True Reflections" may have a more polished character it doesn't stray too far from his foundational works.
The title track "True Reflections" is an earnest attempt to share with the listener what his experience behind those prison walls have taught him. While many of Iyah Cure's close friends and family have steadfastly maintained Cure's innocence, it is obvious that he has learned something from this experience, with him even stating "I swear that I can be a better man"
The next track is perhaps the biggest track on the album and one of the "Big" tunes of 2007. Jah Cure longside Fantan Mojah have created a new classic with, "Nah Build Great Man" Sighting up many past, prominent black leaders and freedom fighters, that have struggled against Babylon system. Yes Iyah, "nah work for Pope John," Roots and culture for iver!
Another big tune on the "drop leaf riddim" is "Longing For". A softer side of Jah Cure is displayed with his heart felt sentiment during his incarceration. Another love song on the "Guardian Angel" riddim has some real touching lyrics. This one sounds nice inna di dancehall when the selecta mixes "To Your Arms of Love" with Alaine's "Rise in Love" or Daville's "Give Thanks for What You've Got"
"Searching For A Girl" is something any man can relate to. When you find your Queen you need to let her know how yuh feel. Relationships require some relating, seen? This track is on the powerful, "Lion Paw" riddim. The following tune called "Jamaica" is a great endorsement of an even greater Island. On the "Sunshine" riddim, it is Jah Cure's Joyous vibes he holds that makes this song an island anthem.
Iyah Cure stands in opposition of brutality and violence with his anti war message in the track "Cease All War" he commands "Give up the gun thing and violence" A clear and positive message in this world of confusion. Another uplifting tune is "Share The Love" with Gentleman. This is a solid pairing, an expansion of higher heights.
On the "Seasons Riddim" Jah Cure has really created a timeless song with "Love Is". He has the ability to put heartical vibes into the words he sings. "Always a smile, counteracts a frown" This is the kind of poetry that exudes divine inspiration. Huge track...again followed up by an equally large tune "The Sound." Iyah Cure explains where the source of his meditation is found, "fill up my brain, with music, not cocaine." When a Rastaman talk 'bout word, sound, power, this is what he is referring to.
Other tracks like "What Will It Take," "Love You", "Same Way" and "Conga Man" are all solid works. "Most High Cup Full" ends the album with a spiritual vibration on the "Sun Is Shining" riddim. Sighting up the Father with praises, Haile Selassie I the First, Jah Rastafari. Last weekend was the first annual "Curefest" held in Trelawny Parish, Jamaica.
The fifteen tracks contained within the album, all have a very easy listening ability about them. You can tell this cd is different from his earlier works, which have a more raw, rasta rebel sound. While "True Reflections" may have a more polished character it doesn't stray too far from his foundational works.
The title track "True Reflections" is an earnest attempt to share with the listener what his experience behind those prison walls have taught him. While many of Iyah Cure's close friends and family have steadfastly maintained Cure's innocence, it is obvious that he has learned something from this experience, with him even stating "I swear that I can be a better man"
The next track is perhaps the biggest track on the album and one of the "Big" tunes of 2007. Jah Cure longside Fantan Mojah have created a new classic with, "Nah Build Great Man" Sighting up many past, prominent black leaders and freedom fighters, that have struggled against Babylon system. Yes Iyah, "nah work for Pope John," Roots and culture for iver!
Another big tune on the "drop leaf riddim" is "Longing For". A softer side of Jah Cure is displayed with his heart felt sentiment during his incarceration. Another love song on the "Guardian Angel" riddim has some real touching lyrics. This one sounds nice inna di dancehall when the selecta mixes "To Your Arms of Love" with Alaine's "Rise in Love" or Daville's "Give Thanks for What You've Got"
"Searching For A Girl" is something any man can relate to. When you find your Queen you need to let her know how yuh feel. Relationships require some relating, seen? This track is on the powerful, "Lion Paw" riddim. The following tune called "Jamaica" is a great endorsement of an even greater Island. On the "Sunshine" riddim, it is Jah Cure's Joyous vibes he holds that makes this song an island anthem.
Iyah Cure stands in opposition of brutality and violence with his anti war message in the track "Cease All War" he commands "Give up the gun thing and violence" A clear and positive message in this world of confusion. Another uplifting tune is "Share The Love" with Gentleman. This is a solid pairing, an expansion of higher heights.
On the "Seasons Riddim" Jah Cure has really created a timeless song with "Love Is". He has the ability to put heartical vibes into the words he sings. "Always a smile, counteracts a frown" This is the kind of poetry that exudes divine inspiration. Huge track...again followed up by an equally large tune "The Sound." Iyah Cure explains where the source of his meditation is found, "fill up my brain, with music, not cocaine." When a Rastaman talk 'bout word, sound, power, this is what he is referring to.
Other tracks like "What Will It Take," "Love You", "Same Way" and "Conga Man" are all solid works. "Most High Cup Full" ends the album with a spiritual vibration on the "Sun Is Shining" riddim. Sighting up the Father with praises, Haile Selassie I the First, Jah Rastafari. Last weekend was the first annual "Curefest" held in Trelawny Parish, Jamaica.
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