BETTER DAYS / STATION UNDERGROUND NEWS (7")

Description

“Better Days” is a strikingly beautiful anthem built around the Carltons’ breathtaking harmonies and a patient, rolling, minimalist Reggae rhythm made of syncopated drums and a gentle horn section in background, hence serving the strong vocal delivery even further. Without forgetting the equally beautiful lyrics delivering a powerful message of resilience, optimism and faith. Beautiful harmonies, minimalist rhythm and uplifting lyrics all together make “Better Days” one of the Shoes most enduring performances and a Reggae masterpiece that invites to both reflection and musical delight...   “Station Underground News” was in fact the A track on the original 1973 single with Lee Perry credited as “King Koba”. It is a subterranean journey through Perry’s imagination. Built from a skeletal rhythm track, the piece unfolds as a series of musical interventions: echoing vocals, fractured percussion, Funky manipulations and more. This little know tracks capture perfectly Perry’s trademark blend of Jamaican musical textures, off kilter rhythms, experimentations and unbridled whimsy and creativity… Enjoy!