Roots, Resistance and Redemption - the rise of rastafari

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As griots use the spoken word to convey messages of hope and truth(s), this series with its original music score and theatre like presentation complement the words scribed by the author Maurice Bryan.

The audiotheatre series is melodic, contemporary and historically relevant to the lives of African people worldwide. As in the book, it recites the story of the rastafari movement, adding additional historical information along the way this includes Nyabingi songs passed down by the ancestors, theatrical skits, drumming and acappela chants. The musical composition composed and arranged by ras kagiso mpala introduces the listener to a pan-African ensemble of thunderous beats inspired from Jamaica and Ethiopia.

This work is profound, necessary and contemporary. The rise of Rastafari is necessary listening for those wishing a greater understanding of present African-centered realities.

Over the past 60 years, a distinctive philosophy of African redemption developed in the Caribbean. It has since had a significant impact on the minds of African people everywhere. Its influence on inner attitudes, and outward visible symbols, can be seen among young Africans in the diaspora, and on the African continent itself. It has also made its presence felt in popular styles and cultures of the entire planet. This movement, which has no leaders or spokespersons, had its origins in the history of Jamaica, but the fact that it has evolved to become an inspiration for so many millions around the world is an indication of the universal nature of the beliefs and range of ideas which have gone into its development. This audio book is a brief attempt to trace the history of some of the elements which have contributed to the development of the worldwide movement of African redemption that is commonly known as RASTAFARI.

Product Description
This CD sampler accompanies the books rich literary work. With its original soundtrack and musical score, the audio piece provides additional sensory richness not often found when reading historical information. For 73 minutes the listener will enjoy the spoken word of three original and dedicated artists concerned with the breadth of african history and contribution to world civilization.

Roots, Resistance and Redemption - the rise of rastafari

Roots, Resistance and Redemption - the rise of rastafari,Various Artists

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Roots, Resistance and Redemption - the rise of rastafari Various Artists ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | International | Styles | Music General | Reggae | International | Styles | Music General | Reggae | Compilations | International | Styles | Music General | International | Indie Music | Stores | Music Reggae | International | Indie Music | Stores | Music General | Soundtracks | Indie Music | Stores | Music ASIN: B00000HXIM Release Date: 1997-06-12

Tracks:

1. Memories of Home (Ras Kagiso Mpala, John Nzakamulilo)
2. Maroons (Ras Kagiso Mpala, Xochi Bryan)
3. Traditions of Resistance (Ras Kagiso Mpala)
4. Interlude (Ras Kagiso Mpala)
5. The Origins of Rastafari (Ras Kagiso Mpala)
6. Rastafari Beliefs (Ras Kagiso Mpala)
7. Interlude (Ras Kagiso Mpala)
8. Give Black God the Glory (Ras Kagiso Mpala, Xochi Bryan)
9. Babylon (Ras Kagiso Mpala, Xochi Bryan)
10. The Lion of Judah (Ras Kagiso Mpala, Xochi Bryan, John Nzakamulilo)
11. Interlude (Ras Kagiso Mpala)
12. Nyabingi and Mau Mau (Ras Kagiso Mpala, Xochi Bryan)
13. Dreadlocks (Ras Kagiso Mpala, John Nzakamulilo)
14. Ganja - Roots and Herbs (Ras Kagiso Mpala, Xochi Bryan)
15. Interlude (Ras Kagiso Mpala)
16. Interlude (Ras Kagiso Mpala)
17. Rasta Worldwide (Ras Kagiso Mpala)
18. Word Sound and Power (Ras Kagiso Mpala, Xochi Bryan)
19. Reggae - Come Leh We Chant Down Babylon (Ras Kagiso Mpala, John Nzakamulilo)
20. Jah Live (Ras Kagiso Mpala, Xochi Bryan)
21. After Selassie (Ras Kagiso Mpala)
22. Dreads (Ras Kagiso Mpala, John Nzakamulilo)
23. New Pan Africa (Ras Kagiso Mpala, John Nzakamulilo)
24. Stepping Into the Future (Ras Kagiso Mpala, Xochi Bryan)
25. Redemption Song (Ras Kagiso Mpala)

Album Description

This CD sampler accompanies the books rich literary work. With its original soundtrack and musical score, the audio piece provides additional sensory richness not often found when reading historical information. For 73 minutes the listener will enjoy the spoken word of three original and dedicated artists concerned with the breadth of african history and contribution to world civilization.

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