Blessings is a haunting roots vocal produced by London's Sista Women In Reggae team and, tragically, the last record made by Vyris Edghill before her untimely death in July 2002.
Underpinning the spare, bass heavy production is Jackie Mittoo's great, and infrequently used, Jericho Rock rhythm for Studio One. Understated back up vocals from the Women In Reggae crew, an echoed keyboard riff like a shower of rain, the intensity and restraint of Vyris Edgehill's own vocal delivery all build the intensity and heavy roots pressure. A veritable quiet storm and an absolute must for fans of UK roots music.
On the other side Focus is another bonus for roots fans, a spirited, militant sing-jay style attack on the same rhythm from Trilla Jenna in the style of such reality DJs as Sizzla and Warrior King.
In the words of SISTA Women In Reggae:
SISTA Women In Reggae can be reached at:
info@SISTAwomeninreggae.com
www.SISTAwomeninreggae
November 2002