Ghetto Sunrise Album Review

I was embellished into their music after their first release One Drop Love EP. The mix of reggae, dub, and ska was a delight to the ear. Since then they have just released their first full self-titled album Ghetto Sunrise which brings a new twist to their sound in the shape of hard hitting, in your face cross of drum n bass and dubstep.

I have to confess these genres are not a favourite of mine; I would compare them to a peaceful beautiful walk along the promenade only to be interrupted by a group of football supporters singing songs about Manchester United. Join me as we go for a ride through the tapestry of a brain that loves the people, but struggles with the work.

Firstly, these guys have obvious talent in what they do, taking a complete turn in direction is not easy, but they have achieved a sound that people will enjoy no doubt. The album flowed very coherently with a good mix of different sounds within each song. It’s very easy to get caught into one sound that might work, considering the limits of such genres as dubstep, this is quite a diverse album.

I like the use of a female vocalist (Emma Petera) in Lost and Trouble The Water, the calming effect really compliments the heavy hitting beats, and steadies the flow of the songs respectively. I am a sucker for build ups, and this group really do a sterling job on slowing down the pace of a song, and then bringing it back up to a formidable arousal.