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Steel Pulse — Sound System
Album: Tribute to the Martyrs
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Released: 1979
Length: 2:42
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Dig the music Mr. DJ

Sound system (sound system)
Heavy rhythm
Disco jive, conquer I no.
Sound system (sound system)
Juke box jive can't cramp I style.

Sock it to me sister
Move and mash it mama
Feel the fashion father
Bop and bounce it brother..eh..

Yeh yeh yeh.....

At a boogie blues standing in the corner
Swinging to the dubs the DJ play eh..eh...eh

Dig the music Mr. DJ
Macka music wheel a spinning.
Suffer not a fe - we rhythm
Arise a humble, poor, oppressed and needy

Music dread
Brain food taste ripe
Want conciousness, well I head rest with Jah.
Seize the time
Can't stop I in I tracks no, no, no, so.

Dig the music Mr. DJ
Dig the music Mr. DJ oh wow!

Sound system (sound system)
Same old rhythm
Disco jive, drive I man wild no.
Sound system (sound system)
Got I man a swinging
Juke Box jive can't cramp I style.

Sock it to me sister
Move and mash it mama
Feel the fashion father
Bop and bounce it brother, oh wow

Real cool runnings cousin
Got to groove it granny
Got to so deh grandpa
Dip and doodle daughter
don't you dig it daddy?
Step and shuffle sonny
Hackle ankle Aunty
Bop and boogie baby
Sock it to me sister
Move it mash it mama
(3) Don't you dig it daddy
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The antidote for those too long in Babylon, man.  Jah love, One Love.
Posted 7 years ago by Wardleader    [ Reply ]
 laprincessa wrote:
My favorite SP is early 80s, True Democracy & Earth Crisis are GENIUS.
 
Agreed! Great version of this song on this cd...
Reggae Sunsplash 81: Tribute to Marley

Posted 7 years ago by JckTorance    [ Reply ]
 baltimorelovejoy wrote:
Dad! Wearing a Jamaican hat makes a bold statement about your connection to reggae music!

 
Pshaw. I've been safariing since before you were born! 


Posted 10 years ago by doktorpsilo    [ Reply ]
Love this music! Jaman!
Posted 10 years ago by helgigermany    [ Reply ]
Is that OJ on the cover?
Posted 12 years ago by On_The_Beach    [ Reply ]
..and a good recording as well..way to go rasta man ! {#Dancingbanana_2}

Posted 12 years ago by HazzeSwede    [ Reply ]
sent me straight back to summer 91 responsabilityless {#Wave} thanks
Posted 13 years ago by bucky_marshall    [ Reply ]
{#Daisy}
Posted 13 years ago by CCinSB    [ Reply ]
Know them long time! Very nice!
Posted 13 years ago by helgigermany    [ Reply ]
Kmart reggae
Posted 13 years ago by listen_n_sf    [ Reply ]
 Stingray wrote:
BEST REGGAE-BAND EVER!
 
Naw...that would be Black Uhuru! :)

Posted 13 years ago by LowPhreak    [ Reply ]
BEST REGGAE-BAND EVER!
Posted 14 years ago by Stingray    [ Reply ]
Here comes the sun in my gray limenian day.
Thank you, Bill!
Posted 14 years ago by CoYoT51    [ Reply ]
BILL -
Play the version of Time Will Tell from this album!! It's amazing. You'll find that your heart beats to the rhythm
Posted 14 years ago by scrubbrush    [ Reply ]
I'd take reggae over classic rock any day!
Posted 14 years ago by lysisphere    [ Reply ]
great stuff that.just made me realize my copy of the handsworth revolution has not been played for some years.cheers bill/rebecca and whom ever it was that uploaded the track.
Posted 14 years ago by betsyroks    [ Reply ]
More Reggae, Dub & Ska please Bill.
Ignore those too narrow minded to appreciate it, they need their horizons broadening and their minds expanded. That's why we listen to RP.
Posted 14 years ago by Dillinquent    [ Reply ]
 Oscar_the_Grouch wrote:

....Bill doesn't get paid for this and we get it for mostly free and the spoiled little brats have the nerve to bitch about it. Said people have: No class, no balls, no brains. That coming from a green dude that lives in a trash can too !

 
{#Clap}

Posted 14 years ago by kaybee    [ Reply ]
meh.
Posted 14 years ago by lily34    [ Reply ]
 Oscar_the_Grouch wrote:

This, very this.

I'm actually taken to trolling as many of the whiners and snivelers thus as I have the time for.

Bill doesn't get paid for this and we get it for mostly free and the spoiled little brats have the nerve to bitch about it. Said people have: No class, no balls, no brains. That coming from a green dude that lives in a trash can too !
 
He doesn't play rap, why this?
Posted 15 years ago by ezzyme    [ Reply ]
Jah mon.
Posted 15 years ago by derekd    [ Reply ]
 vallatese wrote:
I am always surprised by the number of people who listen to an "eclectic" station, and then complain about some type of music that is played on such a venue.
 
This, very this.

I'm actually taken to trolling as many of the whiners and snivelers thus as I have the time for.

Bill doesn't get paid for this and we get it for mostly free and the spoiled little brats have the nerve to bitch about it. Said people have: No class, no balls, no brains. That coming from a green dude that lives in a trash can too !

Posted 15 years ago by Oscar_the_Grouch    [ Reply ]
From the first few notes, I always think I'm going to be treated to a Zappa song{#Cry}
Posted 16 years ago by oldman    [ Reply ]
Dad! Wearing a Jamaican hat makes a bold statement about your connection to reggae music!
Posted 16 years ago by baltimorelovejoy    [ Reply ]
Ixion wrote:
Not a huge reggae fan either, but these guys play in my hometown on a regular basis; their live show is NOT to be missed... Roll a fat one, sit back and soak up the vibes...
you are a lucky sod


Posted 16 years ago by lophrequa    [ Reply ]
 vallatese wrote:
I am always surprised by the number of people who listen to an "eclectic" station, and then complain about some type of music that is played on such a venue.

 

I hadn't thought of that.

Still think RP plays too much Radiohead though —- kind of "anti eclectic", if you will.
Posted 16 years ago by keller1    [ Reply ]
Did he say "We play music that's a cliche"?
Posted 16 years ago by sfListener    [ Reply ]
LOVE REGGAE
Posted 16 years ago by EssexTex    [ Reply ]
We were doing so well...
Posted 16 years ago by MojoJojo    [ Reply ]
lordgeezer wrote:
I wish I had some grass to light up :o( Instead I am sat here stone cold sober :o(((((((( Listening the vibes skim of my head like waves on a rock.
Amsterdam is just an hour away from you, lucky you!
Posted 16 years ago by a_genuine_find    [ Reply ]
Now THATS a jiffy pop hat!
Posted 16 years ago by a_genuine_find    [ Reply ]
I wish I had some grass to light up :o( Instead I am sat here stone cold sober :o(((((((( Listening the vibes skim off my head like waves on a rock.
Posted 16 years ago by lordgeezer    [ Reply ]
Not a huge reggae fan either, but these guys play in my hometown on a regular basis; their live show is NOT to be missed... Roll a fat one, sit back and soak up the vibes...
Posted 17 years ago by Ixion    [ Reply ]
I love this one
Posted 17 years ago by Darla_j    [ Reply ]
My favorite SP is early 80s, True Democracy & Earth Crisis are GENIUS.
Posted 17 years ago by laprincessa    [ Reply ]
fuh2 wrote:
Reggae haters need to take a vacation to refresh their soul. The Caribbean would be a good start.
Bless you and may the force be with you.
Posted 17 years ago by maxmox    [ Reply ]
GanjaGood wrote:
Wish I had some Lambs Bread right now!
Friend of mine knows Countryman personally. Take it easy. Best to you and yours.
Posted 17 years ago by maxmox    [ Reply ]
Wish I had some Lambs Bread right now!
Posted 17 years ago by GanjaGood    [ Reply ]
I don't like reggae, but I'm fine with RP playing it as part of an eclectic mix.
Posted 17 years ago by shayborg    [ Reply ]
cool feeling to it! i like instrumental reggae a lot. vocals have always put me off a bit..
Posted 17 years ago by davin    [ Reply ]
vallatese wrote:
I am always surprised by the number of people who listen to an "eclectic" station, and then complain about some type of music that is played on such a venue.
I personally don't like reggae at all, but it definitely has it's place here. But even still, this forum is here so we can communicate and express our opinions, so why not complain if we really cannot stand something?
Posted 17 years ago by musikalia    [ Reply ]
Mari wrote:
Posted 18 years ago by Danny_G    [ Reply ]
People complain about reggae, but not about Porcupine Tree? C'mon already.
Posted 18 years ago by Kevstar    [ Reply ]
vallatese wrote:
I am always surprised by the number of people who listen to an "eclectic" station, and then complain about some type of music that is played on such a venue.
That's because they are too lazy/stupid look up the definition...and probably couldn't comprehend it anyway.
Posted 18 years ago by t-kizzle    [ Reply ]
Chrismartin76 wrote:
Please no more reggae
Hey, if I have to listen to Ane Brun et. al., then you can put up with the Reggae!
Posted 18 years ago by Servo    [ Reply ]
I am always surprised by the number of people who listen to an "eclectic" station, and then complain about some type of music that is played on such a venue.
Posted 18 years ago by vallatese    [ Reply ]
fuh2 wrote:
Reggae haters need to take a vacation to refresh their soul. The Caribbean would be a good start.
Here is another picture in case you are not convinced:
Posted 18 years ago by Mugro    [ Reply ]
fuh2 wrote:
Reggae haters need to take a vacation to refresh their soul. The Caribbean would be a good start.
You really have to wonder about these types.
Posted 18 years ago by CCinSB    [ Reply ]
Posted 18 years ago by Mari    [ Reply ]
TimMensch wrote:
Regardless, reggae doesn't work for me, and I'd love to hear more of something else on RP. Just about ANYTHING else.
You make it sound as if RP plays nothing but reggae. (If only.)
Posted 18 years ago by jah_blessed    [ Reply ]
I'd love the trip to the Caribbean, but it wouldn't make me like reggae. Couldn't hurt to try, I suppose, but reggae has never worked for me. Drives me nuts. I listen to RP at work, and it slows my brain down when I'm trying to think--fine if you're on a beach, but not if you're trying to get work done. Regardless, reggae doesn't work for me, and I'd love to hear more of something else on RP. Just about ANYTHING else.
Posted 18 years ago by TimMensch    [ Reply ]
Reggae haters need to take a vacation to refresh their soul. The Caribbean would be a good start.
Posted 18 years ago by fuh2    [ Reply ]
Posted 18 years ago by tammaye    [ Reply ]
this is a great song!
Posted 18 years ago by buck-arkansas    [ Reply ]
Oh yeah! This is a reggae-licious afternoon!!! Thanks for the grooves, Bill
Posted 18 years ago by emleamy    [ Reply ]
Thanks for finally coming to that realization (after your incessant trolling on the other reggae song comment forums)! jlind wrote:
I will never understand regaee.
Excellent song btw.. Dig the music Mr. DJ!
Posted 18 years ago by discochuck    [ Reply ]
Chrismartin76 wrote:
Please no more reggae
Please, MORE reggae!
Posted 19 years ago by meadowwoods    [ Reply ]
jlind wrote:
I will never understand regaee.
You were apparently born without the necessary "groove gene". Some day there will be a groove gene replacement therapy available to you, but in the meantime, take two weeks in the Caribbean and call me in the morning.
Posted 19 years ago by Mugro    [ Reply ]
jlind wrote:
I will never understand regaee.
not with that attitude
Posted 19 years ago by trempel    [ Reply ]
I will never understand regaee.
Posted 19 years ago by jlind    [ Reply ]
laprincessa wrote:
Steel Pulse is ALWAYS godlike in my book. Just uploaded a few more tunes of theirs so you all have more to look forward to.
You got that right sistah Pea!!
Posted 19 years ago by Peyote    [ Reply ]
Try to get into reggae, but it NEVER works completely for me.
Posted 19 years ago by moomatz    [ Reply ]
Steel Pulse is ALWAYS godlike in my book. Just uploaded a few more tunes of theirs so you all have more to look forward to.
Posted 20 years ago by laprincessa    [ Reply ]
Countryman soundtrack is always good
Posted 20 years ago by trixie    [ Reply ]
Thanks for the Steel Pulse flashback. I saw these guys open for the late Robert Palmer many years ago. Both shows were fantastic and I've been a Steel Pulse fan since. The only consolation in getting old is the wealth of pleasant memories.
Posted 20 years ago by randomprime    [ Reply ]
Chrismartin76 wrote:
Please no more reggae
please, MORE REGGAE (and ska).
Posted 21 years ago by bluedot    [ Reply ]
ladybinnath wrote:
Damn, I missed this. The entire Handsworth Revolution CD was a work of genius, the pinnacle of English roots reggae. I'd love to hear more Pulse. Maybe "Prodigal Son" or "Ku Klux Klan"? And while we're at it, how about some late seventies Aswad too?
Oops. I had this song confused with "Sound Check", which is on Handsworth. This is from Tribute to the Martyrs, the follow-up, and is on that level.
Posted 21 years ago by ladybinnath    [ Reply ]
For me, a little (damned little) reggae goes a long way. But I did see these guys opening for the Nevilles a couple years ago and I must say they rocked de house.
Posted 21 years ago by AC    [ Reply ]
Damn, I missed this. The entire Handsworth Revolution CD was a work of genius, the pinnacle of English roots reggae. I\'d love to hear more Pulse. Maybe \"Prodigal Son\" or \"Ku Klux Klan\"? And while we\'re at it, how about some late seventies Aswad too?
Posted 21 years ago by ladybinnath    [ Reply ]
Steel Pulse is the greatest ever. their live \"Rastafari Centenial\" album is one of my all time favorites. it just doesnt get any cooler than this. :D
Posted 22 years ago by Platypus    [ Reply ]
This is cool reggae music. I\'m not a reggae fan, but I like this song.
Posted 22 years ago by poueck    [ Reply ]