The Promised Land 1977-79

by Dennis Brown

The Promised Land 1977-79 cover art
  • Type: Compilation
  • Released: 2002-01-01
  • Label: Blood and Fire
  • Country: Jamaica
  • Length: 1:13:47
  • Community rating: 3.91/5 from 1 rating

Album Notes & Community Reviews

'The Promised Land 1977-79' is a roots reggae compilation by Dennis Brown, shaped by laid-back, warm moods. Its selection and arrangement lean on dance, rhythmic elements, keeping the focus on the sound and construction of the material itself.

Genres

Descriptors: dance, rhythmic, percussive, groove-laden, a-cappella

Tracklist

  1. Emmanuel God Is With Us (Extended) (5:53)
  2. Promised Land (2:21)
  3. Well Without Water (4:13)
  4. Open Your Eyes (3:39)
  5. The Creator (3:53)
  6. Troubled World (6:16)
  7. The Half (6:09)
  8. Oh What A Day (3:36)
  9. Together Brothers (4:18)
  10. A Cup Of Tea (3:13)
  11. Slave Driver (3:38)
  12. Three Meals A Day (4:48)
  13. Man Next Door (3:54)
  14. Want To Be No General (4:49)
  15. General (5:01)
  16. Home Sweet Home (4:12)
  17. Emmanuel (Version) (3:54)

Credits

  • Dennis Brown - primary artist, backing vocals, guitar
  • John Holt - written-by [uncredited]
  • Ranking Dread - vocals [featuring]

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