Groundation - Each One Teach One (2001)

Each One Teach One (Young Tree, 2001)

Each One Teach One is the second of Groundation's three albums of original material (their other three albums featuring covers) that they have released thus far, and there's remarkably little variance in quality among this mighty trilogy. Aside from Midnite's first three releases, this may be the best three albums to begin a career by a roots reggae act in, well...ever. I can't currently think of a better three freshman, sophomore, and junior efforts (again, except for Midnite); perhaps if Delroy Washington had released a third album for Virgin, I would include him in the mix (and it remains to be seen how Dezarie's third album turns out). Anyway, Each One Teach One falls right in line with the untra-rootsy sound that Groundation established on Young Tree, complete with the occasional jazzy embellishment, as on "Wanna Know" and "Waterfall." It's hard to find an act whose vocals and music both speak to you deeply, but Groundation is such a group. The music is like a thick, rich, hearty roots stew with instrument layered upon instrument, perhaps a bit too spicy for some, but ultimately fulfilling for most. Vocally, Harrison Stafford has as engaging a voice and delivery as anyone nowadays, and his lyrics always beg for closer listening (hence they always include them in the liner notes). The lyrics operate on an almost otherworldly plane, ripe with fable-like metaphors and personifications, as Stafford serves as a moral compass for those who don't act as they should. Each One Teach One actually has a few fiery tracks -- "Wa Na Forget (Rome)," "Jah Spirit," and "If I" -- but, as is the normal modus operandi for Groundation, the tone overall is measured, moody and gravely serious-minded, as if there's so much on their minds that they don't have the time for love songs. You'll hear no complaints from me, however; though extremely pious, this album is still quite easy on the ears. Practically every track is marvelous -- only the last two pale somewhat in comparison -- my faves being "Wanna Know," the introspective "One More Day," and "Nyabinghi Order." Note: The album cover touts guest stars Ras Michael and Marcia (daughter of Joe) Higgs, but I wouldn't buy it for their contributions, as Higgs merely sings in the background, and Ras Michael provides drumming and no vocals. - reggae-reviews.com (5/5 Stars)

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Groundation / Each One Teach One

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Analyzed: Groundation / Each One Teach One
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DR Peak RMS Duration Track
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DR9 0.00 dB -9.85 dB 5:16 01-Weak Heart
DR9 0.00 dB -11.03 dB 4:55 02-We Na Forget (Rome)
DR9 0.00 dB -10.13 dB 5:55 03-Wanna Know
DR10 0.00 dB -11.69 dB 6:46 04-Throwing Stones
DR9 0.00 dB -10.35 dB 5:58 05-One More Day (Live It Up)
DR11 0.00 dB -12.64 dB 5:25 06-Head Strong
DR8 0.00 dB -9.34 dB 5:06 07-If I
DR8 0.00 dB -9.82 dB 5:44 08-Waterfall
DR9 0.00 dB -10.46 dB 7:38 09-Nyabinghi Order
DR9 0.00 dB -10.43 dB 6:38 10-Jah Spirit
DR9 0.00 dB -10.84 dB 5:40 11-Each One Teach One
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Number of tracks: 11
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DR channel: 8.71 dB --- 8.79 dB
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Official DR value (Album Mode): 9
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