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Culture - Cumbolo (LP)

Name: Culture - Cumbolo (LP)
Brand: Culture
SKU: 0PlJLcsBGh66fqMr2BJmY5
Rating: 5 (2 reviews)

Culture

LP
1 piece(s)
1979
10 tracks
46 min
roots reggae

Cumbolo

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Product Description

"Cumbolo" is a classic album by the legendary roots reggae band Culture, released on January 1, 1979, under Virgin Records. This album is a vibrant showcase of the band's signature sound, blending elements of roots reggae, rocksteady, dub, and ragga. With a runtime of 46 minutes, it features 10 tracks, all remastered in 2000 for enhanced audio quality.

Culture, known for their powerful vocals and socially conscious lyrics, delivers a compelling collection of songs that resonate with themes of faith, struggle, and hope. Standout tracks like "They Never Love In This Time" and "Innocent Blood" highlight the band's ability to craft timeless anthems that continue to inspire listeners. The title track, "Cumbolo," is a standout, showcasing the band's rhythmic prowess and lyrical depth.

The album's production is rich and immersive, with intricate instrumentation and harmonies that create a captivating listening experience. Whether you're a long-time fan of Culture or new to their music, "Cumbolo" offers a profound exploration of the band's artistry and the enduring power of roots reggae.

This LP was released in 2000.

Tracks

They Never Love In This Time - 2000 Digital RemasterCulture
4:40
Innocent Blood - 2000 Digital RemasterCulture
5:43
Cumbolo - 2000 Digital RemasterCulture
3:58
Poor Jah People - 2000 Digital RemasterCulture
5:42
Natty Never Get Weary - Remastered 2000Culture
3:53
Natty Dread Naw Run - 2000 Digital RemasterCulture
3:51
Down In Jamaica - 2000 Digital RemasterCulture
4:07
This Train (Is Bound For Glory) - 2000 Digital RemasterCulture
4:48
Pay Day - 2000 Digital RemasterCulture
4:17
Mind Who You Beg For Help - 2000 Digital RemasterCulture
5:04

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Product specifications

Details

Album: Cumbolo
Artist: Culture
LP release year: 2000
Album release date: 1 januari 1979
Label: Caroline Records
EAN: 724384991715
Available: No

Product information

Format: LP
Quantity: 1 piece(s)
Mono or stereo: Stereo
Duration: 46 min
Tracks: 10 tracks

EAN

EAN: 724384991715

Other

Limited Edition: No
Country: US
Genre: Roots reggae
Box set: No
Remastered: No
Reissue: No

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Cumbolo: A Reggae Masterpiece
5 out of 5 stars
vopcaxoz30 November 2025United Kingdom🇬🇧
Cumbolo is undoubtedly one of Culture's All Time Greatest Albums. Similar to Two Sevens Clash, International Herb or Harder Than The Rest, everything on this album fits perfectly together. The unique Lead Vocals of the late great Joseph Hill in his Prime, the Harmonies by his two Background Singers and the fantastic production by Sonia Pottinger in Jamaica's Studios with only the best musicians of Kingston involved. The arrangements are a joy to listen to and the lyrics, yes that's where Cumbolo earns it's Laurels. I will only focus on the last 3 Songs on Side TWO here. THIS TRAIN uses the melody and refrain of the adapted Folk Song Bunny Wailer already used on his Debut album Blackheart Man. This Train carries no Unholy, this Train Leads Straight To Mount Zion. Songs Of Hope with a strong vision of Rasta FarI. The following PAY DAY is my favourite. Here Joseph Hill dreams about what he will do when the Pay Day has come for all the retired slave. Meaning he waits for the financial resolution, that gives Sons and daughters of slaves a financial solution for 400 years of Captivity and Hard Work in the boiling sun. We all know this day will never come, but when I hear Culture sing about it, hope that this day will soon come seems round the corner. The Closing song brings the listener down to earth with his warning "Mind Who You Beg For Help". But this song with it's upbeat melody and fine delivery also makes me feel good: Full of hope and memories of sunny weather. Since the late seventies to this day, when I listened to Cumbolo on my iTunes, his magic never ceased. Joseph Hill died this summer, but his Legacy, his music still lingers on and will be here forever, just like Bob Marley he was important as an International Reggae Ambassador. Rest In Peace and let your Songs be sung for a long long time to come...
Timeless Trio Album Gem
5 out of 5 stars
PgLiceo19 April 2024United States🇺🇸
This timeless album by one of the finest vocal trios around is a true gem. The 1988 US reissue on Shanachie really delivers in terms of audio quality - the bass is rich and full, the vocals are crisp and clear, and the overall sound has a warm, natural feel that I absolutely love. My copy is in great shape, playing smoothly with minimal surface noise, though there's a tiny hiccup on "Pay Day" that lasts for a few spins.