Twinkle Brothers - Countrymen

The Twinkle Brothers finally realized their vast potential on this set, recorded for Virgin's reggae subsidiary label, Front Line, in 1980. Drummer and lead vocalist Norman Grant exploits his rich, chesty voice to the fullest, delivering stern roots and culture lyrical messages in a style that owes as much to American gospel music as to his reggae predecessors. Instrumentally, Countrymen is in classic rockers mode, with militant rhythms that lend songs like "Patoo" and the defiant "Never Get Burn" an almost martial power. Read More