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12 of 12 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
SKA! The way it was meant to be., 7 Jul 2006
I have never reviewed an item before, but on this occasion, I am compelled to. I have eagerly awaited this album since the first time I heard the Dualers singing on a busy highstreet in South London. "The Melting Pot" is simply the most fantastically refreshing collection of music and lyrics I have ever found on one album - and I don't say that lightly. The vocal sounds and styles of Si and Tyber (the brothers who, together are "The Dualers") compliment each other perfectly and the band (including the mighty brass section) brings it all together into an upbeat danceable ska-reggae sound of the summer.
The tracks, though predominantly underpinned with a traditional (original) ska sound, include a range of styles from reggae to acoustic ballad. Even the few covers, such as Derrick Morgan's "AIN'T THAT A SHAME" are delivered respectfully and BRILLIANTLY. There is the Bob Marley inspired "Wake Up" - and it does sound like it came right out of Trenchtown, the cheeky humor of "Jack The Ripper", the infectious brass dominated instrumental (mostly) "Last Call For Freetown" (written for their mother who is from Sierra Leone) and then there is the instantly relaxing "Take A Trip" which I can only describe as acoustic sunshine and smiles. "Don't Go" is upbeat danceable DualerSka at its best. There is something for everyone and every mood on this album.
"Urban Spirit", was perhaps the most interesting to me as it seems to reflect the images and emotions of years (literally) that The Dualers have spent busking on city streets across London in pursuit of their musical passion. It captures the inevitable reality of the argey-bargey rough and grime that exists for anyone struggling on what are not always so friendly streets, and yet there still emerges the relentlessly optimistic outlook that ultimately permeates through all of their performances.
By all accounts, The Dualers have spent some rough years working hard on the streets of London, building a loyal following one passerby at a time to make this album a reality, and clearly, it is precisely that depth of experience and effort that has produced such an incredibly genuine and uplifting work. What also shines through is a real passion for the original ska and reggae sounds of the 50's and 60's, the sounds that their Dad raised them on, and a desire to celebrate that music and perpetuate it through their own compellingly danceable DualerSka sound. They have done it with this debut album.
If you love SKA, if you love reggae, if you love music - if you ever loved anybody!, you WILL love this album (and you will dance the ska). You don't have to take my word for it, to find out more for yourself, I recommend you visit their myspace page at www.myspace.com/thedualers, their website at www.thedualers.com or search youtube.com for "Dualers" and see amateur vids that have been posted by fans. The music speaks for itself. And if you are in the UK and have the opportunity to see them live, take it!
The only question I have now, is when is the next album coming out?
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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
Beautiful,soulful and brilliant!, 9 May 2007
We first spotted these guys busking whilst shopping in Kingston.Their style is a fab mix of reggae,ska,soul,maybe even calypso.I can only say their music quite literally stopped me in their tracks.So much so,that my whole family were rooted to the spot for several songs. They were really amazing.They sang with so much passion and soul,it was beautiful.I actually bought 'The Melting Pot' there and then from Tyber himself.They are smashing guys,very friendly and approachable. They are so talented that they really do deserve to be at the top.Their lyrics are beautifully sung and I must confess that I play the cd all the time.If you can see them live,then do-you really wouldnt be sorry.Its difficult to have a favourite song as the whole album is excellent.How many albums do you own that excels on every single track? If you're like me, not many I bet.Just buy it.What have you got to lose? All you stand to gain is sunshine.
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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
DUALERS AMAZING, 23 Aug 2007
VERY GOOD, amazing band and Album...Ska, Reggae on the top.
I saw them in Kingston, incredible lyrics. They deserve the sucess they have now.
Well done and buy the Album, i will buy the collection.
JM
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