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- Date Released: April 19, 2005
- Genre: International
- Style: Rap, Roots Reggae
- Label: Or Music
The king without a crown wows 'em in Austin.
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We Say...
The Hasidic reggae singer/rapper Matisyahu sometimes performs shows for religious groups at which men and women are asked to do their partying on opposite sides of the room. That was clearly not the case at the Austin, Texas, barbecue joint gig documented here. But from the sound of it, he delivered more grooving Jewish spirituality than a restaurant serving slow-smoked pork is probably used to.
On Live At Stubbs', Matisyahu and band notch up the tempo on slow-bounce reggae numbers like "Chop 'Em Down" and "Warrior" from their debut, Shake Off The Dust... Arise. The recording lacks some of the bubble-bath dub-echo vibe of the studio CD, but in addition to an appreciable energy boost, the live set shows everyone stretching out with a sensibility jam band aficionados should appreciate. (Matisyahu was once a Phish fan who followed the band on tour.) The singer showcases vocal improvisations halfway between Bob Marley and a really good cantor, not to mention some impressive beat-boxing. On "Fire and Heights," the band segues from reggae into a free-form jam that builds steam, morphs into a jazzy bass solo and then into a wah-wah guitar funk romp. A versatile fellow, Matisyahu appeals to many tribes. -
They Say...
Offering a taste of Matisyahu's exhilarating live show along with being an alternative to his more complex debut, Live at Stubb's presents "the Hasidic Reggae Superstar" in top form. While Shake Off the Dust...Arise had its dreamy, mystical, and more relaxed side, Stubb's is filled with rousing energy, with Matisyahu delivering his spiritual message with the punch of Elephant Man, Beenie Man, or whichever dancehall king you care to mention. The nothing-but-fun "Beat Box" represents how over the top and freewheeling the singer can be, while the between-song banter displays an approachable artist who feeds off an audience's enthusiasm. The highlights of Arise are all here, more anthemic sounding than ever, and Matisyahu's band is incredibly tight and responsive. A debut and then a live album might be a quirky release schedule, but following Arise with Stubb's is smart. His debut painted him as a thoughtful architect in the studio, while Stubb's suggests you better catch this exciting showman first chance you get.
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| 01. |  |
Sea To Sea |
4:07 |
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| 02. | |
Chop 'Em Down |
4:03 |
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| 03. | |
Warrior |
7:58 |
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| 04. | |
Lord Raise Me Up |
3:52 |
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| 05. | |
King Without A Crown |
4:48 |
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| 06. | |
Aish Tarrid |
6:55 |
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| 07. | |
Beat Box |
5:05 |
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| 08. | |
Fire And Heights |
4:20 |
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| 09. | |
Exaltaion |
6:57 |
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| 10. | |
Refuge |
4:02 |
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| 11. | |
Heights |
3:24 |
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| 12. | |
Close My Eyes |
4:24 |
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12 Total Tracks, 59:55 Total Length
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Credits
- Malcolm Harper - Engineer // Greg Klinginsmith - Assistant Engineer // Michael O'Reilly - Mixing // Michael Caplan - Producer // Gerard Bustos - Assistant Engineer // Josh Werner - Bass // Angelo Montrone - Producer // Angelo Montrone - Engineer // Angelo Montrone - Mastering // Angelo Montrone - Mixing // Angelo Montrone - Live Recording // William Harrison - Assistant Engineer // Cambria Lyn Harkey - Photography // Charlie Boswell - Engineer // Aaron Dugan - Guitar
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