Cymande

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Short-lived but legendary, Cymande is oft-compiled on funk assemblages, but this CD of their first two LPs is altogether necessary, even if the music moves away from tight beats into Rasta-folk toward the end. Cymande's reputation has grown considerably over the last twenty years. Featuring a multi-national crew with a strong Caribbean influence, the band produced a few hits in the early seventies, then disappeared. But the epochal "Brothers On the Side," and the ingeniously structured "Fug" contain a subtlety and tension lacking in all but the best bands of the era. As usual, the Collectables label's sound quality is passable, but nothing to brag about. --D. Strauss

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Average customer rating: The Best Cymande Album Ever

Renegades of Funk Cymande Manufacturer: Newhouse ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | R&B | Styles | Music General | Soul | R&B | Styles | Music General | Funk | R&B | Styles | Music Similar Items: Cymande Raw Funk Mandrill Is Fully Loaded The Message ASIN: B0008G2IJC Release Date: 2005-06-07

Tracks:

1. Bra
2. Brother's on the Slide
3. The Message
4. Fug
5. Listen
6. Genevieve
7. Dove
8. Willy's Headache
9. Getting It Back
10. One More
11. Anthracite
12. Equitorial Forest
13. Bird*
14. For Baby Ooh
15. Zion I
16. Trevorgus*

Album Description

Cymande Renegades of Funk, with its unreleased tracks, "Bird," etc., is a beautifully remastered and sequenced best of album. This special package includes rare vintage photographs of the band, updated liner notes and plus their most famous hit tracks from all three original Cymande LPs, from 1972-1974. The hit track "Bra," kicks off the album in all it's remastered glory. The breaks, horns and basslines sound stunningly current. This album also includes tracks used in Spike Lee's movies, Crooklyn and 25th Hour.

Cymande, pronounced (sah-mahn-day), was an eight member group hailing from Jamaica and the West Indies. They met after moving to London, and were the first to record a fusion of funk, jazz, soul and reggae. Much ahead of their time, they landed at the epicenter of two major movements in music; Dance/Rare Groove, and Hip Hop. Grandmasterflash and Kool Herc dropped Cymande's breaks at South Bronx block parties. And some of the artists who famously sampled Cymande's great tracks include De La Soul, Biz Markie, The Fugees and MC Solar, etc. Cymande also played the Apollo to raves and toured the USA with Al Green in 1973. This band deserves this kind of hommage and more.

Customer Reviews:

The Best Cymande Album Ever.......2005-07-14

The remastering on this record is practically a facelift for this vibrant funk and jazz band. I was so happy to have selected this new release. I can't believe how good Bra sounds. I just threw away my other cymande CD. It had too many flaws in quality. Plus these unreleased tracks are total classics. I especially love Bird. What a precursor to the chilled funk sounds of some of today's contemporary artists. This is the record that gives these eight very talented musicians the credit they deserve. Cheers.

Average customer rating: Tenacious Grooves Memories of Past life Music Do yourself another favor Something Different A Breath of Fresh Air

Cymande Cymande Manufacturer: Collectables ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | R&B | Styles | Music General | Soul | R&B | Styles | Music General | Funk | R&B | Styles | Music Similar Items: Renegades of Funk Essential Mix: Classic Edition Mandrill Is I Don't Know What It Is But It Sure Is Funky Golden Classics ASIN: B0000008LI Release Date: 1991-09-19

Tracks:

1. Message
2. Brothers on the Side
3. Dove
4. Bra
5. Fug
6. For Baby Woh
7. Rickshaw
8. Equitorial Forest
9. Listen
10. Getting It Back
11. Anthracite
12. Willy's Headache
13. Genevieve
14. Pon de Dungle
15. Rastafarian Folk Song
16. One More
17. Zion I

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Short-lived but legendary, Cymande is oft-compiled on funk assemblages, but this CD of their first two LPs is altogether necessary, even if the music moves away from tight beats into Rasta-folk toward the end. Cymande's reputation has grown considerably over the last twenty years. Featuring a multi-national crew with a strong Caribbean influence, the band produced a few hits in the early seventies, then disappeared. But the epochal "Brothers On the Side," and the ingeniously structured "Fug" contain a subtlety and tension lacking in all but the best bands of the era. As usual, the Collectables label's sound quality is passable, but nothing to brag about. --D. Strauss

Customer Reviews:

Tenacious Grooves.......2006-03-16

Bra on the 25th Hour soundtrack Fug, The Message sampled by modern hip-hop artistes.

Memories of Past life Music.......2005-08-23

When I was younger, I bought this album on a whim. Once I had heard it and played it over and over again, I was hooked. As I listen to the current CD, I hear cuts that were not on the original album. They do not disappoint but reaffirms that the original record and cuts for this particular album contain the richer sound of this group.Their better work. It identified them for me as an "outsider band" with something unique to say.
As time past I lost sight of them but not interest. I am refreshed to hear the wale, whine and harmony of CYMANDE once again.

Do yourself another favor.......2005-08-04

And avoid this album. This is a second rate reissue. It has poor sound quality. And this CD was not remastered.

Cymande - Renegades of Funk is remastered and has 3 unreleased bonus tracks. I recently bought that record. And the hit track Bra absolutely bumps. The rest of the album flows very nicely. Peace and love the dove cymande.

Something Different.......2005-07-08

If you liked the music in 25th Hour but couldn't find it on the soundtrack, here it is. I'm not sure what category this music falls under, but I seem to really enjoy it. Bra being my favorite song on the disc.

A Breath of Fresh Air.......2005-05-12

This is a compilation of the first three Cymande records. The songs aren't in any particular order, no pictures are included, and not much information is given, but this doesn't matter, I bought it for the music. If you want a collection of soulful, spiritual, funky music, this is a good one. Great bass grooves, beautiful guitar licks, crazy drum rythms, and meaningful vocals are all over this one. "Brothers on the Slide", "Bra", and "The Message" have grooves you can't get rid of and "Dove" and "One More" are beautiful instrumentals. This cd contains hardcore funk jams, beautiful soulful instumentals, and a few folk songs. There may be a better compilation out there, but this one works for me. I can personally think of a few songs that should have been included on this one, but you can't please everyone. Nothing fancy, just good music.

Average customer rating: 70's Old School Funk - Fabulous! Essential World Funk

The Message Cymande Manufacturer: Castle ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | R&B | Styles | Music General | Soul | R&B | Styles | Music General | Funk | R&B | Styles | Music R&B | Imports | Stores | Music Similar Items: Renegades of Funk Cymande Fully Loaded Talking to the People Unpolished ASIN: B000926S8W Release Date: 2005-08-29

Tracks:

1. Zion I
2. One More
3. Getting It Back
4. Listen
5. Sickshaw
6. Dove
7. Bra
8. Message
9. Rastafarian Folk Song
10. Anthracite
11. Willie's Headache
12. Genevieve
13. Trevorgus
14. To You
15. For Baby Ooh
16. Fug
17. Crawshay

Tracks:

1. Bird
2. Them and Us
3. Pon de Dungle
4. Qeuatorial Forest
5. Brothers on the Slide
6. Changes
7. Breezeman
8. Promised Heights
9. Losin' Ground
10. Leavert
11. Recluse
12. Sheshamani
13. Friends [#]
14. Mighty Heavy Load
15. Our Love (Will Really Get Going)

Album Description

Fine early 70's outfit Cymande were one of the first to merge African rhythms with rock, funk, reggae & soul. Through the 80's their currency grew with tracks such as 'The Message' and 'Bra', becoming big records on the Rare Groove scene and today they are arguably better known than ever with several of their songs having been sampled by rap artists including De La Soul, The Fugees, Raze, Master Ace, MC Solar, and DJ Kool. 2 CD set comprised of 32 total tracks. Castle Music. 2005.

Album Details

Although under Appreciated and Woefully Overlooked During their Original Tenure Together, the Fine Early-'70s Outfit Cymande were One of the First to Merge African Rhythms with Rock, Funk, Reggae, and Soul. Despite Members Hailing from Such Exotic Locales as Guyana, Jamaica and St. Vincent They Formed and Recorded in London Town. The Band Issued a Total of Three Releases: 1972's Self-titled Debut, 1973's Second Time Around, and 1974's Promised Heights - Before Splitting Up . Through the 80s their Currency Grew with Tracks Such as 'the Message' and 'bra' Becoming Big Records on the Rare Goove Scene and Today They Are Arguably Better Known Than Ever with Several of their Songs Having Been Sampled by Rap Artists Including De La Soul, the Fugees, Raze, Master Ace, MC Solaar, and DJ Kool.

Customer Reviews:

70's Old School Funk - Fabulous!.......2007-03-26

My husband Loved it! It was a gift for his 40th birthday. We are from the old school and it's refreshing to know you can still find this stuff on Amazon so you can hear the original in all its glory! It's amazing how most of the songs have been sampled by today's artists a million times over and no one knows the history of who made them.

Essential World Funk.......2006-01-24

It's strange the way I find great music. I first heard Cymande watching the Spike Lee movie 25th Hour on cable. I can't remember the plot but I do remember hearing just a piece of Cymande's song Bra being played in a club scene. From that bit alone I was hooked.

Cymande is a unique mixture of funk, reggae, African pop and American soul. At times they sound like Santana at other times it's Curtis Mayfield. But the combination of influences and the musicians' skill makes them unique. Bassist Steve Scipio deserves much credit for his targeted playing but an awesome horn section doesn't hurt either.

Since this collection has all three albums Cymande made, it is essential.

[DW]

Average customer rating: If you find this, BUY IT CYMANDE FEATURED IN SPIKE LEE'S NEW MOVIE If only they had made more albums... A lost Treasure! Press Review

The Soul of Rasta Cymande Manufacturer: Newhouse ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Dance & DJ | Styles | Music General | R&B | Styles | Music General | Soul | R&B | Styles | Music General | Funk | R&B | Styles | Music General | Dance & DJ | Indie Music | Stores | Music General | R&B | Indie Music | Stores | Music ASIN: B00004XR4I Release Date: 2000-09-12

Tracks:

1. Brothers On The Slide
2. Bra
3. The Message
4. Fug
5. Listen
6. Genevieve
7. Dove
8. Willy's Headache
9. Getting It Back
10. One More
11. Anthracite
12. Equitorial Forest
13. For Baby Ooh

Album Description

Like other underappreciated bands from the same era (the Velvet Underground, the Stooges, etc.), the multi-member funk band Cymande was virtually ignored during their short career, which spawned a trio of albums during the early '70s. But 20 years after their breakup, the group gained a large cult following, after countless modern-day rap acts began sampling bits from Cymande's tunes. The Newhouse label assembled a 13-track best-of set in 2000, The Soul of Rasta, collecting the finest tracks from their 3 original releases. Although comparable at times to such bands as Santana and War (especially evident in the group's use of percussion), Cymande's music is a must-hear, as it's a fantastic blend of exotic and funky ensemble playing (the group included eight members), soulful vocals, and uplifting lyrics, the latter of which sometimes reflected their Rastafarian beliefs. All 13 tracks are standouts, but tops would have to be "Bra" (which was a popular radio hit in! New York City when originally released), the groovy "The Message," the long and winding 11-minute track "Dove," and arguably the finest song on the collection, the soothing "Willy's Headache." The Soul of Rasta is an essential purchase for admirers of '70s funk and soul. ~ Greg Prato, All Music Guide

Customer Reviews:

If you find this, BUY IT.......2004-01-18

I cannot believe this Cymande comp is already out of print. From beginning to end, this disc is amazing, and does not have one weak track. Naming favorites is tough, but "The Message," "One More," "Equitorial Forest," and "Brothers on the Slide" are all absolute classics. Great for hanging out at the beach, or cruising late at night under a full moon. If you can find this one, pick it up immediately; everyone who I have played this disc for has become an instant Cymande convert.

CYMANDE FEATURED IN SPIKE LEE'S NEW MOVIE.......2002-12-12

The Tracks, "Dove," "Bra," (check the anna paquin hallway dance scene) and the classic "The Message," are all featured during the supposed hot DJ Dusk club appearance. Its interesting that they all talk about how cutting edge the DJ is and then he plays and scratches over 3 classic Cymande tunes. Perhaps cutting edge to some but standard classics to me. If you don't know about Cymande then you need to discover them. Its really that simple. I don't care who you are. Cymande is loved by Spike Lee and people all over the world. These are all classic Funk tunes. WHAT BAFFLES ME IS THAT PEOPLE WHO LOVE FUNK OR EVEN THE GRATEFUL DEAD ARE UNAWARE OF THIS GREAT BAND'S RAW POWER. DISCOVER BROTHER'S ON THE SLIDE, BRA , LISTEN, and THE MESSAGE." DIVE IN, GET LIFTED AND FEEL THE MESSAGE. Go check out the best latest remastered collection entitled,
Cymande "The Soul of Rasta."

If only they had made more albums..........2002-04-15

This is one of my favorite CD's of all time. Its grown on me incredibly and after over a year of steady listening, I am not bored of a single track. How best to describe them? Its definitely not reggae, though there are tinges of it in various songs, and there is a certain Caribbean flair to their accents and emphasis. I'd say its the Meters meets Carlos Santana, with a little bit of P-Funk thrown in on top. Every song is great. But especially Anthracite, Bra and The Message. Its a true feel good album - ups the spirit at least a few notches. If you haven't heard it, its definitely time to give it a listen.

A lost Treasure!.......2001-08-22

Cymande is a one of the greatest soul bands I've ever heard. This album is a must for anyones catalog. It is the backbone to funk as we know it!

Press Review.......2001-02-24

Here is what MIXMAG magazine had to say: One of the most original groups to emerge from the Black British music scene of the mid 70's, Cymande became the epitome of 'rare groove' a decade later. When The Message, perhaps the group's defining moment, dropped at clubs such as Shake And Finger Pop, you always got the feeling that this was music which was totally out on a limb - difficult to pin down, to locate within any particular time-frame. In fact, Cymande were a tightly-knit collective of Caribbean musicians who had migrated to London in the late 60's. And you feel it in just about all the tracks - the leisurely ripples of guitar, the nyabinghi-style percussive beds, the celebratory references to Jah. Cymande were not just black and proud, they were loud and West Indian. Athough wholly conversant with the rigours of funk, they developed a cosmic, mellow but nevertheless full-blooded sound that retained the reggae and calypso pulses of the Caribbean. The Cymande sound also had breakbeats jumping out of virtually every fourth bar. Tracks such as The Message, Dove, Brothers On The Slide, Bra and Fug would find their way into the sequencers of numerous hip hop producers some 15 years after being recorded. Cymande's music has been called anything from Afro-funk to Nyah Rock to hippie soul but these terms don't really do justice to the complexity or the finesse of the compositions. Although the band was more associated with the raw funk sound that was evolving in the States around the mid 70's, their music was decidedly island-style. Perhaps the closest point of comparison would be New Orleans funkmeisters The Meters, whose earthy bayou beats also had a strong aftertaste of the Caribbean. It only remains for me to say that for those who missed Cymande first time round, this re-issue, which brings together cherished tracks from the original three albums; Cymande, Second Time Round and Promised Heights. This is an essential purchase.

Average customer rating:

Promised Heights Cymande Manufacturer: Newhouse ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | R&B | Styles | Music General | Soul | R&B | Styles | Music General | Funk | R&B | Styles | Music ASIN: B000RS0IIO Release Date: 2007-08-07

Average customer rating:

The Best of Cymande Cymande Manufacturer: Sequel Records ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Soul | R&B | Styles | Music General | Funk | R&B | Styles | Music ASIN: B000025FYB Release Date: 1994-10-25

Average customer rating:

Best of Cymande Cymande Manufacturer: Sequel Records ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Soul | R&B | Styles | Music ASIN: B0002B6FF6 Release Date: 2003-01-21

Average customer rating: Sweet

The Message Cymande Manufacturer: Sequel ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Soul | R&B | Styles | Music General | Funk | R&B | Styles | Music ASIN: B00002585Y Release Date: 1999-01-01

Tracks:

1. Zion I
2. One More
3. Getting It Back
4. Listen
5. Sickshaw
6. Dove
7. Bra
8. Message
9. Rastafarian Folk Song
10. Anthracite
11. Willie's Headache
12. Genevieve
13. Trevorgus
14. To You
15. For Baby Ooh
16. Fug
17. Crawshay

Tracks:

1. Bird
2. Them and Us
3. Pon de Dungle
4. Qeuatorial Forest
5. Brothers on the Slide
6. Changes
7. Breezeman
8. Promised Heights
9. Losin' Ground
10. Leavert
11. Recluse
12. Sheshamani
13. Friends [#]
14. Mighty Heavy Load
15. Our Love (Will Really Get Going)

Customer Reviews:

Sweet.......2005-04-28

Why doesn't anyone make music like this anymore? Sampled by almost everyone but never matched. The funky jazzy instrumental "Dove" will make you wish for more. And it only gets better. I highly recommend it to any serious music lovers and those looking for the authentic 70's grooves.

Average customer rating:

Message-2 Cds Cymande Manufacturer: Sequel Records ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Soul | R&B | Styles | Music ASIN: B0002B6FLA Release Date: 2003-01-21

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