Police And Thieves

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Customer reviews

review by: date: 2008-10-04 rating:
Nothing Special
This album regularly appears in lists of top reggae albums of all time, indicating that compilers of such lists probably don't own enough reggae records. Undoubtedly, the main reason for its acclaim lies with its opener "Police and Thieves", which is indeed a seminal roots masterpiece but it's fair to say that had it not been popularised by the Clash, this album would still be languishing in obscurity. Perry's production is interesting, but it certainly doesn't reach the majestic heights he achieves on the Congos' Heart of the Congos, and many of the songs here are distinctly unspectacular. Not a bad record, but overrated. For the real classics of 70s roots reggae, try the Mighty Diamonds' "Right Time", Burning Spear's "Marcus Garvey" or the aforementioned "Heart of the Congos"

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review by: baudolino date: 2007-09-20 rating:
Frankly patchy
Half of this album is excellent - the title track, which enjoyed phenomenal success in the aftermath of the Notting Hill Riots in 1976, "Lucifer" (on Devon Irons' "Ketch Vampire" Rhythm), a remake of his sixties tune "Solomon" on a brand new Upsetter rhythm, "Tedious" and "Easy Task". the rest of it is, I'm afraid to say, filler. Somewhat unmemorable songs are sung well over generic Lee Perry tracks of no great inspiration (of which, regrettably he made many), but little of the remaining tracks sticks in the mind or draws the listener back.

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review by: date: 2003-10-29 rating:
police and thieves
in the top 5 best reggae LP,S of all time !!!!simply a classic a must for anyone who is just getting into reggae, or who wants to broaden their horizons.!!!!!!!!


review by: Toypom date: 2002-09-22 rating:
Serious masterpiece
This is considered one of the top ten reggae classics of all time, and the accolades are well deserved. Murvin's unique falsetto comes into its own on a collection of brilliant, melodic songs, masterfully produced by Lee Perry. My favorites include Roots Train, Solomon, Rescue Jah Children and the title track, which has been covered by The Clash and Boy George among others. Serious social issues are addressed here but it never becomes preachy or repetitive. A unique album with great music that will reward the casual listener and reggae enthusiast alike.

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