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 Various Artists
Spirits in the Material World, A Reggae Tribute to The Police (Shanachie, 2008)
Much was made of the Police's use of reggae rhythms, never mind that pop, punk, jazz and what we now call "world" music all played a role in their unique sound. But it was the reggae aspect that got them noticed, and not always for the better. Many reggae purists complained that the Police diluted reggae to make it more mainstream accessible. Others, including some well-meaning journalists, hailed them as a big reggae breakthrough as though they were specifically a reggae band. These were lesser issues outside of the group's British ...
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