"Too Wicked" showcases Aswad's signature blend of reggae infused with smooth, soulful melodies and rich instrumentation. The album features a polished production style, characterized by lush horn arrangements and rhythmic guitar skanks that create a vibrant sonic landscape. Tracks like "Fire" and "Dancing on My Own" exhibit an upbeat tempo, radiating energy and danceability, while songs such as "Smile" and "Love Won't Leave Me" delve into deeper emotional textures with their heartfelt lyrics and mellow grooves. The interplay of traditional reggae rhythms with contemporary pop sensibilities makes the album distinctive, offering a seamless flow that invites both reflection and movement, embodying the essence of early '90s reggae.

Album: Too Wicked by Aswad (1990)
Genre: Reggae
Record Label: UMC (Universal Music Catalogue)
Format: Album

Related Artists: Third World, Steel Pulse, Black Uhuru, Burning Spear

Music Scene: Part of the London, England music scene. Emerged in the 1970s era. Associated with Reggae movement.

Tags: Reggae, 1990s, Album, UMC (Universal Music Catalogue)


Aswad: Drummie Zeb (vocals, drums, keyboards), Brinsley Ford (vocals, guitar, keyboards), Tony Gad (vocals, bass, keyboards). Q - 3 Stars - Good Those who doubt Aswad need to hear "Old Firestick"... its great. 90's Aswad is poppish, yes, but don't write them off. Yes, it's no Marley or Tosh. It's a different type of reggae that's quite UB40ish, but they are talented. Did you know that Aswad is from the 70's? They actually go way back.

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