Album: Arise by The Abyssinians (1978)
Genre: Reggae
Record Label: Virgin Records
Format: Album

Artist Background: The Abyssinians are a Jamaican roots reggae group, famous for their close harmonies and promotion of the Rastafari movement in their lyrics. The vocal trio was originally formed in 1968 by Bernard Collins and Donald Manning. Their first song was "Satta Massagana", which was strongly influenced by Carlton Manning's "Happy Land". "Satta Massagana" is a Rastafarian hymn sung partly in the ancient Ethiopian Amharic language. They recruited a third vocalist, who was still at school and often unabl... Part of the Jamaica music scene. Emerged in the 1960s era. Known for Reggae style.

Music Scene: Part of the Jamaica music scene. Emerged in the 1960s era. Known for Reggae style.

Tags: Reggae, 1970s, Album, Virgin Records


Arise

The Abyssinians

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