ALBUM REVIEW: Mattafix - Rhythm & Hymns
- Posted on June 23, 2008 11:05 AM
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Mattafix
Rhythm & Hymns
Review By Chris Carruthers
Immediately it feels like there’s more to Mattafix than meets the eye. They indulge in a vast array of styles from ambient, melody driven vocal tracks to percussive reggae, chill out and even the odd rhythmic synth line. The mix is at the very least interesting, if occasionally a little confusing. The female vocals work well on a number of tracks, almost providing an almost anthemic element at times.
The variety and diversity of sounds, instruments and styles is seen not only overall but in each track individually, with anything from a brass section, synth pad or steel drums cutting in at any minute, suggesting the only definition of the Mattafix style is diverse. It does however, seem in vein to attempt to define or categorise since there is a vivid depth to the group and their music.
The delivery is that of seasoned professionals, set on not just playing but using the music. Lyrics, convincingly delivered with sufficient talent, written with an apparent purpose and meaning, if at times perhaps a little obvious.
It doesn't detract too much from the album but I can't help but feel some of the Jamaican 'Sean Paul' style rapping is slightly out of place, although this would probably appeal on an international level. Overall it's definitely something you can put on and get into, the kind of music that catches your attention as you enter the room, and will have broad appeal. It's provocative and thoughtful, crossing a range of boundaries to become an admirable, almost idealistic and unique piece.
It doesn't detract too much from the album but I can't help but feel some of the Jamaican 'Sean Paul' style rapping is slightly out of place, although this would probably appeal on an international level. Overall it's definitely something you can put on and get into, the kind of music that catches your attention as you enter the room, and will have broad appeal. It's provocative and thoughtful, crossing a range of boundaries to become an admirable, almost idealistic and unique piece.
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