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Devi Reed - Essence Of Life EP (Khanti Records/Pias)
ReviewsMay 17, 2017

Devi Reed - Essence Of Life EP (Khanti Records/Pias)

By Jah Rebel

To most of you Devi Reed will still be unknown, but if we add the singer is also the front man of French band The Banyans, for some people this may ring a bell.

With this 'Essence Of Life' EP, the singjay of Dutch-Italian descent now also presents his solo debut. The track list is a subtle blend of hip-hop ('L'innocence/Youth Was Mine', with a nice jazzy contribution by Myasara), reggae ('Creation' over the riddim of Fred Locks & Creation Steppers' 'Homeward Bound') and soul, with Reed smoothly alternating between French and English. On this seven track EP, Devi proves he has an excellent flow, with 'Red Line' and title track 'Essence Of Life' as verbal highlights. Excellent calling card!
Devi Reed - Essence Of Life EP (Khanti Records/Pias)

About the Author

Jah Rebel
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Together with Jah Shakespear, one of the founders of Reggae.be, he first started as a critic and a reporter before in the end of 2014 becoming editor in chief. Divides his time between his two passions: music and Haile Selassie.

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ReggaeNew Roots

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May 17, 2017

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