Some Like It Hot
Cosmic Force
(Heartbeat)

This originally ran in the St. Louis Post Dispatch in 1992

Dennis Brown is one of reggae's greatest and most beloved singers. In the early 70's he teamed up with producer Niney the Observer to record some of his most memorable songs (which can be found on "Some Like It Hot"). Twenty years later the two have reunited, resulting in the brand new release, "Cosmic Force."

"Some Like It Hot" is over 60 minutes of timeless roots reggae from Brown's earliest days. Containing classics such as "Westbound Train," "Cassandra," "Wolf and Leopards" and the relentless title track, the music on this greatest hits package sounds as fresh and exciting today as when it was first released. With raw backing tracks by the Soul Syndicate Band and the Cimaroons, these 18 cuts show why Brown was such an influential figure in the history of reggae.

Few albums can compare with the vintage material on "Some Like It Hot," and this 40 minute release, backed by the rhythm team of Sly and Robbie, is no exception. It does have its moments, though, as the first four songs rank with some of Brown's best work ever. The production has a real 90's feel - crisp and clean - and the aforementioned songs are real killers. Although the remaining six tunes are nice, there is nothing else that really stands out.

With an abundance of Dennis Brown releases to choose from, things can get extremely confusing. "Cosmic Force" is a fine release containing some excellent material. But "Some Like It Hot" is the must have of the two.






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