Resolution 242

Resolution 242 - S/T
Topic Started: Jun 19 2010, 02:59 PM (42 Views)
Acid Nation	Jun 19 2010, 02:59 PM Post #1
Admin Posts: 890 Group: Administrators Member #1 Joined: April 16, 2009 Favourite Band Enter Shikari Favourite Song Now Crime In Stereo - Small Skeletal	Resolution 242 Resolution 242 Genre: Reggae / Punk Label: Do The Dog Music Rating: 4.1/5 Politically driven reggae group Resolution 242, through their debut self-titled release, have showcased some of the best musical creativity available on the reggae/ska orientated Do The Dog Music record label. Resolution 242 is a record that effectively captures lively reggae instrumentals in combination with a clear and powerful left wing message. The Stratford based three-piece are undeniably superb lyricists, and for the listener, the messages and motives behind each track act as the catalyst for creating an extremely convincing final product. Although Resolution 242 is a very lyrically potent release, the instrumental side of the record should not be overlooked. In opening track, Bullets In The Ground, the contagious bass guitar riffs and melodic chorus are the obvious elements that make the song so captivating: “rise up, rise up, take your head from your hands / the streets will be a better place, when we stop taking demands”. Throughout second track, I.M.F, Resolution 242 truly demonstrate their ability to write passionately and convincingly. Resolution 242‘s use of anecdotal lyrics helps to boost their political views, such as their opinions on materialism and capitalism – “these digits are a fallacy”. Read More Edited by Acid Nation, Aug 5 2010, 07:19 PM.



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