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      Apr 29, 2019 by admin

      Claude Fontaine weaves a bridge between Jamaica and Brazil

      Currently based in Los Angeles, Claude Fontaine has released a record that blends Jamaican Rocksteady with the sounds of Brazilian Tropicalia. The album is out now courtesy of Innovative Leisure. Several songs feature Jamaican guitarist Tony Chin (Soul Syndicate, Dennis Brown, King Tubby) which lends it not only credibility but the right feel for an often spoiled rocksteady groove. The single “Hot Tears” vibes somewhere between Kingston Jamaica and an infamous Dub Club session, complete with melodica melodies. Dance over to the track “I’ll Play the Fool” and the homage to Brazilian Bossa is evident by way of the unmistakable “cuica” and guitar rhythm. Her voice delicately laments throughout the record, which features several roots-reggae musicians, and blends together for a perfect fusion that bridges the revolutionary sounds of 70’s Jamaica with Brazil of the same era. Check out the video for “Cry for Another.”

      -Eduardo Valencia

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