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The most obvious thing about this album is how simple and pure it is. It is a blessing that Rohan has made his music available to all, because really it is for all. It is not worth missing out on this widely varied yet simplistic approach to what is now known as fusion music.
The album progresses from electronica to reggae, calypso to world beat and ska to acoustic. It would never occur to you that Rohan is a self-taught musician, and this album proves him as a pioneer in his music and not just someone who’s done a makeover job on someone else’s work.
With light tablas swinging the grooves, smooth female vocals, catchy acoustic riffs, and earthy beats (nothing like the heavier beats and basslines of most Asian underground producers), your ears experience heavenly treatment, done with quality and style.
Tracks to look out for are ‘Trippin’ which takes us back to his Jamaican roots, ‘Roots’, the title track, and for the lounge lovers, the Lounge Remix of ‘Siren’s Song’. The album is fresh, it’s pure, but simply put, it’s a musical journey definitely worth embarking on.
For more, check out http://www.rohanmusic.com
Review by DJ Guru
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