1. SERIOUS THING 2. MY THOUGHTS 3. FLING IT GIMME 4. REARRANGE 5. MID-RANGE 6. FREEDOM TRAIN 7. GOOD FOUNDATION 8. AFTER YOU 9. BLESS OUR SOUL 10. NEW SONG/NEW VIBE 11. SERIOUS THING VERSION 12. MY THOUGHTS VERSION 13. MY THOUGHTS INSTRUMENTAL DUB 14. FLING IT GIMME VERSION 15. MID-RANGE VERSION 16. GOOD FOUNDATION DUB
Extra-Infos:
Remastered 1984 Album W/ 6 Previously Unissued Tracks
Description:
Serious Thing is an album by Gladiators, released in 2020. Serious Thing includes a.o. the following tracks: ??Serious Thing?, ??Fling It Gimme?, ??Bless Our Soul?, ??New Song/New Vibe? and more. The album is a Bonus Track(s), Reissue, Remastered reggae CD. - REMASTERED 1984 ALBUM W/6 PREVIOUSLY UNISSUED TRACKS
Tracks 9, 10, 11, 13, 14, and 16 are previously unreleased and exclusive to this reissue.
Packaging: standard cardboard digipak style cover, clear plastic tray, 12 page stapled cover booklet insert, rectangle red & yellow cover hype sticker.
Track times not printed on sleeve art, taken from: CD-Mac-iTunes.
?& 2018 Omnivore Recordings
"Serious Thing" is a compelling CD release by the legendary Jamaican vocal trio The Gladiators, presented by the reissue-specialist label Omnivore R. Rooted in classic roots reggae, this album captures the group's hallmark blend of spiritually charged lyrics, warm vocal harmonies, and deep, pulsating rhythms. The tracks showcase tightly arranged songs that balance conscious messages, social observations, and uplifting spiritual themes, all carried by earthy basslines, crisp guitar work, and an organic live-band feel that fans of golden-era reggae will immediately recognize.
The production emphasizes authenticity: the sound is rich yet unpolished enough to preserve the original character of the recordings, making this CD attractive both for long-time collectors and for new listeners searching for timeless reggae. "Serious Thing" functions as a strong statement of The Gladiators' consistency and artistic integrity, offering an immersive listening experience from the first track to the last. Whether enjoyed on a hi-fi system or through headphones, the album conveys the warmth and immediacy of a band playing together in the same room.
The Gladiators are one of Jamaica's enduring roots-reggae groups, known for their powerful vocal blend and spiritually infused songwriting. Emerging from the fertile Kingston scene, they became a staple of the roots movement, performing alongside and in the wake of the great pioneers of the genre. Over the decades, The Gladiators built a dedicated international fanbase through extensive touring and a series of influential albums that helped define the sound of conscious reggae. Their work is characterized by strong melodies, tight harmonies, and lyrics that speak about faith, justice, and everyday life, all anchored in a distinctive, roots-heavy groove.
Omnivore R is a label recognized for its dedication to high-quality archival and catalog releases, treating historically important recordings with care and respect. The company is known for thoughtful, detail-oriented productions that often include carefully restored audio and well-curated editions for collectors. With "Serious Thing," Omnivore R underlines its commitment to making key works of popular music history available in durable, listener-friendly formats. This CD release is designed for fans who value both musical substance and a well-produced physical edition in their collection.
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