1. A roots regg… Read Full Bio ↴There are at least two artists that have used this name:
1. A roots reggae band from Jamaica
2. A straight edge metalcore band from Florida, US
1. Culture was a Jamaican roots reggae group founded in 1976. Originally they were known as the African Disciples.
The members of the trio were Joseph Hill (lead vocals), Albert Walker (backing vocals) and Kenneth Dayes (backing vocals).
Shortly after Culture came together, they began working with the "Mighty Two" – producer Joe Gibbs and engineer Errol Thompson. While at Gibbs’ studio, they recorded a series of powerful singles, many of which ended up on their debut album ‘Two Sevens Clash’. After their success with Gibbs, the group went on to make a string of albums for producer Sonia Pottinger. Culture began working with some of the premier musicians of the day including Robbie Shakespeare, Sly Dunbar, Ansel Collins, Cedric Brooks and the ever-present percussionist Sticky. Virgin Records picked up the albums, and that added distribution enabled Culture to gain an even larger following outside of Jamaica.
Critically considered one of the most authentic traditional reggae acts, at the time of the first Rolling Stone Record Guide publication, they were the only band of any genre whose every recording received a five-star review (of bands with more than one recording in the guide).
In 1982 the three singers went their own ways. Hill carried on using the Culture name, and recorded the Lion Rock album, which was released in the United States by Heartbeat Records. For their part, Walker and Dayes recorded a handful of songs on their own – a few of which turned up on an album titled Roots & Culture. In 1986 the original line-up reformed to record two highly regarded albums – Culture in Culture and Culture at Work. These releases marked the beginning of a very busy period for the group, including annual albums and countless tours. The U.S. label Shanachie released a steady stream of new and old Culture albums up to Wings Of A Dove in 1992.
Joseph Hill, who came to symbolize the face of Culture, died in Germany on 19 August 2006 while the group was on tour. His son, Kenyatta Hill, now is the lead singer.
2) Classic mid/late 90s hardcore from Florida, celebrated for, among a handful of others, helping to cultivate the burgeoning metallic hardcore sound that became synonymous with the era.
CULTURE was known for aggressive social/political/ecological commentary, cautionary tales of reckless consumerism and industrial sprawl, and advocacy of the straightedge lifestyle.
Former members went on to Morning Again, Terror, As Friends Rust, Shai Hulud, Throwdown, Blood Has Been Shed and (most recently) ON BODIES.
In 2012, CULTURE played its first show since disbanding in 1998 (The Reel & Restless Fest in Miami, Florida). This fall, in August of 2013, the band will revisit Europe for Belgium's famed Ieper Hardcore Festival, and will then play three dates in Japan, including Tokyo's Bloodaxe Fest.
Members included:
Rich Thurston (Guitar: 1993-1997, Bass: 1993, Vocals: 1993, Drums: 1996)
Josh Williams (Drums: 1993-1997)
Stan Obal (Bass: 1993)
Mark Mitchell (Vocals: 1993, Vocals: 1996)
Pete Carreno (Bass: 1994)
John Wylie (Guitar: 1994-1995)
Damien Moyal (Vocals: 1994-1995, Vocals: 1997-1998)
Gordon Tarpley (Bass: 1995-1997, Guitar: 1998)
Louie Long (Vocals: 1995)
Anthony Conte (Vocals: 1995)
Steve Looker (Guitar: 1996-1997)
Jason Dooley (Drums: 1997)
Timothy Kirkpatrick (Drums: 1997-1998)
Joe Simmons (Guitar:1997-1998)
Floyd Beckham (Bass: 1998)
Kenneth Brian (Guitar: 1998)
Change
Culture Lyrics
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God bless me, God help me, I think we need change God bless me, God help me, I think we need change
Oh, we been goin' through the changes, uh tryna figure out the next move, I been pacin', patiently waitin' for it, yeah
Twenty-five and that pressure weigh
A ton ton ton I can't run from it
But fuck it man, I'm numb to it, numb to this shit, God bless me
God bless me, I think we need change God help me, God save us, oh, I think we need change
Changes, pacing, pacing, changes, pacing, pacing, Changes, pacing, pacing, changes, pacing
The lyrics of Culture's song "Change" reflect a sense of desperation and a plea for divine intervention. The repetition of the phrase "God bless me, God help me" indicates a deep longing for guidance and support. The line "I think I'm insane" suggests a state of inner turmoil and confusion. It conveys the feeling of being overwhelmed and questioning one's sanity in the face of personal or societal challenges.
The lyrics also emphasize the need for change. The repeated phrase "I think we need change" reflects a collective frustration and desire for a shift in circumstances. The line "we been goin' through the changes, tryna figure out the next move" exemplifies the struggle of navigating uncertain times and the anxiety that accompanies it. The reference to feeling numb and being unable to escape the pressure reinforces the idea of being trapped in a cycle of hardship.
Line by Line Meaning
God bless me, God help me, I think I'm insane
I'm desperately seeking a divine intervention, as I feel my sanity slipping away.
God bless me, God help me, I think we need change
I'm pleading for divine assistance because I believe we are in dire need of transformation.
Oh, we been goin' through the changes, uh tryna figure out the next move, I been pacin', patiently waitin' for it, yeah
We have been experiencing constant shifts and uncertainties, attempting to discern our next step, as I have anxiously paced, awaiting a resolution.
Twenty-five and that pressure weigh
Being at the age of twenty-five, the burden or stress weighs heavily on me.
A ton ton ton I can't run from it
It feels like an overwhelming load that I cannot escape from.
But fuck it man, I'm numb to it, numb to this shit, God bless me
Nevertheless, I have reached a point of emotional detachment and indifference towards these challenges, yet I still seek divine blessings.
God help me, God save us, oh, I think we need change
I implore for God's assistance and salvation because I strongly believe that we desperately require a significant shift.
Changes, pacing, pacing, changes, pacing, pacing, Changes, pacing, pacing, changes, pacing
This repetition emphasizes the continuous cycle and rhythm of changes taking place, as I repetitively pace and await the impact of these changes.
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Viswanathan Vaidyanathan
Nicely delivered. From blaming culture to leadership enriched culture- This is the journey that every organisation should aim for. Great takeaway Arthur.
Arthur Carmazzi
glad you enjoyed it
Dr. Alicia Granholm
"They forget to ask the people that matter, those they're going to 'change.'" Such a good point. I see this happen every day with my clients. It's such a common mistake and one of the easiest ones to fix too.
Suzy Ochukut
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Dinda Elton Putri
This is such a valuable lesson, thank you so much!
A Thimbrel
Awesome video. I love this guy's level of energy!
Anna Beatriz Mattos
Amazing and truly inspiring! Thank you for that!
Tahseen Malik
Really well articulated and interesting!
john tailby
This sounds like a Ghandi style grass roots evolution. Its a nice idea but unless senior management want to change their beliefs and behaviours its very difficult to get organisational change moving outside your team. Most middle managers are too busy trying to enrich their CVs to try anything risky or hard.
Miguel Ojeda
Your comment validates the need for cultural improvements in the market place.