There are at least two artists that have used this name:
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)

Peace Love & Harmony
Culture Lyrics

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Some ah dem a say dat dem a bad man
Some ah dem a say dat dem a dan
Di other ress a dem a say a gun man
Di other ress a dem bawl out dem a notch

Peace and love inna di dancehall peace and love
Peace and love inna di dancehall peace and love
Peace and love inna di dancehall peace and love

Peace and love inna di dancehall peace and love

I′m not afraid of your automatic! (one love)
Neither afraid or respect your special! (we want love)
If yuh even go tek up your big six pence
And come to jump and drive over I fence (weh mi say?)

Peace and love inna di dancehall peace and love
Peace and love inna di dancehall peace and love (hear what I say)
Peace and love inna di dancehall peace and love

I'm not afraid of your M16
Neither afraid of your bush master
Because from your heart have war I know what you′re after
Come to destroy each and everyone (but yah hear mi)

Peace and love inna di dancehall peace and love
(Peace within the hall)
Peace and love inna di dancehall peace and love
(Come sista mek we rock)
Peace and love inna di dancehall peace and love
(Sista pat sista pat)
Peace and love inna di dancehall peace and love

Juss a while ago yuh throw yuh hand over mi shoulder
I feel like fallin to bed (nuh bedtime yet though)
When I tek a stop reggae music get red
I've got to hop and skip and shake up I dread (weh mi say?)

Peace and love inna di dancehall peace and love
(To everybody)
Peace and love inna di dancehall peace and love
Peace and love inna di dancehall peace and love
Peace and love inna di dancehall peace and love

All I need is the music to haul and pull up (right! right!)
Mi nah boast off nar push up
But reggae music get internationally
Das why we have got to jump and sing musically
Wha we a sing she??

Peace and love inna di dancehall peace and love
Peace and love inna di dancehall peace and love

(Rock an come reggae)
Peace and love inna di dancehall peace and love

Overall Meaning

The song "Peace Love & Harmony" by Culture deals with the idea of peace, love, and unity among people, specifically in the context of dancehall music. The lyrics start by acknowledging the existence of those who proclaim themselves to be tough guys, gun men, or notchers. However, the song is clear in its message that these are not the qualities they should be glorifying. Instead, it advocates for a peaceful and harmonious co-existence, where people can enjoy the music and the dance floor without any fear or violence.

The song's chorus repeats the phrase “Peace and love in the dancehall,” emphasizing the importance of these values in a place where one should be able to let loose and have fun. The lyrics then go on to address the idea of fear and intimidation, directly stating that the artist is not afraid of any weapon, be it the automatic or the M16. The song opposes the idea of violence and aggression, providing a message of unity and harmony. The song's conversational tone combines with the upbeat reggae melody, creating a celebratory vibe that encourages listeners to embrace peace, love, and harmony.

Line by Line Meaning

Some ah dem a say dat dem a bad man
Some people claim that they are tough and aggressive

Some ah dem a say dat dem a dan
Some people claim that they are dangerous

Di other ress a dem a say a gun man
Others declare themselves to be gunmen

Di other ress a dem bawl out dem a notch
Others boast that they are notorious criminals

I′m not afraid of your automatic! (one love)
I'm not scared of your automatic weapon, let's spread love instead

Neither afraid or respect your special! (we want love)
I don't fear or respect your title or status, we just want love

If yuh even go tek up your big six pence
Even if you bring out heavy artillery

And come to jump and drive over I fence (weh mi say?)
And try to cross over my boundaries of safety (you know what I'm saying?)

I'm not afraid of your M16
I'm not scared of your M16 rifle

Neither afraid of your bush master
Nor am I scared of your Bushmaster rifle

Because from your heart have war I know what you′re after
Because if you have war in your heart, I know what you want to do

Come to destroy each and everyone (but yah hear mi)
You want to destroy everyone (but listen to me)

Juss a while ago yuh throw yuh hand over mi shoulder
Just a little while ago, you put your arm over my shoulder

I feel like fallin to bed (nuh bedtime yet though)
I feel like I need to lie down (even though it's not bedtime)

When I tek a stop reggae music get red
When I pause, reggae music gets exciting

I've got to hop and skip and shake up I dread (weh mi say?)
I need to jump, skip, and dance to the music to get rid of my worries (you know what I'm saying?)

All I need is the music to haul and pull up (right! right!)
All I need is the music to be played repeatedly (Yes! Yes!)

Mi nah boast off nar push up
I'm not bragging or trying to impress anyone

But reggae music get internationally
But reggae music is popular worldwide

Das why we have got to jump and sing musically
That's why we have to dance and sing with the music

Wha we a sing she??
What are we singing about, my friend?

Writer(s): Joseph Constantine Hill

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