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" β producer Joe Gibbs and engineer Errol Thompson. While at Gibbsβ studio, they recorded a series of powerful singles, many of which ended up on their debut album βTwo Sevens Clashβ. 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 β 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 β 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)
This Train
Culture Lyrics
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Train to Zion When I was just a kid Mummy used to teach me this song.
Ooh oooh oooh ooooh ooooh.
this train carry no backbiters .
The song "This Train" by Culture is a classic reggae track that is infused with powerful thematic elements. The opening line "this is a righteous train" sets the tone for the rest of the song. Culture speaks of a train journey to Zion, which is referring to heaven or a spiritual destination. The lyrics invoke a sense of awe and wonderment as the singer speaks about the sense of righteousness that comes along with being a part of this train.
The song is based on a traditional African-American spiritual song called "This Train Is Bound for Glory" and was adapted by Culture to reflect their own cultural identity. The line "When I was just a kid Mummy used to teach me this song" is a nod to the traditional roots of the song and the importance of passing down cultural heritage through music.
The lines "this train carry no backbiters" speaks to the uplifting nature of this train journey. It is a journey that is free from negativity and judgment. Instead, it is a journey where like-minded people come together to celebrate their spirituality and their unbreakable bond. The song "This Train" is a powerful ode to spirituality, tradition, and cultural identity.
Line by Line Meaning
This is a righteous train.
This train is a symbol of goodness and moral correctness.
Train to Zion
The train carries passengers to a symbol of hope and promise in Rastafarian tradition.
When I was just a kid Mummy used to teach me this song.
An anecdote of learning the song when the singer was young, possibly showing the importance of culture being passed down through generations.
Ooh oooh oooh ooooh ooooh.
A refrain expressing the joy and excitement of riding the train.
This train carry no backbiters .
The train does not allow those who speak ill of others, highlighting the importance of positivity and respect in Rastafarian culture.
Contributed by Chloe L. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@carolsameuls8426
This train is bound to Africa because this train is from Africa Hallelujah
@stedmanryan5106
This is the best version you will be for ever in our hearts.
@leonardohamilton8038
Best
@vuyisilememani4379
That's what I call good music
@errolramdeen1976
Excellent
@esselemmanuel2310
This train is for Jah righteous people and is bound for Zion.Wrong doers are not permitted to get on board.Powerful song.
@Legacyproject24
I wish this prophet is still giving me tunes from his grave
God weβve lost indeed a prophet of all time
@user-qc2md1lt1y
Un grand morceau. On ne se lasse pas de l'Γ©couter.
@MonCompteIphonePikine
L'un des plus grands album q le reggae roots a produit , Joe Γ©tait 1 gΓ©nie .
@stedthomas1
This song was written and first sung by another legend Bunny Wailer but perfected by the great Joseph Hill with Culture harmonizing. Love this chune growing up as likkle yute in the late 70s