On today's much too long episode of Playback, we dive into the mystical world of Lee "Scratch" Perry, and the masterpiece HEART OF THE CONGOS!

We talk about The Black Ark recording studio that Perry built in his backyard yard which was covered from top to bottom in mystical writings, sculptures, and painted symbols. We demonstrate the effects and techniques he employed to achieve such a murky, magical sound like the one featured on Heart of the Congos.

We also talk about the cadre of unbelievable musicians that Perry had at his disposal for this album, and discuss exactly how sound of mind Perry was when it ultimately came to burning down his own studio.

Chapters:

00:00 (Intro)

00:17:46 (Who is Lee "Scratch" Perry?)

00:50:38 (The Black Ark, and effects demonstration)

01:42:03 (How did The Black Ark burn down?)

02:03:20 (The Music of Heart of the Congos)

02:32:48 (Standout Songs)

03:02:24 (Final Thoughts) F

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