Steely & Clevie

Reggae artists are famous for reinterpreting American hits and adding dashes of style that improve upon the originals. Old to the New: A Steely & Clevie Tribute to Joe Gibbs Classics boasts a dizzying array of these reinterpretations, except that the hits are already reggae classics by legendary producer Joe Gibbs. Steely & Clevie take raw '70s hits like "Love You Like That (Someone Loves You Honey)", a hit for sweet-voiced J.C. Lodge, and adds hot DJ Junior Kelly for a sizzling update that still stays true to the original. Other innovative pairings include Luciano and the Mighty Diamonds for a transcendent take on "Identity" and Beres Hammond and U-Roy on the sultry "Ain't That Loving You." This album is essential listening for classic reggae fans as well as newcomers. ~ Rosalind Cummings-Yeates, All Music Guide