Daily Reggae Album Review: “Wisdom” showcases the brilliance of Stick Figure

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There are certain bands that when you hear their song come on, you know you are going to have an epic day. Usually they are trend setters and veterans of honing and perfecting their craft. Enter Stick Figure. The reggae rock band consistently releases brilliant reggae rock and their latest album, “Wisdom” is another reminder that Stick Figure is out of this world talented.

The album starts with an absolute jam titled, “Old Sunrise”. I love Stick Figure’s gorgeous riddims, Scott Woodruff’s thoughtful lyrics and his soulful singing voice. Stick Figure has some of the best lyrics in the genre and “Old Sunrise” features these incredible lyrics, “When the whole world’s sleeping it’s a beautiful place; It all make sense when I’m lying awake with you, with you; But now the day burns steady, just a moment in time; Take me back when your heart was never too hard to find, in love with you”. 

Stick Figure is able to make complex sound simple. When you turn on “Paradise” listen to the instruments as they start to build on top of one another. Woodruff and his bandmates including Johnny Cosmic and KBong are able to marry reggae, rock, dub and pop and infuse them with such thoughtful songwriting. Turn this song up whether you’re looking for inspiration to start the day, or are sitting at the beach taking in the waves. 

The band has produced some epic songs with Slightly Stoopid. “Choice Is Yours” from their 2015 album, “Set in Stone” is a fan favorite, and the new songs bringing the bands together “Way of Life” and “Higher” are grooving! 

Make a run for the beach and feel the good vibes in “Edge of the Ocean”. Stick Figure’s music is so relaxing and I love the song’s bass line, guitar riffs, and perfectly laid down drum pattern. Scott Woodruff shines so bright in this song and inspires positivity and life exploration the whole album. 

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