to the legendary black nationalist leader Marcus Garvey.

Priest receives smoldering support from Robbie Shakespeare and Sly Dunbar, the definitive reggae rhythm section. Shakespeare's menacingly rumbling bass on "It Ain't Easy" provides the album's sole note of real danger. But for the most part, it's clear that danger doesn't interest Priest. His tender reggae seeks not to incite but to soothe and beguile. More often than not, it succeeds. (RS 546)

DAVID KISSINGER