Mystic Urchin Presents...

Kingston, Jamaica has always been known for its amazingly rich musical tradition. All kinds of genre's have either originated or flourished there, it is arguably considered the home of musical genres such as reggae, dancehall, ska, dub, rock steady, and many other "caribbean-centric" forms of music. However, amidst this plethora of sounds there lies a living, breathing alternative scene. Many artists in the city who have been influenced by the various genres that call this place home have taken the music to new directions. These future hitmakers have congregated around the reggae alternative label Mystic Urchin and their Tuesday Night Live showcase at the Village Café. Mostly an uptown crowd, the scene has grown into a premiere nesting ground for Kingston's reggae alternative, artists who identify with rock and soul as much as reggae and dancehall, and is a vibrant breading ground for many developing artists and musicians. This compilation showcases the best talent from the village café and is meant to open up the ears of the listener to hear there is more to Jamaican music than reggae or dancehall; it also introduces a host of acts that boast musicianship and consciousness as opposed to electronic beats and bravado. The Harder They Fall is a first introduction for those unaware that this scene exists.