Album Notes

Biography:

His music has been described by music critics as “urgent reggae with biting social commentary”.

His songs echo the cry of humanity for as long as the world existed. His lyrics are poignant and deal with the ills facing the world.

Who?

Patrick Mystery...singer, songwriter, and recording artist.

Not since the legendary Marley has any artist had his hands on the world’s pulse. Patrick Mystery’s lyrics give voice to the millions whose voices yearn to be heard. And this is what makes his music urgent.

His stirring lyrics along with his reggae fused with rock and tinged of gospel, has made him one of a rare breed of artist; one who has the musical ability, coupled with a political and world sensibility.

His 1995 debut album, Drastic Time, on BKS Records, garnered strong airplay and examined such issues as racism, terrorism, human rights and environmental awareness. One music critic dubbed it, “The Gospel of Reggae”.

On his forthcoming single and video, “Innocent Blood”, Patrick Mystery decries the shedding of innocent blood in the name of war and question world leaders cry for peace.

So called leaders, talk of peace
While their acts are of war
They instigate, manipulate

Innocent Blood continues to showcase Patrick Mystery’s penchant for writing songs that are powerful and universal.

Discography:
Drastic Times - BKS Records
Live and Drastic - BKS Records
WBAI-FM 'Octoberfest' compilation CD

Website
http://www.myspace.com/patrickmystery

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DRASTIC TIMES - SONG BY SONG SYNOPSIS

1. Jah Chant: Invocation - a call to pray.

2. Give Thanks and Praises: A song of praise to Jah.

3. Cry No More: A passionate for all the suffering children of the world.

4. Drastic Times: A poignant description of the times in which we live.

5. Lion: A song evoking the oppressed masses to wake up.

6. Terrorist: A song addressing terrorism in all it's forms.

7. Race War: A prophetic song addressing the underlying caused of man's inhumanity.

8. Sky is Falling: A forceful song dealing with man's self-destructive ways.

9. Mystery: A plea for man to stop destroying the earth.

10. Black Nation: An Anthem.

11. Hope For The World: Despite these drastic times, there is still hope.

12. Latin Chant: An ecclesiastical introit.

13. Messiah: A call to seek spiritual wisdom.