Burning Spear - Slavery Days (Live on 2 Meter Sessions)

Burning Spear (aka Winston Rodney) is one of the most brilliant and respected roots artists in Jamaica's history. On July 7, 1997 we filmed a 2 Meter Session with him and his band for Dutch television.
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About 2 Meter Sessions
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Based in the Netherlands, 2 Meter Sessions is an independent, ongoing (new) music platform with a great legacy. Monthly we film 3 to 4 sessions with promising and breakthrough acts from all over the world.
Many well-known acts have visited the show; from James Taylor, Elliott Smith and David Crosby to Damien Jurado, Ben Howard and Josh Ritter, via Radiohead, Nirvana, Coldplay and Foo Fighters. Archive footage can regularly be seen in (theatrical) documentary movies, like “Mystify: Michael Hutchence” (with footage of our session with INXS, filmed in 1997), “Heaven Adores You” (with footage of our session with Elliott Smith, filmed in 1998) and “All I Can Say” (with footage of our session with Blind Melon, filmed in 1993).
The show started back in 1987 by radio presenter Jan Douwe Kroeske. On his popular national radio show he persuaded New-Zealand band Crowded House to play a couple of songs. The response of the public was so great, that 2 Meter Sessions quickly became a household name. In 1993, the show made a successful transition to national television. From there the show became a national phenomenon, for over 10 years, with filmed sessions of new talent, breakthrough acts and arrived career artists. Almost a million of 2 Meter Sessions cd’s were sold in the Netherlands.
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#BurningSpear #Reggae #Roots

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[@cyianiseraphin5811]

Kkkkkk

[@kounkounnaadamasso2800]

Respect

[@arnaudduhayon8857]

@@kounkounnaadamasso2800 Arno tout va très bien très bon choi

[@analesantiago1691]

I love this song 😍😍😍😍😍😍

[@rommie4770]

@@cyianiseraphin5811 I pray your kkkk message is not what people are thinking 🙏

[@jonathanives2581]

Every time the British Royals arrive somewhere, they should play this really loud.

[@fredvan6043]

Why? I don't have any sympathy for the British royals, but it's not that they invented slavery... Slavery has existed on all continents (also long before colonization started), and while it's been abolished in the West over 150 years ago, it still continues to exist in some parts of the world (for instance in India, but also in Africa)... So I think there's other occasions where it might be even more fit to play this song really loud! 👍

[@rebeccaimanscott9194]

R.I.P to all of my ancestors who survived Slavery otherwise mi wouldn't be a live . R.i.p to All my Jamaican grandparents and parents 🇯🇲🇯🇲 Caribbean Brit.

[@fitnesspoint2006]

what's so great about being alive

[@higherlearning95]

@@fitnesspoint2006 Experience of life. And to give thanks for creation..

[@pellecarlsson8408]

We all share the same ancestors!

[@abbeymore7657]

Have turn this beautiful song to potery in my class I love it

[@mohamedabdulle2212]

Afrika ilove y0u

[@linacabrera514]

One of the all time best reggae songs. I'm so glad I saw him perform live in the late 80s.

[@modems8092]

Still burning bright and clear.❤‍🔥 Winston Rodney is a corner stone for Jamaica and roots reggae. 100% Respect för all work and dedication.

[@linaromo1374]

Its a poem to freedom and victory

[@shevonroach6320]

Watching from Trinidad 🇹🇹 one of my favorite reggae artiste🇯🇲🇲🇱🇲🇱🇲🇱🇲🇱🇲🇱🇲🇱🇲🇱🇲🇱🇲🇱🇲🇱

[@janahcoaching]

My mother raised me listening to this music. Love it.

[@janahcoaching]

@@selecterpablo1179 What's your problem? You're being racist, thank God, my mother was not racist and made me listen to all kinds of music, no matter who made it.

[@goddayventures9100]

Really

[@goddayventures9100]

Those that fight for racist will remain illiterates forever

[@hollandoteamboueon8308]

@@janahcoaching The world gets better thanks to the people like your mom. Have a good day.

[@fernandasouza5436]

💞👍💯🇧🇷

[@bonganelazarus4067]

we come a long way and let us not forget as we are too relaxed 😭😭😭

[@angela-nd2do]

I miss those outdoor reggae festival where love and unity felt infinate. Soon, I pray.

[@selwynbarnum1139]

Indeed...those festivals are the gathering of righteous people..likewise they are truly missed, food for the soul.🙏🏿

[@simontamba1285]

Exactly

[@mystery5055]

Rototom reggae sunsplash 🤞

[@danablake9349]

Simply the best of times!!

[@carlosvillalobos1255]

Caribbean raza representing❤🎉, from the coasts of venezuela to trinidad y tobago, jamaica, the antilles

[@erwanrobin9268]

thank you forever for all thoses good vibes 🥰🙃

[@anandkumargopi6214]

2metersessions the BEST music programm ever. Bringing the Artist and Music back in their purest form. I grew up with Reaggae and 2metersessions with jan douwe kroeske. Thanks for posting.

[@2metersessies]

Thank you.

[@minnalafortune9413]

Respeck !beautiful! only Spear can do this! he was born for this assignment!

[@christinewilli2091]

Hy all of you beautifull people of reggae music...since childhood reggae music was a part of my life..my parents greatfulli listend to this music..so i got adicdet. till the present day . reggae music makes my day every day . greets from switzerland🇨🇭

[@Blackgeoff1]

It just doesn't get better than this .. I love these people

[@jacksmall2221]

God bless my Dad who introduced me to Burning Spear and other roots reggae greats like The Abyssinians, The Gladiators & Ras Michael. Surely the most uplifting and spiritual music known to mankind, praise be to God for reggae music!

[@freddarko12]

Massive Love from Ghana 🇬🇭

[@williamwooten6156]

Ghana massive love from USA

[@patrickntiamoah9394]

The work was so hard!! Some of us survived,showing them that we're still alive.....

[@stylishgambino1781]

My youth growing up on the coolest island call Jamaica the time of brotherhood when neighbors care for each other.

[@augustusmakombe239]

The song produced in 1970s but still feels latest . keep dem fire Burning 💚 frm Zimbabwe

[@mohammedsalifu4292]

PLD FRIENDS ARE THE BEST

[@mohammedsalifu4292]

I MEAN OLD

[@fredvan6043]

Spear is and will always be the one and only roots reggae artist who comes close to Bob Marley, in terms of consistent quality of his musical output. Bless him!

[@christomaya5516]

He was far better then Bob, even Bob Knowledge it. It's just Spear didn't make Comercial music. His primery focus was conceiousness

[@fredvan6043]

@@christomaya5516 "Conscious" music does not necessarily mean "better" music. Anyway, very much of Marley's music was - though being commercially successful (with is not the same as "commercial", by the way) - also about spiritual and political consciousness, but it was never limited to JUST that indeed, which made him a more versatile songwriter, taking on a much broader variety of themes, moods and styles. I think it's ridiculous to state one is "better" than the other, but fact is that Marley had a much wider appeal and, more than any other Jamaican artist, was able to blend his reggae into the pop mainstream without losing its roots, its originality or its credibility (while on the other hand, in the late 1980's Spear also made a few 'slicker' sounding albums too...). Whatever: I'm just a big fan of both! 😃

[@ReadinganddoingartwithMsLina]

Burning Spear performing in NYC in the 90s was my very first concert, and he blew me away. Speaking truth and history with the dope beats is what music is all about.

[@raspapaya]

And so farword we're goin on! Thank you teacher! For each and every one! Together as ONE 😊

[@clintonwarmington2276]

Jah lives in this

[@christianeidensten8826]

WOOOOW! Long Live the Living King!!!!❤️💛💚

[@jeangubar2132]

I just saw him in KC, June, 2024! Awesome!

[@SethGariseb-un2zi]

Reggae music at its best 👌

[@evaristoraul4950]

I lost my old brother in 2014... This sound make me see him every day ... RIP my old bro Philip Manhica...❤❤

[@mohammedsalifu4292]

I LOVE U MEN N U MADE MY DAY

[@mohammedsalifu4292]

EVEN ME NOT UNTIL AFTER 400 YEARS LATER

[@Janettoi]

May you be comforted, sorry for your loss ❤

[@user-ig7nu6be9l]

His a real legend

[@richardosun1895]

Meet Elder Spear in st Louis in 80s ,was amazed and love him since then.

[@bambafetigui3975]

Hé Hé Rasta Ayanaï ! Yes Burning spear ! You are the remaining legend. I wish you Longévity and healt above all. So that we always receive beautiful melodies from you. JAH bless you father. Rastafari Hailé Sélassié First Ayanaï !!! 🇨🇮🇨🇮🇯🇲🇪🇹

[@Pholo54]

The passing of Arch Tutu just reminded of my days in Babylon SA while the west stood by and watched unperturbed. RIP Arch Des. My days of slavery are still ingrained in my mind and soul. Thank you BS

[@Carol-mz5xk]

Mama Africa we remember because mama taught us your music reminded us too the days of slavery..Jamaica..

[@waves101]

Big up African Teacher Burning Spear whom i like to call The Blazing Spear! Keep the fire burning !! Salute and one love from Ethiopia!

[@peterbayley7270]

I just love life at all times bro thanks

[@nyokosprotuskrong5519]

We should not forget music legends like this person

[@michaell8002]

I can walk through fire🔥 to this jam. Way of the Warrior 🤙🔥

[@allardvanderstarre5238]

i've been following Burningspear since 1977-reggae lover for allways

[@gleek0707]

Winston Rodney!!!! Absolute Legend!!!!! The Burning Spear!!

[@yacoubamariko1246]

Listening it from Mali, Respect the AFRICANpeople!!!!

[@fixitmaraj6419]

Yes Jah , Burning Spear burning n reminding them 😩😭 especially d younger generation,just listen n learn, n Praise Jah 🙏 for like ♥️🤔💚🙏

[@DanielHarding-dm7vl]

May our parent souls rest in peace

[@alialilo6139]

Berning is one of a kind. All respect and appreciation to you 🥰🥰🥰🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@rodox_sk8]

May the strength of our enslaved ancestors give us the strength to fight against Babylon ✊🏾 Jah bless us all

[@user-wg3zj3cv7k]

Music from Africa remain for evar

[@steppinrazor3431]

R.I.P. NELSON MILLER I SHALL NEVER FORGET THE MOMENTS THAT YOU GREET ME BEFORE THE PERFORMANCE AND AFTER. YOU WERE THE ONLY ONE THAT CAME INTO THE CROWD GREET AND TALK WITH THE PEOPLE. ALWAYS SMILLING AND ENJOYING WITH THE CROWD.

[@nyneevans7729]

Outstanding performance.Much love from Kenya.

[@cyriljengosnr6003]

Am feeling cold listening to Burning Spear. The music is legit. His voice and words bring nothing but nostalgia

[@peterbisala6875]

It was only help from Jah that made it possible for them to survive. Jah is almighty, Jah is all and whole...

[@Waynosggwiwi]

Love from my island of Samoa in the pasific 🇼🇸

[@chaledeveine]

A true masterpiece. The vibe is insane

[@calvinpasipanodya8259]

burning spear!!!!! from Zimbabwe

[@formereverything4268]

most young people don't even know this music exists, and what it meant to so many people. I grew up in Ontario, and listened to this all in the 70's and 80s. I still listen to it when I need uplifting.

[@osimanmabhachi5047]

I used to listen to this music in Zimbabwe in the 80s and 90s🙏🙏🙏

[@danielbraga5534]

And i along the 90's Greetins for all...

[@Yo-nq9ul]

Im of this gen z but i know all about this because im from the islands

[@ryanlawrence9010]

Most people aren't bright.

[@johanminck9163]

True, and i am sooo happy that the good roots reggae music, hasn't gone commercial!

[@dominiquebala2475]

Miss my friend in Africa use to listen a lot of reggae music and that time we even understand the English language Rip for a few who passed those song me a lot of tears but life goes on.

[@m43888ninenine]

Royalty Calling Upon Royalty !!!!! 💛❤️💚🖤

[@nolanconnelly6821]

HIS MAJESTY VOICE !!! IMPERIAL EMERGENCY !!!

[@daturanights]

RIP Brother Num. Just found out your smile and light left this physical world today...you brought your joy in the percussions you played. Your friendship that spanned several decades was a gift to all of us who knew you and love you. You are with Jah now. Be at peace. Thank you for bringing so much light into the world. Seeing your smile did what it always has, brought a smile to my face... through the tears. Irie...

[@marlonbush4767]

Blessed be the man Winston rodney and the burning spear

[@mohammedsalifu4292]

AFRICA WILL WILL WAKE THEM UP

[@mohammedsalifu4292]

THEY PRETEND THEY FORGOT

[@mohammedsalifu4292]

NO SIR

[@adventurehawksancientharmony]

I was blessed to have been able to meet these kind men, drive them around in Tampa and hang my stage art behind them on a number of occasions. I even gave them early 1970’s recordings of them I had on cassette. Love the Spear!

[@camilacruz5912]

Realmente abençoado.

[@Yahzerael777]

Do you remember the days of slavery? I do and I'm only 35 but I'm well awake, I can remember it like yesterday! 🗣️Old slavery days! Israelites soon going home, the days are getting shorter and shorter. Shalom! 🔥

[@shadricksimwanza4991]

The best song among the rest, I salute you!! Listening it from Zambia.

[@iamnottito]

We shall never forget the days of slavery,Ras Burning Spear.Jamaica,salute our father,Burning Spear.

[@ndenzekiletsopo8189]

Fire officially is burning King Majola Tsopo

[@alphonsemushipe6351]

A befitting musical tribute to the Nation of AFRICA......Winston Rodney keep going Brother..!

[@AminaMohamed-ws3qo]

Wooo it's very amazing bend

[@haroldwilson6015]

Yes INI remember the days through black history. INI also remember INI ancestors of old and modern ones, without them, there is no us.

[@fixitmaraj6419]

Wow,wat a talent, instruments+vocal my people. This is d continuation of d power of luv ♥️ Jah Bls 🙏💥 Bunny Wailer,This Name is always in d future, Jah luv is burning in my soul 🙏🤔

[@rootsculturesounds2456]

Love LOVE burning spear!!! Give thanks

[@shabaka4555]

YES I REMEMBER THE DAYZ OF SLAVERY!! AND EACH TIME IT MAKES MY BLOOD BOIL !! AFRIKAN PEOPLE IN THE CARIBBEAN AND THE WORLD !! MUST UNITE !!🌏 🔥 BURNING SPEAR LEAD THE WAY!! THE GARVEY WAY!! 🇪🇹 HAIL JAH RASTA-FARI !! 🇪🇹

[@therootoflife5290]

I was raised in a family that was aware of Burning Spear Message and I inherited it forever...I'm in my 40s now and still jamming

[@augustomatiasaide9233]

Keep on Jah bless you

[@leinhagomes8331]

Jah bless😘

[@abdousarr1352]

IAM proud to be an African 🇸🇳🇸🇳🇸🇳🇸🇳🇸🇳🇸🇳🇸🇳

[@timothydraper6626]

I'm an atheist European, and his message of rightness or righteousness has a positive influence on me, we've always got to the think to Do Right.

[@mariavakaruru186]

I'm from Fiji islands he is awesome

[@marxkatjiuongua9995]

what a masterpiece.. thanks spear

[@justebenjamin9333]

An authentici warrior

[@keletiguikeletigui6295]

Vive le farafina !!! L'Afrique berceau de l'humanité... Respects burning the legende

[@davidkariga6049]

Rest in peace our legends JAH' bless.

[@KuchyDennoh]

Burning spear's bend still alive among Winston now he is at age of 80s, strong ever long living legends.

[@cifundobingala2240]

We see father Jomo Mze Kenyatta,,everytime Burning Spear plays...we praise for our africas independence

[@godwinkwalanda97]

I my self do recall this legend; the might culture and roots master....

[@smilingcoastforte643]

The lion doing his thing !!!! Fantastic, respect !!!

[@XeonGame]

Love Burning Spear and this song. Got into Roots through punk music, and this is fire.

[@tambrachapman6690]

Take me where. I deh deh. Universe and that's just man's similar definition. The stars, Father's children. Talk to me, next demention for there's work to be done. Do you hear me nuertuers, the Father's men are life in n which we are our Father's children. Just kicking it to those in my lane together. Respect always to my elders of eternal life in which I and I live it. One Love always to and for my originals. Truth be told. Jah rastafari

[@corkovits]

respect voor de paus 2021! niemand let op , maar wat hij doet is verbinden ! liefst zonder oorlogen!

[@rasrindothedubmaster5911]

What a tuneee‼️‼️

[@ritchieollivierre8256]

The living legend Winston Rodney.

[@washingtonotieno9309]

Do you Remember Slavery day. Lion himself 💪💪💪

[@christopherdixon9914]

Had the pleasure of seeing the great man perform back in 1990/91 at the international Manchester England. Talking to Hempress Sativa backstage at The band on the wall last year and she told me he's her favourite artist!! She has good taste❤❤

[@jonathanhiogue8742]

Burning Spear 🔥👌

[@ermiasermiaskidan7551]

God bless legend burning spear who push me to love reggae music tanks legend.

[@Joseb2bwriter]

In my slavery days I could hardly put even food on the table,but these hardship days builds n shapes us

[@tredseeker]

Burning Spear The G.OA.T. of Live Reggae Trance Music I still hear his vocals, words, the music feel the rhythms & beats in my body/mind even after the music is gone.

[@roseyram7625]

❤️Yes ❣️

[@Garciadann]

Cant wait to see him again in Boston this summer!

[@nomansjam3950]

Summer 2022...these guys are doing some shows!! Can't wait to see them again🙏🤙💗

[@mjmott]

Tix in hand for their Portland show! Can't wait

[@SG-rv4gr]

Tuuuuuunnnnnnnneeee!!!❤️🙏

[@abedonwona8576]

Yes eye!! Righteous twune! Sky high!!

[@VaQm11]

What a band! What a music!

[@user-ew2sj8rg6h]

Respect” to the burning spear.

[@drbrucehoffman6381]

Beyond words. A true masterpiece. And Winston Rodney's personal favorite song of his.

[@ismaeldia8756]

Honor and glory awa ancestors 🙏 Hotep ❤

[@andersongowe3496]

Ce morceau là 💯❤️❤️jsui acro💯❤️🇳🇨big up burning spear 😍💯

[@andraska976]

can't listen enough

[@medimran6034]

T0P Music 😎💯✊🧙‍♂️