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Religion News Blog posts insightful comments on the latest international news that render us taken-aback in the domain of the religion facet of life. Religion News Blog: Love-Is-My-Religion News 1 Music Review: Ziggy Marley welcomes university students, preaches 'Love is My Religion': August 30, 2007 by WAYNE MULLEN  Ziggy Marley, the deeply spiritual son and most prominent offspring of the godfather of reggae, Bob Marley, performed in Chico Aug. 23. Part of his "Love is my Religion" world tour, promoting his latest album of the same name, the AS Presents show was the first concert of Chico State University's new school year. A native of Kingston, Jamaica, Ziggy Marley first sat in on recording sessions with his famous father when he was 10 years old. Joining with his three siblings to become The Melody Makers, he crafted his art into the soulful, energetic sound he demonstrated on stage with his own band at Chico State's Bell Memorial Union auditorium. Religion News Blog: Love-Is-My-Religion News 1 (Continued) After two decades as the driving creative force behind The Melody Makers, a triple Grammy-winning act that included brother Stephen and sisters Sharon and Cedella, Ziggy Marley released his debut solo album, "Dragonfly," in 2003. "Love is my Religion" is his second solo album and winner of the 2007 Grammy for Best Reggae Album. The title spilled from his lips when a woman asked the dreadlocked singer what religion he practices. Embracing both the spiritual and emotional side of his life, with the recurring theme of love and friendship, "Love is My Religion" showcases Marley's extraordinary talents as a songwriter (writing all 12 tracks), musician (playing a variety of instruments), producer and singer. Religion News Blog: Love-Is-My-Religion News 1 (Continued)
Marley appeared at the BMU with his nine-member band and mesmerized the audience, delivering his driving reggae rhythms and "Love is My Religion" message. He began his performance with a haunting number from his first solo album, "Melancholy Mood," which seemed to reflect his observation of too much hypocrisy in society, and too little love. Continuing this theme, he launched into "Be Free," a track from his latest album, and perhaps the disc's most political song. With its solid, pounding reggae beat, it brought those who were not already standing to their feet and bumping to the music. Religion News Blog: Love-Is-My-Religion News 1 (Continued) More rock than reggae, "Into The Groove" was next and charged up the audience even more with its penetrating beat, felt as much as it was heard. As Marley bounced to the infectious rhythms while performing, so too did everyone in the room. Blending blues, rhythm and blues, hip-hop and reggae, Marley had the crowd in the palm of his hand, showering the audience with his message of love, hope, peace and spirituality, which is the driving force behind his music and the underlying message of his current album. "Make Some Music," which was even more danceable, delivered an upbeat, romantic message with a hard pounding, solid reggae influence. Religion News Blog: Love-Is-My-Religion News 1 (Continued) Marley continued to display his incredible talents with several cuts from his albums, including "Justice," "Still in The Storms," "A Lifetime" and one of his dad's classics, "Lively Up Yourself." Most memorable was "Black Cat," exhibiting pure rock at its finest, to which the exuberant audience responded enthusiastically. "True to Myself," also noteworthy, had the entire audience with their hands held high, clapping to the beat in complete approval. Marley ended his set with his father's anthemic "Is This Love," leaving the audience wanting more. Religion News Blog: Love-Is-My-Religion News 1 (Continued) Of course, he didn't disappoint and soon returned to the stage performing "Dragonfly," "Look Who's Dancing" and finally, the immensely popular title track to his album "Love is My Religion," which brought the excitement to a fever pitch. You certainly didn't need to love reggae to love Ziggy Marley, just an appreciation for great music, performed by an outstanding and multi-talented performer. Opening for Ziggy was the polished and talented reggae group from Santa Cruz, Root Awakening, featuring Jamaican born, Ras Midas, who performed a thoroughly entertaining set. Religion News Blog Comment: Why isn't there a single world religion on earth - a fundamental religion that every single human puts her/his faith in? No, the concept of freedom of religion will get hurt. But then why should there be any single religion too, on earth? Why don't I simply say that love is my religion? But then again, why should I need calling love a religion too? In fact, why do I need anything like devotion in my life? That is what the biggest question is! It connects to the health of human psyche as well as to the health of human society. I invite you to subscribe to my E-zine titled Life Coach, free of charge. This E-zine publishes insightful comments on the latest international news that render us taken-aback in the domains of various facets of life. A not-to-be-missed opportunity! Subscribe to it here: I also invite you to subscribe to my Life Blog - no need to provide your e-mail address here. This RSS feed keeps you informed about new developments taking place on this site. It also harbors 25 journal bloglets posting insightful comments on the latest international news that render us taken-aback in the domains of various facets of life. In order to subscribe to the blog, right-click on the orange RSS button (see buttons up to the left) and then paste the URL into your RSS reader. Or click on add to My Yahoo! button or My MSN or Add To Google button if you keep a personalized home page there. If you are not sure what RSS or blogging is all about, click on What's an RSS Feed? here:
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