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SABBATTICAL AHDAH

Sabbattical Ahdah is one of the more popular artists on the island of St. Croix who is just starting to gain recognition internationally. His profound lyrics and potent chants exemplify the 'Cruzial' roots music movement. With the re-release of his debut album and new materials in the works, expect to hear lots more about Sabbattical Ahdah.


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The Music

Iyah Ites Productions is the company responsible for the initial recordings of Sabbattical Ahdah. This included four selections on the 'Eastbound II' compilation along with his debut album 'Heart Ah Joy'. SPM Records remastered and re-released this CD in 2003, making it widely available. Sabbattical Ahdah also sang 'If Jah Didn't Love I' on the Wake Up Call compellation. For more information, click on one of the images below.


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Album Reviews

Heart Ah Joy

This re-mastered release of Sabbattical Ahdah’s first release is a must-have for those who know (or want to know) about the Virgin Islands roots music movement. Sabbattical Ahdah is one of the most renowned artists in St. Croix, with a large following developing in the US and the Caribbean. His unique vocal delivery and intense lyrics, combined with strong production make this album a powerful listening experience. - More

Photos
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Sabbattical Ahdah - Live at SNWMF - June 2004

Sierra Nevada World Music Festival (California) - June 2004
Photos by Daniel Frankston

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Words come like the river. Ever lasting. Ever Righteous. Ever uplifting and Ever alive.
- Sabbattical Ahdah

Interviews

Sabbattical Ahdah reasons with Ireggae about being born and raised in the livity of Rastafari. Sabbat discusses the very first song he ever wrote. Though the song was never released, he provides the listeners with a chant of that inspiration and how he constructed it.

Sabbattical Ahdah talks about his debut album 'Heart Ah Joy' along with the songs on the Eastbound Vol. I & II compilation.

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Running Time: 31:41

SNWMF Press Conference
June 19, 2004

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Running Time: 16:08