The Sound of Sunshine
- Michael Franti & Spearhead
- Band Name: Michael Franti & Spearhead
- Record Label: Capitol
- Release Date: Sep 21, 2010
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- Summary: The artist's latest album with the band Spearhead continues his melding of hip-hop, reggae, and rock music.
- Record Label: Capitol
- Genre(s): Reggae, Pop/Rock, Alternative Rap, Contemporary Reggae
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Positive: 5 out of 12
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Mixed: 6 out of 12
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Negative: 1 out of 12
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On The Sound of Sunshine, "I'll Be Waiting" reaches for U2 grandeur, but Michael Franti is best as an amiable neo-Marley busker, asking for change, love, and maybe one more shot at crossover gold.
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May 31, 201160The mood is a celebratory, the vibe relaxed and one-time socially conscious hip hopper Franti makes like he's the happiest guy on the planet. [Jun 2011, p.124]
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Jun 3, 201120Anyone seeking the funky militancy of The Beatnigs or The Disposable Heroes Of Hiphoprisy may be baffled. [Jul 2011, p.82]
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