Dave Barker - A Quiet Place

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Review by Mark Ley de los Santos

Album Review: A Quiet Place by Dave Barker Alright, let’s get into it. I’ve been jamming to Dave Barker’s A Quiet Place, and honestly? It’s got that chill reggae vibe you need when life feels like too much. This album is pure Jamaica—sun-soaked beats, laid-back grooves, and just enough soul to make you wanna close your eyes and drift off. The dude didn’t go with some big flashy label; nah, he kept it indie under “Not On Label.” Respect for keeping things raw. Now, the tracklist ain’t huge, but it doesn’t have to be. Sometimes less really is more. Two tracks stood out to me: the OG version of A Quiet Place and its DJ remix counterpart (A Quiet Place (DJ Version)). Let’s break ‘em down real quick. First up, the original cut—A Quiet Place. Man, this one hits different. It’s smooth as butter, with Dave’s voice floating over the rhythm like a cloud on a summer day. There’s no rush, no clutter—just good vibes all around. What sticks with me is how stripped-back it feels. You can tell Dave wasn’t trying to overdo anything here. He lets the music breathe, and that makes it memorable. Like, you could play this at a party or while kickin’ it solo, and it’d still slap. Then there’s the DJ Version. Okay, so if the first track is all zen and chill, this one cranks up the energy just a notch. It’s kinda funky, right? The beat gets looped up in all the right ways, and suddenly you’re nodding your head without even realizing it. I love how they took the same core tune but flipped it into something fresh. If the original is Sunday morning vibes, this one’s Friday night prep mode. Perfect for when you’re cleaning your room or vibin’ before heading out. What I dig about this whole project is how unpretentious it feels. Dave didn’t try to reinvent reggae or anything—he just gave us two solid tunes that remind you why the genre’s so timeless. No crazy bells and whistles, just honest-to-goodness music straight from Jamaica. Here’s the random thought I’ll leave you with though: listening to this album made me wonder if Dave ever gets tired of hearing his own voice. Like, does he put it on in his car and think, “Man, I sound smooth!” Or is he like, “Ugh, not again”? Either way, props to him for giving us A Quiet Place. It’s exactly what we need sometimes—a little calm amidst the chaos. So grab your headphones, find a quiet spot, and press play. Trust me, you won’t regret it.

Download Dave Barker - A Quiet Place
Artist: Dave Barker
Album: A Quiet Place

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Download

Filename: dave-barker-a-quiet-place.zip
  • MP3 size: 13 mb
  • FLAC size: 116 mb

Tracks

TrackDurationPreview
A Quiet Place
A Quiet Place (DJ Version)

Video

Dave Barker - A Quiet Place (A.k.A. Johnny Dollar) -- Pee records
DAVE & ANSEL COLLINS - A QUIET PLACE.wmv
Dave & Ansel Collins- A Quiet Place (ALA Johnny Dollar)
John Holt, Dave Barker - Quiet Place

Labels

Not On Label

Listen online

  • escuchar en línea
  • ouvir online
  • ascolta in linea
  • online luisteren
  • écouter en ligne
  • lyssna på nätet
  • online anhören
  • lytte på nettet
  • kuunnella verkossa

Formats

  • Vinyl
  • 7"
  • 45 RPM
  • White Label

Notes

DJ side (also Dave Barker) corresponds to the lower matrix number, as listed.

Barcodes

  • Barcode (DJ Side): Dyna BL 4137-1
  • Barcode (Vocal Side): Dyna BL 4138-1

About Dave Barker

Jamaican deejay and singer born 1948 in Kingston. Dave Barker started his singing career in the group Two Tones with his two friends Brenton Matthews and Fathead. Barker then sang for a short while with alongside and before forming the duo together with . In 1969 Dave Barker went solo for the producer and had major success. In 1970 Dave teamed up with keyboard player making the duo .

Real Name

    • David John Crooks

Name Vars

  • Baker
  • Barker
  • D. Barker
  • Dane Barker
  • Dave
  • Dave Baker
  • Dave Barker Jamaica No 1
  • Dave Barker [Of Dave And Ansell Collins]
  • Dave Parker
  • David Barker

Aliases

  • Dave Collins
  • David Crooks
  • Dave McLaren

Interesting fact about Album

Did you know? Dave Barker, a Jamaican reggae artist, released an album called *A Quiet Place*. It’s a chill project, with just two tracks: "A Quiet Place" and its DJ Version. The album came out independently, not tied to any major label. It’s a hidden gem for reggae fans who love raw, authentic vibes. Sometimes less is more, right?

Comments

smokestack67
smokestack67
2025-03-15
I LOVE SKA
ladapt35
ladapt35
2025-03-14
I LOVE THIS SONG
adeguiacatipon
adeguiacatipon
2025-03-13
I remember the song from when I was in junior high school, I find that whenever I'm in a situation that I'm not supposed to be in the song always come back to mine
valeriegrumelin
valeriegrumelin
2025-03-13
!!