Ken Boothe - Down By The River

Review by Premier Living Properties

Down By The River by Ken Boothe: A Soulful Dip into Reggae Bliss Man, let me tell ya—Ken Boothe’s Down By The River is one of those albums that just sneaks up on you. It’s not trying too hard to impress, but somehow it does anyway. This little gem from Jamaica rides the line between reggae and soul so smoothly, you’ll swear these genres were made for each other. Produced by Lloyd Charmers (yeah, props to him), this record feels like a warm hug on a breezy afternoon. Let’s dive in. First off, the title track “Down By The River” hits different. Like, really different. From the first note, Ken’s voice wraps around you like a cozy blanket. There’s something about how he sings—it’s raw, heartfelt, and kinda gritty, but still smooth as butter. You can feel the vibes of Jamaica flowing through every word. The bassline? Oh man, it’s hypnotic. I found myself zoning out, staring at nothing in particular while my brain soaked it all in. It’s the kind of song that makes you wanna grab someone you love and sway slowly, even if you’re just standing there alone in your kitchen. Then there’s “Down By The River (Version).” Now, don’t sleep on this one because it might seem like a rehash, but nah, it’s got its own magic. This version strips things down a bit, letting the instruments breathe more. It’s almost like hearing the same story told two ways—you catch new details the second time around. The echoey effects give it a dreamy vibe, perfect for late-night headphone sessions when the world feels quiet enough to hear your own thoughts. What sticks with me most isn’t just the music itself—it’s how alive it feels. Like Ken Boothe didn’t just sing these songs; he lived them. Every note carries weight, every pause tells a story. And honestly, isn’t that what great music’s supposed to do? Make you feel like you’re peeking into someone else’s soul? Here’s the wild part though—listening to this album feels like stepping back in time, but weirdly, it also feels current. Maybe it’s because we’re all searching for that same chill, that same peace. Or maybe it’s just that good music never really gets old. Either way, Down By The River reminds me why I fell in love with reggae and soul in the first place. So yeah, go ahead and spin this one. Just don’t blame me if you end up humming “Down By The River” for days. Trust me, it’s contagious.

Artist: Ken Boothe
Album: Down By The River

Jamaica

Rating: 5.0

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Tracks

Track	Duration	Preview
Down By The River
Down By The River (Version)

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Ken Boothe - Down By The River (Neil Young Cover)

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Splash

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Vinyl
7"
45 RPM
Single

Credits

Role	Credit
Producer	Lloyd Charmers

Interesting fact about Album

Did you know? Ken Boothe's album *Down By The River* is a hidden gem blending reggae and soul. It’s pure Jamaica, produced by Lloyd Charmers and released under the Splash label. The album features just two tracks: the smooth title track and its version. Short, sweet, and full of vibe.

Comments

voirduciel

2025-03-16

This version has always given me goosebumps

nugspapi

2025-03-16

Who's on geetar?

ieatbats

2025-03-16

loved this version

brutusarnauld

2025-03-16

Great version of this song by Mr Booth

grahamaustin

2025-03-16

Masterpiece! The whole Let's Get It On LP is incredible... every track a blinder! cheers for the upload!

chuckhartman1

2025-03-16

Merry Clayton (the woman who sang the "rape, murder" hook in "Gimme Shelter") cut a sweet soul version of "Southern Man" which appears on her self-titled LP; well worth checking out.

jrbriggs

2025-03-15

Boom shot!!!

j4meswh

2025-03-15

you made my day finding this tune.... many thanks....

mgan9103

2025-03-14

My favourite singer singing my other favourite singer, yes please :) However I have too admit that Neil Young's version has my preference. Good vibes still!