Nana McLean Sound Dimension - A Little Love Heavy Beat

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Review by Rodney Booe

A Little Love Heavy Beat by Nana McLean & Sound Dimension: A Reggae Gem That Still Hits Different Man, I gotta talk about this album. A Little Love Heavy Beat is one of those records that sneaks up on you, like a warm breeze on a cold day. Released in 1971 by Nana McLean and Sound Dimension under the Banana label (yep, Banana—how cool is that?), it's pure UK reggae vibes from start to finish. No frills, no gimmicks, just soul-soothing grooves that make your chest hum with nostalgia even if you weren’t alive back then. Let me tell ya, the title track "A Little Love" sticks to my brain like gum on a hot sidewalk. It’s got this sweet, bittersweet kinda melody where Nana’s voice feels like she’s singing directly to your heart. The lyrics are simple but hit hard—you know, the kind of stuff that makes you think about all the little things we take for granted in life. When she sings, “a little love goes a long way,” it’s not preachy or overdone; it’s more like a gentle reminder, whispered through the speakers. Honestly? This song always gets me thinking about how much better the world could be if folks just slowed down and showed each other some kindness. Yeah, cheesy as it sounds, it works. Then there’s “Heavy Beat.” Woof, this one slaps. Like, literally SLAPS. If “A Little Love” is a soft hug, “Heavy Beat” is a full-on dance party at 2 a.m. The bassline hits so deep you can feel it in your bones, and the rhythm section? Chef’s kiss. Every time this track comes on, I find myself nodding along before I even realize what’s happening. There’s something hypnotic about the way everything locks together—the drums, the horns, the echoey vocals—it’s chaotic in the best possible way. You don’t listen to this song; you experience it. And trust me, once it sinks its teeth into you, it doesn’t let go. What gets me most about this album is how timeless it feels. Sure, it came out over 50 years ago, but these tracks still sound fresh today. Maybe it’s because reggae has this magical ability to transcend time and space, or maybe it’s just that Nana McLean and Sound Dimension were straight-up wizards. Either way, listening to this record feels like stepping into another era—one where music wasn’t about chasing streams or trends but about connecting people through raw emotion and killer beats. Here’s the thing though: after spinning this album, I couldn’t help but wonder—why isn’t Nana McLean a household name? Seriously, her voice deserves to be blasting out of every car stereo and Bluetooth speaker across the globe. Maybe she didn’t care about fame, or maybe the stars just didn’t align right back then. But hey, that’s okay. Sometimes the best music finds its way to the people who need it most, quietly and without fanfare. So yeah, give A Little Love Heavy Beat a spin if you haven’t already. Just don’t blame me if you end up falling head over heels for it. Oh, and while you're at it, grab a banana. Seems fitting somehow.

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Artist: Nana McLean Sound Dimension
Album: A Little Love Heavy Beat
Rating: 3.67

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Tracks

TrackDurationPreview
A Little Love
Heavy Beat

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Nana McLean - A Little Love (1971)
Soul Dimension - Heavy Beat

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Catalog Numbers

BA 355

Labels

Banana

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Formats

  • Vinyl
  • 7"
  • 45 RPM

About Nana McLean Sound Dimension

Reggae singer Hails from Jamaica Based in Canada Debuted in 1977 at with the single "Till I Kiss You". In 1979 she jumped on the disco bandwagon with the maxi single "Wanna Make Love To You". Between 1979 - 2003, she has released 13 albums. In 1997 she receive the Juno award of Best Reggae Recording for her album "Nana McLean Collector Series" produced by jamaican maestro .

Name Vars

  • N. McLean
  • Nana Mc'Lean
  • Nana McClean
  • Nana McLaen
  • Nana McLian

Aliases

  • Claudette McLean

Interesting fact about Album

Did you know? The album *A Little Love Heavy Beat* by Nana McLean and Sound Dimension is a hidden gem from the UK's reggae scene. Released in 1971 on the Banana label, it blends smooth vibes with heavy beats. Tracks like "A Little Love" and "Heavy Beat" showcase that perfect mix of soulful reggae sounds. It’s wild to think this record came out over 50 years ago!

Comments

twlifedrawing
2025-03-16
buena rola
monseambrosio100
2025-03-15
Trying to conquer me? YeS!
hellangelscs
2025-03-15
This song was a duke reid sound system based in London dub plate and could only be played by him for a few years