The Original Abyssinians Featuring Tesfa Gabriel Manning - 1995 Tax

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Review by Brien Shanahan

Album Review: 1995 Tax by The Original Abyssinians Featuring Tesfa Gabriel Manning Man, let me tell ya—this album hits different. Like, it doesn’t just play; it lives with you. Released in ‘96 under Disque Americ, 1995 Tax is a Roots Reggae gem that feels like sitting on a porch somewhere deep in Jamaica but also kinda right at home in the U.S., which makes sense given its roots. This isn’t one of those shiny, overproduced records—it’s raw, real, and unapologetically spiritual. First off, can we talk about “Ethiopia”? That track alone could carry the whole album if it had to. It’s got this hypnotic rhythm that pulls you in, slow and steady, like walking barefoot through red dirt roads. When Tesfa Gabriel Manning sings, it’s not just his voice—it’s like he’s channeling something ancient, something sacred. You feel it in your chest, man. Every word lands heavy, reminding you where we come from and why remembering matters. I swear, every time I hear it, I stop whatever dumb thing I’m doing and just sit there, letting the vibes soak in. And then there’s “Child Abuse.” Whoa. Not what you expect when you press play, huh? It starts off smooth, almost too chill for such a heavy topic. But as it builds, the lyrics punch you straight in the gut. It’s haunting, man, but in a way that makes you think long after the song ends. Like, damn, how do they make pain sound so... beautiful? It sticks with you—not in a fun way, but in a way that forces you to face stuff most people would rather ignore. The rest of the tracks are solid too—“Wolves” has this gritty energy that keeps you hooked, while “Do Good” feels like a warm hug wrapped up in basslines. And honestly, who doesn’t love hearing multiple versions of “Kalda”? They stretch it out, flip it around, and somehow keep it fresh each time. Props to whoever thought of that. But here’s the thing about 1995 Tax: it ain’t trying to be anything other than itself. No gimmicks, no flashy distractions. Just pure Roots Reggae doing what it does best—telling stories, spreading truth, and making you move. Listening to it feels less like entertainment and more like a conversation with someone who gets it. You know what’s wild though? For an album titled 1995 Tax, it never actually mentions taxes outside the title track (which, fair warning, will get stuck in your head). Maybe that’s the point—a little nod to life’s unpredictability or some deeper metaphor I’m missing. Either way, it works. So yeah, if you’re into music that speaks to your soul instead of just your playlist algorithm, give this one a spin. Just don’t blame me if you end up zoning out mid-conversation because “Ethiopia” came on again. Trust me, it happens.

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Tracks

TrackDurationPreview
A No So3:51
In A Kalda4:17
Arise3:51
19.95 + Tax4:05
Holy Man5:17
Smokey Joe4:44
Kalda (Version)4:06
Child Abuse3:31
Kalda Version4:06
The Right3:24
Come Along4:21
Power Over Evil3:48
Wolves3:59
Do Good3:22
Ethiopia5:18

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Catalog Numbers

  • 21101
  • CD 21101

Labels

Disque Americ

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Formats

  • Cassette
  • Album
  • CD

Notes

  • A self-production by Donald Manning, manufactured by Disque Americ, later re-released as "Reunion" with an alternate track-listing.
  • "Come Along" uses the same riddim as "Hey You" from the Arise album.
  • The track-listings on cover and label are swapping track "A No So" (a new version of "Mabrak").
  • A self-production by Donald Manning, manufactured by Disque Americ,
  • later re-released as "Reunion" with an alternate track-listing.
  • The track-listings on cover and label are swapping track 13 "A No So" (a new version of "Mabrak" aka "Satta Massagana - Power Over Evil") and track 14 "The Right" (a new instrumental cut of "Declaration Of Rights",
  • see also "Declaration Of Dub").

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  • Barcode (Text): 6 31612 11012 4
  • Matrix / Runout: DISQUE AMERIC 0GFZ321101

About The Original Abyssinians Featuring Tesfa Gabriel Manning

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The Abyssinians are an influential roots reggae group formed in 1968, mostly known for their songs Satta Amassa Gana and Declaration Of Rights. The Abyssinians ran their own label .

Name Vars

  • Abasionnian
  • Abassians
  • Abassynians
  • Abba
  • Abbassinian
  • Abbassynians
  • Abbasynians
  • Abbeysians
  • Abbysinians
  • Abbysininis
  • Abbyssians
  • Abbyssinians
  • Abessinians
  • Abisinians
  • Abissinians
  • Abyisinians
  • Abysianians
  • Abysinians
  • Abysinnians
  • Abyssianians
  • Abyssianians.
  • Abyssinians
  • Abyssinions
  • Bernard Collins
  • Bernard Collins and The Abyssians / The Massaganians
  • The Abasenian
  • The Abbasinians
  • The Abbyisinians
  • The Abbysinians
  • The Abbysininis
  • The Abbyssians
  • The Abbyssinians
  • The Abbyssins
  • The Abisinians
  • The Abyisinians
  • The Abysamians
  • The Abysinians
  • The Abyssians
  • The Abyssimians
  • The Abyssmians
  • The Original Abyssinians

Members

  • Bernard Collins
  • Linford Manning
  • Donald Manning

Interesting fact about Album

Here’s a fun fact: The album *1995 Tax* by The Original Abyssinians Featuring Tesfa Gabriel Manning is packed with deep roots reggae vibes. It came out in 1996, but the title track, "19.95 + Tax," adds a quirky twist. Imagine blending serious reggae themes with a nod to everyday life—like taxes! Tracks like "Wolves" and "Holy Man" keep it spiritual and reflective, while "Kalda (Version)" shows off their creative side with multiple versions of the same song. Released in the US on Disque Americ, this album feels like a hidden gem for reggae fans.