Very Good Album
Negus Shabaka | Brooklyn, NY USA | 12/19/2000
(5 out of 5 stars)
"Rise is a great album! I can listen to it from beginning to end. He's giving you consciousness on all levels. From inspirational themes like "Rise", to faith in Jah songs like "I'll Never", to dancehall lovers rock like "Let It Be Me". The beats are on point, and as an added bonus, he sounds a bit like Sizzla. At first I couldn't tell the two apart. But once you start listening to his music, you'll soon realize the difference. Junior Kelly will defiantly make in impact on conscious dancehall reggae music in the years to come. Trust me, you won't be disappointed when you purchase this album."
A True Contemporary Roots Gem
Kader A. Shoman | Tampa, Fl | 04/06/2001
(5 out of 5 stars)
"Jr Kelly turned out a true gem here. Every tune is uplifting and positive, rhythms are fresh, and delivery memorable. Could'nt imagine not having this CD. Bought this a while ago and rarely does it get cold."