Posts Tagged ‘matisyahu’

What is the first thing that comes to mind when you hear the word skank? We all know the answer to that one.

Believe it or not, “skank” has an entirely different meaning in reggae music.

It is the signature upbeat sound that defines reggae and gives it it’s UP feeling!. Listen to the guitar in this video:

The skank defines reggae. It’s an element that gives reggae music an energetic and “happy” feeling.

Those “up” rhythms can be played in unison by the guitar, hi-hat and keyboards in order to give it an even more powerful and uplifting sound.

For some reason, I can listen to a good groove with skank for HOURS on end.

Skank is also a form of dance common to reggae, ska, dub, and many other types of music.

For all you guitarists out there, check out my Matisyahu. See if you can pick out the skank in this cut.

Skank it up, y’all!