MP3 Peklectrick - Reclaiming Space

An eclectic brand of guitar-driven protest music with elements of rock, reggae, blues and funk. Delivered in laid-back vocals that lies somewhere between spoken word & rapping making it simultaneously introspective and agitative.

10 MP3 Songs
ROCK: Ska, REGGAE: Reggae rock

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Coming from the Mediterranean island of Malta, Peklectrick is the name of the studio-based solo project of former dripht guitarist Patrick Galea. The project is an eclectic mix of guitar-driven music with abundant doses of reggae, some blues and a little funk. The music comes wrapped in socially conscious lyrics, a punk rock ethos and a tongue that is firmly stuck in cheek. Surreally speaking, it is the sound of the Clash meeting Beck in Jamaica to discuss the blues over some scotch. The music is what award-winning producer David Vella referred to as âso cool itâs almost illegalâ.

Peklectrick has just released his debut album âReclaiming Spaceâ comprising ten rhythmic and energetic tracks, varying in styles from anything between dub and rock. From the funky retro feel of âSix stringsâ to the sunny chops of âCamara Reggaeâ the variety of songs represent the essence of the project which put simply is just a Patrick being eclectic. The tracks are articulated in a laid back, speech-like vocal delivery that is introspective as much as it is agitative. Lyrically, the songs deal with a variety of socio-political themes, with topics ranging from global justice issues in songs like âWorld Trade Bluesâ and âASAPâ to the ironic treatment of the local political scene in âJerry Wondersâ. This somewhat serious lyrical content is contrasted by a playful approach to the recording process, opening up a world of sampled guitar cases, percussive use of office supplies and a general delight in using squeaks, coughs and other noises to compliment and enhance the music.