
JOY & TRUTH – THE 24 DAYS OF CHRISTMAS
A global album about love, faith and humanity – 24 stories told through sound, emotion and truth.
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28 songs
3:12

Intro with distant church bells and layered marching drums, joined by crowd chants echoing in the cold night air, A deep reggae bassline enters, steady and strong, under one-drop drums with rimshots and hi-hat shuffle, Guitar chops are bold and syncopated, Hammond organ bubbles warm the mix, while trumpets and trombones play powerful horn lines, Male lead sings in English about rising hope, while female chorus answers with Ukrainian words “Свобода, Мир, ” Rap/toasting bridge adds raw energy, declaring strength and unity, Breakdown strips to bass, drums and crowd chants, then the full band explodes into a massive double chorus, Anthemic, uplifting roots-reggae carol of resilience and freedom, Tempo ~90 BPM, Alan-B-K signature
4:44

Night falls over Goa’s coastline; sea breeze drifts through lantern light and incense smoke, A deep one-drop reggae groove moves around 92 BPM, layered with rimshots, tabla and warm roots bass, Sitar and acoustic guitar shimmer above steady offbeat guitar while congas add gentle pulse, Male lead sings in laid-back reggae phrasing about peace and release by the ocean; soulful female echo replies “Shanti aayi re” (peace has come), Dub echoes open wide — waves, bells and distant laughter carried by the wind, Hammond organ bubbles rise again, glowing with midnight warmth, The sitar fades into the tropical dark — unmistakably Alan-B-K
4:23

Night moves fast through Istanbul’s bridges; horns and footsteps ride a 96 BPM one-drop groove, Thick rolling bass and rimshot drums push beneath skanking guitar and bubbling organ, Oud riffs and sax phrases weave eastern colour over steady roots rhythm, Male lead with rhythmic reggae phrasing chants of unity across continents; female echo answers in Turkish: “Işık barıştır” – light is peace, Dub break cuts to deep bass and echoing horns, then drops back hard into full-band lift, Percussion drives brighter, city wakes to dawn — unmistakably Alan-B-K
4:45

Evening haze drifts above Hanoi’s river, neon lights ripple through humid air, A mellow one-drop reggae groove flows around 91 BPM, bassline deep and steady beneath rimshots and bamboo percussion, Oud-like guitar tones and muted trumpet echo between old walls, Male lead sings in laid-back reggae phrasing about finding light amid noise and motion; soft female voices answer in Vietnamese, “Ánh sáng trên dòng sông” (light on the river), Dub section opens wide with temple gongs, echoing horns and passing motorbikes fading into reverb, Organ bubbles return for a calm, luminous finale — unmistakably Alan-B-K
3:39

Afternoon heat over Athens streets, voices of sellers and scooters in the air, A lively roots-reggae groove moves around 94 BPM with one-drop drums, walking bass and offbeat guitar under shimmering organ bubbles, Hand percussion and tambourine add street rhythm, Male lead sings in laid-back reggae phrasing about a father and daughter selling candles to the passing crowd; warm female harmony replies “Το φως ανήκει σε όλους” (the light belongs to everyone), Children’s laughter and claps blend into the mix, Dub section opens with echoing horns, city sounds and sunlight shimmer, then returns stronger — joy, truth and family pulse together, Ends glowing in golden air — unmistakably Alan-B-K
3:29

Morning sun rises over Cape Town’s ocean breeze, light spilling over tin roofs and market stalls, A joyful roots-reggae groove around 95 BPM drives one-drop drums, rolling bass and bright offbeat guitar, Djembe, congas and claps weave through gospel-style backing vocals, Children laugh and sing in the distance, Male lead in rhythmic reggae phrasing tells of families greeting the day with gratitude; female harmony answers, “We wake to love, not gold, ” Mid-song rap section celebrates dignity and unity, Dub break glows with horns, crowd chants and sea wind before returning to full-band uplift — joy, faith and rhythm intertwined, Ends in sunlight — unmistakably Alan-B-K
3:42

Intro with layered African hand drums – djembe, talking drum, congas – weaving a polyrhythmic groove under open desert night ambience, A deep reggae bassline enters, joined by one-drop drums with rimshots and hi-hat shuffle, fusing African tradition with roots reggae foundation, Guitar chops are bright and syncopated, leaving space for chanting voices, Hammond organ bubbles add warmth beneath a powerful choir that sings “Noeli njema” in Swahili, while male lead delivers verses in English, Female chorus responds with call & response harmonies, lifting the refrain like a village celebration, Rap/toasting verse bridges reggae flow with African storytelling, Horn stabs (sax & trumpet) add brightness to the chorus, Breakdown highlights only drums, voices and bass before the band swells back into full festive power, Energetic, earthy, spiritual African-reggae Christmas anthem, Tempo around 90 BPM, unmistakable Alan-B-K signature
2:40

Intro with distant church bells echoing over city ambience, soft accordion phrase blending with reggae pulse, Deep bassline enters under one-drop drums with rimshots and hi-hat shuffle, Guitar chops are smooth, Hammond organ bubbles add warmth, while subtle accordion flourishes bring Parisian color, Male lead sings in English about Christmas in Paris, female chorus answers with French phrase “Joyeux Noël, ” Horns (trumpet & sax) lift the chorus like festive lights over the Seine, Rap/toasting bridge connects street cafés and city nights with reggae riddim, Breakdown strips to bass, organ and bells before the full band swells back in, Romantic, festive roots-reggae Christmas anthem with French flair, Tempo ~90 BPM, Alan-B-K signature
3:14

Blazing summer heat over Sydney’s streets; skateboards roll, basslines echo by the harbor, A high-energy fusion of roots-reggae and hip-hop at 96 BPM with one-drop drums, heavy bass, funky guitar chops and turntable scratches, Male rap verses tell stories of family, struggle and celebration under the sun; soulful female hook sings “We don’t need no snow to feel alive, ” Chorus chants answer “Light it up — it’s summer time!” Brass hits and crowd shouts add fire, Dub break drops with echoes, claps and trumpet riff before the final rap outro, Bright, proud, unstoppable — unmistakably Alan-B-K
3:39

Late night in Oaxaca city; graffiti walls glow under weak streetlights, A deep Latin-rooted reggae groove around 92 BPM moves with one-drop drums, muted guitar, metallic percussion and low trumpet echoes, Male rap verses describe survival, fear and faith — Christmas without comfort but with courage, Female harmony replies in Spanish: “Paz en la noche” (peace in the night), Ambient sounds of wind, sirens and candlelight blend with dark dub reverb, The rhythm breathes like distant heartbeat — heavy, human, real, Ends in silence and street hum — unmistakably Alan-B-K
3:57

Midnight over Port Royal’s shore; sea wind and candlelight mix with distant drums, A vibrant roots-reggae groove around 95 BPM drives one-drop drums, shakers, deep rhythm and bright organ bubbles, Crowd voices answer in call-and-response: “We don’t beg the sky — we give thanks down here!” / “Rise up, sing up, Jah is near!” Male lead delivers rap-style verses about faith and struggle; choir and female harmony bring gospel warmth, Dub echoes fill stone walls, trumpet flashes like light through smoke, The beat swells into celebration — joy, rhythm and belief as one, Unmistakably Alan-B-K
3:11

Afternoon sun over Naples; a young street band sets up on the piazza with guitar, cajón, trumpet and a broken amp, A lively roots-reggae groove around 96 BPM flows with hand percussion, offbeat guitar and crowd ambience, Female lead sings: “We play for peace, not fame, ” while a young rapper delivers verses in Neapolitan about hunger, unity and dreams, People clap, coins drop in a box marked “Per la musica — per i bambini, ” Chorus rings out: “Luce per tutti — light for all!” Dub echoes blend laughter, trumpet calls and street rhythm — hope, youth and rhythm alive together, Unmistakably Alan-B-K
3:57

Dawn after a tropical storm; broken rooftops, calm sea, voices rebuilding the day, A warm roots-reggae groove around 94 BPM rises from hand percussion, wooden hits, and homemade drums, Female lead sings with raw strength over ukulele and organ about rebuilding life through love: “Faith ain’t in the sky — it’s in what we rebuild, ” Crowd responds: “We rise together, still alive, ” Male rap verses describe unity, hunger, laughter, and light, Dub echoes mix with wind, seagulls, and hammers tapping rhythm, The groove feels human and alive — reggae born from survival, Unmistakably Alan-B-K
3:34

Late night in Seville; city lights flicker out from a power cut, but the street stays alive, A lively reggae-flamenco fusion around 96 BPM with handclaps, cajón, trumpet and offbeat guitar, A young street band keeps playing, voices laughing, phones and lighters glowing, Male rapper flows in Spanish and English about pride, struggle and joy: “We shine because we can’t afford the dark, ” Crowd answers, chanting “Luz en la calle — light in the street!” Dub echoes bounce off stone walls, trumpet cuts through the night air, Rhythm, warmth and truth fill the city — unmistakably Alan-B-K
2:21

Intro begins with a single child’s voice humming softly, joined by acoustic guitar chords and light bells, Slowly, a deep bassline enters, with a laid-back one-drop drum pattern and gentle rimshots, Reggae guitar chops stay subtle, leaving space for the emotion, Hammond organ bubbles softly under the mix, adding warmth, Male lead sings with soulful tone about children without toys, while female chorus harmonizes with hope, Rap/toasting bridge delivers a powerful message about love over material things, A breakdown section strips down to just voice, bells and bass, before the band returns full and strong for the final chorus, Emotional, heartfelt, roots-reggae ballad with Christmas tenderness, Tempo around 87 BPM, unmistakable Alan-B-K signature
3:54

Midnight everywhere at once; voices from 24 lands rise over oceans and cities, A global roots-reggae fusion around 92 BPM blends one-drop drums, deep rhythm, African percussion, Andean flutes, Caribbean guitar and gospel organ, Rap, chant and choir merge across languages: “We are one voice, one soul, one light, ” Female and male leads echo hope and love, Dub layers carry wind, laughter, bells and distant choirs, In the final minute, the groove softens to pure harmony — whispers of “Peace to the world… and Merry Christmas, ” A timeless ending of unity, warmth and truth — unmistakably Alan-B-K
4:04

Late-night reggae street scene beneath soft rain, Acoustic guitar and brushed drums open gently, joined by deep bass and urban ambience — footsteps, passing cars, quiet voices, Male and female singers trade verses about compassion and small acts of kindness in a weary city, Gospel harmonies bloom in the chorus; trumpet and organ lift the bridge, Dub reverb breathes warmth and space, Emotional yet grounded, this track captures mercy as sound — humble, rhythmic, and alive in every human heartbeat, A defining moment in the Joy & Truth world of Alan-B-K
5:04

Morning scene at a crowded city market filled with sunlight, drum rhythms, and human voices, Acoustic guitars weave through the chatter, street percussion grooves with deep bass warmth, Male and female singers trade soulful verses about faith, work, and hope before Christmas, Gospel harmonies rise from the crowd as horns answer like distant echoes, Dub textures breathe around handclaps and children’s laughter, A living, breathing roots-reggae soundscape — grounded, emotional, and true to the Joy & Truth spirit of Alan-B-K
3:43

Dusk falls over a warm urban street after rain, Acoustic reggae guitars and hand drums echo between stone walls, Deep one-drop bass, gentle brass, and gospel-style call-and-response vocals tell stories of everyday faith — vendors, children, workers, and wanderers sharing rhythm instead of riches, Dub reverb breathes through the bridge; horns shimmer as dawn returns, Honest, human, soulful Roots-Reggae full of light, dust, and dignity — the living heartbeat of the Joy & Truth album by Alan-B-K
4:06

Late-night reggae street scene beneath soft rain, Acoustic guitar and brushed drums open gently, joined by deep bass and urban ambience — footsteps, passing cars, quiet voices, Male and female singers trade verses about compassion and small acts of kindness in a weary city, Gospel harmonies bloom in the chorus; trumpet and organ lift the bridge, Dub reverb breathes warmth and space, Emotional yet grounded, this track captures mercy as sound — humble, rhythmic, and alive in every human heartbeat, A defining moment in the Joy & Truth world of Alan-B-K
4:10

Early morning by the New Zealand coast, Soft reggae rhythm mixed with acoustic strums and airy percussion, Gentle bass flow and brushed drums carry ocean ambience — seagulls, distant waves, warm vocals, Male lead and female harmonies sing about renewal, unity, and everyday life by the sea, Hints of Polynesian rhythm and gospel light, Dub echoes shimmer subtly through the bridge, Smooth mid-tempo groove around 90 BPM — modern, melodic reggae with open-sky emotion, fitting the bright, human spirit of the Joy & Truth album by Alan-B-K
4:53

A quiet city night fading into dawn, Soft reggae rhythm with acoustic guitar, warm bass, and subtle organ swells, Female and male vocals trade verses like voices of compassion, surrounded by gentle crowd ambience and distant horns, The chorus blooms with harmonies and brass warmth — not grand, but deeply human, Dub reverb glows softly around the vocals, A soulful, cinematic ending for the Joy & Truth album — mid-tempo around 90 BPM, glowing with hope, humility, and unity in true Alan-B-K spirit
3:32

Early morning over Cairo’s rooftops; call to prayer drifts through warm desert air, A deep roots-reggae groove around 94 BPM blends one-drop drums with darbuka, shakers and handclaps, Rolling bassline moves like sunrise over the Nile, Male lead sings in laid-back reggae phrasing about faith, work and family; female harmony answers in Arabic: “النور في قلوبنا” (the light is in our hearts), Children’s voices and street sounds mix with organ bubbles and soft horns, Dub-break opens wide — echoing bells, wind, voices of dawn — then returns brighter, glowing with human warmth and rhythm, Ends with sunlight over Cairo — unmistakably Alan-B-K
2:14

Intro with gentle wind sounds and soft bells, evoking a snowy winter street, A light acoustic guitar plays a fragile melody before the reggae groove arrives: deep bassline sliding under one-drop drums with rimshots and hi-hat shuffle, Guitar chops are crisp but subtle, shimmering like frost, while Hammond organ bubbles add warmth against the cold imagery, Male lead sings in English about snowy nights in Stockholm, while female chorus responds with Swedish words “God Jul” in harmony, Horns (trumpet & sax) rise gently in the chorus like northern lights, giving brightness to the frozen atmosphere, Rap/toasting bridge adds energy, contrasting the icy scene with reggae fire, Breakdown strips down to bass, bells and acoustic guitar, then the full band swells back with uplifting chorus, Melancholic yet hopeful roots-reggae Christmas ballad with Nordic imagery, Tempo around 87 BPM, unmistakable Alan-B-K signature
