: While Michael Glabicki remains the primary lead, Liz Berlin takes a prominent lead vocal on the track "Moon," a standout performance that adds a new dimension to the band's vocal texture.

Rusted Root's 1998 self-titled album is a fascinating transitional "piece" for the band, often described as a . It marks a departure from their purely tribal worldbeat roots toward a more polished, radio-friendly pop-rock sound, while still maintaining their complex rhythmic core. Key Highlights of the 1998 Album

: The album wavers between hypnotic tribal grooves and hooky, accessible pop. For instance, "Rising Sun" is a straightforward "clapalong" pop track, whereas "Agbadza" (track 8) finally delivers the heavy, intricate percussion that die-hard fans crave.