It’s not another “country grammar” lesson, nor is it an album of Puff Daddy’s wannabe original tracks. The Baha Men’s newest album is something more like reggae meets pop with a twist of hip-hop and a sprinkle of ska, all of which is pulled off with ease.

After hearing the title track, “Who Let the Dogs Out?” for the first time, I thought that it was going to be another played-out, irritating club jam that all the teeny-boppers were going to holler whenever they had the chance.

It may well be played-out by the time you finish listening to the whole album, but the Baha Men have certainly proved me wrong. I was expecting their album to be another compilation of sampled music with predictable lyrics, as many mainstream albums are.

The Baha Men have taken the indigenous rhythm of the Bahamas, called Junkanoo, and intertwined it with a variety of musical styles. These men provide enough party sounds to get the mood going. On one track, a tribute is made to rap legends Kool Moe Dee and Kurtis Blow, and on another track a sample of “The Lion Sleeps Tonight” is included.

These nine Bahama natives give their all, with live instrumentation and original melodies, the Baha Men are exposing their roots and letting their talent shine. For party-goers or those who need a jump-start, the Baha Men is a sure head banger. So don’t expect to sit on your rump if you plan on listening to them.

3 Sinatras out of 5