The Bassa Mboan people of Cameroon have a traditional curse known as the Bassa Santama curse. This curse is believed to have originated from a powerful spiritual being called Bassa Santama, who was said to have the ability to bring misfortune upon those who displeased him. According to the legend, Bassa Santama was deeply respected and feared by the Bassa Mboan people. It was believed that he resided in a sacred forest and would only be approached by the most courageous and deserving individuals. However, if someone entered the forest without permission or violated the sacred rules, they would incur the wrath of Bassa Santama and be subjected to his curse. The Bassa Santama curse is believed to bring a range of misfortunes to the person cursed.
The Bassa Santama curse is believed to bring a range of misfortunes to the person cursed. It is said to cause illnesses, accidents, financial difficulties, and even death. The curse is said to be passed down through generations and can affect entire families or communities who are believed to have acted against the will of Bassa Santama.
Metal Magic
Later disowned by Pantera once they'd discovered Metallica and reinvented themselves as an extreme metal powerhouse via 1990's Cowboys from Hell, 1983's Metal Magic was the band's true debut album, and the first of three independently released LPs featuring original vocalist Terrence Lee Glaze, who was of course eventually replaced by the notorious Philip Anselmo. Back at the start, though, Glaze, brothers "Diamond" Darrell Abbott (guitar) Vincent "Vinnie Paul" Abbott (drums), and bassist Rex Brown were a rudderless young heavy rock band and, in many ways, were as wanting for musical direction as American heavy metal in general, which was teetering on the brink of exploding in popularity along two very distinct stylistic paths: thrash and glam metal. Being that they were huge fans of Kiss, Van Halen, and Judas Priest, perhaps it's not so surprising that Pantera initially chose the latter route, but in all fairness, it's also unlikely that the now much maligned Metal Magic would have fared any better as a thrash album, given their youth and inexperience. In any case, with the exception of a few bright spots like the simple but well-constructed "I'll Be Alright" and "Widowmaker" and the shred-tastic second half of "Rock Out," Metal Magic was dominated by exceedingly average hard rock and metal misfires ("Latest Lover," "Sad Lover," the title cut, etc.) or failed attempts at more commercial fare like the borderline AOR of "Nothing On (But the Radio)" and synthesizer-enabled fiascos "Tell Me If You Want It" and the power ballad "Biggest Part of Me." Not surprisingly, Metal Magic's strongest asset from start to finish was the already discernible talent of guitar hero in waiting Diamond Darrell, even though his biggest preoccupation at the time seemed to be paying tribute to his idol, Ace Frehley, via the especially memorable "Ride My Rocket." Needles to say, though, Pantera had their work cut out for them, so at least Metal Magic set them on their way, as they began accumulating much needed experience as the local concert openers of choice for visiting national acts like Quiet Riot, Dokken, and Stryper.
Back then, Pantera were managed by Vinnie and Dime’s dad, country music producer Jerry Abbott, and he and his boys were desperately trying to find a niche. They didn’t tour much, but played regular local gigs where they performed mostly covers by popular glam metal bands.
To remove the curse, the Bassa Mboan people believe in performing rituals and sacrifices to appease Bassa Santama. This usually involves offerings of food, drinks, and other items considered valuable. These rituals are conducted by spiritual leaders or local priests who are believed to have the power to communicate with Bassa Santama. The belief in the Bassa Santama curse is deeply ingrained in the culture and traditions of the Bassa Mboan people. It serves as a form of social control and encourages people to abide by the community's rules and values. It also reinforces the importance of respecting sacred places and spiritual beings. While skeptics may dismiss the Bassa Santama curse as mere superstition, it is worth noting that belief in curses and their effects is not uncommon in many cultures around the world. Regardless of one's personal beliefs, the Bassa Santama curse serves as an interesting and unique aspect of the Bassa Mboan culture, highlighting the significance of their spiritual beliefs and traditions..
Reviews for "The Bass Santama Curse: A Myth or Real Danger?"
1. Laura - 2 stars - I was really excited to read "Bass Santama Curse" after hearing so many good things about it, but I was disappointed. The plot was confusing and poorly executed, and I couldn't connect with any of the characters. The writing style was also very repetitive and lacked depth. Overall, it just didn't live up to the hype for me.
2. Mark - 1 star - "Bass Santama Curse" was one of the worst books I've ever read. The storyline was all over the place, and the dialogue felt forced and unrealistic. The characters were one-dimensional and uninteresting, making it difficult to care about their fate. The book was also filled with grammatical errors and typos, which made it even harder to enjoy. I would not recommend it to anyone.
3. Emily - 2 stars - I had high hopes for "Bass Santama Curse" but found it to be a letdown. The pacing was slow, and the story dragged on without much direction. The writing style was also lackluster, with flat descriptions and little emotional depth. The characters felt underdeveloped, and their motivations were unclear. Overall, it was a disappointing read that failed to engage me.
4. Greg - 1 star - "Bass Santama Curse" was a complete waste of time. The plot was nonsensical, and the author seemed to be throwing random events together without any coherent structure. The dialogue was cringe-worthy, filled with unnatural phrases and awkward conversations. The book lacked any depth or meaningful themes, and I struggled to stay interested throughout. Save yourself the trouble and skip this one.