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Vinyl LP pressing. Black Ark Vol. 2 is another piece of Lee 'Scratch' Perry's limitless musical puzzle. It's a bedrock of deep and heavy rhythms recorded around Jamaica just before the demise of Perry's famed Black Ark Studio. Black Ark Vol. 2 is the follow up album to the acclaimed Black Ark In Dub that unsurprisingly for an Upsetter release, took a different path. More vocal oriented, the album features extended dubwise cuts of (former wife and co-producer) Carol Cole's 'Ethiopia', The Originals 'Got To Be Irie', Junior Byles 'Mumbling & Grumbling and The Inamans remake of the Bee Gees hit 'How Deep Is your Love', along with an alternate take of the Silvertones roots classic 'Give Thanks' with flute overdub and a couple of solid covers from Third World lead vocalist Bunny Rugs. Originally released in 1981 the hard to find Black Ark Vol. 2 remains a frozen sonic timepiece, captured at the beginning of the end of one era and poised at the start of another.
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16-track retrospective from one of New Zealand's finest reggae bands; 'Get Away' 'Who You With' 'Giddy Up' & more
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BIGGEST REGGAE ONE DROP ANTHEMS 2011 presents a selection of hits from the international reggae scene including multiple exclusive tracks plus, Jamaican & European radio hits. Feature tracks include Busy Signal "Tempted to Touch," I-Wayne "Real and Clean" and others.
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![Skatalites - Ball Of Fire [Import]](https://aentcdn.azureedge.net/graphics/items/sdimages/c/500/7/6/4/7/207467.jpg "Skatalites - Ball Of Fire [Import]")
The Skatalites were together for only 2 years, but in their wake the band left a rich and vital legacy, the effects of which are still being felt today. Ball of Fire, the ultimate testament to the Skatalites' never ending appeal, is a collection of re-worked band hits and classics. Label mate Ernest Ranglin, Jamaica's guitar supremo, makes a special guest appearance on the album, in a reunion of very special talents. Tracks include "James Bond Theme," "Confucious," "Ball of Fire," "Ringo," "Freedom Sound" and more.
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Buju Banton Upside Down 2020 First LP in 10 Years - Dancehall star enlists John Legend, Pharrell and Stephen Marley for first album since December 2018 prison release.
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This newly remastered version of the best-selling reggae album of all time now features 2 additional bonus tracks. Upgraded packaging features 28 page booklet with lyrics and photos.
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![Skatalites - Ska Voovee [Blue LP + 7in]](https://mediacdn.aent-m.com/prod-img/500/22/3803922-2583029.jpg "Skatalites - Ska Voovee [Blue LP + 7in]")
BLUE VINYL + BONUS 7". First time on vinyl for 1993 classic from ska originators. Part of the the Shanachie trilogy of 90's albums from legendary Jamaican big band that invented the genre in the early 1960's. Released in 1993, Ska Voovee finds original saxophonist Tommy McCook leading a lineup that includes original members (bassist Lloyd Brevett, drummer Lloyd Knibbs, alto saxophonist Lester Sterling ) alongside newcomers and jazz guests, including trombonist Steve Turre and trumpeter Frank Gordan. This edition of the Skatalites was quite faithful to the band's history, lively instrumentals like "Skamaica" and "Skapan" are instantly recognizable as authentic Skatalites performances. These dozen tunes are solid and engaging, an effort that both die-hard and casual fans will equally enjoy. Blue vinyl LP with bonus "Jamaican Blank" style 45 rpm 7 inch single, released for Record Store Day 2020.
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![Desmond Dekker - Rude Boy Ska [Colored Vinyl] (Red)](https://mediacdn.aent-m.com/prod-img/500/16/3772516-2529184.jpg "Desmond Dekker - Rude Boy Ska [Colored Vinyl] (Red)")
These recordings are from the final studio session before Desmond's untimely death in 2006. Pressed on red vinyl.
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2010 release from the Hawaii-based Reggae rockers. Iration. Recorded Time Bomb with the intention of making an album that appeals to everyone - it combines Pop structures and melodies similar of those on their previous EP, Sample This, with a more Rock and Electronic feel. Analog synthesizers and unique guitar tones on each track help modernize their Reggae rhythm base. Focusing on making each song a stand alone "hit," the band approached each song differently in order to maximize the potential of each individual track. They wanted to make an album that people can listen to over and over again without getting bored or tired of it. Time Bomb is Iration's best effort yet and they look forward to expanding their Reggae-Rock/Pop foundation to infinite soundscapes in their future recordings.
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![Bob Marley & The Wailers - Kaya [Remastered]](https://aentcdn.azureedge.net/graphics/items/sdimages/a/500/3/3/1/8/378133.jpg "Bob Marley & The Wailers - Kaya [Remastered]")
1978 album from the Reggae legend. Includes 'Is This Love', 'Satisfy My Soul' and many more.
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Hot Flash Heat Wave is one of EMPIRE's early alternative signings. Based in the Bay Area with roots in the Davis - near Sacramento area - the band has proven to be a notable name. Recently touring the country with a bunch of showcases at SXSW the group is one that should be around for a while.
