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Eccleton Jarrett - Hold Them / Hold Them Version
Prince Jammys Dub / Dub Store Records JPN 1987
¥1480 (US$9.59)
Known for hits like “Rock Them One By One” and “Turn On The Heat”, this is a previously unreleased Eccleton Jarret piece for his stronghold, Jammys.
Seems rather restrained but singing superbly on this energetic yet melodious “Tonight”-ish rhythm that was also adopted for “Rasta People” by Junior Delgado.
Cornell Campbell - Hey Mr. Cop / Cornell Campbell & The Jays - Nothing Don't Come Easy
King Tubby's Dub Plate / Dub Store Records JPN 1986
¥1480 (US$9.59)
Although this Tubby’s version has never been released, “Nothing Don’t Come Easy” ended up being a big hit at Jammys and still been praised today. It’s the mid 80’s interpretation of 70’s roots reggae atmosphere. Hats off to the King!
Gregory Isaacs - Ruler / Ruler Version
Jammys / Dub Store Records JPN 1989
¥1680 (US$10.89)
‘The Ruler’ by Gregory Isaacs was only available for listening on a LP album “Reggae Sound War: Electrocutioner Vol.2”. The reggae crooner gently buries idiot sound bwoys with his killer lyrics and stand tall as the Cool Ruler. Recorded to the same rhythm track ‘Running From Reality’ by Admiral Tibet.
Robert Lee - Dreams / Dreams Version
Jammys / Dub Store Records JPN 1991
¥1680 (US$10.89)
Robert Lee has proven that he has much ability to bring cool soundsystem tunes with his popular song ‘Come Now’. This time, he did it again with ‘Dreams’to the same rhythm track‘Run Down The World’ by Nitty Gritty.
Robert Lee, Bunny General - Midnight Hour / Midnight Hour Version
Jammys / Dub Store Records JPN 1988
¥1680 (US$10.89)
Robert Lee and Bunny General adopted the phrase of a classic song 'Midnight Hour' by Sivertones in their combination song 'Midnight House'. The original press was only available by 12" single vinyl on Unity label.
Super Black - Rock Them / Rock Them Dub
Prince Jammys Dub / Dub Store Records JPN 1987
¥1480 (US$9.59)
Another unreleased title from one of the popular dancehall artists of the 80’s, Super Black who is also known for his contribution for Jammys. Representing the sounds of Jammys at the time, this refined digital rhythm is built in minor chord with absolute simplicity, creating an excellent chemistry with the melancholic vocal.
Super Black - Rising Star / Rising Star Version
Firehouse / Dub Store Records JPN 1987
¥1680 (US$10.89)
Although Super Black is known for his hits "Deh Wid You", "Rambo We Rambo" at Jammys, the artist also fit well with the Photographer label where he put out a superb song "Just Like A Magic". Among the 80's catalogue of King Tubby, "Rising Star" is very exceptional and features a unique groove, which is created by the solid bass line to bring out the best of Super Black's appealing voice.
Echo Minott - I Am Back / I Am Back Version
Jammys / Dub Store Records JPN 1987
¥1680 (US$10.89)
Since the early dancehall period, Echo Minott aka Noel Phillips recorded some songs for King Jammy. After having a hit single ‘Murder Weapon’ on the Signet label in 1992, the deejay became absent in the business and away from Jamaica for nearly 2 year. But he came back to the scene with another hit ‘I Am Back’ produced by King Jammy.
Leroy Brown - Youthman / Youthman Version
King Jammys Dub / Dub Store Records JPN 1987
¥1480 (US$9.59)
Nitty Gritty - Brown In The Ring (Miss Credit To King Kong) / Brown In The Ring Dub
King Jammys Dub / Dub Store Records JPN 1988
¥1480 (US$9.59)
Killer digital from one of the iconic figures of the 80's dancehall, Nitty Gritty recorded straight from the master tape. Refined out of key virtuoso stands out on a melancholic heavy weight rhythm.
Bob Livingston - Reggae Music / Dilly Dally - Tell Me Why
King Tubby's Dub Plate / Dub Store Records JPN 1985
¥1480 (US$9.59)
Another unreleased material from Tubby’s studio. Although dancehall was the thing back then this tune is going to another direction by drawing a great roots vibes.
Junior Murvin - Africa / Delroy Smart - Johnny
King Tubby's Dub Plate / Dub Store Records JPN 1986
¥1480 (US$9.59)
Recorded on the very same day as People Music (DSR-LT7-01-A), here comes Junior Murvin cut crying for his brothers in the homeland. On flip side a Delroy Smart vocal on the same rhythm.
Michael Prophet - Sweet Me / King Tubbys - Sweet Me Version
King Tubby's Dub Plate / Dub Store Records JPN 1987
¥1480 (US$9.59)
Tubbys, as well as Jammys tunes after the digital revolution, you can find many that sounds great but not all of them will stick to your heart forever. However this Michael Prophet digi killer comes with absolute presence and confidence reflecting his true soul.
The Jays - Inna De Ghetto / King Tubbys - Inna De Ghetto Version
Firehouse / Dub Store Records JPN 1986
¥1480 (US$9.59)
Channel One artist The Jays’ big dancehall tune for King Tubby. Although its pop element is clearly heard this one also consists of tougher side. Skillfully arranged in dancehall fashion yet deeply resonates with the spirit of roots reggae.
Barrington Levy - Black Roses / (Version)
Jah Life / Bond Export / Deeper Knowledge US 1984
¥1680 (US$10.89)
Cultural Roots - No Fish Head / King Tubbys - No Fish Head Version
King Tubby's Dub Plate / Dub Store Records JPN 1985
¥1480 (US$9.59)
Recorded in 1985, previously unreleased Tubby's early digital super killer recorded from master tape.
Earl Sixteen - People Music / King Tubbys - Conquering Lion Version
King Tubby's Dub Plate / Dub Store Records JPN 1986
¥1480 (US$9.59)
Opening the new series - recorded on 22nd March 1986, another cut to King Kong’s Victim that has never seen the light of day until today. Backed with Tubbys digital relick on Yabby You masterpiece.
King Everal - Push Push (Miss Credit To P.fraser) / Push Push Dub
Prince Jammys Dub / Dub Store Records JPN 1987
¥1480 (US$9.59)
Digital remake of the charismatic roots reggae artist Yabby You a.k.a. Jesus Dread’s representative rhythm of the same name. King Everal rides on smoothly on waves of the rolling bass. An astonishing previously unreleased material!
Conrad Crystal - She Keeps We Warm
Black Scorpio (Org) 1990
Info: Original Press
¥2180 ¥1580 (US$10.24)
Horace Andy - That's Life / Captain Remo - Nanie Shorts
Checkmate US (Org) 1989
¥1800 ¥1680 (US$10.89)