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Carl Meeks - Danger / Danger Version
Redman / Dub Store Records JPN 1989
¥1680 (US$10.63)
To explain the Redman International label, without mentioning Carl Meeks is impossible. The ‘Danger’ is Carl’s masterpiece where he sings with his unique Out Of Key style with his sharp lyrics on simple and un-colorful but addictive sounding rhythm to produce another impressive killer tune.
Dave Bailey - Concrete Jungle / Concrete Jungle Version
Redman / Dub Store Records JPN 1990
¥1280 (US$8.10)
Dave Bailey’s ‘Concrete Jungle’ within the Redman’s catalogue is considerably one of the most popular tunes. It’s not only an ordinary digital dancehall track, but also roots flavor added to this speedy edgy rhythm where Dave Bailey showcases his cool & smooth vocal to make this tune a killer!
Admiral Tibet - New Tactics / New Tactics Version
Redman / Dub Store Records JPN 1986
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Admiral Tibet calmly sings about newly established slavery system and their new wicked tactics on the heavy-weight dancehall rhythm. He showcases his stable vocal techniques with his very own cool & smooth lyric flow to match with this minor coded rhythm. Another crucial song among the Redman’s catalogue.
Horace Martin - Geow Now / Geow Now Version
Redman / Dub Store Records JPN 1986
¥1680 (US$10.63)
Recorded to the same rhythm track ‘’New Tactics’ by Admiral Tibet. Horace Martin, who is known for his major works during the late 70’s to early 80’s, has released the LP ‘Mix Up’ on the Redman label. This tune here is can be characterized with his deep sounding vocal and Redman’s synthesizer works.
Wayne Palmer - Yu Nu Remember / Yu Nu Remember Version
Redman / Dub Store Records JPN 1985
¥1280 (US$8.10)
Redman has versioned one of the most popular dancehall rhythm of 80’s, “Stalag” to create another unique sound. This track allowed Wayne Palmer to pass his tender lyricisms with his melancholy melodies to listeners.
Puddy Roots - When I Release / When I Release Version
Redman / Dub Store Records JPN 1985
¥1280 (US$8.10)
One of the Redman’s earliest works is a song called ‘When I Release’ by Puddy Roots, who was very active artist during the 80’s. You would be convinced that King Tubby was a part of this production when the tune sounds real heavy with Puddy’s impressive singing style.
Ghost - Breathless / Ghost, Nitty Kuchie - Girls Is Mine
Monster Shack US / 24x7 Records JPN 2010
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Paketo Wilson, Derajah - Ina De Yard / Roots Radics - Ina De Dub
Makafresh EU / Makasound EU 2010
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Bob Marley, Wailers - This Train / Wailers - Reincarnated Souls
Wail N Soul M / Solomonic / Dub Store Records JPN 1968/ 1973
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Vader, Armstrong, Pikkal (King Jam) - Ichiban / Mr Lex (Lexxus) - Gucci Store
Massive B US 2010
¥840 ¥299 (US$1.89)
Johnny Osbourne - Line Up / Trevor Levy - Nah Run From No Clash
Firehouse / Dub Store Records JPN 1988
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When it comes to naming the best dancehall compilation album, many will mention an album called "Sound Clash Dubplate Style" produced by King Tubby. "Line Up" by Johnny Osbourne was taken from the album where he showcases his enchanting melodies and lyrics and Trevor Levy's voice echoes calmly with vigorous lyrics on the flip side. Also both songs feature an intro by legendary MC Fuzzy Jones.
Alton Ellis - La La Means I Love You / Melodians - Passion Love
Treasure Isle UK 1968/ 1970
La La Means I Love You/Precious
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Gregory Isaacs - Change The World / Iceman - What's Going On
Keyzer SozeII / 24x7 Records JPN 2010
Info: Adapted
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Super Black - Rising Star / Rising Star Version
Firehouse / Dub Store Records JPN 1987
¥1680 (US$10.63)
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.