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Ghost - Breathless / Ghost, Nitty Kuchie - Girls Is Mine
Monster Shack US / 24x7 Records JPN 2010
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Skatalites - Ska Easy (Coloured Vinyl) / Alton Ellis - Ska Beat
Randys US 1965
¥900 ¥2980 (US$19.31)
Vader, Armstrong, Pikkal (King Jam) - Ichiban / Mr Lex (Lexxus) - Gucci Store
Massive B US 2010
¥840 ¥299 (US$1.94)
Carl Meeks - Danger / Danger Version
Redman / Dub Store Records JPN 1989
¥1680 (US$10.88)
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.
Carl Meeks - Without Your Love / Red Eye Lover
Redman / Dub Store Records JPN 1988
¥1280 (US$8.29)
Previously unreleased on 7inch vinyl record. Those two songs were only included in the Redman and Carl Meeks’ classic LP [Weh Dem Fah]. ‘Without Your Love’ was recorded on the famous ‘Wicked Can’t Run Away’ rhythm and ‘Red Eye Lover’ was on the popular Sleng Teng (Computer) rhythm.
Tony Tuff - Careless People / Careless People Version
Redman / Dub Store Records JPN 1989
¥1280 (US$8.29)
Tony Tuff, who was one of predominant figures in the 80’s dancehall scene, showcases his low-keyed performance and sings about careless people who cannot wash, cook, iron, clean, he warns them to learn something. This speedy bouncy rhythm, which is very similar to Redman’s classic rhythm “Koloko”, symbolizes astonishing sound works of Redman’s rhythm building.
Dave Bailey - Runnings / Runnings Version
Redman / Dub Store Records JPN 1990
¥1280 (US$8.29)
‘Runnings’ by Dave Bailey begins with very rough & tough melodic elevation. This is certainly one of his classic songs! The strong digital track, which was created by magic hands of Redman with profound roots in essence, matches perfectly to Dave Bailey’s melancholy vocal.
Horace Martin - Geow Now / Geow Now Version
Redman / Dub Store Records JPN 1986
¥1680 (US$10.88)
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.
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.
Little John - Rub A Dub One / Rub A Dub One Version
Redman / Dub Store Records JPN 1985
¥1280 (US$8.29)
One of the earliest works from the Redman’s catalogue. Little John, the dancehall veteran, performs on this steady rhythm to showcase his heart touching vocal skill. Pure roots elements are pushed to the forefront in terms of rhythm and song to create another classic Redman sound work.
Lloyd Parks - We'll Get Over It / Skin, Flesh & Bones - Get Over In Dub
Impact US 1973
¥2980 (US$19.31)
Bob Andy - Games People Play / John Holt - Talking Love
K & K US 1970/ 1969
B: Talking Love Info: Adapted
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