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Best sold Heavyweight Ragga '85-'92 within a week before Feb 9, 2012

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Frankie Paul - That Love / Version

Channel One / Digikiller / Deeper Knowledge US 1985

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Frankie Paul's "That Love" is a cut on the same lick of the 'revolution' rhythm made famous by Barrington Levy's "Black Roses." It was originally released on CH1's one-away 'Channel Expression' imprint, only on 7" in JA.

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Midnight Riders - Youthman Invasion / Black Roots Band - Version

Tasha / Digikiller / Deeper Knowledge US 1986

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Here are two more killer cuts from the Riders. "Youthman Invasion" was originally released on 7-inch in Jamaica via Sonic Sounds' Thunderbolt label, and licensed for a compilation on Japan's Tachyon label. Awesome tune on one of our top rhythms of the '80s!

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Midnight Riders - Raise Again / Gifted Roots Band - Version

Tasha / Digikiller / Deeper Knowledge US 1987

Rise Again

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"Raise Again" originally came out in 1987 on Tasha's one-away Under Pressure label. Another fantastic mid '80s rhythm from the Gifted Roots Band, this one infuses digital vibes with the live Channel 1 sound.

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Steve Knight - Orphan Child / Gifted Roots Band - Version

Tasha / Digikiller / Deeper Knowledge US 1986

Rise Again

¥1380 (US$9.13)

nother fantastic mid '80s rhythm from the Gifted Roots Band, this one infuses digital vibes with the live Channel 1 sound. Then the next cut on 'Raise Again' rhythm, Steve Knight's "Orphan Child", originally featured only on his rare LP of the same name, it's here on a single for the first time.

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Admiral Tibet - Running From Reality / Running From Reality Version

Jammys / Dub Store Records JPN 1988

Running From Reality

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Admiral Tibet maintained himself as one of forefront cultural singers during the 80’s and the early 90’s. He consciously warns his girl friend about their love relationship with his melodious lyrics. “May be, Might be, Could it be, Girl you are running from reality”

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Wayne Smith - E20 / In Thing

Jammys / Dub Store Records JPN 1985

B: Come

¥1280 (US$8.46)

Wayne Smith scored numerous hits at Jammys and one well known is 'Under Mi Sleng Teng'. He also released same title album 'Under Mi Sleng Teng' where he showcased wavy & choppy 'E20' and crisp & clear song 'In Thing' on further computerized [Barrington Levy - Come] rhythm.

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Junior Delgado - Run Come / King Kong - Can't Ride Computer

Jammys / Dub Store Records JPN 1985

Tempo

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Along with the Sleng Teng and Stalag rhythm, King Tubby produced ‘Tempo’ rhythm is considerably one of the most loved dancehall rhythms ever. This record on Tempo rhythm features a soulful love song ‘Run Come’ by roots singer, Junior Delgado and another aggressive song ‘Can’t Ride Computer’ by King Kong.

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Pad Anthony - Try A Time (Heavyweight Vinyl) / Nitty Gritty - Trial And Crosses

Prince Jammys Dub / Dub Store Records JPN 1986

Trial And Crosses

¥1280 (US$8.46)

Another crucial dubplate by Nitty Gritty on his hit tune 'Trial And Crosses'. Side-A features Pad Anthony's 'Try A Time' and original dubplate version of 'Trial And Crosses' by Nitty Gritty on the other side. Only some foundation sound systems own and play Nitty Gritty's dubplates as he was shot to death in 1991.

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Dave Robinson - Have To Go Thru / Vex Version

Leggo Sounds / Digikiller / Deeper Knowledge US 1985

Tempo

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On 12" we have Dave Robinson's massive tune on Leggo's awesome lick of the tempo riddim. In 1985, as the original tempo riddim was booming up the scene, Leggo was moving back and forth between his Orange Street, Kingston homebase and the Bronx, NYC. In this time he released a few tunes only in NYC, and only on 12" disco, where the format was already long-favored. Among them was this, a wicked lick of the ruling tempo riddim, huge bass and fantastic instrumentation, again arranged by Leggo's cohort Flabba Holt, and voiced by veteran rootsman Dave Robinson. A big booming vocal and the deep dub, titled "Vex."

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Don Hickey - Dancehall Rock

Harmodio / Digikiller / Deeper Knowledge US

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"Dancehall Rock" is on a killer one-away riddim that sounds tempo influenced, and no surprise then that Don popularly sung over the tune for Star Trail in the 1990s on their killer lick of tempo.

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Steve Knight - Woman A Problem / Version

Tasha / Digikiller / Deeper Knowledge US 1986

Billie Jean

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teve Knight's "Woman a Problem" is a great tune voiced on the much-loved lick of the billie jean riddim cut at Channel 1 in the mid '80s, and traded amongst nuff producers at the time. This tune originally came on 7" via Sonic Sounds' Thunderbolt label, and again on Steve Knight's "Orphan Child" LP.

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Robert Lee - Come Now / Come Now Version

Jammys / Dub Store Records JPN 1989

Tempo

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Robert Lee was also one of demanded singers at Jammys because of his musical characteristic - 'Out of Key' style. Here King Tubby produced 'Tempo' rhythm was rearranged by Jammys and it allowed Robert Lee to perform calmly with his aggressive lyrical expression for creating another killer song.

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Johnny Osbourne - In The Area (What A La La) / In The Area (What A La La) Version

Jammys / Dub Store Records JPN 1984

Stalag

¥1280 (US$8.46)

Among rhythms produced in 80's dancehall scene, 'Sleng Teng' by King Jammy and Firehouse produced 'Tempo' are considerably the most respected; however, you can never forget 'Stalag' rhythm by Winston Riley lead Techniques, too. King Jammy reproduced this 'Stalag' rhythm with Sly & Robbie and in result, it created shadier atmosphere in comparison to the original Techniques' version.
This is certainly another anthem of Jammys!

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Chuck Turner - We Rule The Dancehall / We Rule The Dancehall Version

Jammys / Dub Store Records JPN 1987

We Rule

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Chuck Turner has recorded his impressive songs at Jammys such as 'I Need You' and 'Run Around Girl'. 'We Rule The Dancehall' is one of those and this tough steppers rhythm was build by notable Steelie & Clivie. His melancholy voice is something very contrary to his aggressive lyrics but that's something it makes this record attractive.

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John Wayne - Love It A Kill Me / Love It A Kill Me Version

Firehouse / Dub Store Records JPN 1987

Tempo

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The "Tempo" rhythm is considered one of the historical rhythms in the golden period of dancehall and it was apparently an answer rhythm to Jammys "Sleng Teng" rhythm."Love It A Kill Me" by John Wayne is probably the most sought after and popular cut on the rhythm and the record itself includes a superb dub-version on the side B by the Dub Master, King Tubby. Although the artist does not sing as powerfully as he does on his hit song "Call The Police" he the still displays his unique lyrical flow. Originally, 7inch vinyl record was released on the Kingston 11 label and the 12inch was on the Firehouse label.

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Admiral Tibet - New Tactics / New Tactics Version

Redman / Dub Store Records JPN 1986

New Tactics

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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.

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Carl Meeks - Danger / Danger Version

Redman / Dub Store Records JPN 1989

¥1680 (US$11.11)

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.

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Prince Junior - Crucial Boy / Crucial Boy Version

Jammys / Dub Store Records JPN 1985

¥1280 (US$8.46)

Prince Junior’s ‘Crucial Boy’ appeared on the King Jammy’s classic LP [Prince Jammy Presents VOL. 2]. Although he recorded a few songs for King Jammy in 1986, much information about the artist remains unknown. However, this ‘crucial ’song preaches equal rights, Justice and Love & Unity over his high-pitched weeping voice with his conscious and profound lyrics.

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Conroy Smith - Love Affair / Love Affair Version

Jammys / Dub Store Records JPN 1987

Revolution/Here I Come

¥1280 (US$8.46)

From its heart-shaking intro, Conroy Smith’s fresh and piercing voice echo to deliver an intense song ‘Love Affair’. Considerably, the song is known for popularity within the Jammys catalogue. Recorded to the same rhythm track ‘In Thing’ by Wayne Smith.

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Banana Man - Musical Murder / Musical Murder Version

Jammys / Dub Store Records JPN 1989

Wicked Can't Run Away

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Although Banana Man is not a famous figure in the business as he was not a prolific artist, his funs still remember his soundsystem anthems and his unique name. ‘Musical Murder’ considerably one of his best works on the King Jammy’s digitally versioned ‘Wicked Can’t Run Awa’ rhythm.

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Gregory Isaacs - Ruler / Ruler Version

Jammys / Dub Store Records JPN 1989

Running From Reality

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‘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.

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Conroy Smith - Sugar Me / Sugar Me Version

Jammys / Dub Store Records JPN 1989

Tonight

¥1280 (US$8.46)

A few titles has been released on Suguar Minott’s ‘Conscious Lover’ rhythm but ‘Sugar Me’ by Conroy Smith is one of the most wanted records on the rhythm among collectors. On this smooth drifting rhythm, he sings mournfully but also with his sweet lyrics.

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Chilites - Jammys Better (Heavyweight Vinyl) / Pad Anthony - Caan Make We Run Away

King Jammys Dub / Dub Store Records JPN 1993

Sleng Teng B: Jump Up/Kuff

¥1680 (US$11.11)

Jamaica's favorite US northern soul group, Chilites, performs smooth harmonies on an updated version of 'Sleng Teng' rhythm produced by King Jammy's son, JohnJohn, Pad Anthony sings 'Caan Mek We Run Way' on another Jammys classic 'Jump Up' rhythm in his finest style.

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Johnny Osbourne - Road Block / Little John - Come Fe Mash It

Prince Jammys Dub / Dub Store Records JPN 1985

Billy Jean B: Stalag

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Johnny Osbourne, who recorded many of numerous hit tunes for Jammys, sings a killer number 'Line Up', which is favored by 80's dancehall lovers. On the Side-B, Little John severely performs extraordinary dubplate special 'Come Fe Mash It' on 'Stalag' rhythm.

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Cane Juice - Joker Bad Boy

Leggo Sounds / Digikiller / Deeper Knowledge US 1986

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From 1986, "Joker Bad Boy" by Cane Juice. A tune which blew us away from first listen with an amazingly advanced digital riddim, played live and arranged by Leggo's longtime spar Flabba Holt of the Roots Radics. Cane Juice, long one of our favorite singers, sends a message about all false bad boys, with his infamous lyric "nuff bwoy a love up di gun but dem fraid a di bullet".