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Various Artists - King Tubbys Presents Sound Clash Dubplate Style
¥2880 (US$18.52)
The quintessential eighties soundboy burial album
A digital masterpiece, produced by King Tubby, containing ten certified
Vena / Dub Store Records JPN 1987
¥2180 (US$14.02)
A very well-acquainted Dancehall classic rhythm "Tonight". Vena's version is without a doubt one of the top rated remakes alongside Jammys'. Melodious and melancholic arrangement meets Tonny Tuff's gourgeous singing - it's the true charm of Dancehall music.
Thriller U - Raggamuffin Mi Soup
Vena / Dub Store Records JPN 1987
¥1380 (US$8.87)
One of Vena's classic rhythms, Tonight. “Raggamuffin Mi Soup” is a joyful reissue by Thriller U singing mistily and emotionally inna real dancehall fashion! Alog with Little John and Tony Tuff cuts, this one marks the most popular amongst all the rest.
Wailing Souls - Move On / Wackad - Cry For The Youths
Jammys / Dub Store Records JPN 1988/ 1989
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Originally started as The Renegades onto The Classics, one of the most prominent vocal groups, Wailing Souls have been keeping it authentic since the 60’s. Although they did not record that many at the digital dancehall era this one has been well received since day. Having both roots and dancehall elements is one of the key factors of King Jammy’s sound and this one remains as a masterpiece with the sorrow vocals by Wailing Souls. On the flip an enormously rare Wackad – Cry For The Youth who only released a few tracks from the late 80’s and early 90’s. Previously this can only be heard as a part of the compilation “King Jammy: A Man & His Music vol.1”.
Daddy Freddie - Bad Boy A Street
Vena / Dub Store Records JPN 1987
¥1380 (US$8.87)
Same rhythm to “Sanchez & Stinger Man - Hello Josephine”, a dangerous Daddy Freddy cut on one of Vena’s most iconic “Turn On The Heat” rhythm has now been pressed on a 7” for the first time. Freddy’s lyrical machine-gun is right up on “Bad Boy A Street”!
Sugar Minott - None Stop Rocking
Vena / Dub Store Records JPN 1988
¥1380 (US$8.87)
Even though time and trends change drastically in the history Jamaican music however Sugar Minott managed to build a firm existance by his natural talent and trustworthy character. When this man sings he can colour anything from roots, dancehall and lovers to his own. “None Stop Rocking” is an excellent song that really showcases his sweet character.
Nitty Gritty - Good Morning Teacher / Good Morning Teacher Version
Jammys / Dub Store Records JPN 1984
¥1280 (US$8.23)
Nitty Gritty output his hit songs like 'Hog In A Minty' and 'Run Down The World' at Jammys and he had chemistry with minor chord digital rhythms. 'Good Morning Teacher' on 'Stalag' rhythm is a superb song showcases his unique vocal style and lyrics.
Little John - Rub A Dub One / Rub A Dub One Version
Redman / Dub Store Records JPN 1985
¥1280 (US$8.23)
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.
Burro Banton - Praise Up Jah Jah
Stereo One 1985
¥1280 (US$8.23)
Another extremely rare take to the identical title released on Wild Apache that is known for being played by the mighty Jah Shaka at his sessions. Comparing to the other Stereo One tunes released around the same time, this one is really fantastic and luring, also complimented by refined deejaying Burro Banton. This one will stand as the definition of heavy weight ragga!