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Pad Anthony - Ruff A Them / Ruff A Them Version
Prince Jammys Dub / Dub Store Records JPN 1987
¥1480 (US$9.29)
Dancehall expert Pad Anthony left so many hit tunes for Jammy at the golden age of the label in the 80's. "Ruff A Them" is a slightly Roots orientated killer rhythm with a twinkle of Jammy's Dancehall essence to it. Pad Anthony going right in showcasing his dazzling melody sense.
Chaka Demus - Original Kuff / Original Kuff Version
Jammys / Dub Store Records JPN 1989
¥2180 (US$13.68)
In the period of Jammays golden era, Chaka Demus was a prolific artist among others like Admiral Bailey. At this time, Bobby Digital, who was often regarded as the right-hand man of King Jammy, had a popular 'Peanie Peanie' rhythm. 'Original Kuff' was recorded on this rhythm, which can be characterized by its minor chord baseline and choppy riffs and there Chaka Demus performs his catchy lyrics and melody smoothly.
Carl Meeks - Danger / Danger Version
Redman / Dub Store Records JPN 1989
¥1680 (US$10.54)
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.
Sugar Minott - Conscious Lover / Pad Anthony - By Show Down
Jammys / Dub Store Records JPN 1989
¥1280 (US$8.03)
Sugar Minott always showcased his versatile talent by singing lover's rock to dancehall songs and attracted a variety of wide audiences. Certainly, he proves this ability on the 'Tonight' rhythm, which is regarded as one of the most popular rhythms among the Jammys catalogue. On the flip side, Pad Anthony sings a soundclash anthem to the same rhythm. The song only appeared on a LP album entitled 'Sound Clash 89'.



