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Max Romeo - Johosaphatt The Lost Valley / Johosaphatt The Lost Valley Version
Max Romeo / Dub Store Records 1975
¥2180 (US$13.92)
Johnny & The Attractions - Coming On The Scene / Anything You Want
Gay Feet / Dub Store Records JPN 1967
¥1580 (US$10.09)
Glen Brown & Dave Barker - Wake Up To Reality / Deleno Stewart - Win Your Love
Gay Feet / Dub Store Records JPN 1968
¥1580 (US$10.09)
Sister Nancy - Bam Bam / King Tubby - Stalag Version
Techniques / Dub Store Records JPN 1985
¥2180 (US$13.92)
Along with Sleng Teng and Tempo, Stalag is without the doubt the biggest dancehall rhythm of the 80's. Bam Bam especially needs no introduction been sampled countless times on various genres and appearing on films etc.
Leroy Smart - God Helps The Man / Horace Andy - Thank You Lord
Bunny Lee / Dub Store Records JPN 1973
¥2180 (US$13.92)
Vibes Tone - Leaders Of Black Country / Leaders Of Black Country Version
Stars / Dub Store Records JPN 1978
¥1980 (US$12.65)
Arare - こどもをつくろう / Lukie D - Music For Your Soul
Germaica Japan / Sunny Side Records JPN 2019
¥1620 (US$10.35)
Patsy Millicent Todd - Just Like It Is / I Tell Myself
Gay Feet / Dub Store Records JPN 1966/ 1968
¥1580 (US$10.09)
African Brothers - How Many Man / How Many Man Version
Ital / Dub Store Records JPN 1973
¥1580 (US$10.09)
Various Artists - Rare & Unreleased Ska Recordings from Federal Records Vaults 1964-1965
Dub Store Records JPN 1964- 1965
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Foundation ska from the cradle of Jamaican music…
Federal Recording Studios nurtured the talents of innumerable Jamaican artists in the early sixties… this set showcases seriously sought after rarities and previously un-released tracks from Don Drummond, The Maytals , Lynn Taitt and many more
Johnny & The Attractions - Young Wings Can Fly / Young Wings Can Fly (Alternative Take)
Gay Feet / Dub Store Records JPN 1967
¥1580 (US$10.09)
Inner Vibes - Mix Up Blender / King Tubbys - Mix Up Blender Version
Firehouse / Dub Store Records JPN 1985
¥1480 (US$9.45)
Arguably one of the best King Tubby’s digital known to mankind. Going through his tapes this was one of the earlier digital sessions took place at Tubby’s dated 19th November 1985. Inner Vibes a.k.a. Dilly Dally lyrically unleashing his strong observation towards one woman. Tracks laid by King Asha and engineered by Peego & Fatman.
Glen Adams - I Want To Hold Your Hand / Ann Reid - Remember Me
Bunny Lee / Dub Store Records JPN 1968
¥2180 (US$13.92)
Glen Brown pleasantly covering the familiar Beatles classic not to mention stunning arrangement by Bunny Lee. Backed with popular female rocksteady vocal
Derrick Morgan - Stand By Me / Headley Bennett - For The Time Being
Bunny Lee / Dub Store Records JPN 1969
¥2180 (US$13.92)
Ken Boothe - Happy Song / Reggae Boys - What You Gonna Do
Bunny Lee / Dub Store Records JPN 1968/ 1969
¥2180 (US$13.92)
Ernest Ranglin - Guitar In Ernest
Info: ライナーノーツ付
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Internationally acclaimed guitarist Ernest Ranglin with piano genius Leslie Butler in a dazzling quartet. Recorded in 1965.
Ernest Ranglin - Mr. Ranglin With Soul
¥3680 (US$23.50)
Unlike all the other musicians in those days, Ranglin was not allowed to go between studios to record and release music as he wished because he was an exclusive employee of the Federal records. Thus it’s really hard to find a Rocksteady record with his name on it. Although whenever he finds a spare time, he would go to Duke Reid’s studio and play the guitar and bass as a sideman, often playing sessions with Lynn Taitt. According to Ranglin himself, “I felt really comfortable being at Duke Reid’s studio”, though sadly there have not been a single release of his solo guitar tune which was recorded there. So here comes the album, it’s the rare Rocksteady instrumentals by the man himself. Some of the main features would be “Summertime”, “Flamingo” and “Hold Me Tight”, the wickedest selection of the moist Rocksteady that will certainly catch your heart. Other than that, it’s got an exotic intro and uptempo “Sling Shot”, relatively arranged towards pop direction “Don’t Sleep In the Subway” and some ballads to represent the Federal’s widely ranged style that won’t go off after a long time, exactly how this one of the biggest leading labels in Jamaica had thought of. This may not make Rude Boys in downtown growl, although it will clearly last eternally as Ranglin’s 60s best album to the future generations.
Carlton Manning - We Will Live & Love / The Soul Lads - I Am Yours Forever
Gay Feet / Dub Store Records JPN 1967
¥1580 (US$10.09)
The debut song from Carlton Manning - elder brother of Lynford and Donald of The Abyssinians and later known for his Carlton and The Shoes releases for Studio One. On the flip side it’s a previously unreleased tune from The Soul Lads - later re-recorded and released on Treasure Isle with another cut which could be why this never saw the light of day.
Lennie Hibbert, Count Ossie & Lynn Taitt - Pure Soul / Patsy Millicent Todd - A Man Is A Two Face
Gay Feet / Dub Store Records JPN 1967
¥1580 (US$10.09)
Master of the Jamaican jazz, Lennie Hibbert, on one to one session with the nyabinghi great Count Ossie. Considering the standard of its time those Gay Feet sessions are somewhat miraculous. Backed by Jamaican soul anthem by Patsy, this record is far from the bloodstream of the time and will surely rated more and more as time goes by.
Baba Brooks - 1st Session (Alternative Take) / 1st Session
Gay Feet / Dub Store Records JPN 1965
¥1580 (US$10.09)
If you mention Baba Brooks, most people would think this tune or “Shank I Sheck”. Even though the recording tape itself was hard to come by these days, we managed to include a previously unreleased alternative take from the master tape.
Cornell Campbell - Hey Mr. Cop / Cornell Campbell & The Jays - Nothing Don't Come Easy
King Tubby's Dub Plate / Dub Store Records JPN 1986
¥1480 (US$9.45)
Although this Tubby’s version has never been released, “Nothing Don’t Come Easy” ended up being a big hit at Jammys and still been praised today. It’s the mid 80’s interpretation of 70’s roots reggae atmosphere. Hats off to the King!
The Jays - Inna De Ghetto / King Tubbys - Inna De Ghetto Version
Firehouse / Dub Store Records JPN 1986
¥1480 (US$9.45)
Channel One artist The Jays’ big dancehall tune for King Tubby. Although its pop element is clearly heard this one also consists of tougher side. Skillfully arranged in dancehall fashion yet deeply resonates with the spirit of roots reggae.
Big Youth - Instant Coma / Instant Coma 2
Mafia / Dub Store Records JPN 1973
¥1480 (US$9.45)
VinGordon’s rooty horn on top of a Hudson rhythm. Big Youth riding confidently making it a killer deejay and instrumental
Johnny Clarke - Golden Snake / Little Clive - African Bread
Atom / Dub Store Records JPN 1974
¥1480 (US$9.45)
Very rare rocksteady rhythm pulled by Keith Hudson to record this bold vocal by Johnny Clarke in 1974. On B-side a deejay cut by Randy’s Clive Chin.
Linval Thompson - My Mother Seya / Soul Syndicate - Love I
Big Style / Dub Store Records JPN 1973
¥1480 (US$9.45)
Keith Hudson - Satan Side / Earl Flute, Horace Andy - Peter & Judas
Mafia / Dub Store Records JPN 1972
¥1480 (US$9.45)
Versions, dubwise, horn riffs and what not – all of those creative elements made this great tune and it was only Keith Hudson who had an ability to make it all possible. Even if you’re no an ordinary reggae listener you should try this. Apart from Hudson, at this time in Jamaica there was a number of eccentric producers like Lee Perry, Pablo, Niney and co who used their studio like an instrument to create their own sounds.
The Uniques - Gypsy Woman / Never Let Me Go
Bunny Lee / Dub Store Records JPN 1967
¥2180 (US$13.92)
Rocksteady cover of the undoubtable Impressions’ anthem. Out of many rocksteady tunes this one stands out with its splendid arrange and engineering genius. Backed with The Uniques legendary “Never Let Me Go”.
Glen Adams - Hold Down Miss Winey / Glen Adams - I Remember
Bunny Lee / Dub Store Records JPN 1968
¥1480 (US$9.45)
The Maytones - Botheration / G. G. Rhythm Section - 2000 Tons Of TNT
GGs / Dub Store Records JPN 1969
¥1980 (US$12.65)
Toots & The Maytals - 54-46 Was My Number / Pressure Drop (Off Center)
Beverleys UK 1969
¥2180 (US$13.92)
Various Artists - Jamaica Jazz From Federal Records: Carib Roots, Jazz, Mento, Latin, Merengue & Rhumba 1960-1968 (2LP
Dub Store Records JPN 1960- 1968
¥5380 (US$34.36)
Reaching out to the real roots of the Jamaican sixties musical explosion…
Some of the originators of the genre, including Ernest Ranglin, Lennie Hibbert & Cecil Lloyd, playing in their element and demonstrating just where they're coming from
Ernest Ranglin - Mod Mod Ranglin
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A fundamental album released in 1966 that determined the way Rocksteady was going to journey. In 1966, Rude Boys were at the peak of the fame with their notorious behaviors, while Ska gradually started to slow down its tempo, this album paved the way for a newborn music, Rocksteady with rather slower and tighter rhythm approach. This album should be picked one of 10 pieces of the most important album of Reggae history.
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Recorded in 1964 at the Federal studio, this elegant yet unique previously unreleased album is said to be the origin of the Jamaican Mento meets 4 Beat Jazz. This brilliant album is one of the most important Jamaican Jazz recordings that Ernest Ranglin has ever made. Everything in this album starts with the traditional Caribbean Jazz classics and then develops into 4 Beat Jazz. Produced by Godfather of the Jamaican music, Ken Kouri, this album is nothing but deserves its title. You may want to add this next to the Guitar In Earnest [DSR-LP/CD-501] in your collection.
Ernest Ranglin - Softly With Ranglin
¥2880 (US$18.39)
Smooth, sophisticated sounds from the highly respected Jamaican guitarist Ernest Ranglin.
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Guitar genius Ernest Ranglin takes time out from his jazz roots and showcases his fluid skills on a selection of sweet, sensational 1969 style crossover hits… a pivotal year for the international success of Jamaican music.
Samity, Madu Messenger - We Are Warrior; We Are Dub / Samity, I Jah Salomon - Warrior Spirit; Warrior Dub
Rice & Peas EU 2019
¥2380 (US$15.20)
五島良子 - First Light (Mad's Lovers Smooth Mix) / Pierced Earring With No Name (Mad's Summer Swim Mix)
Polystar / Jet Set JPN 2019
¥1728 (US$11.04)
Minstrells - People Get Ready / Hamlins - Everyone Got To Be There
Studio One / Dub Store Records JPN 1968
¥2180 (US$13.92)
Studio One’s golden Rocksteady cover; even hipper and cooler than the original by the Impressions. The original has been known for its excellent lyric and melodies, thanks to the composer Curtis Mayfield, however the Minstrells brought this to a total perfection. Even though the Minstrells left us a small number of recordings, the great vocal group had such a high standard for every single one of them. If you’ve listened to the original press of this tune, you will find the intro has been cut, unfortunately that was the same deal for the master-tape itself. The nice rocksteady by the firm but short-lived Hamlins comes on the other side. Both have been recorded from the original master-tapes.
Ronald Downer, Count Ossie, Lennie Hibbert - Ethiopian Kingdom / Ethiopian Kingdom (Alternative Take)
Gay Feet / Dub Store Records JPN 1967
¥2080 (US$13.29)
Don Hutson - Got To Leave This Place / Dynamite Hudson
Ashandan / Dub Store Records JPN 1973
¥1480 (US$9.45)
Recorded in 1973 accompanied by the Wailers, this truly rare masterpiece was fronted by Don Hutson, an executive of the severe Rastafarian organization, Twelve Tribes of Israel. Produced by former Jamaican National Football Team player, Allan ‘Skill’ Cole, it was released by Tuff Gong in 1973 and known as an extremely rare shot that collectors have been searching for all over the place. This beautifully sparkling classic spiritual reggae piece is undoubtedly one of the top 10s released in 1973. If you love reggae, we presume that you won’t be able to avoid this masterpiece.
Techniques All Stars - Stalag 17 / Stalag 18
Techniques / Dub Store Records JPN 1974
¥2180 (US$13.92)
Ojah, Nik Torp - What Goes Around Comes Around / Dub Goes Around Comes Around
Alchemy Dubs UK 2019
¥1480 (US$9.45)
Gaylettes, Lynn Taitt, Jets - Silent River Runs Deep / I Like Your World
Merritone / Dub Store Records JPN 1968
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Judy Mowatt used to form a group called the Gaylettes in her early career although she is known for touring all over the world as a member of I Threes and the Wailers. 'Silent River Runs Deep' is the most known song and a hit for the group. 'I Like Your World' was also originally released on the A-side of another record released on Merritone label. Those recordings of this double A-sided single are certainly great enduring female Rocksteady songs of all time.
Chosen Few - People Make The World Go Round / Derrick Harriott - Brown Baby
Crystal / Dub Store Records JPN 1972/ 1973
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One of the best cover versions of a Philadelphia Soul classic, "People Makes The World Go Round" is performed by Chosen Few, who were idolizing The Stylistics so much. The flip side “Brown Baby" is another Funky Reggae vocal sang by the producer Derrick Harriott himself
Christopher Martin - Is It Love / Bugle - Too Beggy Beggy
Jugglerz / Buyreggae EU 2016
¥1380 (US$8.81)
Black Uhuru, Chronixx - I Love King Selassie / Dub
Jammys / Dub Store Records JPN 2014
¥2080 (US$13.29)
Sampling one of the greatest classics Black Uhuru left for Jammy’s, the remarkable roots revival tune is finally out on vinyl. Dominating the recent rasta revival movement, Cronixx sings freely bringing new life to the rhythm with his strong message. Representing the excellent side of reggae music of taking lessons from the past.
Tommy Mccook - Road Block (Original Stamper) / Lee Perry - Chatty Chatty Woman
Studio One 1964
¥850 (US$5.43)
Lloyd Jones - Get Up And Try (Original Stamper) / Lloyd Jones, Super Natural Six - Part Two
Studio One 1975
¥850 ¥680 (US$4.34)
Dennis Brown - Home Sweet Home / Rappa Iron - Going Home
Papa D Us (Org) 1979
Info: Original Press
¥5800 (US$37.04)