Roots & Culture 2527 Items

Release: 2000 / JM – Original

Genre: Reggae & Dancehall

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Medium: VG, Cover: Generic

7" | 1998 | JM | Original (Juvenile)

Skatta

Mad Dem

Release: 1998 / JM – Original

Genre: Reggae & Dancehall

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Medium: VG, Cover: Generic

7" | 2001 | UK | Original (Sound Box)

General Pecos

Tip Away

4,99 €*

Release: 2001 / UK – Original

Genre: Reggae & Dancehall

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Medium: VG, Cover: Generic

7" | 2000 | UK | Original (Sound Box)

Jayzik

Imagination

Release: 2000 / UK – Original

Genre: Reggae & Dancehall

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Aluta Continua (The Struggle Continues)

Luciano

7" | 2000 | JM | Original (Sound Box)

Release: 2000 / JM – Original

Genre: Reggae & Dancehall

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Barry Brown / Spliffy Dan

Release The Chains / Dreadlocks Preaching Love

10" | 2001 | UK | Original (Rockers)

The Skatalites / Shenley Duffus

Release: 2001 / UK – Original

Genre: Reggae & Dancehall

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Used Vinyl

Medium: VG, Cover: Generic

Vinyl with scuffs and hairlines

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What A Skandal / I'm A Lonely Boy

7" | 1964 | UK | Reissue (King Edwards)

Release: 1964 / UK – Reissue

Genre: Reggae & Dancehall

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Love Don't Live Here Anymore

Sharon Forrester

12" | 2022 | UK | Original (Freestyle)

Survivor Feat. Askala Selassie / Return Of The Warrior

Release: 2022 / UK – Original

Genre: Reggae & Dancehall

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"Good music never dies!" - This was Diane Ellis' mantra when she set out to produce this, her first record, in 1979. She recalls hearing the Rose Royce classic Love Don't Live Here Anymore on the radio and instantly thinking it would make for a great reggae cover, immediately envisioning the sound she was looking for. Drafting in the legendary Boris Gardiner and vocalist Sharon Forrester they created this timeless version of a perennial classic - now available here in it's full extended discomix glory for the first time on 12" since it's original outing, and backed with hornsman cut placing Dean Fraser's sax front row center.

The record was made when Ellis was studio manager for the world-famous Tuff Gong studios, but wanted her outing as a record producer to be a totally independent venture - gaining the great Bob Marley & the TG team's blessings in the process. And so Aquarius Studio in Half Way Tree was where it was all laid-down. Diane credits the Legendary owner and pioneering producer, Herman Chin Loy, as also being of great help on the record, providing a guiding ear throughout the process.

Despite this the evident strength of this first production, Ellis would follow up with only one other production, Junior Tucker's cover of "One of the Poorest People" (this time one recorded at Tuff Gong studios, and releasing the 56 Hope Road subsidiery). While both records performed well on local radio and charts, Diane exited the music industry shortly after. Now 43 years later, Diane is overjoyed her production is having a comeback, saying that "the support and love felt during the project can never be replicated, and I give thanks to all who supported then and now".

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Ariwa Posse

7" | 2023 | Original (Ariwa)

7" | EU | Reissue (Wackies)

Release: 2023 / Original

Genre: Reggae & Dancehall

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Crafted at the renowned Ariwa Studios in South London, the new track features lyrics and vocals by Askala Selassie, which have been combined with an iconic Aswad instrumental “Warrior Charge”

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Annette Brissett

Hard To Find

Release: EU – Reissue

Genre: Reggae & Dancehall

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LP | 1978 | EU | Reissue (Patate)

Phillip Frazer

Come Ethiopians

The Kingston Sessions 1978 - 1985

Release: 1978 / EU – Reissue

Genre: Reggae & Dancehall

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Originally released in Jamaica on the Bertram Brown's "Freedom Sounds" label in 1978

Re-issue with two bonus tracks. Mixed at King Tubby's Studios by Scientist & Prince Jammy.

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Norris Reid

2LP | 2023 | EU | Original (Onlyroots)

31,99 €*

LP | 1990 | US | Reissue (SST)

Release: 2023 / EU – Original

Genre: Reggae & Dancehall

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Double album compilation of Norris Reid's recordings from 1978 to 1985 in Kingston. All Remastered & licensed from Norris himself.

Norris Reid has performed and recorded with the greatest Jamaican artists. This compilation pays tribute to one of the key figures of Reggae's golden age.

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H.R. Of Bad Brains

Charge

34,99 €*

Release: 1990 / US – Reissue

Genre: Rock & Indie, Reggae & Dancehall

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LP | 2022 | US | Original (Now-Again)

Boris Gardiner

Ultra Super Dub V.1

29,99 €*

7" | 2021 | EU | Original (Cienfuego Music)

Release: 2022 / US – Original

Genre: Reggae & Dancehall

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1970s Jamaica suffered an unprecedented stretch of political turmoil and violence, and as the country’s economy and morale collapsed, reggae and its offshoots exploded worldwide. Boris Gardiner enjoyed great success leading bands, issuing albums that mixed reggae, ska, soul and funk, and collaborating with the likes of Lee (Scratch) Perry and Herman Chin-Loy in their legendary studios and playing on hundreds of records. So many that he lost count. Sometime around the issue of his Boris Gardiner Happening Is What’s Happening album - a Loft classic, with David Mancuso favoring Gardiner’s take of Booker T. and the MG’s “Melting Pot” at his legendary gathering - and his soundtrack to Every N----r Is A Star, famously sampled by Kendrick Lamar and used as the introduction to the film Moonlight, two albums - Ultra Super Dub Vols. 1 and 2 - credited to The Boris Gardiner Happening - two albums so obscure that for the longest time Boris wasn’t even aware that they existed. Following classics such as King Tubby’s Dub From the Roots and Augustus Pablo’s King Tubbys Meets Rockers Uptown, Miami-based Alty East’s Ultra Records took instrumentals Gardiner created for a run of 45s, and created and issued these compilations of dubbed out originals and JA renditions of songs by Otis Redding, Clarence Carter, Betty Wright, Jimmy “Bo” Horne and Ultra label-mate Frankie Zhivago Young. Released in tiny runs in handmade, silkscreened, paste-on covers, they have become some of the most sought after Jamaican albums. Now, issued under Boris’ guidance, and with a detailed booklet by Jeff Mao, which delves into the deep scene which birthed these remarkable records, we can finally consider the last, unheard portion of this landmark musician’s career.

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Hempress Sativa

Scheme / Dub

Release: 2021 / EU – Original

Genre: Reggae & Dancehall

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LP | 2021 | EU | Original (Oneness)

Headcornerstone

Walk On

22,99 €*

Release: 2021 / EU – Original

Genre: Reggae & Dancehall

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Lloyd Charmers / Charmers Dub People

Slavery / Dub Slave

7" | 2022 | EU | Original (Hornin Sounds)

13,99 €*

7" | 1972 | EU | Reissue (Giant / Onlyroots)

Release: 2022 / EU – Original

Genre: Reggae & Dancehall

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Killer 70's deep roots tune by Lloyd Charmers. Recorded at Federal Studio.

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Alton Ellis

Too Late To Turn Back

Release: 1972 / EU – Reissue

Genre: Reggae & Dancehall

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Milton Henry / King Tubby

Corn Bread & Butter / Corn Bread Dub

7" | 2021 | EU | Original (Freedom Sounds)

Release: 2021 / EU – Original

Genre: Reggae & Dancehall

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Put Food On The Ghetto Youth Table

Eek-A-Mouse

7" | 2021 | EU | Original (Irie Ites)

Release: 2021 / EU – Original

Genre: Reggae & Dancehall

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Sensations / Winston Wright

Those Guys, Moonwalk

7" | 1968 | EU | Reissue (Duke Records / Buyreggae)

Release: 1968 / EU – Reissue

Genre: Reggae & Dancehall

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Strickly Ranking : The Blackbeard Years 1977-80

Horace Andy

LP | 2021 | EU | Original (Patate)

Release: 2021 / EU – Original

Genre: Reggae & Dancehall

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LP | 1975 | EU | Reissue (MONLY ROOTS)

Larry Marshall

I Admire You

Release: 1975 / EU – Reissue

Genre: Reggae & Dancehall

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LP | 1978 | EU | Reissue (Gg's)

Gregory Isaacs

Best Of Volume 1

Release: 1978 / EU – Reissue

Genre: Reggae & Dancehall

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Such Is Life / Come Down 68

Lord Creator

7" | 1968 | EU | Reissue (Randy's)

8,99 €*

Release: 1968 / EU – Reissue

Genre: Reggae & Dancehall

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12" | EU | Reissue (High Note)

Bob Andy

Set Me Free

Release: EU – Reissue

Genre: Reggae & Dancehall

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Never Be Ungrateful / Mr Isaacs Version

Gregory Isaacs

7" | 2020 | EU | Original (Onlyroots)

7" | 2020 | EU | Original (Onlyroots)

Release: 2020 / EU – Original

Genre: Reggae & Dancehall

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"Killer roots" tune of one of the most prolific Jamaican singer. Heavyweight dub on the B side.Recorded in the 70's at Randy's Studio 17 North Parade.

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Michael Blackford

Bush Doctor / Version

LP | 2020 | EU | Original (Onlyroots)

Release: 2020 / EU – Original

Genre: Reggae & Dancehall

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Rare Jamaican Digital tune. Tribute to Peter Tosh, recorded the year of his death in 1987. "The greatest man 'have ever known was raised in Kingston ghetto... They call him the Bush Doctor...Dread ! They call him the Bush Doctor ... Man ! They call him the Bush Doctor but Winston McIntosh was his name "

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Augustus Pablo

Earth Rightful Ruler

18,99 €*

LP | 2020 | EU | Original (Onlyroots)

Release: 2020 / EU – Original

Genre: Reggae & Dancehall

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Recorded at Harry J & Channel One in 1982 with iconic musicians as China Smith, Flabba Holt, Robbie Shakespear, along with Norris Reid and Delroy Williams on backing vocals.The album include a recut of the classic "Java" and the singing of Hugh Mundell on "Ratafari Tradition". Reissue with the artwork of the original Jamaican press.

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Augustus Pablo

East Of The River Nile

LP | 2019 | DE | Original (Tomawok)

Release: 2020 / EU – Original

Genre: Reggae & Dancehall

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Deep instrumental & dub album. Recorded in 1978 in the best Jamaican studios, including Lee Perry's famous "Black Ark" along (as always !) the cream of the musicians including members of "The Wailers". Pablo mystical & meditative sound take us far away, to the ethiopian roots.

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V.A.

Ganja City Riddim

Release: 2019 / DE – Original

Genre: Reggae & Dancehall

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LP | 2019 | EU | Original (Wagram)

Bob Marley

The King Of Jamaica

15,99 €*

Release: 2019 / EU – Original

Genre: Reggae & Dancehall

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2LP | 2018 | US | Original (17 North Parade)

Johnny Clarke

Creation Rebel

34,99 €*

Ganja Train / This Feeling

Release: 2018 / US – Original

Genre: Reggae & Dancehall

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A great collection of classic roots recordings from the mid-70's for the singer who came close in challenging Bob Marley & Dennis Brown for reggae's crown. All re-mastered recordings available as 30-Track 2CD-Deluxe Digipak and 23-Track 2LP-set in a gatefold sleeve, both with in-depth sleeve notes by Noel Hawkes. The release is supported by several summer festival appearances.

Only Johnny Clarke would come close to challenging Bob Marley & Dennis Brown for reggae's crown, his unequaled run of hit songs, powered by Bunny Lee and King Tubby's aggravating versions, continued without a pause during the mid-70's leading Johnny to twice being named Jamaica's Artist Of The Year (and the signing of a two album recording deal with Virgin's Frontline label). Many of Johnny Clarke's classic roots recordings gathered here were first given wider international exposure in 1998 with the release of Blood & Fire's excellent 13-Track "Dreader Dread - 1976-1978" compilation, which has disappeared from the market for several years. Now re-mastered and drastically expanded, with a new artwork and entitled "Creation Rebel" the release captures the very essence of what is now regarded as the golden age of roots music!

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Mortimer

7" | 2016 | EU | Original (Royal Order)

8,99 €*

Release: 2016 / EU – Original

Genre: Reggae & Dancehall

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LP | 2015 | US | Reissue (Tuff Gong)

Bob Marley

Kaya

37,99 €*

Release: 2015 / US – Reissue

Genre: Reggae & Dancehall

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T-Jah, Mono Elekin, Yabass Yaba Radics

Thanks And Praises

7" | 2023 | Original (Infinite Density)

Release: 2023 / Original

Genre: Reggae & Dancehall

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Genre: Reggae & Dancehall

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7" | 2023 | EU | Original (Skank & Groove)

Joe White

Rudies All Around

Release: 2023 / EU – Original

Genre: Reggae & Dancehall

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Johnny Osbourne, Jah Sawdem, Natural Vibes, Papa Tullo

Can't Leave Jah

12" | 2023 | EU | Original (Jammy's / Buyreggae)

16,99 €*

Release: 2023 / EU – Original

Genre: Reggae & Dancehall

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Excursions In Soul, Reggae, Funk & Dub

Soul Sugar

CD | 2021 | EU | Original (Gee)

White Light / Cold & Clear

Release: 2021 / EU – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves, Reggae & Dancehall

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Since first emerging in the latter half of the noughties, Guillaume Metenier’s Soul Sugar project has evolved considerably. Initially a trio built around the virtuoso organist’s love of ‘60s and ‘70s soul-jazz and Hammond funk – Metenier studied under jazz organ legend Dr Lonnie Smith – Soul Sugar is now a collaborative collective that draws just as much influence from classic Jamaican dub and reggae as the works of Jimmy Smith and Jimmy McGriff. The outfit’s musical evolution comes into sharp focus on Excursions in Soul, Reggae, Funk & Dub, a collection of hard-to-find tracks that have been released at different points, and on different vinyl formats, over the last three years. Taken as a whole, the set offers a stunning snapshot of Soul Sugar’s rapidly expanding catalogue of classics. Metenier is once again at the controls but this time round Soul Sugar’s cast list of contributing musicians includes Sly & Robbie, Blundetto, Lone Ark, Slikk Tim, Thomas Naim and honeyvoiced soul singer Leo Carmichael. Metenier also stars as a musician, providing lively and ear-catching organ solos under his now familiar Booker Gee alias. What’s most noticeable from the off is the richness of the reggae riddims, the warmness of the instrumentation and the effortlessly soulful nature of the music. This is particularly evident on the collective’s stunning covers of Luther Vandross’s "Never Too Much" and Marvin Gaye’s "I Want You": effortlessly sunny and life-affirming interpretations that re-imagine the tracks as sumptuous slabs of reggae-soul and provide a platform for Leo Carmichael’s inspiring and comforting voice. Metenier and friends’ take on dub reggae – toasty, authentically bass-heavy and seeped in analogue effects – can also be admired on "Matumbee" and "Cool Down", the latter a digi-dub influenced affair rich in colourful synths sounds, echoing delay trails and sub bass so deep it will rattle your teeth. Both also contain lusciously jazzy guitar licks and some incredible keyswork from Metenier.The guiding hand of Spanish multi-instrumentalist and producer Lone Ark can be heard on album opener "Aximites" – think Lee ‘Scratch’ Perry producing Jimmy Smith – and "Faith", an expertly breezy concoction that sports Jackie Mittoo-esque Hammond B3 solos from Metenier over a luscious backing track that sounds like something that may have emerged from Studio One in the mid 1970s. The collective’s love of Studio One is explored further on a sweaty, reggae-funk cover of "Greedy" that features fabulous drums, bass and guitar from Slikk Tim, while "Out In The Rain" is an authentically sparse, spaced-out dub number laden with fluid instrument solos and devilishly heavy riddim. Part compilation, part artist album, part collaborative celebration of dub-soul fusion, Excursions in Soul, Reggae, Funk & Dub is the strongest statement yet of who Soul Sugar are, and where they’re going.

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Liam Bailey

7" | 2020 | US | Original (Big Crown)

12" | 2019 | UK | Original (Soul Jazz)

Release: 2020 / US – Original

Genre: Reggae & Dancehall

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Liam Bailey comes out swinging with "White Light," an instant-classic, dancefloor filler. The rough and tough drum break intro catches you from the first beat before the track gives way to an infectious and uplifting reggae-dis- co number. Liam's instantly recognizable voice showers his muse with praise over deep round bass lines and a four on the floor beat. The combination of Leon Michels' crushing production and Bailey's lyrics like "You love yourself, you're so exciting, like no one else"... is sure to make this a staple in dj sets around the globe.The B side "Cold & Clear" is a proper lighters in the air, slap the wall, top ranking tune. The track struts in the door with a natural and undeniable confidence. Liam weaves a heavy metacognitive story over the one drop drums, perfect basslines, and organ stabs that will have people stepping in rhythm. The lo-fi production weaves elements from the finest early rocksteady era with touches from the late 70s / early 80s digital era and takes the entire vibe into the present with unorthodox arrangements and vocal treatments. Bailey has a tune here that will hold up next to the classics in the dancehalls from the yards of Jamaica to the discotheques in his homeland of England.

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Willie Williams

Armageddon Time

21,99 €*

Encounters Pac-Man at Channel One

Release: 2019 / UK – Original

Genre: Reggae & Dancehall

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Willie Williams' roots rock reggae classic Armagideon Time – the rare 12" extended Discomix version split into two sublime heavyweight slices and cut super-loud on a 12" single.

Produced by Studio One supremo Coxsone Dodd this is a huge Reggae anthem on the classic 'Real Rock' rhythm, famously covered by The Clash and sampled by KRS One, The Fugees and many more.

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Scientist

LP | 1983 | EU | Reissue (Dub Mir)

Don't Cut Off Your Dreadlocks

Release: 1983 / EU – Reissue

Genre: Reggae & Dancehall

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In this great LP Scientist delivers one of his most progressive mixes, deconstructing the originals down to their skeletal base and adding just the right amount of mixing board-generated Echoplex and reverb with his patented minimal sound, a landscape resplendent with steely piano, depth-charge drums, and futuristic dub effects. A mind-warping yet eminently enjoyable way to check into dub central!

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Linval Thompson

7" | 2011 | UK | Reissue (Jamaican)

Release: 2011 / UK – Reissue

Genre: Reggae & Dancehall

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LP | 2024 | EU | Original (Wise)

Max Romeo

Max Romeo Sings Classics

22,99 €*

Dennis Brown / Azul / Jay Glass Dubs

Release: 2024 / EU – Original

Genre: Reggae & Dancehall

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Wise Records is thrilled to announce the release of the EP 'Max Romeo Sings Classics'. The EP includes newly recorded versions of "Kingston Town", "Man Next Door" and "No Place Like Home", recorded with Max's touring band during a break between gigs on tour in France, and mixed by legendary producer Dennis Bovell.

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Milk And Honey

12" | 1977 | EU | Reissue (Wise)

Eclipsed Expanded Edition

Release: 1977 / EU – Reissue

Genre: Reggae & Dancehall

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Dennis Brown's roots classic "Milk and Honey" freshly remastered, complete with Clive Hunt's original "Bitter Sweet" dub (under his Azul moniker) on the A Side. On the B side, Jay Glass Dubs unfolds a skewed and deconstructed contemporary dub. Strictly limited-edition white label vinyl.

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Eclipse

LP | 1978 | EU | Reissue (Lantern)

28,99 €*

7" | 2024 | EU | Original (Shella)

Release: 1978 / EU – Reissue

Genre: Reggae & Dancehall

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Fully remastered and licensed, ltd to 500 copies. Reissued here for the first time, in an extended version, the UK reggae band’s only album, originally released on Ball Record in 1978. One of the best-kept secrets of the late 70’s/mid 80’s British reggae scene who, with Steel Pulse, competed for the title of best reggae band in Birmingham. The album includes these eight tracks plus both sides of the bands final single and a brace of previously unreleased tracks.

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Nkrumah

Congo

LP | 2022 | UK | Original (Fruits)

Release: 2024 / EU – Original

Genre: Reggae & Dancehall

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"Congo" by Nkrumah is a hypnotic slice of deep roots by Nkrumah aka Toronto's Kwame Salmon. The city that was home to Johnny Osbourne, Leroy Sibbles, Jackie Mittoo and countless other Reggae legends has produced another artist following this great lineage, a singer with a voice unlike anyone else. Originally released in miniscule quantities as a self produced dubplate/lathe cut, the 45 caused a sensation among Djs and sound system operators world wide. This official release features a different mix with an extended version and a spare, mesmerizing Dub version by Toronto's Heavy Manners crew reminiscent of late 90s/early 2000s Rhythm and Sound releases.

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The 18th Parallel

Downtown Sessions

20,99 €*

Original Chicago Reggae 1978-1996 Orange Vinyl Edition

Release: 2022 / UK – Original

Genre: Reggae & Dancehall

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In September 2021, The 18th Parallel unveiled their first collaborative LP with Lone Ark, Showcase vol. 1, which was unanimously acclaimed by international critics. After a series of singles in collaboration with key artists from the golden age of Jamaican reggae such as Lee "Scratch" Perry, Linval Thompson, Dennis Walks, Burro Banton and Mike Brooks, the Swiss musician-producer combo is back with a new project on November 18th, 2022, Downtown Sessions, to delight the ears of old-school roots music fans.

Downtown Sessions is the result of ten years of studio sessions between Geneva and downtown Kingston with legendary drummer and Rockers movie star Leroy "Horsemouth" Wallace (Studio One, Black Disciples, Soul Syndicate, Pierpoljak, Groundation,...). The 18th Parallel hits hard by inviting some of the biggest names in Jamaican reggae on this new record: Cornell Campbell, Max Romeo, Ras Michael, Fred Locks, Big Youth, I Kong, Leroy Brown, The Silvertones and Hopeton James, not forgetting a Swiss guest, Lala Love. A real anthology of roots reggae legends who blossom on original and varied riddims that pay tribute to different eras of Jamaican roots music production, from the raw sound of Randy's to the Studio One discomix drenched in reverb of the late 1970s, via the polished arrangements typical of Geoffrey Chung's productions at Dynamics studio or the sound of Ras Michael's nyahbinghi drums! An exceptional record that combines tradition and modernity by bringing together the original voices of roots reggae with the refreshing vision of the young Swiss collective The 18th Parallel, all under the leadership of the legendary Horsemouth and producer Mathias Liengme. A future must-have for any music lover's collection!

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Skanking Lizard

LP (Jump Up)

Genre: Reggae & Dancehall

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Rod Taylor / Napoli Rockers Syndicate

Be Strong / Version

7" | 2023 | EU | Original (Bag-A-Rhythm)

Release: 2023 / EU – Original

Genre: Reggae & Dancehall

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7" | 2022 | EU | Original (La Panchita)

Tribase

Wicked Man EP

Harny Roots, Baodub, Jahwind

Release: 2022 / EU – Original

Genre: Reggae & Dancehall

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Tribase is a heavyweight Dub trio from Valencia with the Jamaican Kung Fu Ras as lead singer. This EP produced by La Panchita Records is the first business card for this band will already confirmed for some big festival in this summer as the International Dub Gathering

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Mash The Dance Up / Horns Version / Dub / Steppa Mix

12" | 2021 | EU | Original (La Panchita)

Release: 2021 / EU – Original

Genre: Reggae & Dancehall

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LP | 1988 | US | Original (Heartbeat)

The Meditations

For The Good Of Man

15,99 €*

LP | 2021 | UK | Original (Burning Sounds)

Release: 1988 / US – Original

Genre: Reggae & Dancehall

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Used Vinyl

Medium: VG+, Cover: VG

Cover has small seam split, small stickers over back spine, golden promo stamp on front cover. Vinyl is very close to NM.

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Cornell Campbell

Sweet Baby

22,99 €*

Release: 2021 / UK – Original

Genre: Reggae & Dancehall

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The Last Shall Be The First

Saah Karim

7" | 2021 | EU | Original (Amoul Bayi)

Release: 2021 / EU – Original

Genre: Reggae & Dancehall

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Willi Williams / Dub Defender / Russ Disciples / Dougie Conscious

Warning / Still Waters

12" | 2021 | EU | Original (Bababoom Hi-Fi)

13,99 €*

Release: 2021 / EU – Original

Genre: Reggae & Dancehall

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LP | 2018 | US | Original (VP)

Jah9

Feelings

20,99 €*

Release: 2018 / US – Original

Genre: Reggae & Dancehall

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Ring the alarm / skin out

Tenor Saw / Nardo Ranks

12" | US | Original (VP)

21,99 €*

Release: US – Original

Genre: Reggae & Dancehall

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LP | 2024 | EU | Original (Kultural Grooves)

Shakedown Unlimited

25,99 €*

LP | 2022 | EU | Reissue (Baco)

Release: 2024 / EU – Original

Genre: Reggae & Dancehall

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Kultural Grooves is thrilled to unveil Shakedown Unlimited’s inaugural album, a masterpiece crafted amidst the vibrant cultural backdrops of Italy and Spain. This album is a testament to the eclectic talents that are part of the contemporary European Reggae, Funk, Soul, and Jazz scenes. Steering this sonic expedition are the adept Michal “Michu” Krygiel, also known as Baodub, and the inventive Davide “Deez” Di Sauro. Michu, a stalwart in the dub sound system and electronic scene, not only anchors the album with his foundational drum beats but also takes the helm in mixing and recording. Davide, with his creative spark, orchestrates the album’s arrangement and composition, weaving in his unique bass rhythms that echo his past work with The Officinalis and Napoli Rockers Syndicate, alongside the pulsating beats of Afrodesia’s ‘Episode One’. Their artistry is amplified by the spirited strumming of guitarists Andrea Farias and Alessandro “Sugar / Papa” Rizla, and the percussive precision of Giosuè Perna, whose collaborations with Periodica Records and Aloe Vera have refined their collective harmony, enriching the musical journey with a diverse palette of auditory hues. The album’s vocal prowess is delivered by Payoh Soul Rebel, whose voice stands unrivaled in the European reggae and soul landscape. The icing on the cake is undoubtedly the presence of Andres Balbucea, the singer, composer, and pianist of the breakout Disco/Afrobeat band, Parlbleu. A fellow member of the Napoli Rockers Syndicate, like the pianist Giulio Neri, Andres is entrusted with the entire composition of the organ sound for this album—an indispensable element of offbeat music—imbued with his unmatched touch. The brass arrangements, a soul-stirring element of the album, are the brainchild of jazz maestro Enrico Fumo, with the alto saxophone melodies woven by the esteemed Jah Wind, a name synonymous with reggae aficionados. The fusion of these musicians and their diverse styles, rooted in a strong reggae foundation yet infused with Soul, Funk, Latin, and Jazz, is visually encapsulated by Riccardo Corda. Corda, a visionary designer whose work has graced albums like ‘The Mauskovic Dance Band’ by Soundway Records and ‘Bar Mediterraneo’ by Nu Genea, lends his artistic signature to this album, further solidifying its place as a modern classic. The trumpet and trombone are in the capable hands of the Valencian duo, Jonas Sanchez and Manuel Pardo, masters of brass who bring a vibrant soul to every note. Shakedown Unlimited’s debut is more than an album; it’s a musical journey enriched by the essence of the Mediterranean, a reggae anthology that resonates with the soulful rhythms and vibrant influences of its heritage. We are beyond delighted to present this auditory treasure, a testament to the enduring spirit of reggae and its universal appeal.

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Pablo Moses

In The Future Reissue

32,99 €*

Release: 2022 / EU – Reissue

Genre: Reggae & Dancehall

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Drippin' Summer Feat. Mizuki Ohira

Slowly

LP | 2024 | JP | Original (Flower)

21,99 €*

12" | 2005 | DE | Original (False Tuned)

Release: 2024 / JP – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves, Reggae & Dancehall

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Slowly feat. Mizuki Ohira "Drippin' Summer", a popular song that was included in a series of popular compilation series in Japan last year, and has over 10,000 listeners in less than a week after its release, is finally available on 7-inch analog! Slowly, which has been selling out 7-inch singles in rapid succession, welcomes next-generation singer/songwriter Mizuki Ohira as the featured vocalist for this smoky, summer anthem with vocals that mix coolness and passion. The coupling track features a superb Dub Mix by e-mura of Bim One Production!

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Paul St.Hilaire

Peculiar

8,99 €*

Release: 2005 / DE – Original

Genre: Reggae & Dancehall

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7" | 2023 | EU | Original (Roots Renegade)

Skari

Artibella

9,99 €*

Release: 2023 / EU – Original

Genre: Reggae & Dancehall

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LP | 1965 | JP | Reissue (Think!)

Mighty Sparrow

Tattoo Woman

38,99 €*

7" | 2023 | EU | Original (Bass Revelation)

Release: 1965 / JP – Reissue

Genre: Organic Grooves, Reggae & Dancehall

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"Tattoo Woman" was originally released in 1965 and includes "Under My Skin", a favorite not only among calypso fans but also Ska and Reggae lovers! This is a calypso arrangement of Cole Porter's original song "I've Got You Under My Skin" and is truly a masterpiece! The album as a whole contains many wonderful pieces that convey the breath of calypso in its heyday! Please enjoy these two historical masterpieces by the god of calypso, Mighty Sparrow, together with "The Outcast", which will be released at the same time on analog LP!!

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Idren Natural

Feed The Nation

Release: 2023 / EU – Original

Genre: Reggae & Dancehall

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LP | 2023 | EU | Original (Chapter Two)

Inna De Yard

27,99 €*

Release: 2023 / EU – Original

Genre: Reggae & Dancehall

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7" | 2023 | JP | Reissue (Drum & Bass)

Lloyd Charmers

Deeper And Deeper

17,99 €*

Afrikan Simba / Vibronics

Release: 2023 / JP – Reissue

Genre: Reggae & Dancehall

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Cover of Barry White's Funky Soul "I'm gonna love you a little more baby". Like the original, it is urban and full of adult eroticism. The intro break is also reproduced, and the vocalist has an appealing bass tone.

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Wonderful World

7" | 2023 | EU | Original (4weed)

Release: 2023 / EU – Original

Genre: Reggae & Dancehall

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Roots Radics

12 Inches Of Dub

LP (Vp / Greensleeves)

Genre: Reggae & Dancehall

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Genre: Reggae & Dancehall

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7" | 1999 | JM (Harmony House)

Mr Easy

Heavenly / Version

9,99 €*

Release: 1999 / JM

Genre: Reggae & Dancehall

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Lexxus & Kiprich / Young Price

Nuh Nice / Two Things

7" | 2000 | JM (Fat Eyes)

7,99 €*

Release: 2000 / JM

Genre: Reggae & Dancehall

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Vibronics Meets Mafia & Fluxy

In Brixton

LP (Scoops)

Genre: Reggae & Dancehall

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Vanzo

Something Good / Version

7" | JM (Vibeguard)

Release: JM

Genre: Reggae & Dancehall

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Norris Man

Heat Is On / Dub Version

7" | JM (Jah Scout)

6,99 €*

Release: JM

Genre: Reggae & Dancehall

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LP | 2016 | EU | Reissue (Greensleeves)

Alborosie

Freedom & Fyah