Roots & Culture 2809 Items

Release: 1982 / EU – Reissue

Genre: Reggae & Dancehall

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Genre: Reggae & Dancehall

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Chant Down Babylon / Chant Dub Mix

Yabby You The Prophets

7" (Vivian Jackson)

Two Sevens Clash / Version

Genre: Reggae & Dancehall

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company sleeve

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Culture / The Mighty Two

7" (Joe Gibbs)

The Horus All Stars / Three Dots

Genre: Reggae & Dancehall

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Cristo Redentor / The Count Of Monte Cristo

7" | EU (Horus)

Release: EU

Genre: Reggae & Dancehall

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Ines Pardo / Lone Ark Riddim Force

Open Your Eyes / Dub

7" (Ark)

12" | 2023 | EU | Original (Truth And Vibes)

Genre: Reggae & Dancehall

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stamped sleeve

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Bukkha

Repatriation EP

Signing Off Red Vinyl Edition

Release: 2023 / EU – Original

Genre: Reggae & Dancehall

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The Truth and Vibes label is back with its highly anticipated second vinyl release, and this time, we’re pulling out all the stops to bring you a diverse lineup of both fresh faces and familiar talents who have already graced our previous release. Our journey begins with the talented producer and our good friend, Bukkha, hailing from Spain. A notable figure on the dub scene, Bukkha has been invited to play at Dub der guten Hoffnung in Graz already twice, solidifying our productive creative relationship. The genesis of this release traces back to a track known as “Jah Praise”, which we’ve cherished as a dubplate for many years. As the years rolled on, an exciting development took place when our brethren, Joyful Lion, contributed a mesmerizing saxophone performance. It was at this moment that we knew this track deserved to see the light of day as a full release. The creative journey didn’t stop there. We embarked on a quest to infuse this already captivating tune with even more depth and soul. Enter the remarkable singer Galas, who lent his powerful voice to the project, introducing a theme of “Repatriation” that resonated deeply with our vibes. But we weren’t finished yet. To complement the rich lyrics, we sought the talents of our friend Vale from Berlin, known for his exceptional horn skills. The harmonious melodies he crafted were so captivating that we couldn’t resist asking him to contribute some solo sections, resulting in a full horns version of the track. With all the pieces falling into place, we entrusted the track to Matt from Pressure Mastering, who added the final touches to bring out its true essence. As always, we’ve teamed up with Austro Vinyl, nestled in the green heart of Austria, to deliver a high-quality pressing on heavy 180g vinyl. The release comes adorned with full cover artwork, ensuring that the visual experience matches the sonic journey.

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UB40

2LP | 1980 | UK | Reissue (Virgin)

45,99 €*

Release: 1980 / UK – Reissue

Genre: Reggae & Dancehall

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The Pioneers / Prince Deadly

Jump Up! / Jump Dub!

12,74 €* 14,99 € -15%

Release: 2023 / UK – Original

Genre: Reggae & Dancehall

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Murray Man, Danny Red, Imperial Sound Army, Dan I

Nah Run / Hurry

12" | 2023 | EU | Original (Imperial Sound Army)

Release: 2023 / EU – Original

Genre: Reggae & Dancehall

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

Johnny Clarke

Open Your Eyes

Release: 2023 / EU – Original

Genre: Reggae & Dancehall

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7" | 1965 | JP | Reissue (Drum & Bass X Rock A Shacka)

Lord Tanamo

If You Were Only Mine

7" | 2024 | JP | Reissue (Drum & Bass X Rock A Shacka)

Release: 1965 / JP – Reissue

Genre: Reggae & Dancehall

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"If You Were Only Mine" is one of Tanamo's most popular songs. Lovely ska vocals start with a beautiful, flowing, gentle horn theme. A great song backed by the Skatalites in their prime. The coupling is a killer ska tune by Don Drummond. "Bellevue" is the name of the mental hospital where Don Drummond spent his life until his death in 1969, after he was arrested for the murder of his girlfriend Margarita on New Year's Day, 1965. This is the last recording of the greatest trombonist in Jamaican history, who lived up to his name as a genius. You can hear Don's heartbreaking cry along with another take of "No More" recorded on the album.

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Lord Tanamo

You'll Never Know

Release: 2024 / JP – Reissue

Genre: Reggae & Dancehall

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"You'll Never Know" was released as a coupling to "In The Mood For Love" on Ska Beat in the UK. Everything from the intro to the lyric and rhyme scheme is beautiful. Tanamo is good at calypso style singing, but the sad tune also suits him well. The coupling song, "I Love You Truly", is a wonderful song with a fast and furious performance of the Skatalites in their heyday and Lloyd Knibb's powerful drumming. Lord Tanamo's Lovers Ska, Double Sider!

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In The Mood For Ska - Caribou Ska Selection

LP | 2023 | JP | Original (Drum & Bass X Rock A Shacka)

LP | 2024 | UK | Original (17 North Parade)

Release: 2023 / JP – Original

Genre: Reggae & Dancehall

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A collection of rare 60's sound sources, mainly by the Skatalites, that shows the heat of Kingston in the heyday of Ska!! Selections from Indian-Jamaican Dada Tewari's Caribou and Down Beat labels. Caribbean Recording Company, owned by Dada Tewari, was one of the first Jamaican studios to follow in the footsteps of Ken Khouri and Stanley Motta, and this album contains songs from the boogie shuffle to the heyday of ska. In addition to Lord Tanamo's ska anthem "In The Mood For Ska", this is the label's first album of mega-rare singles and top Caribou ska, including Don Drummond's last recording "Bellevue Special", "Up & Down" by the Mighty Vikings and "Way Of Fortune" by Pat & Roxie.

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Fred Locks

Black Star Liner

24,99 €*

Release: 2024 / UK – Original

Genre: Reggae & Dancehall

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Where's My Utopia? Orange Vinyl Edition

Yard Act

LP | 2024 | CZ | Original (Island)

Release: 2024 / CZ – Original

Genre: Reggae & Dancehall

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LP | 2023 | EU | Original (Wagram)

Arte Reggae

Release: 2023 / EU – Original

Genre: Reggae & Dancehall

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Willi Williams

Di Real Rock

LP | JM (Drum Street)

Release: JM

Genre: Reggae & Dancehall

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LP | 2006 | CA | Reissue (Clocktower)

Prince Jazz Bo

Get Tonight Brother

19,99 €*

Release: 2006 / CA – Reissue

Genre: Reggae & Dancehall

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Money World, Dub, Suffering, Dub / Mental Slavery, Dub, Take Care, Dub

Marijah

12" (Jah Embassy)

Genre: Reggae & Dancehall

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Genre: Reggae & Dancehall

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Get The Tip / Space Flight

Junior Byles / I-Roy

7" (Skank And Groove)

Genre: Reggae & Dancehall

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Susan Cadogan / Upsetters

Do It Baby / Dub It

7" (Orchid)

Genre: Reggae & Dancehall

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Junior Mervin / Joe Gibbs & The Professionals

Time Stiff / Better Times Ahead

7" (Joe Gibbs)

Genre: Reggae & Dancehall

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Rockers Arena / Horns Version

Nkrumah & The Grampians

7" (Grampians)

Genre: Reggae & Dancehall

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Glen Washington / Mighty Two

Rockers Nu Crackers / Rockers Version

7" (Errol T)

11,69 €* 12,99 € -10%

Genre: Reggae & Dancehall

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King Stanley / Idren Leeroy

Battle Song / Battle Dub

7" (Chouette)

Genre: Reggae & Dancehall

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Guide & Protect / Aztec Warrior

Aisha / Mad Professor

7" (Ariwa)

Genre: Reggae & Dancehall

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Uluru 012 Orange Vinyl Edition

DJ Dibba

7" | 2023 | EU | Original (Uluru)

15,99 €*

Alton Ellis And The Flames

Release: 2023 / EU – Original

Genre: Hip Hop, Reggae & Dancehall

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Uluru is back with a Reggae Hip-Hop future classic. Following the teaching of masters like J-Star, Dj Maars and L'Entourloop, Dj Dibba makes is own solo debut on vinyl with 2 heavy weight dancefloor killers, meticulously assembled in Rome, Italy. Fusing rocksteady with hip hop, spicing it up with dub influences and modern drum beats, this 7” will definitely give a shake to the reggae hip-hop scene.

Pull up guaranteed!

Pressed on high quality black and yellow/orange vinyl (48 gr.) Edition of 500, cut it loud and fat, highly recommended for big sound systems.

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All My Tears / Duke Of Earl

7" | 2023 | JP | Reissue (Duke Reid Classics)

Eric Monty Morris / The Baba Brooks Band

Release: 2023 / JP – Reissue

Genre: Reggae & Dancehall

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Great Rock Steady Vocals on this one from the don of Rock Steady, Alton Ellis.

A premium series of limited edition Japanese pressed 7"s - featuring unreleased and impossibly hard to find gems from the Duke Reid archives.

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Mama No Fret / Smokey Ska

7" | 2023 | JP | Reissue (Duke Reid Classics)

12" | 2023 | EU | Original (Isle Of Jura)

Release: 2023 / JP – Reissue

Genre: Reggae & Dancehall

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Both are alternate takes - vocal and instrumental cuts. A premium series of limited edition Japanese pressed 7"s - featuring unreleased and impossibly hard to find gems from the Duke Reid archives.

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Sonia Whittingham

Sweet Sensation

7" | 1972 | EU | Reissue (Top Ranking Sound)

Release: 2023 / EU – Original

Genre: Reggae & Dancehall

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Only 1 per customer!

UK Lovers Rock holy grail 12” from Sonia Whittingham, produced by Glen Sloley and originally released in 1988. ‘When I look into your eyes I feel a sweet sensation. I know our love is true ‘cos you make me happy'

A 140gram pressing in full colour sleeve designed by Bradley Pinkerton.

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Abe Broadway

Take Away

I Man Cruz, Lone Ark Riddim Force

Release: 1972 / EU – Reissue

Genre: Reggae & Dancehall

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Prepare to be captivated by the soul-stirring melodies of Abe Broadway's timeless masterpiece "Take Away." Despite his brief career and recording less than a handful of songs, each one serves as a testament to his talent. Notably, he self-produced all of his works with unwavering dedication, leaving an unforgettable impact that continues to resonate.

"Take Away" was originally recorded in late 1972, and the composition showcases the musical brilliance of the early The Upsetters band (before disbanding and forming other groups). It includes the talented organist Glen Adams, brothers Aston Barrett on bass and the unmistakable Carlton Barrett on drums, the soulful trombone melodies of Vin Gordon, and the skilled guitar work of Alva Lewis. Unfortunately, "Take Away" suffered from bootlegging a few years ago. However, we are delighted to bring you the long-awaited legitimate reissue of this remarkable song.

"Take Away" continues to shine as an absolute gem that withstands the test of time and tugs at your heart. And with this highly anticipated reissue, its brilliance can be savored anew.

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Tek A Look / Tek A Dub

7" | 2023 | EU | Original (Ark)

Release: 2023 / EU – Original

Genre: Reggae & Dancehall

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You'll Never Need Somebody

Janice Walker

12" | 1981 | EU | Reissue (Miss You)

4LP | 2023 | EU | Original (Urban)

Release: 1981 / EU – Reissue

Genre: Reggae & Dancehall

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Lovers Rock at its finest with a beautiful cover version of Merlyn Brooks' "You'll Never Need Somebody". Originally released in 1981 this release is the work of Reggae heavyweight Geoffrey Chung (who also worked on Dhaima with Phillip Michael Thomas, previously released on Missyou). This release features the original 7" version along with a small collection of other new mixes. On the A side, the Dub Organiser skillfully extends the original 3 minute track into a 7 and a half minute long trip along with a new "Dub" version, respectfully re-mixed from the original multitracks 40 years later. On the B-side, the mixing console is handed over to a dedicated student of Dub, the Swiss Androo who's clearly no stranger to studio work when it comes to dubby landscapes. Elegantly walking the tightrope between traditional approaches and raw experimentation with 3 new mixes, each with very unique feelings.

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Gentleman

MTV Unplugged

78,99 €*

Release: 2023 / EU – Original

Genre: Reggae & Dancehall

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2LP | 2010 | EU | Reissue (Urban)

Gentleman

Diversity

45,99 €*

Release: 2010 / EU – Reissue

Genre: Reggae & Dancehall

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LP | 2023 | EU | Original (Enchante)

Ben L'Oncle Soul

Red Mango

30,99 €*

Release: 2023 / EU – Original

Genre: Reggae & Dancehall

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Pat Simpson / Newell All Stars

Teach Them /Dub Them

7" | 2023 | EU | Original (Hornin Sounds)

7" | 2023 | Original (Conquering Lion)

Release: 2023 / EU – Original

Genre: Reggae & Dancehall

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Originally released in tiny run and miscredited to Dennis Walks.

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Jallanzo

The Fullness

Release: 2023 / Original

Genre: Reggae & Dancehall

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Donnoya Drake / Junior Dell & The D-Lites

Will You Love Me Tomorrow / I Can't Turn You Loose

Release: 2023 / UK – Original

Genre: Reggae & Dancehall

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Tuff Like Iron Feat. I Jah / Dub

Ariwa Posse

7" | 2023 | Original (Ariwa)

Tell Me Remix / Little Girl Jah See

Release: 2023 / Original

Genre: Reggae & Dancehall

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Sung by I Jah, co-produced by First Eye, with guitar by James Shepherd and harmonies by Tree (a classical singer from Trinidad), this is immediately identifiable as a classic in the truest traditions of the Caribbean community. Add it to your playlists, honour the memory of the Windrush Generation and discover exactly why they had to be Tuff Like Iron

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Bitty Mclean / Natijah

7" | UK (Peckings)

Release: UK

Genre: Reggae & Dancehall

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LP | 1975 | EU | Reissue (Lantern Rec.)

Clement Bushay

Dread In Session

28,99 €*

Funny / I Am Yours Forever

Release: 1975 / EU – Reissue

Genre: Reggae & Dancehall

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Rare reggae collection originally released in 1975. Featuring guest musicians Ken Boothe, Delroy Washington, Bob Davis, Gene Rondo and former members of the Cimarons. Some of the tracks have been recorded at the Black Arc Studio with engineer Lee ‘Scratch’ Perry. All tracks produced by Clem Bushay.

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The Soul Lads

7" | 1968 | JP | Reissue (Duke Reid Classics)

Run Come Celebrate / I Wish It Would Rain

Release: 1968 / JP – Reissue

Genre: Reggae & Dancehall

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Great Rock Steady Vocal cuts. The Soul Lads were The Clarendonians.

A premium series of limited edition Japanese pressed 7"s - featuring unreleased and impossibly hard to find gems from the Duke Reid archives.

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The Techniques

7" | 1968 | JP | Reissue (Duke Reid Classics)

People Grudgeful / Pan Ya Machete

Release: 1968 / JP – Reissue

Genre: Reggae & Dancehall

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A side is a Jamaican Independence festival tune from 1968. Foundation. Both here are great Rock Steady Vocal cuts.

A premium series of limited edition Japanese pressed 7"s - featuring unreleased and impossibly hard to find gems from the Duke Reid archives.

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Sir Gibbs

7" | 1968 | UK | Reissue (Harlem Shuffle)

If You Ask Me To Red Vinyl Edtion

Release: 1968 / UK – Reissue

Genre: Reggae & Dancehall

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This is the first re-release on 7inch vinyl single of the mythic double sided single credited to producer Joe Gibbs and released in 1968 on Amalgamated Records in the U.K. Although both tracks are credited to Joe Gibbs, many believe the A side “People Grudgeful” was sung by The Ethiopians whilst the B side “Pan Ya Machete” was performed by The Pioneers. “Grudgeful” though does not really sound like The Ethiopians and according to Trojan, both sides were performed by The Pioneers. Which makes sense for several reasons. Firstly, the sound of the song is indeed more reminiscent of the Pioneers/Joe Gibbs work of that time. In fact The Ethiopians did not record with Joe Gibbs, with the exception of The Ring which was released in 1972, four years later, while the Pioneers were routinely involved with Gibbs in 1968. Last but not least, The Ethiopians had no beef with Lee Scratch Perry whilst The Pioneers songs were clearly incriminated by Scratch in his hit song “People Funny Boy. Attention: This is a special limited edition strictly limited to 500 copies - one release only. Note: the number of copies is now included in the catalogue number “hsrss-0023c-500” printed on the single label, “500” standing for 500 copies and C for collector.

THE Pioneers The Pioneers were formed in 1962 by two brothers Derrick and Sidney Crooks and their friend Winston Hewitt later replaced by former Heptone Glen Adams. The Pioneers' early singles were not successful, and the group broke up in 1967 Sydney started working at Joe Gibbs shop and then in the studio where he met a talented new young singer: Jackie Robinson. The new Pioneers were reborn as a duo. They recorded several successful singles such as "Longshot" "Jackpot", "Catch the Beat" with Gibbs before joining producer Leslie Kong where they recorded Samfie Man which topped the Jamaican charts. They then recruited George Agard and became a trio again. They scored in the charts again with "Long Shot (Kick De Bucket)" a sequel to “Long Shot”, the tragic story of a race horse that never won and died racing! “Kick De Bucket” became an instant hit both in Jamaican and in the U.K. particularly among skinheads in 1969. More hits followed and the band moved to the UK in 1970. Over time, their sound changed and became more sophisticated and pop and they eventually recorded soul albums with Eddy Grant as a producer in 1976. It was not successful and the band split before reforming. They have been performing sporadically since then.

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Victor Axelrod

LP | 2023 | EU | Original (Daptone)

26,99 €*

Uprising Original Jamaican Version Limited Numbered Edition

Release: 2023 / EU – Original

Genre: Reggae & Dancehall

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If you're a fan of Daptone Records, chances are you've read or heard the name Victor Axelrod, and even if you haven't, you've heard music from his hand. As a producer, arranger, recording and mixing engineer, and keyboardist, his creativity has extended across more than two decades of the label's releases, even dating to its prehistory with Desco Records. If You Ask Me To..., the first LP under his name for the label, is a collection of singles released between 2007-2023 as well as unreleased tracks from Sugar Minott and Binky Griptite. The genesis of which came via an 11th hour request from Daptone for a Sharon Jones remix (2007) that resulted in the reggae version of "How Long Do I Have To Wait For You?" found here. This opened the door to additional explorations of reggae/soul synergies within the catalogue, affirming the musical and cultural link between Daptone's core soul sound and Axelrod's passion for Jamaican music. While previous projects like Ticklah Vs. Axelrod and Roots Combination (produced under the alias Ticklah) were inspired by the Jamaica of the 1970s and 80s, this set specifically channels an earlier period in the 1960s when Jamaica was both strikingly original in its continuum of genres but also closely and empathetically attuned to Black American music. Through Axelrod's exceptional taste and the notable contributions of guitarist Tom Brenneck, original tapes from Bob & Gene's MoDo discography, members of The Frightnrs, and others from the NYC reggae community, the legacy of trailblazing Jamaican artists like Alton Ellis, Tony Gregory, and Ken Parker continue to resonate and inspire a whole new generation of reggae and soul enthusiasts.

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Bob Marley & The Wailers

LP | US (Tuff Gong)

47,99 €*

Release: US

Genre: Reggae & Dancehall

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Somebody's Baby / I'm In The Mood For Love

Pat Kelly

7" | 1968 | UK | Reissue (Jamaican)

Release: 1968 / UK – Reissue

Genre: Reggae & Dancehall

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Joe Gibbs & The Professionals

African Dub All-Mighty Chapter 3 Red Vinyl Edition

LP | 2023 | UK | Original (VP)

Joe Gibbs & The Professionals

Release: 2023 / UK – Original

Genre: Reggae & Dancehall

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Chapter 3 als Limitierte Red LP!!!

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African Dub All-Mighty Chapter 1 Yellow Vinyl Edition

LP | 2023 | UK | Original (VP)

Release: 2023 / UK – Original

Genre: Reggae & Dancehall

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Ranking Joe / Patagoniadub

Lead Us Jah / Dub

7" (Patagoniadub)

Genre: Reggae & Dancehall

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Genre: Reggae & Dancehall

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My People Want To Move / Want To Dub

Paulinho

7" (Cool Up)

Ghetto Children / Dessus Jammin'

Genre: Reggae & Dancehall

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300 copies

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Dessus

7" (333.0)

Genre: Reggae & Dancehall

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Ariwa Sounds: The Early Sessions Remastered

Mad Professor

LP | 1984 | UK | Reissue (Melodies International)

34,99 €*

7" | 2023 | EU | Original (Dreadlionsmusic)

Release: 1984 / UK – Reissue

Genre: Reggae & Dancehall

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Mad Professor, also known as Neil Fraser to his friends is renowned worldwide for his groundbreaking dub recordings, captivating live sets showcasing the creativity of dub sound engineers, and his collaborations with both reggae and non-reggae artists alike such as Lee Scratch Perry, Jah Shaka, Sade, The Orb, Massive Attack, Grace Jones and many more. Above all, he is celebrated for his prolific output in the genres of Dub, Lovers Rock, Reggae and more through his own Ariwa label and south London recording studio boasting an impressive catalog of over 300 releases, among other notable achievements. 

A few years back, we stumbled upon this outstanding Lovers Rock and Dub album which had a very unique raw sound and felt like a whole experience when listened to from start to finish. Alternate versions of the same tracks with different performers in varying styles, tape rewinds, it had us all wonder why it hadn’t gained wider recognition amongst Mad Professor's other releases. 

When we finally had the pleasure of meeting Neil at his recording studio, he revealed that this album was one of his earliest works. It was born out of a birthday gift from his wife—a four-track recorder that inspired him to venture into music-making after years of repairing and building electronics and audio equipment. When we asked him if he would be making music if not for that gift, he confessed that it was highly unlikely (!) 

Mad Professor further explained that this album, originally released in 1984, is a compilation of tracks recorded between 1979 and 1981, representing the nascent stages of his recording and production career, when the idea of establishing a studio and the Ariwa label were just beginning to take shape. He set up all his gear, including his first homemade four-track mixing desk, in the front room of his house in South London. With no prior studio experience, he positioned microphones where he thought they should fit and invited local musicians to collaborate. Errol Sly, Ranking Ann, Sergeant Pepper, Deborah Glasgow, Victor Cross, Sister Audrey, his backing band the Sane Inmates and a host of other talented local artists, some of whom would go on to become stalwarts in their respective genres, all contributed to this album, capturing the raw essence of Mad Professor and Ariwa's early sound. 

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Lisa Dainjah

Hold The Faith

Release: 2023 / EU – Original

Genre: Reggae & Dancehall

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LP | 2023 | EU | Original (Nun.Ki.Rec.)

The Wilbur's

Whiskers Of Dub Volume 2

19,99 €* 24,99 € -20%

Release: 2023 / EU – Original

Genre: Reggae & Dancehall

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7" | 2023 | UK | Original (Lovedub Limited)

Prince Fatty

Expansions

Release: 2023 / UK – Original

Genre: Reggae & Dancehall

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Prince Fatty's new independent record label Lovedub Limited kicks off with a super 7" from the man himself. It is in fact something of an homage to the 1970s jazz-funk of Lonnie Liston Smith but with some hefty dub and reggae treatment. Shniece Mcmenamin stars on vocals and brings plenty of summer soul to the groove which is also lit up with free-flying flute lines over steady reggae rhythms that will sink you in deep to Winston "Horseman" Williams and Carlton "Bubblers" Ogilvie's drums, organ and piano. On the flip is the dub with the iconic Liston-Smith melody leading you through a lazy afternoon in style.

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LP | 2023 | EU | Original (Stix)

Disco Reggae Volume 5

22,99 €*

Lloydie Smith Productions 1973 - 76

Release: 2023 / EU – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves, Reggae & Dancehall

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Stix Records, a sub-label of Favorite Recordings, proudly presents Disco Reggae Vol. 5, pursuing the highly acclaimed series started 10 years ago. Birth land of the Reggae music, Jamaica has also always been fed by Soul, Funk, R&B and Pop music from the US scene, delivering some of the best covers anyone could think of. With it’s Disco Reggae series, Stix Records therefore simply carried on this tradition, offering new versions of classic songs from a wide spectrum of musical styles. On this 5th edition, the list extend to famous name such as The Undertones, Bobby Caldwell, Cerrone, Patti LaBelle, or Ray Parker Jr. to name a few. At the control to tailor these hits with new and exclusive Reggae suits, you’ll find the best producers from the Stix’ roster like Soul Sugar aka Booker Gee, Taggy Matcher, Simon Nyabinghi, or Mato. Together they signed again a perfect soundtrack to extend your summer and fill your playlists, whether to light the dancefloors or just sip a nice cocktail facing the Negril’s sunset!

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Roots From The Record Smith In Dub

LP (Record Smith)

Genre: Reggae & Dancehall

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2LP | 2023 | AU | Original (The Drop)

Fat Freddys Drop

Blackbird Returns

Release: 2023 / AU – Original

Genre: Electronic & Dance, Reggae & Dancehall

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Flying high for the tenth anniversary of "Blackbird" album, we"re pleased to announce the brand new Blackbird Returns remix album descending on the breeze. Friends from around the world, Nightmares on Wax, Jazzanova, Kings, Syrup D, Christoph El Truento & Lucky Lane, DJ Philippa, Feiertag, Marcus Worgull, The Kcbs, Yarni feat. Liv East, Dub Pistols vs Freestylers and Kid Fonque have remixed their favourite Blackbird tracks.

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Genre: Reggae & Dancehall

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LP | 1973 | EU | Reissue (Lantern)

Tapper Zukie

Man Ah Warrior

28,99 €*

LP | 2023 | EU | Original (Hornin Sounds)

Release: 1973 / EU – Reissue

Genre: Reggae & Dancehall

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Brand new reissue for the epic Tapper Zukie's first album, originally released in 1973. Supervised by the original producer Clement Bushay! Zukie never expected these cuts to turn into an album, and was quite startled to discover this record in the London shops when he came to town in the spring of 1975. After 50 years “Man Ah Warrior” is still a lively and unique collection. The bassline and trademark guitar sound from The Temptations’ “Papa Was a Rolling Stone” is instantly recognizable in the title track with the riddim featuring just drum, bass, and riffing guitar. “I King Zukie” is a big tune, an interplay between the soulful vocal of “I Dont Know Why I Love You” (originally done by Stevie Wonder) and Tapper Zukie’s toasting. All in all a series of remarkable tunes such as the wicked “Viego”, the hypnotic “Cally Dolly” and “Zukie Fashionwear” with a big trombone and at the beginning Willie Williams (although Delroy Wilson is mentioned in the song) singing lines from the Temptations song “Get Ready”.

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Black Stallion

We Are Men

24,99 €*

7" | 2000 | EU | Reissue (Top Ranking Sound)

Release: 2023 / EU – Original

Genre: Reggae & Dancehall

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Previously unreleased recordings from 1974.

Mixed by Al Breadwinner in 2023 after restoration of the multitrack tape.

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West Molites

I See A Sign

Release: 2000 / EU – Reissue

Genre: Reggae & Dancehall

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7" | 1980 | EU | Reissue (Top Ranking Sound)

Ras Talent

African Trap

Release: 1980 / EU – Reissue

Genre: Reggae & Dancehall

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Dutty Rock 20th Anniversary Deluxe Edition

Sean Paul

2LP | 2003 | EU | Reissue (RhIno)

47,99 €*

Release: 2003 / EU – Reissue

Genre: Reggae & Dancehall

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2LP | 2023 (Tribe 84 / Livity Music)

Guiding Star Orchestra

Natural Heights

29,99 €*

LP | 2023 (Higher Mountain)

Release: 2023

Genre: Reggae & Dancehall

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sealed

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Joseph Cotton

History Of The Dancehall

26,99 €*

Release: 2023

Genre: Reggae & Dancehall

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sticker on black sleeve

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The Officinalis

Back To Sorrento

LP | 2023 (Aloe Vera)

23,99 €*

Release: 2023

Genre: Reggae & Dancehall

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The Blackstones, Alien Dread

Be Thankful (Vs.2), Dub (Vs.2) / Deliver Me (Vs.2), Dub (Vs.2)

7" | 2023 (Iron Sound)

12" | 2023 | UK | Original (333)

Release: 2023

Genre: Reggae & Dancehall

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sealed picture sleeve

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Rupie Dan

My Black Race

7" | 2023 | EU | Original (Newentun)

Release: 2023 / UK – Original

Genre: Reggae & Dancehall

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Death Is Not The End's 333 sub-label drops a much needed reissue of Rupie Dan's My Black Race 12" from 1982. A huge Shaka selection featuring one of the heaviest dubs available from this era of UK roots production. Originally written and produced by Rupie for his Flag Records label, with engineering from Tony Addis (later of Addis Posse and the Warriors Dance label).
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"The lyrical idea for My Black Race came about during the 1980/81 social/racial revolution that took place in several cities all over England, including London, Liverpool, Birmingham, Leeds etc. I was living in Bradford, West Yorkshire at the time and was a DJ/Sound System operator on Jah Scorcher International Sound. I also co-hosted a Reggae show on an independent radio station Called Pennine Radio 235. In my regular job I was a youth and community leader with the Bradford education council. I was fully connected and in touch the community.
Seeing how the media used the events of the social uprising as a weapon to further discriminate against the African & Caribbean community committed me to say and do something to elevate the minds of especially young people who were already demoralised by the rhetoric that brought about the so called "riots" of the time. It was during this time that the lyrical foundation of "My Black Race" was laid. The rhythm came later after hearing Barry Brown's "No Wicked Shall Enter the Kingdom of Zion". In the summer of 1982 I entered into the Addis Ababa recording studio on Harrow Road, Paddington and recorded the song having moved to London the previous year. Musicians featured included Victor Cross on bass and Mark Wright on drums (both from the Ariwa band), Rizzo on guitar, Tan Tan and Bami on Horns (all 3 from Aswad band), Bubblers on Piano/Organ (Undivided Roots/Ruff Cutt Band). Lead vocals were provided by myself, with backing vocals Jenifah Gad and Niomi who was working with David Bowie at the time. The engineers were Bubblers and Tony Addis (later of Addis Posse & the Warriors Dance label).
Jah Shaka was in the studio during the entire recording session. I was aquatinted with him as I was previously involved in a 3 way soundclash with Shaka, Quaker City and my sound at the time Jah Scorcher. Some years later I was in Terry's Dub studio in North Acton cutting some dubs when King Jammys and Bunny Lee walked in and heard the song. Bunny was responsible for the production of Barry Brown's "No Wicked Shall Enter the Kingdom of Zion". Thankfully they were both impressed by the track which delighted me as a young up-and-coming artist/producer. The rest is history as we know it. Jah Shaka was mystically constant hence his attachment and love for the song. Jah bless and guide him."
- Rupie Dan, 2023.

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Key Day

Bad Guy

Release: 2023 / EU – Original

Genre: Reggae & Dancehall

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12" | 2023 | EU | Original (Son Of A Beat)

Group Dynamics

Mundu

Release: 2023 / EU – Original

Genre: Reggae & Dancehall

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Teka, Cali P, Juju Rogers

Stand Up

7" | 2023 | EU | Original (Lowlow)

Release: 2023 / EU – Original

Genre: Reggae & Dancehall

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7" | 2023 | EU | Original (Infinite Density)

Chazbo / Jah Schulz

Stories

Release: 2023 / EU – Original

Genre: Reggae & Dancehall

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Sly & Robbie / The Roots Radics

The Dub Battle Blue Vinyl Edition

2LP | 2023 | EU | Original (Dubshot)

26,99 €*

Release: 2023 / EU – Original

Genre: Reggae & Dancehall

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Some Having A Bawl / Whip Them

The Pioneers

7" | 1968 | UK | Reissue (Harlem Shuffle)

LP | 2023 | EU | Original (Chapter Two)

Release: 1968 / UK – Reissue

Genre: Reggae & Dancehall

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This is the first re-release on 7inch vinyl single of the super rare killer single by The Pioneers released in 1968 on Amalgamated Records in Jamaica and on Doctor Bird in the U.K. that same year.

Attention: This is a special limited edition - strictly limited to 500 copies - one release only.

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Inna De Yard

Release: 2023 / EU – Original

Genre: Reggae & Dancehall

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Tape | 2023 | UK | Original (Accidental Meetings)

Oko DJ

Amx006 Mixtape

16,99 €*

Jodie / Floyd James & The Gts

Release: 2023 / UK – Original

Genre: Hip Hop, Rock & Indie, Electronic & Dance, Reggae & Dancehall

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OKO DJ’s first mixtape, landing on Accidental Meetings. 90 minutes of head banging rock & metal, screwed up saxophone & weirdo dub.

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I'm Not Your Fool / Johnnie's Blues

14,44 €* 16,99 € -15%

Release: 2023 / UK – Original

Genre: Reggae & Dancehall

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7" | 2023 | UK | Reissue (Archive)

African Brothers

Lead Us Father / Version

Release: 2023 / UK – Reissue

Genre: Reggae & Dancehall

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LP | 2023 | JP | Original (Drum & Bass)

Reggae Funkyfied

Lovers Rock Revisited Volume 1

Release: 2023 / JP – Original

Genre: Reggae & Dancehall

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"Reggae Funkyfied" is a new series compiling soulful, funky and disco style reggae from Mid 70's to Late 80's! The new series includes reggae covers of classic songs by Barry White, Ohio Players, McFadden & Whitehead, The Temptations, etc., familiar to soul and rare groove fans, and the rare lovers' rock "Lot Of Love - Sheila Hylton" and other sexy crossover reggae 12-tracks that will heat up the floor. These are not just easy covers that are simply backed by soul, but excellent arrangements that showcase the abilities of the producers and musicians of the time, and crossover tastes that successfully incorporate the trends of the time, such as funk and new wave.

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Neville King & Friends

LP | 2023 | JP | Original (Drum & Bass)

LP | 2023 | UK | Original (Ariwa)

Release: 2023 / JP – Original

Genre: Reggae & Dancehall

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A gem of a lovers rock compilation spotlighting the UK's master producer, Neville King. "lovers Rock Revisited" is a new compilation series selected by Zunggu Zunggu, author of "lovers Rock Record Guide (Rittor Music)"! The first volume spotlights Neville King, a famous UK producer who is indispensable to the genre, and compiles a unique collection of his works from the 70's to the 80's. The album features many of the groups and singers unique to his label, such as One Blood, Blood Sisters, and Karen Dixon. This is a piece of music that is well worth listening to for beginners and experts alike.

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Ranking Ann

Something Fishy Going On

Release: 2023 / UK – Original

Genre: Reggae & Dancehall

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Foundation Roots Showcase

LP | 2023 | UK | Original (Abendigo)

Release: 2023 / UK – Original

Genre: Reggae & Dancehall

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7" | 2023 | UK | Original (Irie Ites)

Sugar Minott / Irie Ites

Watch Dem / Dub

Release: 2023 / UK – Original

Genre: Reggae & Dancehall

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Soothsayers & Victor Rice

Soothsayers Meets Victor Rice And Friends Volume 2

LP | 2023 | UK | Original (Red Earth Music)

23,99 €*

Release: 2023 / UK – Original

Genre: Reggae & Dancehall

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"Volume 2 of this beautiful instrumental Soothsayers series featuring 10-tracks mixed and dubbed by Sao Paolo-based by Grammy-winning bass player/producer Victor Rice (Easy Star All Stars, Skatelites, Cedric Brooks), already popular with UK soundsystems including Channel One, Real Roots Soundsytem
Radio support from:
BBC Radio 1 Xtra - Rodigan
BBC Radio 1 - Rob Da Bank
BBC6 Music - Huey Morgan
Worldwide FM - Gilles Peterson, Colleen Murphy"

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Abram & Néstor

Four Minutes Of Funk

16,99 €*

Release: 2023 / UK – Original

Genre: Reggae & Dancehall

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I Like It (Lovers Reggae Mix) / I Like It

Mariko Ide

7" | 2024 | JP | Original (Jet Set)

Tape | 2024 | JP | Original (Cmt)

Release: 2024 / JP – Original

Genre: Reggae & Dancehall

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Mariko Ide, whose emotional and transparent voice has captivated the world, sings a Lovers & Bossa cover of DeBarge's signature song, cut as a single from the Cafe Music compilation album!

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Natsu Summer

Orange Airmail

22,99 €*

12" | 2024 | UK | Original (WhoDemSound)

Release: 2024 / JP – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves, Reggae & Dancehall

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City Pop / Reggae singer "Natsu Summer" releases new album in 2024! Produced by Cunimondo Takiguchi from Ryusenkei. Natsu Summer's latest release is a blend of danceable lovers' rock and soothing city pop, with ama-piano rhythms and steppers. Produced by Cunimondo Takiguchi of Ryusenkei, the album is not just reggae or city pop, but also throws out some new ideas. The cover of a hidden Japanese Lovers Rock song from the 90's, which is not easily released on record due to rights issues, is sure to attract attention!

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Dub Vizir

Dub Vizir EP

Release: 2024 / UK – Original

Genre: Electronic & Dance, Reggae & Dancehall

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Himitsu No Kakera (The Fragment Of A Secret)

Izumi Meets Hummingbird

7" | 2024 | JP | Original (Izumi)