Reggae

Buju Banton Upside Down 2020 First LP in 10 Years - Dancehall star enlists John Legend, Pharrell and Stephen Marley for first album since December 2018 prison release.

2020 release. Rebelution is a reggae rock music band formed in Isla Vista, California. Sixteen years into an effervescent career, California reggae band and touring juggernaut Rebelution remains abundantly creative. It's members are as focused and committed as they are easygoing and laid-back. Ever expanding, the Rebelution phenomenon continues to spread good vibes on tour, and in the studio.

This newly remastered version of the best-selling reggae album of all time now features 2 additional bonus tracks. Upgraded packaging features 28 page booklet with lyrics and photos.

BLUE VINYL + BONUS 7". First time on vinyl for 1993 classic from ska originators. Part of the the Shanachie trilogy of 90's albums from legendary Jamaican big band that invented the genre in the early 1960's. Released in 1993, Ska Voovee finds original saxophonist Tommy McCook leading a lineup that includes original members (bassist Lloyd Brevett, drummer Lloyd Knibbs, alto saxophonist Lester Sterling ) alongside newcomers and jazz guests, including trombonist Steve Turre and trumpeter Frank Gordan. This edition of the Skatalites was quite faithful to the band's history, lively instrumentals like "Skamaica" and "Skapan" are instantly recognizable as authentic Skatalites performances. These dozen tunes are solid and engaging, an effort that both die-hard and casual fans will equally enjoy. Blue vinyl LP with bonus "Jamaican Blank" style 45 rpm 7 inch single, released for Record Store Day 2020.

Recorded in London following an attempt on his life, Exodus shows Bob Marley mellowing a bit. Despite some powerful political tracks, Marley adopts a less fiery, more reflective approach than his previous outings. Now available on 180 gram vinyl in original artwork featuring the original gold metallic jacket with embossed lettering.

Deluxe Edition with bonus tracks!

Limited 180gm vinyl LP pressing. Reggae comes in many forms and the music of the Maytals is a seamless blend of reggae and soul. Their second international album In The Dark is a ska/reggae classic that captures the Maytals in their prime. In the Dark's classic status may be assured from their signature song "54-46 Was My Number".

The Specials are one of the defining bands of the late 70’s/early 80’s along with Jerry Dammers iconic label Two Tone Records. Originally formed in 1977, as The Coventry Automatics, The Specials combined Jamaican ska and Rocksteady, mixed with the energy of punk they launched a whole Ska Revival. They also helped likeminded bands such as Madness, The Beat, The Selecter to release their first singles. The Specials released ‘Gangsters’ as their first single in the summer of ’79, quickly releasing the classic singles A Message To You Rudy, Do Nothing and Rat Race. They released their debut album ‘Specials’ in 1979, followed by ‘More Specials’ in 1980. During this time, the band has two UK Number One singles, a live version of ‘Too Much Too Young’ from ‘The Special AKA Live EP’ and the unforgettable ‘Ghost Town’ in the summer of 1981. Jerry Dammers continued as The Special AKA following the departure of band members in late 1981, releasing their third album ‘In The Studio’ which included the iconic single ‘Nelson Mandela’. This 20 track compilation collects all their key singles and album tracks, made available on heavyweight 180g vinyl for the first time.

Vinyl LP pressing. 2020 release. Rebelution is a reggae rock music band formed in Isla Vista, California. Sixteen years into an effervescent career, California reggae band and touring juggernaut Rebelution remains abundantly creative. It's members are as focused and committed as they are easygoing and laid-back. Ever expanding, the Rebelution phenomenon continues to spread good vibes on tour, and in the studio.

Vinyl LP pressing. Re-issued here with original album art, this re-mastered edition of Max Romeo's Revelation Time is rightfully regarded as one of the cornerstones of Jamaican music. Recorded at Randy's Studio 17 and Lee Perry's Black Ark and originally released in 1975 on the Black World imprint from Jamaica, the album was picked by United Artist for US release and later listed in The Rough Guide to Reggae as an essential album for reggae collectors. The album includes the Lee Perry produced classic 'Three Blind Mice" and one of the all-time ganja anthems "A Quarter Pound Of I'Cense" produced by Clive Hunt.

Peter Tosh was a founding member of Jamaican reggae legends the Wailers along with Bob Marley. With his rough-and-tumble sound and image, Tosh gave the early incarnation of the Wailers an edge that was informed by Ska and it's "Rude Boy" lifestyle. In the mid-70's he split from the group and he embarked on a solo career with the pro-marijuana album Legalize It. Unfortunately, in 1987, Tosh was gunned down during an incident at his home in Kingston, ending the life of a reggae innovator.

Five CD set containing a quintet of albums by the reggae legends housed in mini LP sleeves. Features the albums Rastaman Vibrations, Exodus Kaya, Survival and Uprising.

Digitally remastered and expanded edition. Released in 1972, the Junior Byles single 'Beat Down Babylon' provided one of the clearest indications to date of the impending roots sound that would soon dominate reggae. The immense popularity of the Lee 'Scratch' Perry-produced 45, both in Jamaica and the UK, swiftly prompted a best-selling long-player of the same title, issued later that year. Comprising ten of the singer-songwriter's recent recordings for the mighty Upsetter, the LP has since been re-issued on vinyl on a number of occasions, but has never been officially made available on CD until now. Now, at long last, Beat Down Babylon does finally make it onto the format, with the original track-listing bolstered by the remainder of Byles' released work for Perry, which includes numerous Jamaican hits, most notably the 1974 smash, 'Curley Locks'.

Honouring the 35th Anniversary of the extraordinary LEGEND: a 2-LP, 180-gram release of the original ‘BMW1’ version, adding the two original U.K.-only cassette bonus tracks to the vinyl.

Max Romeo is one of the most iconic voices of reggae's golden period. He is still singing and touring internationally in 2020. This collection pays tribute with some of his most iconic songs in collaboration with producer Clive Hunt.

Digitally remastered and expanded two CD edition. Originally released by Creole Records in 1978, Roots, Rock Reggae primarily served as a showcase vehicle for the most recent productions of Phil Mathias and his Big Phil label. Comprising 14 tracks of the highest quality, the album featured some of Jamaica's leading talent, notably the In Crowd, Cornel Campbell, Sugar Minott, Delroy Wilson and Leroy Smart. Released in a number of countries around the globe, the LP proved a best-seller, but despite it's popularity and rich musical content, it subsequently remained unavailable until the early 1990s when it was re-issued in Germany in limited numbers. Now, at long last, this superb collection of high quality roots reggae is made available once more, with it's original track-listing augmented by the best of Mathias's remaining productions from the period.

Double vinyl LP pressing. 2020 release. The Hempolics return with their sophomore album Kiss, Cuddle & Torture: Volume 2. The album follows up on a string of new singles, including upbeat soul and reggae mash 'Play On', the trip-hop meets dub-influenced single, 'Full of Surprises' and the British reggae-funk stomper 'Bongadashi'. The Hempolics' blend of reggae, hip-hop, dancehall and pop. The album is a masterful culmination of The Hempolics musical development, drawing together the strength of their unique influences in what is one of the most captivating releases of the year.

Exodus was remastered from the original two track master tapes. Added to this single disc remastered edition are the bonus tracks " Jamming (long versi on) and " Punky Reggae Party" (long version).

2020 release. After years of anticipation and steadfast meditation this musical message manifested from one who always embraces the calls of nature and the fullness of what the now is unfolding. Together We Stand musically presents to you, from the insight of our own living iconic legend Richie Spice, the love and togetherness of humanity, the protection of nature, the love and respect for women, and advocating for the youths through social welfare and the true teachings of Jah. Richie Spice has never ceased, over the years, to lift the banner for the freeing of the herb (Ganja) and even now that the herb is taking world center stage in medicine, recreation and wealth the singer is still holding the torch. Roots Rock Reggae has made world class appearances by the Greats like Dennis Brown, Peter Tosh, Culture, Jimmy Cliff, Bob Marley and many more. Richie Spice is always on the mission to keep this crucial music alive through the teachings and judgement of the most High and also the encouragement of self value, upliftment, and achievements for Africans at home and abroad and all other people of the world.

2020 release. Hawaiian-bred, California-based band Iration release their seventh studio album Coastin'. Deep-rooted reggae influence fused with elements of rock and pop, Coastin' keeps true to their quintessential smooth sound and Aloha spirit, while paying homage to their diverse musical influences. The 13-track album features special guests Eric Rachmany, Stick Figure, Common Kings and Eli Mac.

Limited 180gm vinyl LP pressing. All the material on Ini Kamoze's Pirate is delivered at an assuredly consistent mid-tempo / head-noddin' pace, and that - along with Kamoze's distinctive mantric-like voice - becomes quite trance-inducing over the course of an entire album.

Limited 180 gram vinyl LP pressing including original artwork. Uprising would be the final studio album featuring Bob Marley & the Wailers to be released during Marley's lifetime. Prophetically, it also contains some of the band's finest crafted material, as if they were cognizant that this would be their final outing. The album's blend of religious and secular themes likewise creates a very powerful and singular quest for spirituality in a material world. Bob Marley was a Jamaican reggae singer, song writer, musician, and guitarist who achieved international fame and acclaim. His music in the 70s established his worldwide reputation and produced his status as one of the world's best-selling artists of all time, with sales of more than 75 million records.

Vinyl LP pressing. Rasta No Pickpocket was released in 1986 and was his last album release, only a few single sides followed. It has been remastered from the original tapes, includes new notes and previously unseen photos by producer Leroy Jodie Pierson. "I am a person who scorn and scoff at suffering-don't like to see it. I personally desire to see righteousness cover the eart' as the way it should be. So then, most of my writing is just based in that channel, you know-to see that these t-ings come to be a reality." -Junior Byles