Back catalogue: Klassiker/Ska

Cat: OGR 835. Rel: 22 Nov 22

Dave Barker - "Peace Of Mind" (3:20)

The Regulators - "Jamaican Beat" (3:06)

Review: Dave Barker of 'Double Barrel' fame is back on the mix here for the Original Gravity label. This is the second form the many in as many months and is on the faster end of the reggae tempo scale so prepare to be swept up and skanking in no time. The lo-fi 60s reggae and early ska vibes are strong on this one as the dancing Hammond organ chords compliment Barker's effortless flow. Horn stabs and drums with infectious swagger complete the a-side 'Peace of Mind'. On the flip, The Regulators offer up a nice and laidback, deep-cut dub version with 'Jamaican beat.'

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Dave BARKER / WOODFIELD RD ALLSTARS / MELBOURNE DOUGLAS

Reggae Dynamite Vol 4 (7")

Cat: OGR 846. Rel: 10 May 23

Dave Barker - "Move It On Now" (3:28)

Woodfield Rd Allstars - "San Salvario Stomp" (2:24)

Woodfield Rd Allstars - "Norwegian Wood" (2:37)

Melbourne Douglas - "Wheel & Come Again" (3:16)

Review: The Original Gravity label's Reggae Dynamite series sure is packed full of dance floor heat. This fourth volume turns up the temperature once more, starting with Dave Barker's 'Move It On Now' with spoken word mic work over a guitar laced riddim. Woodfield Rd Allstars bring plenty of big horn energy and hints of ska to their 'San Salvario Stomp' then appear again on the flip with the organ-lead sounds of mid tempo wobbler 'Norwegian Wood'. Melbourne Douglas completes the picture with 'Wheel & Come Again', another raw as you like and classic sound.

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BEATCONDUCTOR

Finger On The Trigger (hand-stamped 7")

GATT US

Cat: GATT 002. Rel: 11 May 23

Finger On The Trigger (4:37)

Crazy In Kingston (7 Inch rework) (4:04)

Review: On the second volume in the GATT edits series, Swedish scalpel fiend Beatconductor once again pairs a previously unheard rework with something sought-after from his catalogue. In the latter category you'll find flipside 'Crazy in Kingston', an early noughties mash-up that adds Beyonce's superb lead vocals (and Jay-Z's on-point rap verse) from the peerless 'Crazy in Love' with a dusty old reggae riddim. It's a simple idea, beautifully executed. The brand-new (or at least previously unheard) cut this time around is 'Finger on the Trigger', a lolloping, life-affirming tweak of a 1970s dancefloor soul number that sits somewhere between the stomping heaviness of Detroit Soul and the proto-disco deliciousness of Philly Soul.

Tags: Soul Disco | Reggae Disco | Jamaican

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The BLEECHERS

Come Into My Parlour (reissue) (7")

Bunny Lee/Dub Store Japan

Cat: HSRSS 0010. Rel: 17 Dec 21

Come Into My Parlour (3:01)

Check Him Out (2:27)

Review: Rocksteady era combo The Bleechers put out a lot of music in a short period of time, with the entirety of their bustling catalogue recorded and released between 1968 and'71. For much of that period they were associated with the Upsetter himself, the late Lee 'Scratch' Perry, and it's two of his productions for the act that are showcased on this Harlem Shuffle 7". Originally released via Upsetter Records in 1969, and tricly to find ever since, 'Come Into My Parlour' is a jaunty, organ-rich affair in which soulful vocals and heady Hammond licks rise above a classic, late-60s Upsetter groove. B-side 'Check Him Out' is equally as alluring, with an arguably stronger vocal and more prominent guitar licks replacing the pair's favoured Hammond B3.

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BOOKER GEE

Pop Corn (7")

HMV Japan

Cat: HR7S 187. Rel: 20 Nov 20

Pop Corn (2:53)

Granny Scratch Scratch (3:58)

Review: Contemporary Hammond B3 maestro Booker Gee (real name Guillaume Metenier) has delivered some seriously good slabs over the last couple of years, and this wholehearted tribute to the JB's could well be the best of the lot. 'Popcorn' is a sparse but seriously heavy deep funk cut, with Metenier's inspired Hammond licks and solos riding a sweaty, break-fuelled groove courtesy of acclaimed modern funk multi-instrumentalist Slikk Tim. Over on the flip, the French musician and producer gives his interpretation of Sound Dimension's 'Granny Snatch', delivering a cosmic funk take full of weighty bass, flanged guitars, jazzy solos and deliciously dubbed-out sounds. It's not quite as instantly accessible as 'Popcorn', but it is certainly equally as potent.

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BOOKER GEE

Out In The Rain (limited 7")

Iroko Japan

Cat: BB 104. Rel: 20 Nov 20

Out In The Rain (3:50)

Out In The Rain (version) (3:55)

Review: Guillaume Metenier is Booker Gee, a master edit maker and studio wizard who has made his name with some much wanted work on Lucien Entertainment as well as more than once on this label. His second release this month is a trip into the world of ska. 'Out In The Rain' is a perfect sweet spot between rolling reggae rhythms, warm organ chords and skipping kicks. The mood is sensuous and inviting as Gee blends sweet soul with playful funk. The version is only a subtle rework, resining plenty of the charm and allure of the original.

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BRO DAVID

Bro David Remixes (12")

Cultures Of Soul US

Cat: COS 50912. Rel: 23 Oct 19

Dancin' (Sol Power All Stars remix) (5:41)

Experience (DJ Duckcomb Discomix) (5:27)

Cungo Music (Heat-Wave edit) (6:25)

Sunshine (Justin Van Der Volgen version) (5:05)

Review: Boston's Cultures Of Soul present some edits here of underrated Belizean artist Bredda "David" Obi whose musical style known as "Kungo Muzik" mixes key flavours from his home with reggae and calypso to rock and funk to formulate a modern tropical style. Years later, DJs and record collectors found his music in basements of record stores in Los Angeles and Brooklyn - some of which are featured here. Sol Power All-Stars will get you stoned into the groove with their acid-inflected rework of "Dancin'", L.A.'s DJ Duckcomb works the original's lo-slung dub influence on "Experience" while the ever reliable Justin Van Der Volgen similarly accentuates the reggae swagger of "Sunshine". A tribute to a legend!

Tags: Reggae Disco

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Cedric Im BROOKS / SOUND DIMENSION

Mun Dun Go (12")

Soul Jazz

Cat: SJR 48012. Rel: 03 Nov 22

Cedric Im Brooks - "Mun Dun Go" (3:15)

Sound Dimension - "Heavy Rock" (2:56)

Review: Here's a killer reissue from the Soul Jazz archives which is finally getting a repress. It's hardly surprising when the reissue becomes as sought after as the holy grail original jam from 1970, a sublime instrumental anthem of soulful, skanking perfection with Cedric Im Brooks flexing his sax in glorious style over a beautifully rough n' ready rhythm. It was shortly after this recording was laid down Brooks went on to form The Mystic Revelation of Rastafari with Count Ossie, which tells you all you need to know about the heritage we're dealing with here.

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Dennis BROWN / AZUL / JAY GLASS DUBS

Milk & Honey (remastered) (limited 12")

Wise (reggae)

Cat: WR 002V. Rel: 09 Jun 22

Dennis Brown - "Milk & Honey" (2:45)

Azul - "Bitter Sweet" (3:05)

Jay Glass Dubs - "Milk & Honey" (dub) (5:37)

Review: Dennis Brown serve dup a real roots classic when he penned 'Milk and Honey.' It is a dub that still does damage and so has had a nice fresh reamster for 2022. It's an enduring anthem with plenty of praise for Jah. The prodigal comes with Clive Hunt's original 'Bitter Sweet' dub which he made under his Azul moniker. It's full of echoing synths and head melting pads as well as cavernous bass depths. On the B side, Jay Glass Dubs tackles the original with a warped sense of space and time as he deconstructs contemporary dub into something all new. This is a limited-edition white label vinyl 12" so snap it up fast.

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Robert Dubwise BROWNE

Tracks Of Love (clear vinyl 7")

Vortex Japan

Cat: VR 08. Rel: 16 Mar 22

Tracks Of Love (3:56)

Tracks Of Love (dub Guitar) (3:55)

Review: Robert "Dubwise" Browne is a skilled musician who can lay down perfect basslines, lovely keyboard overdubs and excite drum programming. H does all that and more on this super laidback and heartfelt dub for the Japanese label Vortex. 'Tracks of Love' is the sound of a lazy afternoon walk in the park with a new love, without a care in the world and hearts in your eyes. The Balearic guitar solo that rings out midway through is utterly soul melting. The guitar dub makes even more of that aspect of the original.

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BUNNY SCOTT

Kinky Fly (7")

Freestyle

Cat: FSR 7092. Rel: 20 Jan 22

Kinky Fly (2:40)

Sweet Loving Love (2:56)

Review: This is a crucial 45 from Freestyle Records which separates out two tracks from their recent Bunny Scott reissue project. It is a brilliant showcase of Scott's early-Black Ark debut LP with Blaxploitation-influenced funk track 'Kinky Fly' kicking off. It has backing band members from The Chi-Lites' on board as well as a nice horn section and Chinna Smith's wah-wah guitar. The whole thing is overdubbed with synths to add to the mood. 'Sweet Loving Love' is more upbeat, with sunny towlines and rolling rhythms.

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Cornell CAMPBELL

Jah Jah Me Horn Yah (7")

Cat: DSRBL 702. Rel: 16 Jun 16

Jah Jah Me Horn Yah (2:22)

My Baby Just Care For Me (2:46)

Review: During the 1970s, Cornell Campbell made some fantastic records with producer Bunny Lee. 'My Baby Just Care For Me', a favourite amongst the lovers rock-powered 1970s blues party scene in London, is undoubtedly one of their best joint efforts. The riddim is loose and languid, the added piano solos pleasingly expressive and jangling, and Campbell soulful lead vocal tterly beguiling. Chunkier, more dancefloor-friendly roots reggae vibes are the order of the day on flipside cut 'Jah Jah He Morn Ya', where Campbell's vocal improvisation between verses add even more energy to an already heavyweight jam. In a word: essential.

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Desmond CHAMBERS

Haly Gully (12")

Kalita

Cat: KALITA 12018. Rel: 22 Oct 21

Haly Gully (version) (4:19)

Haly Gully (Toby Tobias version) (9:18)

The Morning Show (3:53)

The Morning Show (instrumental) (3:56)

Haly Gully (unreleased version) (4:29)

Review: The hard-digging record fiends at Kalita are back with more brilliance. This one is the first-ever retrospective of work by Jamaican-born artist Desmond Chambers. The first tine is a proudly politically aware tune previously only avialbel on his 1987 album Tiger Born, while the single 'The Morning Show' has before now only been available as the B side of little known single 'I Have Seen Love In Your Eyes.' The two other tracks are mega cult, hugely loved acid-infused dub snakers with boogie-infused rhythms. Original copies will cost you a huge amount so make sure you snap this one up asap.

Tags: Disco Funk | Dub Reggae | Jamaican | Caribbean

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The COBBS

Joe Gibbs Mood (7")

Cat: HSRSS 0007. Rel: 28 May 21

Joe Gibbs Mood (2:54)

Hot Buttered Corn (3:14)

Review: Harlem Shuffle Records' mission is to legitimately reissue killer 60s and 70's tracks and it sticks to that mantra here. This tidy 7" heads all the way back to 1969 for The Cobb's 'Joe Gibbs Mood', which was procured by the eponymous Joe Gibbs, who grew up in Montego Bay then Kingston, and brings all those reggae flavours to this tune. The earthy riffs, organ leads, wobbling drums all get you deep in the riddim. On the flip is 'Hot Buttered Corn', a busier and more upbeat version that has those shimmering organs front and centre in the mix.

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Rhoda DAKAR

I Don't Mind (dusty pink vinyl 7")

Sunday Best

Cat: SBESTS 337. Rel: 15 Feb 24

I Don't Mind (3:20)

Dub Don't Mind (3:14)

Review: 2Tone icon Rhoda Dakar is back on suitably dusty pink vinyl 7" given that it drops the day after Valentine's Day. This one is another reggae-infused cover following the success of her latest album, 'Version Girl.' 'I Don't Mind' was originally penned by Peter Shelley of Buzzcocks but here gets the Rhoda treatment, and is an homage to one of Rhoda's favourite songwriters. It pays tribute to Shelley's songwriting prowess and reflects on an encounter with Shelley in 2015. Dakar's soulful rendition of it means 'I Don't Mind' resonates as a timeless tribute.

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DAVE & EARNEST

Moving On (7")

Rock A Shacka Japan

Cat: RS7 021. Rel: 16 Jan 23

Moving On (3:57)

Moving On (version) (4:03)

Review: Rock A Shaka is hella busy right now and continues to drop mad heat on a very busy schedule. It is now Dave & Earnest who step up with their unique take on reggae. This one is coloured by disco and boogie with dazzling results. 'Moving On' has big horns over soul-stepping beats and retro 80s drum sounds. The vocals drip with sexiness and a killer bassline finishes in style. The version dials it back to a fleshy dub with the tooting horns left in to get your juices going.

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Carl DAWKINS

I'll Make It Up (7")

Cat: HSRSS 0013. Rel: 17 Jun 22

I'll Make It Up (2:32)

Hot & Sticky (2:29)

Review: The Harlem Shuffle label comes through with another one of its well chosen and crucial 7"s, this time from Carl Dawkins. As always with this label it is a highly sought after tune that was first only ever put out as a B-side to the One Dollar Of Music release. It's a fat and chunky rhythm with rolling drums and earthy acoustic guitars, impassioned vocals from Dawkins and plenty of sunny vibes. On the flip is 'Hot & Sticky' which is a little more upright but just as hot and steamy.

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DAWN PENN / DUB SPECIALIST

No No No (12")

Soul Jazz

Cat: SJR 47712. Rel: 15 Apr 22

Dawn Penn - "No, No, No" (4:26)

Dub Specialist - "No, No, No" (Creator version) (3:09)

Review: Soma sub-label Avoidant Records recently put out a fantastic collection fo electro cuts but it was a digital only release. Now some of the standouts from it get pulled together on this fresh new 12"that joins the dots between Europe and Detroit. DJ Godfather kicks off with some rapid fire 313 electro, squirrelling bass and slick claps then 'One Direct Line' from The Exaltics is more cosmic and blissed out with lush ambient synths. On the flip, Flug goes hard with mad digital patterns and Blaktony layers up jacking drums, corrugated bass and dark hits. Great stuff.

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George DEKKER / HORUS ALL STARS

Sinner Man (7")

Horus

Cat: HRV 124. Rel: 10 Jan 22

George Dekker - "Sinner Man" (2:44)

Horus All Stars - "Reap What You Sow" (dub) (2:45)

Review: The Horus label's All Stars production outfit serves up some super fresh roots tunes here with plenty of early 70s influences. The a-side original 'Sinner Man' features vocals from former Pioneers singer George Dekker. His carefree style brings a real innocence as he muses on "using the bible as a tool to catch the fool." The rhythms are pure bait with natty guitar riffs just hanging in the air and noodling keys worked in deep. Flip it over for a dub version that is heavy on the knob twiddles and studio effects.

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George DEKKER / THE INN HOUSE CREW / OXMAN

Nana (Record Store Day RSD 2021) (limited 7")

Room In The Sky

Cat: MBX 152. Rel: 21 Jun 21

George Dekker & The Inn House Crew - "Nana" (3:28)

The Inn House Crew, George Dekker & Oxman - "It Sweet SA" (feat Vin Gordon) (3:26)

Review: George Dekker was a founding member of The Pioneers, a hit reggae group who'd plenty of UK chart success with big tunes like 'Long Shot Kick de Bucket,' 'Let Your Yeah be Yeah' and 'Sweet Inspiration'. Here, for a special Record Store Day 20210 release, we get a remake of 1968 tunes 'Nana.' It first came on the Trojan label and is a highly sought after original that fetches plenty. It's a super sweet tune with lazy horns and a swaggering riddim. On the backside is a version with MC the Oxman and legendary Studio One and Bob Marley trombonist Vin Gordon. This one is a sympathetic version that only tweaks the signal a little.

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Melbourne DOUGLAS / THE REGULATORS

Dakota (7")

Cat: OGR 814. Rel: 14 Sep 21

Melbourne Douglas - "Dakota" (4:43)

The Regulators - "Dakota" (4:33)

Review: Original Gravity Records turn out the essential 45s like no body's business. Next ump for the vital label is a brace of covers from The Regulators. It is one of two new 7"s they have out right now and is limited to just 50 copies. It carries on from previous releases with Melbourne Douglas and The Regulators covering tunes with an early reggae, Britpop style. The vocals here from a certain indie band get re-sung and reframed. They passionate and singable, with a natty reggae beat and nice warm chords. The flip side is a dub for those who like it that way.

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Donnoya DRAKE / WOODFIELD RD ALLSTARS

Only You (7")

Cat: OGR 829. Rel: 10 Aug 22

Donnoya Drake - "Only You" (4:05)

Woodfield Rd Allstars - "Shake Up The Dance" (2:52)

Review: The Original Gravity label is at it once again, combing through hidden pockets to serve up the finest nuggets from bygone days. The label is on a shuffling reggae tip this time around, with their latest single headed up by Lonnoya Drake singing a snappy version of the sentimental soul classic, 'Only You'. It's infectious dancefloor magic with heart to match its heat, setting up nicely for the heads-down get-down of 'Shake Up The Dance' by Woodfield Road All Stars. This sharp-shooting outfit lay down a killer instrumental with a nagging skank and some heavy-vibing organ lines sure to get the dance juiced up good and proper.

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Alton ELLIS / THE FLAMES / TYRONE EVANS

If I Could Rule The World (7")

Duke

Cat: TIEU 022. Rel: 16 Mar 21

Alton Ellis & The Flames - "If I Could Rule The World" (with Tommy McCook & The Supersonics) (2:25)

Tyrone Evans - "If This World Were Mine" (with Tommy McCook & The Supersonics) (2:19)

Review: Alton Nehemiah Ellis was known as Mr Soul of Jamaica thanks to the hugely expressive voice he was gifted with. He also had a fine knack for writing great songs and always brought real emotions to his work. That is typified here as he linked with The Flames as well as Tommy McCook & The Supersonics for the buttery smooth and impassioned 'If I Could Rule The World' with its natty riffs, swaggering drums and of course golden vocals. Tyrone Evans takes acre of the flip with a version that is more upbeat and optimistic as a result.

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Roy ELLIS / WOODFIELD RD ALLSTARS

Skankin' On The Moon (limited 7")

Cat: OGR 826. Rel: 14 Sep 22

Roy Ellis - "Rudy Skankin' On The Moon" (4:05)

Woodfield Rd Allstars - "Moonwalkin'" (4:06)

Review: Original rudeboy Roy Ellis is best known for his Symarip association. Here he's back with an all-new 7" that shows he is still on top of his game. 'Rudy Skankin' On The Moon' actually first dropped as a set of vocals by Melbourne Douglas on Original Gravity's Reggae Dynamite Vol. 2. Now it comes as a sequel to 'Skinhead Moonstomp' which was an OG skinhead reggae anthem by Ellis's Symarip. It's a timeless sound with all the swagger you would expect, great vocals and plenty of Hammond organ action. Flip it over for an early reggae version by the Woodfield Rd Allstars.

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Dean FRASER / ROBERT DUBWISE BROWNE

Mister Magic (clear vinyl 7")

Vortex Japan

Cat: VR 09. Rel: 31 Oct 22

Mister Magic (4:27)

Mister Magic (dub version) (4:29)

Review: This Japanese import on Vortex Records offers a brilliant disco-reggae version of a classic tune by Dean Fraser & Robert "Dubwise" Browne. 'Mister Magic' is a mid-paced chugger with oodles of reverb and bass so funky it will tie you in knots. The acoustic guitar melodies are warm and slide up and down the scale and big horns add flesh and fun. On the flip it is dubbed out to the max, with endless hissing hi-hat tails and mind-melting bass but the same sense of playful and bubbling funk. A real scorcher for sure.

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The GAYLADS

Wha She Do Now (7")

Only Roots

Cat: OR 126. Rel: 14 Apr 21

Wha She Do Now (2:09)

I Love The Reggae (2:49)

Review: Only Roots Records continues to delve into the bulging vaults of Randy's Records, an imprint set up by producer Vincent Chin. He's naturally at the controls on this two-tracker by long-serving Jamaican vocal group the Gaylads. Both cuts date from 1970, though for one reason or another they were never given a commercial release. A-side 'Wha Sha Do Now' is a sweet rocksteady number in which the group's harmonic, rhythm & blues-influenced vocals rise above a fine rhythm rich in Hammond organ and deep bass. Arguably even better is flipside 'I Love The Reggae', a fuzzier and more up-tempo celebration of reggae culture that has all the makings of a future scene anthem.

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The GAYLADS / KEN BOOTHE

Let's Fall In Love (7")

Rock A Shacka Japan

Cat: RS7 009. Rel: 04 Oct 22

The Gaylads - "Let's Fall In Love" (2:36)

Ken Boothe - "Can't You See" (2:56)

Review: Another Studio One classic reissued by Rock A Shaka. Ken Boothe's 'Can't You See' goes hand-in-hand with The Gaylads' 'Let's Fall In Love'. Both are rocksteady rarities to die for, and belong together on this Japanese 45s reissue.

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GRANDMAGNETO / BLUNDETTO

Everybody's Talkin (7")

Big Single

Cat: BIGS 1007. Rel: 20 Nov 07

Grandmagneto - "Everybody's Talkin"

Blundetto - "Echoes Of My Mind"

Review: GrandMagnetto, masters of skanking pop reggae covers,
return with 'Everybody's Talkin' by Harry Nilsson, off of
the Midnight Cowboy soundtrack. Blundetto transformed
the track into a killer deep dubby hit. Both tracks are storming.

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Marcia GRIFFITHS / DUB SPECIALIST

Feel Like Jumping (12")

Soul Jazz

Cat: SJR 47612. Rel: 21 May 21

Marcia Griffiths - "Feel Like Jumping" (3:36)

Dub Specialist - "Feel Like Jumping" (part 2) (3:45)

Review: Stone cold classic alert! First released on Studio One back in the late 1970s and a guaranteed reggae floor-filler ever since, 'Feel Like Jumping' is not only one of Coxsone Dodd's most potent productions, but also one of Marcia Griffiths' greatest moments. Now available again on a heavyweight vinyl pressing with extra bass-weight, the track us built around an infectious rhythm, dancing horn riffs, sweet backing vocals and a life-affirming lead vocal from Griffiths' celebrating the sheer joy of dancing. The flipside Dub Specialist revision is superb too - a genuinely bone-shaking, sub-heavy dancefloor dub that places echoing snippets of Griffiths' lead vocal and reverberating horns at the heart of the action.

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Maya HATCH / ROBERT DUBWISE BROWNE

Love Has Found Its Way (limited translucent yellow vinyl 7")

Vortex Japan

Cat: VR 005. Rel: 20 Apr 22

Love Has Found Its Way (4:38)

Love Has Found Its Way (dub vocal) (4:38)

Review: Dennis Brown's 'Love Has Found Its Way' is the subject of this super cover version on Vortex out of Japan. It is Maya Hatch and Robert Dubwise Brownie who are behind it and they bring lush lovers rock vibes and rolling reggae to their unique interpretation. Hayassen is the producer and the a-side version is awash with island chords that ring out over a clam sea and sundown. The fleshy bass and wiggling percussion ensure some nice dancing vibes next to the romantic vocals and the dub side on the flip closes out this crucial import in style.

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The HEPTONES / WOODFIELD RD ALLSTARS

Love Has Really Got A Hold Of Me (limited 7")

Cat: OGR 841. Rel: 15 Feb 23

The Heptones - "Love Has Really Got A Hold Of Me" (3:50)

Woodfield Rd Allstars - "Breezin' Up Brentford Road" (3:44)

Review: If you're reading this you will already be familiar with Jamaican rocksteady and reggae vocal trio The Heptones and their very many lovely tunes. This one with Woodfield Road All Stars is as smooth as they come. 'Love Has Got A Hold Of Me' has slow motion grooves and lazy drums with the most gently persuasive acoustic riffs next to soul drenched and warm vocals. On the flipside is 'Breezin' Up Brentford Road' which has some lovely hammond organ vibes and an evn more laid back swagger to it.

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INOKASHIRA RANGERS

Pacific (7" + MP3 download code)

Cat: PARK 1047. Rel: 17 Oct 22

Pacific (3:12)

Strings Of Life (3:27)

Review: Inokashira Rangers are world-renowned for their abilities in covering some of the world's best-known songs in the modes of ska and reggae, with versions of 'Smells Like Teen Spirit', 'Creep' and 'I'm Not In Love', all laid to sweet 7", dominating stores in recent years. Now the Japanese covertones throw a curveball, for once reworking some honoured dance music cuts. 808 State's 'Pacific State' and Derrick May's 'Strings Of Life' get a thorough skinhead reggae re-examining.

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INOKASHIRA RANGERS

Smells Like Teen Spirit (reissue) (7" + insert + MP3 download code)

Cat: PARK 1045. Rel: 19 Jul 22

Smells Like Teen Spirit (3:17)

Summer Madness (4:03)

Review: Japanese outfit Inokashira Rangers are the world's finest group of Hammond-heavy reggae cover version maestros. They turn their hands to a range of stone cold Western classics and always bring a little sense of fun to their versions. Here it is Nirvana's Smells 'Like Teen Spirit' which they tackle and it is a much loved cut that always sells out, so now gets a reissue. On the flip side is the equally brillaint but more comic 'Summer Madness' with its pillowy drums and liquid synths. A left of centre brace of tunes but essential none the less.

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INOKASHIRA RANGERS

Creep (7" + MP3 download code)

Cat: PARK 1048. Rel: 17 Oct 22

Creep (3:23)

I'm Not In Love (3:29)

Review: Inokashira Rangers are kwon around the world as a legendary group of Hammond-heavy reggae masters with a fine knack for laying down big cover versions. Their take on 'Smells Like Teen Spirit' was recently reissued to great acclaim recently and now we get two more gems. First is Radiohead's 'Creep' which has haunting leads and echoing pads capturing the freaky vibe of the original. There is a more laidback vibe on the flip with 'I'm Not In Love' which has noodling synths and lazy drum loops sinking you in deep.

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INOKASIRA RANGERS

25 Miles (7" + MP3 download code)

Cat: PARK 1039. Rel: 08 Jun 21

25 Miles (3:25)

It's A Shame (4:18)

Review: Over the last decade, Inokashira Rangers have proved that you can turn pretty much any track - whether it's a TV theme tune, rave banger or grunge classic - into a reggae or rocksteady gem if you know what you're doing. They're at it again on their latest "45", which opens with a storming, largely instrumental reggae-soul version of Edwin Starr's 1968 soul classic '25 Miles'. Their version - full of reverb-laden drums, fuzzy organ motifs, mazy solos, warming bass and JB's guitars - is naturally hugely different to Starr's version, but recognisably the same song. Their flipside take on Spinners' classic 'It's a Shame' is rather more difficult, with the trio slowing it down to a skanking reggae crawl while retaining the familiar melodic refrain.

Gespielt von: Mukatsuku Records Chart, Voodoocuts, I Love 45's!, Dynamite Cuts

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JAH' MILA / DJ MOVES

Special Love (limited 7")

Black Buffalo Canada

Cat: BBR 043. Rel: 16 May 22

Jah Milla - "Special Love" (3:22)

DJ Move - "Special Love" (version) (3:19)

Review: vBlack Buffalo's beefy reggae offerings are irresistibly tasty and this new Special Love 7" is a limited offering from the upcoming DJ Moves album. For special love he links up with 'Jah'Mila' which mixes classic rhythms with some crisp drums and steely digital dub aesthetics. The vocal brings a fresh approach as it twists and turns in emotive fashion. DJ Move goes solo for the flip side instrumental and works the mixing board hard, with spaced out effects and plenty of headiness. It's a great taster for the album ahead.

Gespielt von: Juno Recommends Reggae

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JUNIOR DELL & THE D LITES

Twenty Flight Ska (reissue) (7" limited to 250 copies)

Cat: OCR 815R. Rel: 29 Jan 24

Twenty Flight Ska (2:57)

Orange Street Breakdown (2:43)

Review: London reggae band Junior Dell & The D-Lites are mainstays of the Original Gravity label, which really knows its stuff when it comes to old school cool. Many of their greatest tunes have all been repressed and reissued over the years and this is the next one to get its moment in the sun. 'Twenty Flight Ska' has a nice rough edge and ska-styled horns with languid rhymes up top and liquid bass down ow. On the flip is 'Orange Street Breakdown' which is even more laidback, relaxed and sunny in its disposition.

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JUNIOR DELL & THE D LITES

See You Later Alligator (limited 7")

Cat: OGR 844. Rel: 01 Mar 23

See You Later Alligator (3:23)

In A While Crocodile (3:27)

Review: Junior Dell & The Delights are back with a mighty fine new single that comes imbued with plenty of proper good old school ska and reggae values. It's an upbeat rhythm that will get you on your toes with its energetic horns and riffs, swaggering drums and superb vocal work. On the flip of this limited 7" is, of course, 'In A While Crocodile'. It's a continuation of the a-side with just as much swagger and energy. Both tunes are essential and mark another fine drop from this great modern day outfit.

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LLOYD & GLEN

That Girl (7")

Cat: HRSS 0009. Rel: 10 Sep 21

That Girl (2:24)

You Got Me Going (2:40)

Review: Standby for some more classic ska from the good folks at Harlem Shuffle. This reissue is of an essential double sider that first landed on Crystal in 1967. Crystal was owned by Jamaican producer Derrick Harriott, who also produced both of these great tunes. As well as his rolling rhythm and essential horn sounds, the tunes have outstanding vocals from the duo of Lloyd and Glen. 'That Girl' is a red hot jam that is very hard to find and super expensive if you do. On the flip, Lloyd and Glen serve up a love song with aching vocals and more big horns. An essential 7" by any measure.

Gespielt von: Juno Recommends Reggae

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MAROON TOWN

Bullit (7" limited to 250 copies)

Cat: OGR 809. Rel: 28 Jul 21

Bullit (2:50)

Masekela Skank (3:39)

Review: London based multi-racial 8-piece Maroon Town formed 30 years ago. Their impact was immediate as they were the first collective to mix up ska, reggae, funk, hip hop, rap and Latin music. Their fresh sound came with conscious and uplifting lyrics and came with an extra seal of approval thanks to production by John Bradbury of the Specials. The band played all over the world, had tune synched to major Hollywood films and dined deals with Dr Martens. They still play the festival circuit and now comes a reissue of some of their pre-2000's material with these two high energy steppers primed and ready to make you move.

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MIKEY GENERAL / EARL MAXTON

It Choose Me (7")

Daptone US

Cat: DAP 1147. Rel: 09 Sep 22

Mikey General - "It Choose Me" (3:14)

Earl Maxton - "Prattle" (3:57)

Review: Victor Axelrod aka Ticklah is the venerated producer beyond this new toast from Jamaican reggae and dancehall singer Mikey General. The pair came together during the pandemic and found plenty of common musical ground as they throw it back to the early 1980s analog rub-a-dub style. The backing track has been used in years gone by but Mikey adds his own spin to it here. He has been a mainstay in the scene since the 1980s and has fans in New York, London and Jamaica. On the flip of this one is an instrumental and dub mix, 'Prattle,' which features keysman Earl Maxton on clavinet.

Gespielt von: Juno Recommends Reggae, Tom Drew

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Michael PAUL

Reggae Music (reissue) (12")

Kalita

Cat: KALITA 12016. Rel: 23 Apr 21

Reggae Music (4:53)

Reggae Music (instrumental) (5:55)

Review: This 12" on Kalita marks first ever official reissue of the highly sought after Michael Paul reggae-soul-disco gem 'Reggae Music.' It is something of a megabit that never was after first coming on the New York-based Revolver Records. Since then it has been hard to find, and even if you do find a copy, many are said to have some real sound quality issues. Either way it is now a bit of a grail for a certain sort of DJ so to have it here, remastered and nice and loud, is big news. As well as the languid and steamy original, there is a killer dub version on the flip.

Tags: Balearic Disco | Reggae Disco

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The PIONEERS / PRINCE DEADLY

Jump Up! (7")