Vinyl Maxi SOUL JAZZ / INDIGO Release date: 31/Jan/2014
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Sales Rank:
#17 in Ska #3589 in R&B/Soul/Rap
Style:
Ska
Product No.:
1987157404
Details / Tracklist:
1.1 The Eternals Stars
1.2 John Holt Fancy Make Up
1.3 Cecile Campbell Whisper to Me
1.4 The Heptones Party Time
1.5 Gaylands Joy in the Morning
1.6 Marcia Griffiths My Ambition
1.7 The Heptones Love Won't Come Easy
1.8 Alton Ellis Hurting Me
1.9 Wailing Souls Row Fisherman Row
1.10 Ken Boothe Home Home Home
1.11 Jackie Mittoo Our Thing
1.12 Larry Marshall Throw Mi Corn
1.13 Duke Morgan Lick It Back
1.14 Carlton and the Shoes Me and You
1.15 Dennis Brown Easy Take It Easy
1.16 Wailing Souls Pack Up
1.17 Ken Boothe Moving Away
Extra-Infos:
= Rocksteady, Soul And Early Reggae At Studio One =
Description:
Studio One Rocksteady by Various, released 6 February 2014, includes the following tracks: "Cecile Campbell - Whisper To Me", "Gaylands - Joy In The Morning", "The Heptones - Love Wont Come Easy", "Wailing Souls - Row Fisherman Row" and more.
This version of Studio One Rocksteady comes as a 2xLP.
The vinyl is pressed as a opaque disc. Another vinyl is pressed as a opaque disc. - = ROCKSTEADY, SOUL AND EARLY REGGAE AT STUDIO ONE =
Recorded by Jamaica Recording Studio, Kingston, Jamaica.
Housed in a gatefold sleeve. Includes download code.
"Studio One Rocksteady" is a carefully curated vinyl maxi that dives deep into one of Jamaica's most influential musical eras: the transition from ska to rocksteady in the mid-to-late 1960s. As a compilation, this release focuses on the warm, soulful and rhythmically relaxed sound that paved the way for early reggae, with tight vocal harmonies, melodic basslines and stripped-back arrangements. The selection emphasizes timeless cuts from the legendary Studio One catalogue, presenting a stylistic cross-section of rocksteady - from romantic vocal tunes and spiritual grooves to more dancefloor-oriented instrumentals. Pressed on vinyl, this maxi is designed for listeners who appreciate authentic sound, dynamic range and the tactile listening experience of a record, making it suitable both for collectors and DJs who want to bring classic Jamaican vibes into modern sets.
The release is issued by SOUL JAZZ / INDIGO, a team known for high-quality archival work and lovingly compiled retrospectives that introduce foundational genres and labels to new audiences. Soul Jazz Records has built a strong reputation for detailed, genre-defining compilations, often working directly with original archives to present music with respect to its historical context and sound quality, while Indigo acts as a trusted distribution and label partner in the German and European market. Together they stand for thoughtful liner concepts, solid pressing standards and a strong curatorial vision, making "Studio One Rocksteady" not just an entertaining listen but also a compact introduction to a key period in Jamaican music history.
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