Rastafari Tradition - Deep Roots 1976-1983

 

 Earth's Rightful Ruler Emperor Haile Selassie I

Singers & players of instruments united deep in a rastafari culture... Roots selection from the late 70's & early 80s. Augustus Pablo leads off with the majestic Rastafari Tradition

 

Continuous mix 2 hours

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Features a lot of lesser known artists alongside some underground roots classics. Borrows tracks from the Wiser Dread (Nighthawk 1981), Stages Of Life (All Tone), Unity Is Strength Vol. 2 (Park Heights 1982) & Wanted (Makasound 2004) compilations. Serious David Jahson & Phillip Fraser selection with the Fatman Ridim Section & Freedom Sounds. Excursions on the crucial Captivity/Take 5 riddim from 1979 (Thrillseekers) & Peace Man (Ta-Shi/Cornerstone Church of Music 1978). 12''s from Junior Delahaye (Wackies 1981) & Johnny Clarke (Blackbeard 1970s).

Thanks again kingstonroots.blogspot.com

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The Heptones Keep On Pushing - Tribute

THE HEPTONES - KEEP ON PUSHING

Special tribute on the Rewind Show

www.rastfm.com 22nd Feb 2019

One of the most influencial vocal groups ever, Leroy Sibbles, Earl Morgan and Barry Llewellyn, came together in 1965. They went on to voice a long string of classic hits for Coxsone Dodd up to 1971 in rocksteady and then reggae styles. The 1st half of this mix is pure Studio One.

 The trio went on to record essential LPs with, among others, Harry J's, Lee Perry, Niney the Observer & Joe Gibbs right through the 70s. Leroy Sibbles eventually left the Heptones to pursue a solo career in 1978 so roots man Naggo Morris was invited to step up & join the group. Their last really big hit came in 1980 - Mr Ska Bean'a with Alton Ellis - a massive tune!

 

Continuous mix. 2 hours

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