The High Note Mento Collection (3 Original Albums)

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The High Note Mento Collection (3 Original Albums)

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Details / Tracklist: Disc 01
MP3 Audio listen now for free 01. King Vupp "Calypso rock"
MP3 Audio listen now for free 02. King Vupp "A lie dem a tell"
MP3 Audio listen now for free 03. King Vupp "Rucumbine"
MP3 Audio listen now for free 04. King Vupp "Dread in a Babylon"
MP3 Audio listen now for free 05. King Vupp "Sailor man"
MP3 Audio listen now for free 06. King Vupp "African book"
MP3 Audio listen now for free 07. King Vupp "Greenfield Hotel"
MP3 Audio listen now for free 08. King Vupp "Bamboo bed"
MP3 Audio listen now for free 09. King Vupp "Funeral"
MP3 Audio listen now for free 10. King Vupp "Up tight Saturday night"
MP3 Audio listen now for free 11. Jolly Boys, The "Jamaica farewell"
MP3 Audio listen now for free 12. Jolly Boys, The "Club Caribbean"
MP3 Audio listen now for free 13. Jolly Boys, The "Big fat wife"
MP3 Audio listen now for free 14. Jolly Boys, The "I know you're a child"
MP3 Audio listen now for free 15. Jolly Boys, The "Dip and fall back"
MP3 Audio listen now for free 16. Jolly Boys, The "Hurry up"
MP3 Audio listen now for free 17. Jolly Boys, The "Sarah"
MP3 Audio listen now for free 18. Jolly Boys, The "The river has come down"
MP3 Audio listen now for free 19. Jolly Boys, The "Love one another"
MP3 Audio listen now for free 20. Jolly Boys, The "The beautiful garden"
MP3 Audio listen now for free 21. Sugar Belly "Easy minto"
MP3 Audio listen now for free 22. Sugar Belly "Rucumbine (Instrumental)"
MP3 Audio listen now for free 23. Wisdom & The All Stars "Lizard in bed"
MP3 Audio listen now for free 24. Ellis, Bobby & The Soul Syndicate "Ali"

Disc 02

MP3 Audio listen now for free 01. Prince Brothers, The "Ram jam (LP Mix)"
MP3 Audio listen now for free 02. Prince Brothers, The "Hold him Joe"
MP3 Audio listen now for free 03. Prince Brothers, The "Come back to me"
MP3 Audio listen now for free 04. Prince Brothers, The "Sweet Jamaica"
MP3 Audio listen now for free 05. Prince Brothers, The "There goes the bells of old"
MP3 Audio listen now for free 06. Prince Brothers, The "Fi me something"
MP3 Audio listen now for free 07. Prince Brothers, The "Gal and boy"
MP3 Audio listen now for free 08. Prince Brothers, The "Everybody wining their body"
MP3 Audio listen now for free 09. Prince Brothers, The "It's too late"
MP3 Audio listen now for free 10. Prince Brothers, The "My heart cries out"
MP3 Audio listen now for free 11. Prince Brothers, The "Jeremiah"
MP3 Audio listen now for free 12. Prince Edwards "Dance with a chinaman"
MP3 Audio listen now for free 13. Aston & The Fugitives "Queenie darling"
MP3 Audio listen now for free 14. Lasher, Count "Ring ding '67"
MP3 Audio listen now for free 15. Moore, Marva "Great '68"
MP3 Audio listen now for free 16. Aston & YEN "Skillamy"
MP3 Audio listen now for free 17. Dingle Brothers, The "Thank de lard"
MP3 Audio listen now for free 18. Todd, Patsy "Little flea"
MP3 Audio listen now for free 19. Al & The Vibrators "Move up Calypso"
MP3 Audio listen now for free 20. Aston & The Fugitives "Take you meat out de rice"
MP3 Audio listen now for free 21. Lasher, Count "Winnie the whip"
MP3 Audio listen now for free 22. Brooks, Baba & His Band "Party time"
Number of discs: 2
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Extra-Infos: .. Collection / 3 Original Albums Plus Bonus Tracks
Description:â?˘ 36 tracks new to CD â?˘ Three 1970s High Note albums new to CD â?˘ Showcases Jamaicaâ??s most popular mento artists of the 1970s. Over the past few decades, interest in vintage Jamaican mento music has steadily grown, with the genre attracting increasing numbers of fans worldwide. Despite this development, precious little material in the style that was recorded during the Seventies has seen reissue. This 2CD set aims to address that oversight by showcasing three of the most popular mento collections of the decade - all making their long overdue CD debut here. First released on Sonia Pottingerâ??s High Note label between 1976 and 1978, â??King Vuppâ?, â??Live At Club Caribbeanâ? and â??Ram Jamâ? highlight the respective talents of leading Jamaican performers, King Vupp, the Jolly Boys and the Prince Brothers, with the original LP track-listings bolstered by an array of relevant bonus tracks. An immensely enjoyable and enlightening listen, â??The High Note Mento Collectionâ? effectively demonstrates that there was considerably more to the Jamaican music scene of mid-to-the late Seventies than just roots reggae. - .. COLLECTION / 3 ORIGINAL ALBUMS PLUS BONUS TRACKS
Two CDs. UK compilation that showcases Jamaica's most popular mento artists of the 1970s. Over the past few decades, interest in vintage Jamaican mento music has steadily grown, with the genre attracting increasing numbers of fans worldwide. Despite this development, precious little material in the style that was recorded during the Seventies has seen reissue. This set aims to address that oversight by showcasing three of the most popular mento collections of the decade - all making their long overdue CD debut here. First released on Sonia Pottinger's High Note label between 1976 and 1978, "King Vupp", "Live At Club Caribbean" and "Ram Jam" highlight the respective talents of leading Jamaican performers, King Vupp, the Jolly Boys and the Prince Brothers, with the original LP track-listings bolstered by an array of relevant bonus tracks. An immensely enjoyable and enlightening listen, "The High Note Mento Collection" effectively demonstrates that there was considerably more to the Jamaican music scene of mid-to-the late Seventies than just roots reggae.
Expanded Edition. ? 1966-1978 Sanctuary Records Group Ltd., a BMG company. Licensed courtesy of BMG Rights Management (UK) Ltd. Š 2021 Doctor Bird Records, a division of Cherry Red Records, Power Road Studios, 114 Power Road, Chiswick W4 5PY. Manufactured in the EU. www.trojanrecords.com All Tracks new to CD - except Track 2-11, 2-14 to 2-19, 2-21
"The High Note Mento Collection (3 Original Albums)" on CD is a captivating anthology that brings together three classic albums showcasing the vibrant and infectious sounds of mento, Jamaica?s original popular music. This collection features an expertly curated selection of tracks from various artists, offering listeners a rich journey through the roots of Jamaican musical heritage before ska and reggae took center stage. The compilation highlights playful rhythms, witty lyrics, and traditional instrumentation such as banjo, guitar, hand drums, and rumba box?perfect for both seasoned collectors and newcomers eager to explore authentic Caribbean vibes. Released by Cherry Red Records?a renowned UK-based label celebrated for its dedication to reissuing rare gems across genres?this set stands out as an essential addition to any world music library. Cherry Red has built a stellar reputation since 1978 for preserving musical history with high-quality releases spanning rock, punk, soul, reggae, folk and more.
No. of tracks: 49
Manufacturer No.: DBCDD069
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