Released 2002
Shout for Freedom
Jimmy CliffListening to Shout for Freedom by Jimmy Cliff
Album overview Jimmy Cliff's "Shout for Freedom" was released in 1986 under the label CBS Records. The album is a tes…
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Released 1979
Show Case
Johnny ClarkeShow Case: what Johnny Clarke wants you to feel
Show Case- Album Overview "Show Case" is a seminal reggae album by the Jamaican artist Johnny Clarke, released in 197…
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Released 1984
Show-down Vol. 6
Frankie PaulShow-down Vol. 6: discovering Frankie Paul's artistry
Show-down Vol. 6- Album Overview "Show-down Vol. 6," released in 1993, showcases the exceptional talent of Frankie Pa…
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Released 1978
Showcase
Al CampbellAl Campbell returns with Showcase
Showcase- Album Overview Al Campbell, a stalwart of the roots reggae scene, makes a welcome return with his album "Sh…
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Released 1981
Showcase
AswadAswad’s Showcase: A Mixed Bag of Reggae Goodness
Aswad, the iconic British reggae band that has been active since the mid-70s, has been consistently releasing music t…
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Released 1979
Showcase
Black UhuruA closer look at Black Uhuru-Showcase's album Showcase
Album overview Black Uhuru's album "Showcase" was released in 1981 and is a cornerstone of the reggae genre. The albu…
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Released 1984
Showcase
Echo MinottEcho Minott returns with Showcase
Showcase- Album Overview Echo Minott, a prominent figure in the reggae scene, returns with his latest album, "Showcas…
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Released 1980
Showcase
Horace AndyBreaking down the themes in Showcase by Horace Andy
Showcase- Album Overview "Showcase," released in 1971, is a seminal reggae album by the legendary Jamaican artist Hor…
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Released 2003
Showcase
PoleShowcase by Pole: expectations vs reality
Showcase- Album Overview Released in 2021, "Showcase" marks a notable return for the German electronic musician Stefa…
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Released 1979
Showcase / Guess Who's Coming To Dinner / Bla
Black UhuruWhy Black Uhuru's Showcase / Guess Who's Coming To Dinner / Bla matters
Showcase / Guess Who's Coming To Dinner / Bla- Album Overview Black Uhuru's "Showcase / Guess Who's Coming To Di…
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Released 1986
Showdown Vol 8
Frankie PaulInside the atmosphere of Frankie Paul's Showdown Vol 8
Showdown Vol 8- Album Overview "Showdown Vol 8," released in 1991, is a noteworthy album in the canon of reggae and d…
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Released 0
Shut Up Bway
Frankie PaulListening to Shut Up Bway by Frankie Paul
Shut Up Bway- Album Overview Released in 1992, "Shut Up Bway" is a significant entry in the reggae and dancehall genr…
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Released 1992
Sidewalk University
ShineheadSidewalk University: the story Shinehead wants to tell
Sidewalk University- Album Overview Released in 1994, "Sidewalk University" stands as a notable entry in the reggae g…
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Released 1993
Sign
Clock DVAUnpacking Clock DVA-Sign's Sign
Album overview Clock DVA-Sign's album "Sign" was released in 2022 under the label Sonic Groove. This project marks a …
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Released 1980
Signing Off
UB40UB40 experiments boldly on Signing Off
Signing Off- Album Overview Released in 1980, "Signing Off" marks the debut album of British reggae band UB40, introd…
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Released 1988
Signs & Wonders
Junior MurvinSigns & Wonders: what Junior Murvin wants you to feel
Signs & Wonders- Album Overview "Signs & Wonders," released in 2004, is the compelling album from reggae artist J…
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Released 1973
Silver Bullets
The SilvertonesThe Silvertones raises the bar with Silver Bullets
Silver Bullets- Album Overview Released in 2015, "Silver Bullets" marks a significant entry in the discography of The…
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Released 2020
Silver Linings
Less Than JakeIs Silver Linings Less Than Jake's best work yet?
Silver Linings- Album Overview Less Than Jake's album "Silver Linings" was released on December 11, 2020, marking a s…
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Released 2022
Sinai Dub Box
Al CisnerosInside the atmosphere of Al Cisneros's Sinai Dub Box
Sinai Dub Box- Album Overview Released on March 31, 2023, "Sinai Dub Box" is an ambitious project by Al Cisneros, ren…
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Released 2011
Sincere
Anthony ChambersAnthony Chambers raises the bar with Sincere
Sincere- Album Overview Anthony Chambers' album "Sincere," released in 2023 under the label Harmony Records, marks a …
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Released 2003
Sing Our Own Song
Judy MowattReview of Judy Mowatt-Sing Our Own Song – Sing Our Own Song
Album overview Judy Mowatt's album "Sing Our Own Song," released in 1985, is a landmark reggae record that showcases …
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Released 0
Sings Bob Marley
IjahmanAlbum spotlight: Ijahman-Sings Bob Marley – Sings Bob Marley
Album overview Ijahman is a Jamaican reggae artist known for his soulful voice and spiritual lyrics. His album "Sings…
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Released 0
Sings Bob Marley... And Friends
Rita MarleyHow Rita Marley shaped the sound of Sings Bob Marley... And Friends
Sings Bob Marley... And Friends- Album Overview "Sings Bob Marley... And Friends," released in 1991, is a touching tr…
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Released 1962
Sings Cowboy Favorites
Clint EastwoodReview of Clint Eastwood-Sings Cowboy Favorites – Sings Cowboy Favorites
Album overview Clint Eastwood's "Sings Cowboy Favorites," released in 1962, is an album that showcases the legendary …
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Released 2005
Sings for you and I
Horace AndyThe evolution of Horace Andy-Sings for you and I in Sings for you and I
Album overview Horace Andy's "Sings for You and I," released in 1972, is a seminal reggae album that showcases the un…
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Released 2006
Sings Hits Of Bob Marley
Max RomeoListening to Sings Hits Of Bob Marley by Max Romeo-Sings Hits Of Bob Marley
Album overview Max Romeo’s "Sings Hits Of Bob Marley" is an intriguing homage to the legendary reggae artist Bob Marl…
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Released 1975
Sings in Fine Style
Johnny ClarkeAlbum spotlight: Johnny Clarke-Sings in Fine Style – Sings in Fine Style
Album overview Released in 1975, "Sings in Fine Style" is a seminal reggae album by the Jamaican artist Johnny Clarke…
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Released 2002
Sings Rock And Soul
Alton EllisCheck the vibes: Alton Ellis-Sings Rock And Soul – Sings Rock And Soul
Album overview Released in 1971, "Sings Rock And Soul" showcases the legendary Jamaican singer Alton Ellis, known for…
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Released 0
Sings The Blues
YellowmanAlbum spotlight: Yellowman – Sings The Blues
Sings The Blues- Album Overview Yellowman, the iconic Jamaican reggae and dancehall artist, released his album "Sings…
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Released 2004
Sings Tribute To Clement Coxsone Dodd
Al CampbellFrom intro to finale: what Sings Tribute To Clement Coxsone Dodd delivers
Sings Tribute To Clement Coxsone Dodd- Album Overview "Sings Tribute To Clement Coxsone Dodd," released in 2005, is a…
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Released 1980
Sinsemilla
Black UhuruSinsemilla by Black Uhuru: A Critic's Take on the Album
To anyone who has spent even a short amount of time diving into the world of reggae music, you'd have definitely come…
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Released 2008
Sip It Up! (sip A Cup Showcase Vol. 6)
Johnny ClarkeSip It Up! (sip A Cup Showcase Vol. 6): what Johnny Clarke wants you to feel
Sip It Up! (sip A Cup Showcase Vol. 6)- Album Overview Johnny Clarke's "Sip It Up! (sip A Cup Showcase Vol. 6)" is a …
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