Released 2018
Sissel
Keith RoweThe evolution of Keith Rowe in Sissel
Sissel- Album Overview "Sissel," released in 2023, marks a significant chapter in the evolution of Keith Rowe, an art…
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Reviews, context and selected tracks from complete records across the Staimusic archive.
Released 1972
Sister Big Stuff
Prince BusterThe evolution of Prince Buster in Sister Big Stuff
Sister Big Stuff- Album Overview "Sister Big Stuff," released in 1970, is a pivotal album in the discography of legen…
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Released 2001
Sister Nancy Meets Fireproof
Sister NancyListening to Sister Nancy Meets Fireproof by Sister Nancy
Sister Nancy Meets Fireproof- Album Overview "Sister Nancy Meets Fireproof" is a landmark reggae album released in 20…
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Released 2006
Situations
Sam RaggaOne week with Situations: thoughts on Sam Ragga
Situations- Album Overview "Situations" is the debut album by Sam Ragga, released in 2022 under the label XYZ Records…
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Released 1979
Six Babylon
Linval ThompsonCheck the vibes: Linval Thompson-Six Babylon – Six Babylon
Album overview Linval Thompson's "Six Babylon," released in 1981, is a landmark reggae album that reflects the cultur…
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Released 1996
Six Million Ways to Die
Cutty RanksAn in-depth Review of Cutty Ranks' Six Million Ways to Die
Cutty Ranks, a Jamaican dancehall artist, released Six Million Ways to Die in 1996, a time when dancehall music was e…
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Released 2001
Six Million Ways to Live
Dub PistolsA Critical Review of Dub Pistols' Six Million Ways to Live
Dub Pistols has been around for over two decades now, winning hearts with their electrifying mix of reggae, dub, and …
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Released 0
Sizzla
SizzlaListening to Sizzla by Sizzla
Sizzla- Album Overview The self-titled album "Sizzla" was released in 2000 by the renowned Jamaican reggae artist Siz…
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Released 2017
Sizzla Dub
SizzlaA closer look at Sizzla's album Sizzla Dub
Sizzla Dub- Album Overview Sizzla Dub, released in 2018, marks a significant entry in Sizzla Kalonji's extensive disc…
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Released 1988
Sizzling
Frankie PaulReview of Frankie Paul – Sizzling
Sizzling- Album Overview Frankie Paul's "Sizzling," released in 1990, is a quintessential reggae album that encapsula…
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Released 1980
Ska 'n' B
Bad MannersReview of Bad Manners-Ska 'n' B – Ska 'n' B
Album overview Bad Manners, the iconic British ska band, released their album "Ska 'n' B" in 1980 under the label Mag…
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Released 1964
Ska Authentic
The SkatalitesListening to Ska Authentic by The Skatalites
Ska Authentic- Album Overview "Ska Authentic" is an iconic album by the legendary Jamaican band The Skatalites, relea…
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Released 1994
Ska Authentic, Volume 1
The SkatalitesCheck the vibes: The Skatalites – Ska Authentic, Volume 1
Ska Authentic, Volume 1- Album Overview The Skatalites, the legendary Jamaican ska band, released "Ska Authentic, Vol…
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Released 1967
Ska Authentic, Volume 2
The SkatalitesExploring the sound of The Skatalites: Ska Authentic, Volume 2
Ska Authentic, Volume 2- Album Overview The Skatalites, the legendary Jamaican ska band, continue to showcase their t…
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Released 2008
Ska Father
The MaytalsThe Maytals returns with Ska Father
Ska Father- Album Overview The Maytals, one of the most influential bands in the ska and reggae genres, made a notabl…
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Released 2008
Ska Father
Toots & The MaytalsA closer look at Toots & The Maytals's album Ska Father
Ska Father- Album Overview "Ska Father," released in 2020, marks a significant entry in the discography of the legend…
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Released 1999
Ska Titans
Laurel AitkenCheck the vibes: Laurel Aitken-Ska Titans – Ska Titans
Album overview Laurel Aitken, often hailed as the "Godfather of Ska," made significant contributions to the genre thr…
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Released 1999
Ska Titans
The SkatalitesThe evolution of The Skatalites in Ska Titans
Ska Titans- Album Overview Released in 1997, "Ska Titans" is a remarkable showcase of The Skatalites, a legendary Jam…
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Released 1993
Ska Voovee
The SkatalitesThe Skatalites returns with Ska Voovee
Ska Voovee- Album Overview The Skatalites, the legendary Jamaican ska band, made a notable return with their album "S…
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Released 1965
Ska With Laurel
Laurel AitkenAlbum spotlight: Laurel Aitken-Ska With Laurel – Ska With Laurel
Album overview Laurel Aitken, often dubbed the "Godfather of Ska," released "Ska With Laurel" in 1998, a vibrant show…
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Released 1980
Ska ’n’ B
Bad MannersBreaking down the themes in Ska ’n’ B by Bad Manners
Ska ’n’ B- Album Overview Released in 1983, "Ska ’n’ B" is the debut album by the British ska band Bad Manners. The a…
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Released 2011
Skacoustic
Reel Big FishWhy Reel Big Fish's Skacoustic matters
Skacoustic- Album Overview "Skacoustic" is the fifth studio album by American ska band Reel Big Fish, released on Mar…
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Released 2001
Skanking With The Upsetter - Rare Dubs 1971-1974
Lee Scratch PerryLee Scratch Perry – Skanking With The Upsetter - Rare Dubs 1971-1974: track-by-track perspective
Skanking With The Upsetter - Rare Dubs 1971-1974- Album Overview Released in 2017, "Skanking With The Upsetter - Rare…
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Released 0
Skatalites & Friends At Randy's
The SkatalitesHow The Skatalites shaped the sound of Skatalites & Friends At Randy's
Skatalites & Friends At Randy's- Album Overview "Skatalites & Friends At Randy's," released in 1997, is …
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Released 1982
Skidip!
Eek-a-MouseWhy Eek-a-Mouse's Skidip! matters
Skidip!- Album Overview Eek-a-Mouse's album "Skidip!" was released in 1984 under the label Greensleeves Records, a co…
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Released 2000
Skinhead Girl
The SpecialsIs Skinhead Girl The Specials's best work yet?
Skinhead Girl- Album Overview "Skinhead Girl" is a studio album by the iconic British ska band The Specials, released…
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Released 1969
Skylarking
Horace AndyCheck the vibes: Horace Andy-Skylarking – Skylarking
Album overview Horace Andy's "Skylarking," released in 1972, is a seminal reggae album that has significantly influen…
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Released 1972
Slatyam Stoot
The MaytalsThe evolution of The Maytals in Slatyam Stoot
Slatyam Stoot- Album Overview "Slatyam Stoot" is the seminal album by the iconic Jamaican reggae group The Maytals, r…
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Released 1972
Slatyam Stoot
Toots & The MaytalsFrom intro to finale: what Slatyam Stoot delivers
Slatyam Stoot- Album Overview "Slatyam Stoot" is a vibrant, infectious album released in 1996 by the legendary Jamaic…
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Released 1977
Slave Call
The EthiopiansThe Ethiopians raises the bar with Slave Call
Slave Call- Album Overview "Slave Call," released in 1974, marks a significant entry in the catalog of The Ethiopians…
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Released 2003
Sledgehammer Dub in the Streets of Jamaica
Niney The ObserverSledgehammer Dub in the Streets of Jamaica: exploring the world of Niney The Observer
Sledgehammer Dub in the Streets of Jamaica- Album Overview Niney The Observer, born Winston Holness, is a legendary f…
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Released 1986
Sleng Teng
Wayne SmithSleng Teng by Wayne Smith: expectations vs reality
Sleng Teng- Album Overview The album "Sleng Teng" by Wayne Smith was released in 1985 and is widely recognized as a p…
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