Released 2016
The Bakery
Keith RoweThe Bakery by Keith Rowe: expectations vs reality
The Bakery- Album Overview "The Bakery," released in 2021, is an evocative exploration of sound and texture by Keith …
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Released 2003
The Battle Of The Djs: Floorfilla Vs. Pulsedriver
TrinityBreaking down the themes in The Battle Of The Djs: Floorfilla Vs. Pulsedriver by Trinity
The Battle Of The Djs: Floorfilla Vs. Pulsedriver- Album Overview The Battle Of The Djs: Floorfilla Vs. Pulsedriver i…
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Released 1979
The Beat
The BeatThe Beat experiments boldly on The Beat
The Beat- Album Overview "The Beat," released in 1982, marks a significant moment in the fusion of reggae, ska, and p…
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Released 0
The Beat / The Kids Are the Same
The BeatOne week with The Beat / The Kids Are the Same: thoughts on The Beat
The Beat / The Kids Are the Same- Album Overview "The Beat / The Kids Are the Same" is a compelling album by the Brit…
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Released 1980
The Best Dub Album in the World (Introducing Scien
ScientistInside The Best Dub Album in the World (Introducing Scien by Scientist
The Best Dub Album in the World (Introducing Scien- Album Overview "The Best Dub Album in the World (Introducing Scie…
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Released 1980
The Best Dub Album In The World (introducing Scien
ScientistScientist – The Best Dub Album In The World (introducing Scien: track-by-track perspective
The Best Dub Album In The World (introducing Scien- Album Overview "The Best Dub Album In The World (introducing Scie…
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Released 1991
The Best Of
Courtney MelodyReview of Courtney Melody – The Best Of
The Best Of- Album Overview Courtney Melody, a prominent figure in the reggae and dancehall scene, released "The Best…
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Released 1969
The Best Of Alton Ellis
Alton EllisInside The Best Of Alton Ellis by Alton Ellis
The Best Of Alton Ellis- Album Overview "The Best Of Alton Ellis," released in 2001, is a compelling compilation that…
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Released 1998
The Best of Bob Marley
Bob MarleyThe Best of Bob Marley: A Critical Review
Bob Marley, the undisputed king of reggae, has left an indelible mark on the music industry with his infectiously rhy…
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Released 2001
The Best Of Eddy Grant
Eddy GrantIs The Best Of Eddy Grant Eddy Grant's best work yet?
The Best Of Eddy Grant- Album Overview "The Best Of Eddy Grant," released in 1996, is a comprehensive compilation of …
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Released 2016
The Best Of Horace Andy
Horace AndyAlbum spotlight: Horace Andy – The Best Of Horace Andy
The Best Of Horace Andy- Album Overview "The Best Of Horace Andy," released in 1995, is a definitive collection celeb…
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Released 1971
The Best Of The Wailers
The Wailing WailersThe Wailing Wailers – The Best Of The Wailers: a sonic journey
The Best Of The Wailers- Album Overview The compilation album "The Best Of The Wailers," released in 1971, showcases …
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Released 1978
The Best of Top of the Pops '78
I Got Love 4uExploring the sound of I Got Love 4u-The Best of Top of the Pops '78: The Best of Top of the Pops '78
Album overview The album "The Best of Top of the Pops '78" was released in 1978 and serves as a nostalgic celebration…
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Released 2017
The Birth Of Scientist
ScientistScientist experiments boldly on The Birth Of Scientist
The Birth Of Scientist- Album Overview "The Birth Of Scientist," released in 1980, is a groundbreaking album by the i…
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Released 2018
The Black Album
Lee Scratch PerryIs The Black Album Lee Scratch Perry's best work yet?
The Black Album- Album Overview Released in 2020, "The Black Album" marks a significant entry in the discography of l…
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Released 2000
The Black Foundation in Dub
King Tubby & Augustus PabloAlbum spotlight: King Tubby & Augustus Pablo-The Black Foundation in Dub – The Black Foundation in Dub
Album overview The album "The Black Foundation in Dub" was released in 2006, showcasing the groundbreaking work of du…
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Released 1980
The Black Morphologist of Reggae
Keith HudsonKeith Hudson-The Black Morphologist of Reggae – The Black Morphologist of Reggae: a sonic journey
Album overview Released in 1974, "The Black Morphologist of Reggae" is a seminal album by Jamaican reggae artist Keit…
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Released 1994
The Bob Marley Story (Volume 4)
Bob MarleyAlbum spotlight: Bob Marley-The Bob Marley Story (Volume 4) – The Bob Marley Story (Volume 4)
Album overview The Bob Marley Story (Volume 4) is a compilation album that showcases the rich legacy of reggae icon B…
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Released 1997
The Celtic Poets
Jah Wobble's Invaders of the HeartInside The Celtic Poets by Jah Wobble's Invaders of the Heart-The Celtic Poets
Album overview Jah Wobble’s Invaders of the Heart released "The Celtic Poets" in 1994 under the label 30 Hertz Record…
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Released 2012
The Chant
SizzlaSizzla raises the bar with The Chant
The Chant- Album Overview The album "The Chant" was released in 2006 by the iconic Jamaican reggae artist Sizzla Kalo…
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Released 1983
The Chanting Dread Inna Fine Style
Big YouthA of the Album: The Chanting Dread Inna Fine Style by Big Youth
If you're a big fan of reggae music, then you've probably heard of Big Youth. This Jamaican artist became popular in …
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Released 2003
The Chocolate Wheelchair Album
Venetian SnaresThe Chocolate Wheelchair Album: what Venetian Snares wants you to feel
The Chocolate Wheelchair Album- Album Overview The Chocolate Wheelchair Album is the fifth studio album by the Canadi…
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Released 2005
The Clash of the Ska Titans
Laurel AitkenExploring the sound of Laurel Aitken-The Clash of the Ska Titans: The Clash of the Ska Titans
Album overview Laurel Aitken, often dubbed the "Godfather of Ska," released "The Clash of the Ska Titans" in 1986. Th…
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Released 2005
The Clash of the Ska Titans
The SkatalitesThe Clash of the Ska Titans by The Skatalites: expectations vs reality
The Clash of the Ska Titans- Album Overview The Clash of the Ska Titans, released in 1997, showcases the legendary Ja…
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Released 2015
The Clone Theory
Mad ProfessorHow Mad Professor shaped the sound of The Clone Theory
The Clone Theory- Album Overview Released in 1994, "The Clone Theory" is a notable album by British dub producer Mad …
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Released 2015
The Clone Theory
Prince FattyThe Clone Theory: what Prince Fatty wants you to feel
The Clone Theory- Album Overview The album "The Clone Theory" was released in 2014 under the label Prince Fatty Produ…
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Released 1985
The Conqueror
Derrick MorganAlbum spotlight: Derrick Morgan-The Conqueror – The Conqueror
Album overview Derrick Morgan, a pivotal figure in the development of reggae music, released his album "The Conqueror…
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Released 2005
The Cosmic Game
Thievery CorporationCheck the vibes: Thievery Corporation – The Cosmic Game
The Cosmic Game- Album Overview The Cosmic Game, released in 2005, is the fourth studio album by the Washington D.C.-…
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Released 2003
The Cream Of Female Vocal-trance, Volume 2
TrinityIs The Cream Of Female Vocal-trance, Volume 2 Trinity's best work yet?
The Cream Of Female Vocal-trance, Volume 2- Album Overview "The Cream Of Female Vocal-trance, Volume 2" was released …
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Released 1998
The Dancehall Album
UB40Breaking down the themes in The Dancehall Album by UB40
The Dancehall Album- Album Overview The Dancehall Album, released in 1993, is a notable entry in UB40's discography, …
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Released 2005
The Dangermen Sessions, Volume One
MadnessExploring the sound of Madness-The Dangermen Sessions, Volume One: The Dangermen Sessions, Volume One
Album overview The album "The Dangermen Sessions, Volume One" by Madness was released in 2005 under the label "V2 Rec…
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Released 2002
The Difference Between a Fish
Keith RoweCheck the vibes: Keith Rowe-The Difference Between a Fish – The Difference Between a Fish
Album overview Keith Rowe, a pivotal figure in the experimental and free improvisation music scene, presents his late…
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