Reviews, context and selected tracks from complete records across the Staimusic archive.
The reggae music scene in Jamaica has birthed many iconic musicians, and it's no surprise that Dr. Alimantado, a tale…
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The Prodigy: Ladies Only Edition- Album Overview "The Prodigy: Ladies Only Edition" is a unique addition to Skilliben…
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The Prophets- Album Overview Released in 2013, "The Prophets" is a significant addition to the discography of Ivorian…
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When it comes to the music genre of ska-punk-funk-metal, not many bands come to mind. One of the most influential art…
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The Quest- Album Overview Lee Scratch Perry, the legendary Jamaican producer and musician, released his album "The Qu…
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The Quiet Hour- Album Overview Released in 1972, "The Quiet Hour" is a reflective and introspective album by American…
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The Real Enemy- Album Overview "The Real Enemy" is a seminal album by the legendary Jamaican reggae group The Mighty …
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The Real Rock- Album Overview "The Real Rock" is a landmark album by Jamaican-American reggae artist Shinehead, relea…
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Fishbone in the 80s and 90s shook the world of Rock, R&B, and Ska with their unique sound. Known for blending genres,…
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Album overview Augustus Pablo's "The Red Sea" is an instrumental reggae album released in 1979. Renowned for his uniq…
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The Reggae Years: Reggae Classics- Album Overview The album "The Reggae Years: Reggae Classics" by Lee Perry & The Up…
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The Return Of Pipecock Jackxon- Album Overview "The Return Of Pipecock Jackxon" is a compelling album by the legendar…
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The Return Of The Pistoleros- Album Overview "The Return Of The Pistoleros," released in 2021, marks a significant re…
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The Revolutionaries- Album Overview "The Revolutionaries," released in 1978, is a seminal album by the Jamaican regga…
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The Richest Man in Babylon- Album Overview Released on April 22, 2002, "The Richest Man in Babylon" is the third stud…
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The Rightful Ruler- Album Overview "The Rightful Ruler," released in 1978, represents a significant chapter in the ca…
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Album overview The album "The Rise" by Madness-The Rise was released in 2023 and falls within the indie pop genre. Th…
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The Rise & Fall- Album Overview "The Rise & Fall," released in 1982, is the fourth studio album by British sk…
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The Rockers- Album Overview Released in 2018, "The Rockers" is a vibrant testament to Alborosie's enduring influence …
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Album overview Keith Rowe, an influential figure in avant-garde music, released his album "The Room" under the monike…
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The Room Extended- Album Overview "The Room Extended," released in 2021, is an immersive soundscape that exemplifies …
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The Roots Is There- Album Overview "The Roots Is There," released in 2023, marks the latest chapter in the storied ca…
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The Roots Manuva 'Slime- Album Overview "Slime" is the sixth studio album by British rapper Roots Manuva, released on…
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Album overview The album "The Roots of Dub," released in 1975, showcases the groundbreaking collaboration between Kin…
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The Roots Of Dubstep- Album Overview Released in 2018, "The Roots Of Dubstep" by Mad Professor is a significant contr…
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The Roots Radics Meets King Tubbys: More Dangerous- Album Overview The album "The Roots Radics Meets King Tubbys: Mor…
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The Roots Radics Meets King Tubbys: More Dangerous- Album Overview Released in 1981, "The Roots Radics Meets King Tub…
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The Scriptures- Album Overview The Scriptures is a seminal reggae album by the prolific Jamaican artist Sizzla, relea…
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The Seducer Dub Wise- Album Overview The album "The Seducer Dub Wise" was released in 1981 under the label Greensleev…
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The Selecter Perform the Trojan Songbook- Album Overview The Selecter, a prominent band from the British ska revival …
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The Selecter Perform The Trojan Songbook, Volume 2- Album Overview The Selecter, a prominent band in the ska revival …
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The Sensational Maytals- Album Overview The Sensational Maytals, released in 1969, is a landmark album in the reggae …
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