GREENSLEEVES VARIOUS 80S – GREENSLEEVES RECORDS 1985
Greensleeves Various 80s – Greensleeves Records Overview
This album collection brings together standout tracks from reggae’s 1980s sound system era. Listeners will recognize Little John with "Dance Hall Style," a tune that captures the smooth, rhythmic energy of the time. Papa Michigan And General Smiley deliver their classic "Diseases," a song that became a major hit and is still celebrated for its catchy hook and playful lyrics. Leroy Smart’s "All Of My Love" adds a soulful touch, showing his strength as a singer known for hits like "Ballistic Affair." Nicodemus appears with "Bone Conection," bringing his deep voice and DJ style to the mix. Papa Tullo’s "Sister Pearl" stands out with its unique vocal flow. The collection also features Wailing Souls on "Diamonds And Pearls," Pad Anthony with "See Dem A Come," and the duo Pad Anthony And Tonto Irie on "Champion Bubbler." Michael Palmer contributes two tracks: "Cant Take The Fuss" and "Done With It," adding to the album’s rich variety. The production comes from Greensleeves Records, a label known for shaping reggae’s international reach since the late 1970s. Their influence helped introduce these artists to wider audiences. Today, these tracks are still played at roots events, giving new life to the classic riddims and keeping the spirit of 1980s reggae alive in sound system culture.
Tracklist:
- Little John – Dance Hall Style
- Papa Michigan And General Smiley – Diseases
- Leroy Smart – All Of My Love
- Nicodemus – Bone Conection
- Papa Tullo – Sister Pearl
- Wailing Souls – Diamonds And Pearls
- Pad Anthony – See Dem A Come
- Pad Anthony And Tonto Irie – Champion Bubbler
- Michael Palmer – Cant Take The Fuss
- Michael Palmer – Done With It
- Dennis Brwon – Its Magic
- Pad Anthony – Crazy Love
- Michael Buckley – Dance Gate
- Wayne Smith – Under Me Sleng Teng
- Tonto Irie – Life Story
- Wayne Smith – Ickie All Over
- Wayne Jarrett & Silver Fox – Saterday Night Jamboree
- Wayne Jarrett – Got To Be Sure
- John Holt – Fat She Fat
- Yellowman & Fathead – Rat
- General Echo & Madoo – Hotel Fee
- General Echo – Bathroom Sex
- Don Mccarlos And Captain Sinba – I’m Not Crazy
- Sammy Dread – Gone Away
- Barry Brown – Belly Move
- Charlie Chaplin – International Robbery
- Charlie Chaplin – Why The World Stay So
- Roots Radics – Robber Dub
- Roots Radics – World Dub
- Eek A Mouse – Noahs Ark
- Flick Wilson – My Lady
- Earl Sixteen – Live Together
- Freddie Mckay – Another Weekend
- Bunny Lie Lie – Babylonian
- Wayne Wade – Poor And Humble
- Hugh Mundell – Can’t Pop No Style
- Junior Reid – Know Myself
- Eek A Mouse – Wa Do Dem
- Errol Scorcher – Wild Inna Eighty One Style
- Barry Brown – Love Is What The World Want
- Earl Sixteen – Trial & Crosses
- Eek A Mouse – Christmas A Come
- Lee Van Cleef – Gone Water Gone
- Anthony Johnson – Let Go This One
- Introducing Ten Year Old Billy Boyo – One Spliff A Day
- Little John & Billy Boyo – Bushman Connection
- Little John – Little Girl
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