SONG MY MOTHER USED TO SING RIDDIM produced by 1973 – HERMAN CHIN-LOY (DENNIS BROWN)
Song My Mother Used To Sing Overview
Roots reggae selectors today still reach for the timeless tracks from the Song My Mother Used To Sing riddim. The drop features Dave Robinson with "Song My Mother Used To Sing," a tune that captures the original spirit of the riddim’s melody. Delton Screechie & Kojak bring their own message with "Jah Is My Light," while Dennis Brown appears twice, delivering both "Song Mother Used To Sing Version" and "Song Mother Used To Sing." Brown is known as the “Crown Prince of Reggae,” and his classic album "Visions of Dennis Brown" stands as one of his most celebrated works. The riddim also carries "Heavy Duty" from Herman Chin Loy, a producer and musician recognized for his early work in dub and for launching Augustus Pablo’s career. Kojak & Liza step in with "Black Skin," adding a vocal blend that fits the roots vibe. Other tracks include Rod Taylor’s "Night In September," The Crepe Souls with "Let It Be Me," Trinity’s "School In Session," and U Roy’s "Linger You Linger Version." Herman Chin Loy’s touch as a studio hand is key to the riddim’s lasting sound. He is widely known for his influential production work in the 1970s. The deep, roots-driven base of this riddim continues to echo in today’s reggae sessions, showing how these tracks remain essential for both selectors and listeners.
Song My Mother Used To Sing Tracklist:
- Dave Robinson – Song My Mother Used To Sing
- Delton Screechie & Kojak – Jah Is My Light
- Dennis Brown – Song Mother Used To Sing Version
- Dennis Brown – Song Mother Used To Sing
- Herman Chin Loy – Heavy Duty
- Kojak & Liza – Black Skin
- Rod Taylor – Night In September
- The Crepe Souls – Let It Be Me
- Trinity – School In Session
- U Roy – Linger You Linger Version
- U Roy – Linger You Linger
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