Stop Acting Strange Riddim – Jammys Records

Dusty digital. Jammys’ 1987 Stop Acting Strange Riddim has that tight late-’80s Kingston feel, with a lean pulse and enough room for strong voices to cut through. Delroy Wilson’s title cut carries the most weight here, his seasoned delivery sitting right in step with Jammy’s no-frills production, while Frankie Paul’s “Game Of Love” adds a smoother, more melodic edge and Wailing Souls’ “Pour Your Love” brings a nice harmony touch to the set. It’s a small four-track lineup, but that’s part of the charm, with one version tucked in alongside the vocals and the whole thing moving like a quick 7-inch session from the era.