Tom Hark Riddim – Treasure Isle, Baron’s, Spinning Wheel

Tom Hark produced by Duke Reid, Byron Smith for Treasure Isle, Baron’s, Spinning Wheel in 1971

Produced by Duke Reid and Byron Smith for Treasure Isle, Baron’s and Spinning Wheel, Tom Hark Riddim lands in 1971 with a compact set of versions anchored by Herman Marquis’s Tom’s Version, plus cuts from Tommy McCook, Stranger Cole and U Roy. The lineup leans on Treasure Isle regulars and McCook’s Supersonics, which gives the riddim that sharp, horn-led studio feel Duke Reid’s catalogue is known for. It’s a roots-era instrumental framework with enough room for singers and deejays to stretch out, and Tom Drunk and Crying Every Night help define its most recognisable shape.

Tom Hark Riddim Tracklist:

1. Herman Marquis – Tom’s Version
2. Herman Marquis & Tommy McCook & The Supersonics – Night Version
3. Stranger Cole & Tommy McCook & The Supersonics – Crying Every Night
4. Tommy McCook & The Supersonics – Crying Everynight
5. U Roy & Hopeton Lewis – Tom Drunk

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