UNEARTHED ROCK STEADY GOLD – OSSIE 1989
Unearthed Rock Steady Gold – Ossie Overview
This recording first appeared in Jamaica in the late 1970s, a time when roots reggae and the one drop rhythm were shaping the sound of the island. Today, the riddim is making a strong return in roots events and sound system sessions, with its deep bass and classic feel. Five legendary vocalists are featured on this release. Alton Ellis, often called the "Godfather of Rocksteady," brings his soulful voice to tracks like "Big Bad Boy" and "Lord Deliver Me." Carl Dawking sings the heartfelt "Baby I Love You" and the socially conscious "Hard Time." Dennis Brown, known worldwide as the "Crown Prince of Reggae," gives us "Here I Come" and "Some Like It Hot." Brown's song "Here I Come" became one of his signature hits and is still loved by reggae fans everywhere. Gregory Isaacs, famous for his smooth style, performs "Bada" and "Late At Night." Isaacs is well known for his classic album "Night Nurse," released in 1982. John Holt, who had a long and successful career, delivers "Jus Out Of Reach" and "Stick By Me." "Stick By Me" was one of Holt's biggest hits and topped the Jamaican charts in 1972. The riddim is crafted by skilled roots musicians, bringing back the golden era of reggae with fresh energy. This release continues to impress both old and new fans at festivals and reggae gatherings.
Tracklist:
- Alton Ellis – Big Bad Boy
- Alton Ellis – Lord Deliver Me
- Carl Dawking – Baby I Love You
- Carl Dawking – Hard Time
- Dennis Brown – Here I Come
- Dennis Brown – Some Like It Hot
- Gregory Isaacs – Bada
- Gregory Isaacs – Late At Night
- John Holt – Jus Out Of Reach
- John Holt – Stick By Me
- Johnny Clark – Every Day You’re Wondering
- Little Roy – Bongo Nyah
- Michael Rose – Guess Who’s Coming To Dinner
- Niney – Version
- Ossie Hibbert – Version
- Paragons – Memories By The Score
- Paragons – You Are My One
- Slim Smith – Let Me Go Girl
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