The Skatalites cut the bulk of their sides for top Jamaican producer Clement "Coxsone" Dodd in and around 1964. This Studio One album rounds up 16 fine examples of the ska riches the band and Dodd came up with, including such now-classic ska cuts as "Four Corners" and "Exodus." This might not be the ideal collection (the mostly Dodd-produced two-disc Foundation Ska gets top prize), but Ska Authentic still delivers with 16 solid tracks and plenty of excellent solos by band stars Don Drummond, Tommy McCook, Roland Alphonso, and Johnny "Dizzy" Moore. This collection is best suited for seasoned fans, but newcomers certainly won't be disappointed after giving it a spin.
that John Fitzgerald Kennedy was assassinated in Dallas, Texas, an event that truly did change the way all of us who live in democracies regard their political leaders. The shock of his death was felt all round the world. Given its proximity to the USA, and its economic links, it was hardly surprising that Jamaica felt the need to mark the event.Here, firstly on Studio One are the Skatalites with
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It is wish hung heads and heavy hearts that we here at the culture of me bring you the news that one of the brightest bulbs in ska and reggae music has gone out. Johnny Moore, fames hornsman for The...~~
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