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The Granville Williams Orchestra – Hi Life

September 23, 2010

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The Granville Williams Orchestra – Hi Life

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The Definitive Collection of Federal Records (1964-1982)

September 9, 2010

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This is an excellent compilation of ska and roots reggae released by Federal Records in July.  There are so many lesser known gems on here including:
Hopetown Lewis – “Take It Easy,”
The Granville Williams Orchestra – “Hi-Life aka High-Life aka Happy Brass,
Ken Lazarus – “Put Yourself In My Place”,
Delroy Wilson – “I’m Still Waiting” and
The Maytals – “My Daily Food”. 

This is definitely on the list for one of djnyc’s top album releases of 2010.

Toots & the Maytals – My Daily Food

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BBC Documentary – The Story of Jamaican Music

April 29, 2009

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If you’ve ever seen The Harder They Come or Time Will Tell and enjoyed them or are a fan of roots reggae, rock steady and ska you’ll love this documentary.


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