Reggae is a music genre that originated in Jamaica in the late 1960s. While sometimes used in a broad sense to refer to most types of popular Jamaican dance music, the term reggae more properly denotes a particular music style that was strongly influenced by traditional mento and calypso music, as well as American jazz and rhythm and blues, especially the New Orleans R&B practiced by Fats Domino and Allen Toussaint, and evolved out of the earlier genres ska and rocksteady. Stylistically, reggae incorporates some of the musical elements of rhythm and blues, jazz, mento (a celebratory, rural folk form that served its largely rural audience as dance music and an alternative to the hymns and adapted chanteys of local church singing), calypso, African music, as well as other genres. One of the most easily recognizable elements is offbeat rhythms; staccato chords played by a guitar or piano (or both) on the offbeats of the measure. |
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The bass guitar often plays the dominant role in reggae. The bass sound in reggae is thick and heavy, and equalized so the upper frequencies are removed and the lower frequencies emphasized. The guitar in reggae usually plays on the off beat of the rhythm. It is common for reggae to be sung in Jamaican Patois, Jamaican English, and lyaric dialects. Reggae is noted for its tradition of social criticism and religion in its lyrics, although many reggae songs discuss lighter, more personal subjects, such as love and socializing. Reggae has spread to many countries across the world, often incorporating local instruments and fusing with other genres. Reggae en Español spread from mainland South American Caribbean from Venezuela and Guyana to the rest of South America. Caribbean music in the UK, including reggae, has been popular since the late 1960s, and has evolved into several subgenres and fusions. Many reggae artists began their careers in the UK, and there have been a number of European artists and bands drawing their inspiration directly from Jamaica and the Caribbean community in Europe. |
Spanner Banner - Cry CrySpanner Banner - Elusive pressing from dancehall-roots songwriter-performer, responsible for writing Chaka Demus & Pliers' chart-topping "Tease Me". can be shipped within 1-3 working days |
Earl George - People Are Doing ItEarl George - (1977) British pressing from the late '70s reggae/lovers rock singer-songwriter, best known for his work with Lee "Scratch" Perry and Bunny Lee. can be shipped within 1-3 working days |
Sugar Minott - Man HungrySugar Minott - (1978) Excellent original Black Roots pressing, increasingly hard to find, in this kind of condition. can be shipped within 1-3 working days |
Anthony Blackwood - GhettoAnthony Blackwood - Reggae artist best known for his roots reggae and dub singles "African Woman", "Written Lies" and "Once Bitten Twice Shy". can be shipped within 1-3 working days |
Shaggy Wonder - One More Rude BoyShaggy Wonder - Desirable Jamaican dancehall rarity with flip-side version, in stunning condition. can be shipped within 1-3 working days |
Dandy - Take a Letter MariaDandy - (1970) EX+ UK Trojan TR-7800, suggesting few plays. can be shipped within 1-3 working days |
Desmond Dekker - IsraelitesDesmond Dekker - (1968) "EX+" (PYR 6058) Desmond Dekker / Leslie Kong penned masterpiece that combines the Rastafarian religion with rude boy concerns. can be shipped within 1-3 working days |
Desmond Dekker & The Aces - It MiekDesmond Dekker & The Aces - (1969) UK Top-10 single written by Dekker and his record producer Leslie Kong. can be shipped within 1-3 working days |
Upsetters - Return of DjangoUpsetters - (1969) Double A sided 7" single with "Dollar in the Teeth", by producer Lee "Scratch" Perry's house band, led by pianist Gladstone Anderson. can be shipped within 1-3 working days |
Bob and Marcia - Young, Gifted and BlackBob and Marcia - (1970) Best remembered reggae cover vesion of the Nina Simone song, first recorded and released on her album "Black Gold" in 1969. can be shipped within 1-3 working days |
Dave and Ansil Collins - Double BarrelDave and Ansil Collins - (1970) Well presented EX+ UK Techniques variant of the UK chart-topping single, written and produced by Winston Riley. can be shipped within 1-3 working days |
John Holt - Help Me Make It Through the NightJohn Holt - (1974) Tony Ashfield's reggae production of the Kris Kristofferson penned ballad, taken form Holt's album "1,000 Volts of Holt". can be shipped within 1-3 working days |
Desmond Dekker - It Gotta Be SoDesmond Dekker - (1973) One of the Jamaican ska, rocksteady and reggae singer-songwriter's minor hits - strong excellent condition, suggesting few plays. can be shipped within 1-3 working days |
Tito Simon - This Monday Morning FeelingTito Simon - (1974) Self written and produced minor hit from the Jamaican reggae singer, in excellent condition. can be shipped within 1-3 working days |
Desmond Dekker - Pickney GalDesmond Dekker - (1969) The UK Pyramid (PYR 6078) late '60s pressing with "Generosity" on the flip side. can be shipped within 1-3 working days |
Prince Buster & All Stars - Al CaponePrince Buster & All Stars - (1967) Stunning EX+ UK Blue Beat (BB 324) pressing of "Al Capone" / "One Step Beyond".
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Earl George - OpportunityEarl George - (1977) Elusive UK pressing (HOSS 143), of lovers rock song, with flip side dub version, in it's original company birth sleeve. can be shipped within 1-3 working days |
Nicky Thomas - Come Back GirlNicky Thomas - (1977) EX+ UK Trojan (TRO 9025) pressing. can be shipped within 1-3 working days |
Desmond Dekker - You Can Get It If You Really WantDesmond Dekker - (1970) The cover version of the Jimmy Cliff song originally used in the 1972 film The Harder They Come. can be shipped within 1-3 working days |
Horace Faith - Black PearlHorace Faith - (1970) The Jamaican reggae cover version of the Levine/Spector/Wine song, first released by The Checkmates Ltd. can be shipped within 1-3 working days |
The Pioneers - Let Your Yeah Be YeahThe Pioneers - (1971) EX+/EX+ original pressing of UK Top-5 single, a cover version of the Jimmy Cliff song. can be shipped within 1-3 working days |
The Mowhawks - Let It BeThe Mowhawks - (1970) Reggae cover version of the Lennon McCartney song, performed by the session musicians, probably best known for their '60s song "The Champ". can be shipped within 1-3 working days |
Max Romeo - Wet DreamMax Romeo - (1975) Notoriety boss reggae song, due to its lyrics of an explicit sexual nature. can be shipped within 1-3 working days |
Greyhound - Black and WhiteGreyhound - (1971) UK Top-10 hit from the reggae band formerly known as The Rudies. can be shipped within 1-3 working days |
Winston Groovy - No One Day LoveWinston Groovy - (1977) Jamaican reggae singer who relocated to the UK, probably best known for his song "Please Don't Make Me Cry". can be shipped within 1-3 working days |
Greyhound - I Am What I AmGreyhound - (1972) The British reggae band's third single release, peaking at #20 in the UK charts. can be shipped within 1-3 working days |
Bruce Ruffin - One Big Happy FamilyBruce Ruffin - (1971) Clean UK pressing of early '70s rocksteady reggae song. can be shipped within 1-3 working days |
Syramip - Skinhead Moon StompSyramip - (1969) The song based on the Derrick Morgan song "Moon Hop".
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Horace Andy - Lonely WomanHorace Andy - (1974) Derrick Harriott produced '70s rocksteady rarity in EX+/EX+ condition. can be shipped within 1-3 working days |
Al Cook - Frankie and JohnnyAl Cook - (1974) Reggae cover version of Sam Cook song, in stunning EX+ condition. can be shipped within 1-3 working days |
Derrick & HorteneseDerrick & Hortenese - (1974) Bunnie Lee produced mid '70s rocksteady. can be shipped within 1-3 working days |
Boy Wonder - All On the HouseBoy Wonder - (1974) EX+ UK (ATT. 8068) mid '70s rocksteady reggae. can be shipped within 1-3 working days |
Sambo Jim - Natty DreadSambo Jim - (1974) Double sided roots reggae covers of Bob Marley songs in EX+ condition, performed by The Cimarons under a psudenumn. can be shipped within 1-3 working days |
The Lunatics - TelstarThe Lunatics - (1974) Rocksteady reggae instrumental cover version of Joe Meek '60s classic. can be shipped within 1-3 working days |
The Cats - William TellThe Cats - (1969) The Mile End, London, ska ensemble's 4th single release, (uncharted), in EX+ condition. can be shipped within 1-3 working days |
Lloyd Charmers - Life Is Just For LivingLloyd Charmers - (1974) Jamaican born reggae singer, keyboard player and record producer. can be shipped within 1-3 working days |
Leo Simpson - Black OppressorLeo Simpson - (1974) Mid '70s rocksteady written, performed and produced by Leo Simpson. can be shipped within 1-3 working days |
Martin Reilly - Lord Pity Us AllMartin Reilly - (1973) Mike Berry and Tony Ashfield produced rocksteady reggae, in it's original company birth paper sleeve. can be shipped within 1-3 working days |
Jackie Robinson - Homely GirlJackie Robinson - (1974) Solo recording after joining and becoming lead singer of The Pioneers in 1967. can be shipped within 1-3 working days |
Desmond Dekker - Busted LadDesmond Dekker - (1974) Release from mid '70s rocksteady reggae period. can be shipped within 1-3 working days |
Greyhound - FloatingGreyhound - (1972) One of the later releases, (uncharted), from the British reggae band formerly known as The Rudies. can be shipped within 1-3 working days |
Bob Andy - Green Green ValleyBob Andy - (1971) Early '70s rocksteady vocalist and songwriter, widely regarded as one of reggae's most influential songwriters. can be shipped within 1-3 working days |
Lorna Bennett - Run JohnnyLorna Bennett - (1976) Jamaican female soloist, probably best known for her reggae cover version of "Breakfast In Bed". can be shipped within 1-3 working days |
Zap Pow - Wild HoneyZap Pow - (1976) Jamaican reggae band led by singer Beres Hammond. can be shipped within 1-3 working days |
Jackie Robinson - PersonalityJackie Robinson - (1974) Solo single released after joining and becoming lead vocalist of The Pioneers in 1967. can be shipped within 1-3 working days |
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