Skatalites - Essential Collection (Clear Vinyl)

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This new 'Essential Artist Collection' from Trojan Records on vinyl, features 28 classics from Jamaica's greatest ever ska band, The Skatalities from the legendary vaults of Treasure Isle Records. Highlights like "Eastern Standard Time" and "Street Corner".

During the early 1960's, the sound of ska exploded upon Jamaica's musical landscape, with the driving dynamic sound championed by arguably the greatest ensemble of musicians ever to have performed and recorded on the island.

Fronted by legendary saxophonist Tommy McCook, The Skatalites also comprised a veritable who's who of Kingston-based performers, their number including trombonist Don Drummond, tenor saxman Roland Alphonso, drumming supremo Lloyd Knibb and keyboard prodigy Jackie Mittoo. Following their creation in the summer of '64, this powerhouse instrumental combo dominated the island's music industry for 18 glorious months, the very best of their work produced by famed Treasure Isle Records boss, Arthur 'Duke' Reid.

This new Essential Artist Collection from Trojan Records features 28 classics from Jamacia's greatest ever ska band, The Skatalities from the legendary vaults of Treasure Isle Records. This is the best introduction yet to the music of the incredible, multi-talented and hugely influential Skatalites.

Limited Edition CLEAR double vinyl produced by BMG for Trojan Records in 2023. Gatefold sleeve. Made in Germany.

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