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The Skatalites

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Essential Artist Collection

SKU: V103211 Barcode: 4050538842968
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Format: Vinyl / 12" Album (Clear vinyl)

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  • Released Date: 20 Jan 2023

  • Genre: Reggae

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Track Listing
Disc: 1
1. (Music Is) My Occupation [ring of Fire]
2. Alley Cat Ska
3. Cool Smoke
4. Garden of Love
5. Twelve Minutes to Go
6. Girls Town Ska
7. Vitamin A
8. Latin Goes Ska
9. Alipang
10. Lucky Seven
11. Musical Store Room
12. Musical Communion
13. Sandy Gully
14. Doctor Dekker


Disc: 2
1. Nuclear Weapon
2. Corner Stone
3. Knockout Punch (Aka Cotton Tree)
4. Don De Lion
5. Rocket Ship
6. Feeling Fine
7. Mesopotamia
8. Eastern Standard Time
9. Thoroughfare (Aka Treasure Isle)
10. Silver Dollar
11. Street Corner
12. University Goes Ska
13. Good News
14. J.F.K.'s Memory

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About the artist

The Skatalites

Formed in Jamaica in 1964, The Skatalites are a legendary band credited with pioneering the ska genre. Comprised of a rotating lineup of talented musicians, including founding members like Tommy McCook and Don Drummond, the band's infectious sound has captivated audiences worldwide for over half a century. With their lively horn section, tight rhythms, and high-energy performances, The Skatalites have become a staple in the ska and reggae scenes. Their unique blend of jazz, R&B, and Caribbean influences has given them a sound that is instantly recognizable and impossible to resist. Throughout their storied career, The Skatalites have collaborated with some of the biggest names in music, from Bob Marley to The Wailers to Toots and the Maytals. Their influence can be heard in countless bands that have followed in their footsteps, making them true trailblazers in the world of Jamaican music. Despite numerous lineup changes and tragedies that have befallen the band over the years, The Skatalites continue to tour and record music, proving that they are a force to be reckoned with. Their infectious energy and timeless tunes make them a must-see act for any fan of live music. So grab your dancing shoes and get ready to skank the night away with The Skatalites, because this band shows no signs of slowing down anytime soon. Let the horns blare and the rhythm section groove as we celebrate one of the greatest bands in the history of Jamaican music. Skank on, Skatalites, skank on.

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