5013929272330

Abc Rock Steady

Roland Alphanso & The Originals Orchestra

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Format: 2CD

Cat No: DBCDD023

Release Date:  05 April 2019

Label:  Doctor Bird / Cherry Red

Packaging Type:  Brilliant Case (Jewel Case size, Holds 2 CDs)

No of Units:  2

Barcode:  5013929272330

Genres:  Reggae  

  • Description

    Includes numerous major Jamaican hits.A dozen tracks new to CD. One of the most sought-after albums from the rock steady eraReleased by Trojan Records in 1968, when the famed London-based Jamaican music company was still in its infancy, "ABC Rock Steady" is today one of the most sought-after long players from the rock steady era. Produced by pioneering female operator, Sonia Pottinger, the set primarily showcases instrumental versions of some of her most popular releases, performed by the Originals Orchestra - a short-lived ensemble that included some of Jamaica's finest session players, notably legendary saxman Roland Alphonso, ace guitarist Lyn Taitt and keyboard maestros, Leslie Butler and Aubrey Adams.

    This deluxe 2CD represents the album alongside an incredible 43 bonus tracks that include the original vocal versions of recordings on the LP plus the best of Pottinger's output from the 12 months preceding its release. Among the recordings featured are some of the biggest hits of the late sixties as well as a dozen recordings new to CD, making this by the far the finest - and most compelling - rock steady collection yet to see issue in 2019!

  • Tracklisting

      Disc 1

      Side 1

      • 1. Abc Rock Steady
      • 2. That's Life
      • 3. Say You
      • 4. Sad Song
      • 5. Easy Rock
      • 6. Hip Hug-Her
      • 7. Starlight
      • 8. Wild And Free
      • 9. Little Nut Tree
      • 10. Top Line
      • 11. Narata
      • 12. Pure Soul
      • 13. Abc Rock Steady
      • 14. That's Life
      • 15. Say You
      • 16. (It's) So Hard Without You
      • 17. Swing And Dine
      • 18. Tell Me Baby
      • 19. Little Nut Tree
      • 20. I Need Your Loving
      • 21. Great '68
      • 22. Check Up
      • 23. Top Cat
      • 24. Wake Up To Reality
      • 25. Fire In Your Wire
      • 26. Revival
      • 27. Over The Rainbow's End
      • 28. Devil Woman

      Disc 2

      • 1. It's Hard To Confess
      • 2. Ethiopian Kingdom
      • 3. I Could Be A King
      • 4. I've Done You Wrong
      • 5. I'll Come Back
      • 6. Ju Ju Wah
      • 7. You Are My Only Love
      • 8. Let's Get Together
      • 9. Little Flea
      • 10. Give Me Bread
      • 11. Cross My Heart
      • 12. We Will Live And Love
      • 13. Gee Whiz
      • 14. Miss Cushie
      • 15. Young Wings Can Fly
      • 16. Adults Only
      • 17. Dr Paul (Aka Smokey Places)
      • 18. I'm Moving On
      • 19. Cool It
      • 20. Come Let Us Dance
      • 21. Anything You Want
      • 22. I'm Yours Forever
      • 23. Coming On The Scene
      • 24. Lonesome Lover
      • 25. Soul Drums
      • 26. Call Of The Drums