Tuesday 31 March 2009

5 The Hard Way D.J. Clash '86

Some of Jammys most popular songs in 1986, one of Admiral Bailey's biggest succeses ever is present: "Politician". A good overview of the producer and the artists in that period.

Sunday 29 March 2009

D.J. Confrontation


"Agony", another rhythm with more then a passing resemblance to the initial "Sleng Teng" rhythm, is given a serious seeing-to by ten deejays, two of whom enjoyed massive hits with their cuts: Admiral Bailey, with "Big Belly Man", and Major Worries, with "Me No Response".

Carl Meeks - Jackmandora


Carl Meeks 1989 album, all tracks produced by George 'The Photographer' Lemon, digital all the way. Released by Greensleeves

Punaunie



On the Waterhouse label, 10 cuts of King Jammys "Punani" riddim. One of the 14 digital albums King Tubby's ever produced.

Ten To One


Ten Jammy's cuts to King Tubby's "Tempo", a near relation to his own "Sleng Teng". His Initial hit on the rhythm - Nitty Gritty's "Hog Ina Me Minty" - is replaced with another cut by the singer, while johnny Osbourne, Little John, Tonto Irie and Junior Delgado are among those helping to make up for Tubby never releasing a version album of his most successful digital rhythm.

Sleng Teng Extravaganza Vol. 1 & 2



Using the Sleng Teng rhythm throughout, these albums sold hugely at the time; countless versions later, these remain some of the best.