Reggae Lover

The Shank I Sheck originally was a 1964/1965 Ska instrumental by Baba Brooks with production by King Edward on the Rio Records label. Rio is a subsidiary of Direct Records Ltd. and later Doctor Bird which like the other top Jamaican labels of the 1960’s had most of their releases distributed by Trojan Records. There have been hundreds of songs released on various versions of this instrumental over the decades with many top rated hits peaking in the 1980s and 1990s. The riddim track was a favorite for deejays and singers to perform over and a huge dub plate riddim for sound system selectors to record dub plates on as well. Apple Podcast (iTunes) link: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/reggae-lover/id1126663530?mt=2h Stitcher Radio link: http://www.stitcher.com/podcast/reggae-lover/the-reggae-lover-podast Google Play link: https://play.google.com/music/m/Ixihhi6rfw26zi6333hocwv6diq?t=Reggae_Lover

The Diseases riddim, which is sometimes referred to or known as the Golden Hen riddim. I call it the Worries in the Dance Riddim, but the original version of the instrumental was used for the song entitled "Mad Mad" produced in the 1960s by Coxsone Dodd for his Studio One label featuring Alton Ellis on the main vocals. Therefore the original name of this riddim is Mad Mad. This mix starts with Mad Mad by Alton Ellis and goes all the way to Sizzla in the end. I will publish the Track list later perhaps. If you want the playlist, leave a comment. Thank you for listening to and sharing this. #ReggaeLoverPodcast Apple Podcast (iTunes) link: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/reggae-lover/id1126663530?mt=2h Stitcher Radio link: http://www.stitcher.com/podcast/reggae-lover/the-reggae-lover-podast Google Play link: https://play.google.com/music/m/Ixihhi6rfw26zi6333hocwv6diq?t=Reggae_Lover

The Answer Riddim is a reggae instrumental produced by Clement “Coxsone” Dodd. Slim Smith & The Uniques recorded the tune “I’ll Never Let You Go" at Studio One studios in 1967. Selectors, deejays and backing bands have enjoyed playing the instrumental ever since. Also known as the Never Let Go, this riddim has been remade many times during the past decades. A staple in dancehall music, songs on the Answer riddim still get spun nightly by many DJs and Sound Systems. Playlist: Sister Nancy - Transport Connection Philip Frazer - Never Let Go Al Campbell - Turn Me Loose Brigadier Jerry - Jamaica Jamaica Supercat - History Johnny Osborne - Keep On Moving Slim Smith - Never Let Go The Answer - Lone Ranger Marca Griffiths - I Shall Sing Buju Banton - No Respect Gappy Ranks - Pumpkin Belly Macka B - Never Played A 45 Warrior King - Melody (Tell Me How Me Sound) Tarrus Riley - Protect Your Neck Sugar Minott - Feel The Rydim Sanchez - Take Your Time Anthony Malvo ft. General Degree - Comforter Sizzla - In My Thoughts Beenie Man - Fassy Try To Dis (Too Bad Mind) Edley Shines - Lead Out (dub plate) Anthony B - Global Awareness Junior Kelly - Ghetto Region Half Pint - She’s Fever Marcia Griffiths - Cry No More Sanchez - Groove Me Pinchers - Lift It Up Again Supercat - Vineyard Party Stephen Marley ft. Damian Marley and Buju Banton - Traffic Jam Kahlil Wonda - Outro Apple Podcast (iTunes) link: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/reggae-lover/id1126663530?mt=2h Stitcher Radio link: http://www.stitcher.com/podcast/reggae-lover/the-reggae-lover-podast Google Play link: https://play.google.com/music/m/Ixihhi6rfw26zi6333hocwv6diq?t=Reggae_Lover

There’s a time and place for everything. For every mood, there is a fitting reggae song. I believe in setting the right vibe using the right music. In that same vein, though Beres Hammond is known mostly for excellence in lovers rock, he is not a one-dimensional singer. Beres has many hits in the category of roots, reality, and culture. He has voiced songs simply championing dancehall and sound system culture. He has made political statements and showed his spiritual and philosophical sides on many records. This mix goes into the many moods of Beres. Beres Roots Playlist: Nothing No Go So Ain’t It Good To Know ft. Buju Banton Hold On Friends Cry No More Freedom Call On the Father Siren Where is the Love ft. Sugar Minott and Tony Rebel Selector Pull Up Jamaica International Dance Do the Right Thing Keeping it Real Putting Up Resistance Resistance ft. U-Roy One Love One Life Picking Up The Pieces Come Down Father What A Gwan Do You Pray Giving Thanks Do It Now Warriors Don’t Cry Be Strong Be Proud ft. Assassin Love In The Streets ft. Assassin, Buju Banton and I-Octane I’m Gonna Do My Best ft. Buju Banton You Stand Alone Moment In Time Talking Africa Apple Podcast (iTunes) link: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/reggae-lover/id1126663530?mt=2h Stitcher Radio link: http://www.stitcher.com/podcast/reggae-lover/the-reggae-lover-podast Google Play link: https://play.google.com/music/m/Ixihhi6rfw26zi6333hocwv6diq?t=Reggae_Lover

Reggae Lover by Highlanda Sound presents a Beres Hammond tribute mix. 'The Honorable' Beres Hammond is an iconic Jamaican reggae singer. Known in particular for being a pioneer in lovers rock music he is a top class entertainer. No matter the mood, listening to Beres sing always makes it better. He is celebrated for passionate singing, superb songwriting, professionalism, and consummate showmanship. Beres has landed hit after hit dating back to the 1980s. He is a true living legend. Please enjoy the sweet sounds of a Beres Hammond in this episode of Reggae Lover by Highlanda Sound. Beres Hammond Playlist: Always Be There Keep Me Warm In My Arms River Bank Groovy Little Thing No Love Until We Love No Disturb Sign See You Again They Gonna Talk A Place For You Full Attention See You Tomorrow Can’t Walk Away Love From A Distance Can’t Stop A Man From Trying Fight This Feeling ft. Shaggy Dancing Beauty La la la Left Me Crying My Woman Now ft. Buju Banton Tempted To Touch Love Mi Haffi Get ft. Cutty Ranks Live On ft. Marcia Griffiths (Alternative Mix) Feeling Lonely ft. Mad Cobra Respect To You Baby Show It Off Come Back Home Pride and Joy Can’t Say I Never Tried No Goodbye Feel Good What A Night ft. Queen Ifrica Still Will Be Heaven A Little More Time ft. Buju Banton Double Trouble Who Say ft. Buju Banton Sweetness Kids Play Doctor’s Orders She Loves Me Now Apple Podcast (iTunes) link: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/reggae-lover/id1126663530?mt=2h Stitcher Radio link: http://www.stitcher.com/podcast/reggae-lover/the-reggae-lover-podast Google Play link: https://play.google.com/music/m/Ixihhi6rfw26zi6333hocwv6diq?t=Reggae_Lover

Rebel with a cause, Jamaican deejay, the music of Josey Wales featured in an exclusive mix. Josey Wales is one of my favorite original deejays. With a career starting in the late 1970s, Josey came to notoriety performing live on U-Roy's King Sturgav sound system. He recorded some of his biggest hits for producer Henry "Junjo" Lawe's Volcano record label and was a dominant figure while touring with the Volcano sound system. Wales is considered to be one of the best dancehall toasters of the 1980s dancehall era. A confident entertainer with a powerful presence on stage, Josey Wale's voice was rough and gritty. His lyrics embodied the content of a street-side reporter, comedian, and motivational speaker. Josey Wales Playlist: Rebel With A Cause ft. Luciano and Charlie Chaplin Weh Dem A Go Do Bobo Dread You Nuh Wrong Fe Send Come Call Me Pick Your Choice ft. Barrington Levy Everyone Hustling Grooving Swing Low ft. Charlie Chaplin Do Good ft. Charlie Chaplin, Yami Bolo, and Jack Radics Whole Heap of Corn Bowl Dem Sweet Jamaica Vibes ft. Mr. Vegas and Shaggy Na Lef Jamaica Free and Single ft. Beres Hammond Right Move Stamp Out Kingston Hot Ready Fi Josey Leggo Me Hand Know How Fi Love Dem Up ft. Assassin Apple Podcast (iTunes) link: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/reggae-lover/id1126663530?mt=2h Stitcher Radio link: http://www.stitcher.com/podcast/reggae-lover/the-reggae-lover-podast Google Play link: https://play.google.com/music/m/Ixihhi6rfw26zi6333hocwv6diq?t=Reggae_Lover

This episode starts with early rocksteady then goes back in time to original vintage ska.   For those who are not familiar with ska, I will attempt to give you a brief history. Ska music originated in Jamaica in the 1950s and became popular in the 1960s. When you listen to ska lyrics and melodies you must keep a few things in mind: 1 - Ska had an uptempo beat for dancing and required very energetic dance moves. It's based on Mento (Jamaican folk music) and Caribbean Calypso mixed with classic American R&B. 2 - Jamaica gained independence from Great Britain in 1962 with ska as the soundtrack. This music is the island's 1st true ‘pop' genre and there is a sense of new national pride in some of the lyrics. 3 - An influx of youth moved from outlying areas of the island to Kingston to look for work. Unable to make a living, many teens resorted to illegal activities. This set the stage for what became known as the “rude boy” subculture, another major source of lyrics in early ska. In the late 1960s the pace of the ska beat slowed down and a new, slower genre called rocksteady emerged. Rocksteady only remained popular from 1966 to 1968. Then reggae music hit the town and spread like wildfire.   Ska caught on in the British market from 1960 to 1967. Many British ska record labels popped up on the scene releasing music that featured Jamaican artists and musicians. The skinhead and punk communities also embraced the music. Ska experienced a revival with a second wave of popularity driven by UK bands in the 1970s.  Traditional ska transformed with the hard edge of punk rock among other influences.   The third wave of popularity began in the 1980s and continued into the 1990s. By then most continents had a growing ska presence. Ska bands such as No Doubt, Sublime, and Fishbone led the way in the United States and had major commercial success.   Playlist: Johnny Clarke - Move Out of Babylon Burning Spear - Marcus Garvey Carl Dawkins - Baby I Love You Derrick Morgan - Tougher Than Tough Peter Tosh and The Soulmates - Rudie’s Medley Desmond Dekker - 007 (Shanty Town) Lloyd Robinson - No More Trouble Alton Ellis and The Flames - Cry Tough Alton Ellis and The Flames - Blessing of Love Hopeton Lewis - Take It Easy Alton Ellis - Girl I’ve Got a Date U-Roy - Wake the Town U-Roy - I Can’t Love Another Ken Boothe - The Train is Coming Bob Andy - I’ve Got to Go Back Home Delroy Wilson - Dancing Mood Jimmy Cliff - The Harder They Come Paragons - Happy Go Lucky Girl Eric Morris - If I Didn’t Love You The Melodians - Rivers of Babylon Stranger Cole - Rough and Tough Theophilus Beckford - Easy Snappin’ Bob and Marcia - Young Gifted and Black Prince Buster - Hard Man Fe Dead The Maytals - Six and Seven Books of Moses The Skatalites - Guns of Navarone Derrick Morgan - Forward March Prince Buster - Al Capone Derrick Morgan - The Hop Derrick Morgan - Housewives Choice Don Drummond - Man in the Street The Folkes Brothers - Oh Carolina Bob Marley - Judge Not Jimmy Cliff - Miss Jamaica Alton Ellis and The Flames - Dance Crasher Justin Hinds and The Dominoes - Carry Go Bring Come The Wailers - Simmer Down Laurel Aitken - Boogie in My Bones Clancy Eccles - Sammy No Dead Baba Brooks - Girl’s Town Ska Owen Gray - Midnight Track Millie Small - My Boy Lollipop Apple Podcast (iTunes) link: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/reggae-lover/id1126663530?mt=2h Stitcher Radio link: http://www.stitcher.com/podcast/reggae-lover/the-reggae-lover-podast Google Play link: https://play.google.com/music/m/Ixihhi6rfw26zi6333hocwv6diq?t=Reggae_Lover

It was a time when Bounty Killer was given the title “Poor People Governor” and had a streak of hit songs banned from radio airplay in Jamaica because he spoke out against corruption and divisiveness in political policies and sang about ineptitude and abuse by local law enforcement. There was a resurgence of lyrical protest songs uniting and re-energizing the dancehall followers in the streets of Jamaica with positive messages earning the biggest crowd responses. Buju Banton, who emerged as the “Voice of Jamaica” delivered words of wisdom and warning to his fan base and his lyrical ideals deepened right along with his Rastafarian faith. The same went for Capleton who was dominant and was dubbed “The Fire Man.” Capleton burned the hottest fire with a string of releases that dissected and illustrated all the faults he found with “Babylon system” and during his live stage performances, massive eruptions of energy occurred. Artists like Sizzla, Luciano, and Anthony B were also extremely influential within this conscious movement of the 1990s. The up-tempo (dancehall) riddims being produced in this era of Jamaican music offered very diverse story lines so there were songs about the latest dance moves, gunman tunes, girls anthems, and ganja dedications surrounded by songs about spirituality, African liberation, "burning out" current corrupt government officials and taboo trends, or the struggles of the poor in the ghetto. This mix focuses on the danceable selections of that period that kept it real. Reality tunes, similar in content to the roots reggae standards of reggae’s foundation era, but aligned with the most popular riddims that dominated the dancehall. This was the music that could be heard at the climax of sound system sessions primarily from the mid-1990s to the early 2000s. Please press play and take a brief trip back to “fire time.” More Fire! Playlist: Sweet C - Natty Dread Spragga Benz - Moving Up The Line Beenie Man - Music A Di Beat Louie Culture - Ganga Lee Beenie Man - Blessed Bushman ft. I Lue - Send Them Come Zebra - Selassie Warning Capleton - No Carbon Copy Bounty Killer - Babylon System A Go Down Capleton - Good So Buju Banton - Deportees (Tings Change) Beenie Man - Foundation Capleton - Stay Far From Trouble Terry Ganzie - Ragga Ragga Sizzla - Dem A Gaze Capleton - Bad Mind Bounty Killer - Fed Up Spragga Benz - Peace Louie Culture - Don’t Get Weary Capleton - Almshouse Little Hero, Merciless & Action Fire - God Alone Capleton ft. Jah Thunder - Fire Capleton - Badness Sizzla - Karate Buju Banton - Rampage Capleton - Cuyah Cuyah Cuyah Capleton - Things Are Happening Capleton - More Prophet Bounty Killer - Anytime Beenie Man - Gospel Time APPLE PODCAST: SUBSCRIBE OR LISTEN VIA ITUNES https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/reggae-lover/id1126663530?mt=2h GOOGLE PLAY MUSIC: SUBSCRIBE OR LISTEN HERE https://play.google.com/music/m/Ixihhi6rfw26zi6333hocwv6diq?t=Reggae_Lover

Reggae music has always been a beacon of light for those in the face of darkness.  With many people around the world facing crisis situations, I was inspired to scrap the mix that was lined up for release this week and instead build an episode that could refresh, uplift, and inspire positivity for those who face the hardest of times.  Let this be your soundtrack as you work or study and repeat as necessary for positive energy, healing, inspiration, and success.   The first song in this mix sets the tone and captures the overall theme of Reggae Lover Podcast episode 59 quite well.  On this initial track which was produced by Tony English and Daddy Earl, singer Anthony Malvo shows his diversity.  To follow, other songs simply reminding us to give thanks and to praise God are showcased from artists like Junior Reid, Chronixx, Assassin, Gappy Ranks, Sizzla, Gramps Morgan, and Bushman.   Sanchez sings "Amazing Grace" and tells us not to disrespect the Man with the handle, Tenor Saw asks who is gonna help him praise Jehova and Tony Curtis exclaims that his God is real.  Garnet Silk sings a few prayers as soulfully as only he can, while Beres Hammond poses the questions "Do you pray for the homeless in the street, and for the innocent's blood to stop running?"  Anthony B cries that you should remember to put God above your car and your bling, and the Crown Prince of Reggae, Dennis Emmanuel Brown asks God to bless our souls.   To counteract the effects of overwhelming guilty, fearful, and angry emotions that stem from today's mainstream media and entertainment outlets with their shocking sensationalism, hyper-sexualization, and promotion of negativity, Reggae Lover Podcast 59 offers God bless reggae music and a reminder that we have the power to tap into higher levels of consciousness.  Let's give thanks!   Playlist: Anthony Malvo - Give Thanks Sanchez - Never Dis The Man Donna Marie - Bless His Holy Name Tenor Saw - Who's Gonna Help Me Praise Garnet Silk - Bless Me Tony Curtis - My God Is Real Bushman - Fill My Cup Sanchez - Amazing Grace Garnet Silk - Fill Us Up With Your Mercy Chronixx - Beat and A Mic Little Twitch - Devil Send You Come Spragga Benz - Love God and Prosper Junior Reid - Give Thanks Beres Hammond - Do You Pray Garnet Silk - Lord Watch Over Our Shoulders Anthony B - God Above Everything Etana - The Prayer Xodus - Give Thanks Assassin - Give Thanks Sizzla - Thanks and Praise to the Creator Delly Ranx - Jah Jah A Mi Everything Gappy Ranks - Thanks and Praise Garnet Silk - Blessed Be the Almighty Richie Stephens - God Is On My Side Assassin - Only God Knows Gappy Ranks - Lord Have Mercy Bushman - It's So Easy G-Whizz - God A Di Boss Bugle - Prayer Chronixx - Thanks and Praise Chaka Demus - Holy Book  Dennis Brown - God Bless My Soul Gary Minott - Seek God Gramps Morgan - The Almighty APPLE PODCAST: SUBSCRIBE OR LISTEN VIA  ITUNES, https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/reggae-lover/id1126663530?mt=2h GOOGLE PLAY MUSIC: SUBSCRIBE OR LISTEN HERE. https://play.google.com/music/m/Ixihhi6rfw26zi6333hocwv6diq?t=Reggae_Lover

Frankie Paul, the late great dancehall icon sang many classic tunes that will forever extend his legacy. I was inspired to pay tribute to FP because of his beloved voice and his great body of work in the music industry, but unfortunately, he passed away prior to this episode being released. If you are missing Frankie Paul, go ahead and listen to this mix for some upliftment and celebrate our fallen general. Buy his music, share it, and play it. Look into his life story if you are unfamiliar. You will see that foundation reggae artists and musicians do not get their proper due. In far too many cases their careers are “unsung” and their contributions are underrated and forgotten. My thoughts and prayers go out to Frankie Paul’s family and loved ones and I hope that he receives as much recognition as he deserves for being one of the quintessential figures in the history of reggae, Jamaica’s greatest claim to fame. There are many other trailblazers that need to be highlighted and honored. Thank you for taking some time out to download or stream Reggae Lover Podcast Episode 58, a Tribute to Frankie Paul, and a dedication to the reggae lover in you. Frankie Paul Playlist: Worries In the Dance (Trojan version) Don’t Worry Yourself Jah Jah Children Children of Israel Alesha Stars The Girl Is Mine Love Is Like Candy You Came Running Back Sindie Worries In The Dance (Volcano version) Do Good Ready or Not Skettel Pass Di Kushumpeng Loose Off A Dem Pass The Dub Plate Stuck On You Casanova Foreign Mind I Know the Score Come and Talk To Me Agony Steady Skanking I Need You Big and Ready ft. Heavy D, and Super Cat Out Your Mind I Miss Your Love Don Man Where Is That Love Ghetto Man Skank Curfew In the Dance Mistri Lady Giving You the Benefit Cassandra Head To Toe Bring Yu Body Come ft. Buju Banton We Rule The Border Sarah Day Oh Idle Jubie I Just Wanna Love You Call The Brigade Apple Podcast: Subscribe or Listen via iTunes https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/reggae-lover/id1126663530?mt=2h Google Play Music: Subscribe or Listen Here https://play.google.com/music/m/Ixihhi6rfw26zi6333hocwv6diq?t=Reggae_Lover

Known as Jamaica's Song Bird and the Prince of Lovers Rock, who is more deserving of a tribute than Sanchez? If you're into reggae music and of a certain age, then Sanchez is probably one of your favorite singers. With a hit-making career that began in the 1980s with a cover of "Lady in Red," this singer has done it all musically and maintained a classy image throughout. His R&B covers can erase all former knowledge of the original songs. I have witnessed Sanchez walk onto the stage to close shows and capture the hearts of the crowd by singing just a few notes. As I mentioned in the outro of Episode 57, there are many additional hit songs that could have gone into this such as his combination with Bounty Killer, but I wanted to keep the program close to an hour in length. I could go on, but I'll spare you the words. It brings me great pleasure to present the Reggae Lover Podcast's Best of Sanchez Lovers Rock mix. Sanchez Playlist: Love Brown Eyes Still In Love Here I Am Tears On My Pillow Rest Your Head On My Shoulder Soon As I Get Home Love We Had Stays On My Mind Back At One Sometimes Can We Talk My Sweet Thing Wherever I Lay My Hat Lonely Love Me Forever Another Sad Love Song Pretty Girl For You I’m Missing You Going Away ft. Beenie Man Breaking Up Forever If I Ever Fall In Love Some Guys Have All The Luck Just Out Of Reach I Can’t Wait Won’t Last A Day (Day After Day) One In A Million (They Long To Be) Close To You Kiss Me Honey Joy Give It A Chance Don’t Worry Brown Eye Girl Chemistry Old Friends Pretty Looks Three Times A Lady Rearrange My Life Let Me Love You Down ft. Baby Wayne End Of The World Love Songs My Prerogative I Care For You Feel So That Girl Whip Appeal Love Mi Gal Bad ft. Flourgon Sad Songs Cherish The Love itunes link https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/reggae-lover/id1126663530?mt=2h google play link https://play.google.com/music/m/Ixihhi6rfw26zi6333hocwv6diq?t=Reggae_Lover

Experience the Bob Marley tribute event (recorded live on February 12th) that showcased musical selections from some of Atlanta’s top DJ’s including Highlanda Sound, DJ Passport, Black Magic, Natural Vibes and Innocent Sounds and ĀGARD from Brooklyn, New York. It was a musical treat with conscious music flowing through the air. Highlanda.net and The Honorary Citizen presents Rub-A-Dub ATL, 2nd Sundays monthly: A style of Jamaican Reggae, First there was Ska, which evolved into Reggae which has several styles: Rock Steady, Rub-A-Dub, Dancehall etc.

Rub-A-Dub ATL ft. DJ Passport, Highlanda Sound, DJ Rootsqueen, and Jah Prince at Wildpitch on 1.8.17. Reggae party, Rub-A-Dub ATL, is a nightlife event that includes many sub-genres of reggae music including ska, rocksteady, lovers rock, Roots, dub and dancehall with live DJ sets and live music performances monthly on Second Sundays in Atlanta at WildPitch Music Hall. #rubadubatl iTunes Link https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/reggae-lover/id1126663530?mt=2h Google Play Link https://play.google.com/music/m/Ixihhi6rfw26zi6333hocwv6diq?t=Reggae_Lover

Reggae party, Rub-A-Dub ATL, is a nightlife event that includes many sub-genres of reggae music including ska, rocksteady, lovers rock, Roots, dub and dancehall with live DJ sets monthly on Second Sundays in Atlanta at WildPitch Music Hall. https://highlanda.net/rubadubatl/ #rubadubatl

Highlanda Sound and The Honorary Citizen present #RubADubATL every 2nd Sunday. This uniquely flavorful international retro reggae celebration in Atlanta is the premier platform for showcasing, promoting and sharing the vibrancy and variety of reggae culture and music with a broader audience. https://highlanda.net/rubadubatl/