Name: Trodding Carlton Livingston by Carlton Livingston
Duration: 2 min 18 s
Description: Original "Studio1" track played by "STURGAV"

where yuh know mi incle from, uncle massive live and living colours

All time classic hear!  Love the bass heavy mix 

George Nooks TRIBAL WAR

Barry Brown - Dem A Fight

SUGAR MINOTT - OH MR. DC

(Movie Star Riddim ) - Dennis Brown - Ghetto Girl

01. Delroy Wilson - Dancing Mood

She will take us by the hand
and lead us into wonderland. 

I.M. Sinead O Connor, a tribute to her. 
Vocals: Martijn Benders and Veronique Hogervorst. 
Clavinet: Martijn Benders
Other instrumentation: the Benders
Great cameo by Jim.

Wonderland Hymn - Berry Lee Berry & The Benders

Original "Studio1" track played by "STURGAV"

Trodding Carlton Livingston

Jack Ruby Presents The Black Foundation

Mosiah Garvey

Bunny Brown - Queen Majesty

After making his mark as lead singer with popular vocal trio, the Versatiles, Keith ‘Junior’ Byles embarked on a hugely successful solo career, writing and recording a series of hugely succeesful songs, which included ‘Beat Down Babylon’, ‘Da Da’, ‘A Place Called Africa’, ‘Curly Locks’ and ‘Fade Away’. But as the 1970s progressed, health problems increasingly affected his career and by the eighties he had all but withdrawn from the music business.

Earl "Chinna" Smith was only 19 in 1974 when he wrote and produced Fade Away, which is inspired by a line from Psalms 18. The song was recorded at Channel One with Theophilus "Snapping" Beckford on piano, Carlton "Santa" Davis on drums and George "Fuilly" Fullwood playing bass.

By 1975, Byles' health had begun to decline. Suffering from depression, he was deeply affected by the death of Haile Selassie, unable to reconcile this with his belief in Selassie's divinity, and attempted suicide.  He was admitted to Bellevue Hospital, after which his health continued to decline. Although he had regular spells in the hospital, he continued to record, reworking "King of Babylon" for Winston Holness, working again with Campbell, and recording a cover of The Archies' "Sugar Sugar" with Big Youth. By the end of 1976, he had all but vanished from the music scene, with a comeback attempted in 1978, recording two singles for Joe Gibbs. It was clear that he was still not well, however, and it would be 1982 before he re-emerged, working with New York City label Wackie's. Progress on a planned new album was slow, and Byles was beset by tragedy when his mother died, and he lost his home in a fire. His wife and children also emigrated to the United States, and aside from a few singles, Byles would release nothing until 1986's Rasta No Pickpocket album. The album did not, however, see a long-lived upturn in Byles' fortunes, and by the following year, he was living on the street, scavenging for food in dumpsters, and begging from passers-by. Although rumors of his death have been circulating it appears he is still alive and living in Jamaica.

Junior Byles- Fade Away

Blender brings this legacy to his new label, Island Splash Entertainment. Most of the songs on the Higher Heights Revolution album are self-produced and contain Blender’s stamp, conscious roots reggae music. 

The album’s tracks include Blender’s perspective on his five year hiatus from the recording studio ‘Bubbaru’ and is followed by ‘Hold On In Deh’, Blender’s salve for anyone who has faced adversity.  Blender doesn’t hold back on the truth in ‘When You Wrong You Wrong.’ In another track, ‘Conference Table’, his faith leads him to remind us that Jah should be involved in everything we do.  

The melody on this track takes you back to the times when true music lovers would adjust the base and treble up!  With the song ‘Ali Ali Ho’ Blender is singing a prayer, singing praises to Jah, “Onto thee oh Jah, we lift up our heads so we can get our daily bread. Without you oh father, we don’t know what would we do…when the tide gets high and there is no place to hide, under Jah wings we do abide.” The song ‘Lion Crown’ holds a special place in Bender’s heart, as he is accompanied by his daughter Isha, singing praises, saluting Jah with special drumming sequences geared to awaken the hearts of the listener.  Another combination song ‘Conserve’ with DJ Engee dadon, rounds out the album of 15 songs.     

Babbaru - Everton Blender

Carlton Livingston, the fourth of six children, was born in the parish of St. Mary, Jamaica. At an early age he began to sing in church this is where he discovered his musical gift. Carlton mother Beryl and his older sisters were all very active in their church choir and play a part in influencing and giving Carlton a base to start his musical journey.
   Around 1970 he relocated to Kingston with his family where he attended Vauxhall Secondary School. While attending school he started a sound system with his friends named “Fantastic Three”. After graduating from Vauxhall he attended Trench Town Comprehensive high school. In that period of time he also met “Tony Walcott” who refined his style of singing.1978 Tony took him to Channel One Records to record: (Tale of Two Cities) he also took him to the legendary  (Studio One Records) this led to such hits as (Why) (Here I Stand) and (Predictions). After leaving school he was approached by Leon and Chester Symoie from (Trillseekers) label to record some songs this led to Carlton first Lp titled “Soweto”.

 The early eighties was a busy time in his career recording opportunities started to materialize for Carlton he recorded (Mr. Dj) (Cuss Rasta) for U Browns label (Trodding) (Tricks) for Sly and Robbie “Taxi” label. Carlton also recorded for Clive Jarrett’s “Dynamite Record Label” out of this session came the massive hit (Rumors) (Marie) and (Confusion).

 1980 saw Carlton success grew to great heights in Jamaica, Europe and North America. At this point he recorded his second Lp (Trodding) It was around this time he went on tour that covered North America.

 Carlton immigrates to the United States about 1982 where he continues to record the first producer that approached him was Clive Busy and he recorded (Cold Winter). Carlton was introduced to Percy Chin and Hyman Wright from “Jah Life Records” This combination led to the dancehall anthem (100 lb. A Collie Weed) The Lp of the same name was released by "Greensleeves Record” In that same period he also recorded a couple of songs for “Wackies"
Carlton also released in 1994 a self-produced CD (Emotions) the next year (Un-Forgiven) was also released followed by a compilation of his hits (Retrospect)

 While on tour in Europe along side “Soul Stereo” he linked up wit Grant Phabao from “T.I.M.E.C” records and recorded (Bridge Of Life) From that Lp (Running For My Life) was included in the Movie “Paris”. 2016 the acclaimed (Message to you) Rudie appeared on the sound track of Jon Favereau’s move “Chef”. Carlton has been hailed as one of the best singer/songwriter of his time. He has worked with many of the greatest reggae producers and artists such as “Lone Ranger” “Gregory Isaac” “Dennis Brown”. His songs has been covered by artist’s like "Carl Meeks” “Shine head” “Sanchez” and Hip Hop artists the like's of "KRS One" "Ja Rule”. Today Carlton is still recording and touring and is always in demand for his killer dub plates.

Trodding Carlton Livingston

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