Ancient Of Days

Vocal by King Kong ;
Riddim by B-no ; 

Special dubplate for my Upfull Posse

B-no ft. King Kong - Rumble jumble life

The Crystalites - Stranger in Town / Sleng Teng Extravaganza riddim mix - 1985 Master Mega Hits Jammy records digi dancehall / Victor Rice and Mercurias - Carregar / Hugh Mundell - Great Tribulation / Twinkle Brothers - Rasta P'on Top / Kibir La Amlak - Mental Freedom / Daba Makourejah feat Mahom dub - Ganja Tree

5 Twinkle Brothers - Rasta P'on Top

Riddim Colony - Stronger

Rebel’s Prayer  powerful Roots Reggae & Dancehall fusion built on heavy drums, deep bass and the spirit of resistance.
The vocals rise like a call for justice — honest, emotional, unbroken. The rap section brings raw street energy, sharp lines and a militant flow that cuts straight through the mix.
The song grows like a collective prayer: whispered at first, then rising into a chant that refuses to fade.
A track about courage, unity and the unstoppable voice of freedom.
Alan-B-K – The Human · Art of Sound

Rebel’s Prayer

Special mix of the song "Give Thanks & Praises" by Freddie McGregor alongside Cali P, available on digital from the compilation "Songs Of Liberation vol. 3" or on limited 7" vinyl right here : https://www.discogs.com/sell/item/314725320

"Give Thanks & Praises" FREDDIE McGREGOR & CALI P available on 7"

Artist: Dark Angel aka Mowty Mahlyka
Produced By: Lion Riddims
Unity Riddim
Recorded At: Spectacular Recordings Ltd
Artwork: All courtesy of UGM Network




NOBODY HEARS -MOWTY MAHLYKA

Teknikal Dubs ft Micah Shemaiah, Rassi Hardknocks & Natty Chaps - Style

"LOVE DUB" : Brain Damage feat. Ras Michael
extracted from "Talk The Talk" LP, out oct. 21 on Jarring Effects
#talkthetalk #walkthewalktheserie
→ www.brain-damage.fr/music/new-album-talk-the-talk
→ Itunes : http://apple.co/2dcpi9f
→ Video : http://bit.ly/2d8nLBx
→ www.brain-damage.fr/videos/wtw-the-webserie



« Talk the Talk »
• Jarring Effects
Featuring Horace Andy, Willi Williams, Winston McAnuff, Kiddus I, Ras Michael, Sam Clayton Jr, Stephen Stewart and Mc Father Wee Pow from the Mighty Stone Love.

In 2015, Brain Damage presented the album « Walk The Walk » — seen now by many as a centerpiece of his discography —, featuring 10 original songs, composed in collaboration with the legendary Horace Andy, Willi Williams, Winston Mc Anuff, Ras Michael and Kiddus I, that he met in Kingston, Jamaica, at mythical Harry J Studio. One year later, we therefore welcome the release of « Talk The Talk », gathering the dub versions of these tracks.

To highlight each of them, the producer chose to have them vocally introduced, as it used to be good form to back in the days, calling on another legend in the person of Father Wee Pow, founder of the major Jamaican sound-system Stone Love, that call all the shots on the Island since … 1972 … Each dub version then develops with lots of echoes, Singers Talk The Talkreverberations, surprises, fake accidents and true mastery through sound texture manipulation, sometimes bruitist, juxtaposed with Elders’ firing choruses, appearing here and there as references to the original versions. Also of note is that each track systematically concluded by vocal interventions in the form of the singers’ interview extracts, taken from talks that were conducted following the studio sessions at Harry J Studio, one year earlier, thanks to the complicity of the two producers, Sam Clayton Jr and Stephen Stewart, without whom, none of this would have been possible.

Ironically, if Brain Damage is acclaimed for many years as one of the leading activists of the French and international dub scene, « Talk The Talk » feels like his first proper dub album. May it sound like an exercise in style, it is mainly a cornerstone within a wider project, complemented by another essential part to its understanding, this time in the form of a documentary.

Joined during his Jamaican journey by the director Wasaru, it seems obvious to Brain Damage that what they got here with « Walk The Walk » extends way beyond the artistic realm: listening to these living legends telling about their childhood memories has indeed a true heritage significance. Between a photograph of Jamaican life of the 60s & 70s, anecdotes about mythical figures and historic milestones of the Island, and personal confidences, these are as many stories within the history, narrated in this 8 episode documentary series.
The phrase “talk the talk, walk the walk” meaning “backing up one’s rhetoric with deeds”, perfectly reflects this project as a whole, as each of its dimensions has be considered, and intellectualized, before its very completion.


► FATHER WEE POW from the mighty Stone Love

Winston « Wee Pow » Powell founded Stone Love sound system in 1972. Soon well known for its sound quality, it quickly becomes one of the most popular in Jamaica. Still active nowadays, it is a true institution in itself, and by extension, a trend indicator whose influences regularly spread throughout the world, like each musical movement that developed in Jamaica for many years. One of the longevity secrets of Wee Pow’s project seems to stem from his excellence in the art of bringing together around himself, the very cream of the crop of Djs and selecters of the Island, bringing a fresh and young perspective necessary to constantly reinvent itself.

Talk the talk

Love dub (feat. Ras Michael)

featured on the 2008 release 
Roots garden records 
“Showcase Part 1”

( issued on 12" vinyl and digital download)

Produced and mixed by Nick Manasseh 
featuring: Johnny Osbourne, Chezidek 
Bob Skeng and Dark Angel

Catalogue number RGR:SC001

Tracks 7 & 8

Reggae veteran Johnny Osbourne is one of Jamaica’s best-loved singers with scores of hit tunes from nearly four decades for the likes of Winston “Bam Bam” Riley, Studio One, King Jammys,
Channel 1, Bobby Digital and countless others. His hits span
over 30 years and include “Truths and Rights”, “Folly Ranking”,
“Buddy Bye-Bye”, “Come Back Darling”, 
“Give a Little Love” and “Water Pumping”.

“Black Starliner” was first heard as a Sound System dubplate special, eventually released by Roots Garden to popular demand on 7inch single in 2005(RGR:001). Quickly selling out, the song gained massive air play on radio stations worldwide and became a much sought-after modern day roots classic on the European sound system circuit.

Manasseh totally reworks the original rhythm track for the remix
with more of a contemporary feel, yet with obvious references
to the early 1980’s Roots Radics era of ‘dancehall’ roots hits
mixed by Scientist. Johnny Osbourne’s baritone vocal takes a
fresh approach to the popular repatriation theme by
addressing the issue from a sharper angle:
”you wait for the Black Starliner, and you never want to
go a Africa, you never want to hear the words of Jah Jah,
you never read up the holy scripture, you never respect
one another, and yet your waiting for the Black Starliner?!”


Roots Garden Showcase Part 1

Black Starliner (Remix)

Johnny Osbourne - "Black Starliner" (remix) / Manasseh - "Liner Version"

JAH SCREW GLAD SAY ME COME DUB

Mark Wonder, born Mark Andrew Thompson in Kingston, Jamaica, is truly a Jamaican wonder. Although Jamaica has no shortage of roots singers, Mark Wonder is a musical force that must be reckoned with. He has been blessed with an awesome musical talent. His powerful and infectious vocal delivery and master song crafting cannot be disputed. One can simply not resist singing or rocking to his quality creations which have a universal appeal whether he is praising the Almighty, chanting revolutionary songs laced with social commentary, or keeping the fire of the ancient ones ablaze. His joyful expressions and contagious love songs are also exemplary of the breathtaking quality and range of this amazing and gifted singer. Mark Wonder was influenced by his mother’s love for music and her record collection that included the great early R&B classics of The Impressions, Sam Cooke, Otis Redding, Marvin Gaye, Aretha Franklin, Smokey Robinson, Patti Labelle and Stevie Wonder from whom he has adopted the name “Wonder”. He was also influenced by foundation Jamaican music from artists like Burning Spear, Alton Ellis, Marcia Griffiths, Bob Andy, Heptones, Ken Boothe, Black Uhuru, Beres Hammond, Third World, Barrington Levy, The Wailers with Bob, Peter and Bunny, and Dennis Brown who in particular inspired him to become a singer. He developed his craft around the sound system in and around his community. From there he got the opportunity to go to the recording studio.Intérêts :King Jammy was his first stop where he did one recording. Not getting enough attention he moved on to neighboring Black Scorpio which eventually launched his recording career. “Caution” was his very first vinyl single. Then came “Girl I Love Your Style” and “A We Rule” – all on the Black Scorpio imprint. A string of singles followed on other small labels and Mark was on his way to realize his vision. He has grown tremendously creating a unique style of his own and is now considered one of the best vocalists in roots reggae. Even Jamaica’s Daily Gleaner newspaper took notice and has described him as “a sound very reminiscent of Garnet Silk.” But Mark sees himself as just another instrument and considers it always an honor to blow the trumpet in a vocal tone. This son of the Tribe of Levi continues to record for many labels and has forged respect and admiration from established and budding international roots labels such as Al.Ta.Fa.An., Addis Records, Bobby Digital, Soundproof Productions, Special Delivery, Pow Pow, World-A-Music, 321 Strong and Acoustic Vibes with whom he coproduced quite a few impressive singles with other artists.Style de musique :Mark has done several collaborative recordings with prominent reggae artists from Sizzla to Germany’s number one reggae artist, Gentleman. Mark has recorded several albums to date which include “Signs of the Times”, “Jeremiah”, “Break The Ice”, and a live album which was recorded in 2001 in Switzerland titled, “Mark Wonder Live at the Couple With Special Guest Prince Theo and the New Land Band.” “Break The Ice” brought out the powerful single “Rainbow Child”. Now Mark Wonder has started his own imprint, Battle-Axe Productions, and set his sights on controlling his own music. “Victory-The Mystery Unfolds”, his first project is a masterful and well-crafted production decorated with lush horns and arrangements. The potent lyrical vibrations touch a range of issues including social commentary. Mark has widely toured Europe where he has steadily been building a solid fan base. In the U.S. he has created a huge impact especially on the west coast receiving tremendous response and rave reviews for his wonderful vocal styling and energetic live performances. “I-man deh pon the mission, yeah, as one of the militant soldiers, and as a son of Levi, I-man know what I duty is. The music is the source I and I use to deliver I and I message and always glorifying his Imperial Majesty Emperor Haile Selassie I.” Mark Wonder strives, through his music, to educate, inspire and bring consciousness with a spiritual essence and cultural awareness to listeners.

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