REGGAE OLD SCHOOL CLASSICS 2022

​​Iconic reggae and dancehall producer King Jammy (Lloyd James) digs into his master recording archive and brings the legendary Gregory Isaacs' late 1980s/1990s digi catalog to a new generation by pairing him with veterans Shaggy, Sean Paul, Bounty Killer, Junior Reid, Chaka Demus, Alborosie, Bunny General, and Ras Shiloh and now generation artists Jesse Royal, Projexx, Aza Lineage, Ras Demo, Brandon The Messenjah, Claire Angel, and Flinix. Riddims include the popular "China Town" (popularized by Shabba Ranks and Home T), which Sean Paul rides on "Another Try," his update of Isaacs' "Let's Give It Ah Try." Singer Alborosie goes into the deep catalog with his update of Isaacs' "Over The Bridge," remade as "Dreadlocks Bridge." Each artist works in tandem with Isaacs from the multi-track master recordings, a follow-up to a series that began with New Sounds Of Freedom (Black Uhuru) and King Jammy Presents Dennis Brown Tracks Of Life.

Rebirth Of The Cool Ruler is available on a 15 track CD, 12 track vinyl LP and all digital platforms.


Gregory Isaacs - Singer, Cool Ruler

Gregory Isaacs, OD, (1951-2010) is one of the most important and prolifc singers in Jamaican music history. His "Night Nurse" (1982) is one of the most popular and recognizable songs in the entire reggae cannon, streaming more than 100 million, as of 2023. One of the cream of reggae's gifted crop of singers to emerge in the 70s, he remained relevant for decades, finding his stride at the apex of the Lovers Rock era, with "Night Nurse," "Top Ten," "My Only Lover," and "Soon Forward" helping define the genre. He stayed at the top of the game as reggae embraced digital production, with the iconic "Rumours" for Gussie Clarke and the iconic album Red Rose For Gregory (Greensleeves, 1988).

Isaacs first recorded for King Jammy in 1986 and saw the release of albums Come Along, Let's Go Dancing, and Heartbreaker, between 1987 and 1989, plus dozens of singles over the following decade. Jammy's recalls as much as seven albums' worth of material being recorded. Isaacs' history with VP dates to the Randy's era in Kingston, and the early years of VP Records in New York, when his now classic LP Mr. Isaacs was first distributed.

King Jammy - Producer

Born Lloyd James and initially known as Prince Jammy, he became the undisputed King when digital production took over Jamaican music in the mid-1980s. His influence on the development of dub music and reggae production is incalculable.

Having refined his mixing acumen under his mentor King Tubby in the late 70s, Jammy developed his own aesthetic as reggae turned the corner into the 1980s, enhanced by access to the most relevant new artists from his neighborhood of Waterhouse. First with Black Uhuru, then with an array of singers including Johnny Osbourne, Barry Brown, Junior Reid, and most famously Wayne Smith, whose "Under Mi Sleng Teng" is considered transitional marker in a globally influential continuum of music.

By the 1990s, King Jammy's productions and his soundsystem were synonymous with reggae and dancehall itself. He has also overseen one of the most successful clashing soundsystems in the world for three decades and was honored with a tribute set at Reggae Sumfest 2023 in Jamaica.

Rebirth Of The Cool Ruler - Gregory Isaacs, King Jammy, & Friends

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Iconic reggae and dancehall producer, King Jammy (Lloyd James), digs into his master recording archive and brings the legendary Gregory Isaacs' late 1980s/1990s catalog to a new generation by pairing him with veterans Shaggy, Sean Paul, Bounty Killer, Junior Reid, Chaka Demus, Alborosie, Bunny General, and Ras Shiloh and now generation artists Jesse Royal, Projexx, Aza Lineage, Ras Demo, Brandon The Messenjah, Claire Angel, and Flinix.

King Jammy, Producer

Born Lloyd James and initially known as Prince Jammy, he became the undisputed King when digital production took over Jamaican music in the mid-1980s. His influence on the development of dub music and reggae production is incalculable.

Having refined his mixing acumen under his mentor King Tubby in the late 70s, Jammy developed his own aesthetic as reggae turned the corner into the 1980s, enhanced by access to the most relevant new artists from his neighborhood of Waterhouse. First with Black Uhuru, then with an array of singers including Johnny Osbourne, Barry Brown, Junior Reid, and most famously Wayne Smith, whose "Under Mi Sleng Teng" is considered transitional marker in a globally influential continuum of music.

By the 1990s, King Jammy's productions and his soundsystem were synonymous with reggae and dancehall itself. He has also overseen one of the most successful clashing soundsystems in the world for three decades and was honored with a tribute set at Reggae Sumfest 2023 in Jamaica.

Gregory Isaacs - Singer, Cool Ruler

Gregory Isaacs, OD, (1951-2010) is one of the most important and prolifc singers in Jamaican music history. His "Night Nurse" (1982) is one of the most popular and recognizable songs in the entire reggae cannon, streaming more than 100 million, as of 2023. One of the cream of reggae's gifted crop of singers to emerge in the 70s, he remained relevant for decades, finding his stride at the apex of the Lovers Rock era, with "Night Nurse," "Top Ten," "My Only Lover," and "Soon Forward" helping define the genre. He stayed at the top of the game as reggae embraced digital production, with the iconic "Rumours" for Gussie Clarke.

You Can Have The Bits Feat. Projexx

Lost My Happiness Feat. Chaka Demus

Another Try feat. Sean Paul

Dance With Me Feat. Ras Demo

It Go So Feat. Shaggy

First Class Lover Feat. Aza Lineage

Don't Take Your Love From Me Feat. Jesse Royal

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Only Fans

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"Feel the rhythm, hear the truth - Pourquoi with Dajla and Stephen Marley”

Introducing the newest release from singer Dajla - "Pourquoi" featuring reggae royalty Stephen Marley, produced by none other than 7-time Grammy Award winner, "Commissioner" Gordon Williams.

This collaboration is a true meeting of musical minds, blending Dajla's soulful vocals with Stephen Marley's signature reggae sound. And with the unparalleled production skills of "Commissioner" Gordon Williams, this single is sure to be a hit.

"Pourquoi" is a track that speaks to the heart and soul of reggae music, with lyrics that touch on themes of love, unity, and social justice. Dajla's emotive delivery is matched by Stephen Marley's powerful presence, creating a song that is both uplifting and thought-provoking.

So get ready to feel the rhythm and hear the truth - "Pourquoi" with Dajla and Stephen Marley.

Stream "Pourquoi" x Dajla feat. Stephen Marley on :
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You Can Have The Bits Feat. Projexx

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