Another great video and great selection of vinyl too, especially the first tune. The sub-genre of reggae soul covers really does have some fantastic tracks out there, and you chose some gems!
I recognize "Dark End of the Street" from The Commitments! As an American I'm embarrassed to admit that I've learned about a lot of American music from people in the British Isles. You, Madame Cyn, The Commitments, the Stones, Zeppelin...
I love reggae covers, it is an institution in Jamaica even today, although I don’t think royalties were paid out very often lol My current passion are reggae 12 inch singles from 70’s with the version or dub on the b side, outstanding. I’ve been digging up copies for $2, $5, up to $10 for rare ones
I don’t think I’ve heard a bad version of Dark End Of The Street, Jon. Have you heard Frank Black’s take on it? It’s on his Honeycomb album. Frank does soul.
Hi John, I've enjoyed ploughing thru all your posts, even though I'm not a Vinyl collector ! but I love and collect music and enjoy the new (old) artists that you've introduced me to. I've managed to get the Clydie King and Cousteau albums on CD, more to follow....also enjoy the pub posts, keep it up ! If you haven't yet, I suggest you check out Broadway Records in Fulham (only open on Saturdays) and Ben's in Guildford; both amazing crate diving options, especially for you who collect 45's.
@@6inchpianist Hi John, are you in Birmingham? it would be great if we could meet when I come up from London again? If ok, let's swop mobile numbers. Cheers Luyton
Hey! These mostly work great, but I don't know about Pata Pata. The rhythms are all over the place, it's like it's trying to pull itself apart. But I love that they tried.
Totally ignorant as to the origins of the songs but all done in that skinhead reggae style to me. So many subsidiary labels etc... that make that genre so interesting to collect . I managed to pick up some reggae 7" singles myself over the past couple of weeks,including a copy of "Wet Dream" by Max Romeo...only ever owned that one via compilation albums,until now 👍👍👍
Hi Nick. I thought you’d appreciate a few of those. It’s always nice to find reggae 7” singles. There’s a real romance about them. It doesn’t matter if they aren’t in perfect shape. A pops and crackles add to the atmosphere. Cheers!
@@6inchpianist I've no problem with the the odd snap,crackle & pop. I appreciate how difficult it can be to find these records and how expensive some of them are in tip top condition 👍👍👍
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Five great tunes! Thanks for the education. ✌🏽
Another great video and great selection of vinyl too, especially the first tune. The sub-genre of reggae soul covers really does have some fantastic tracks out there, and you chose some gems!
Thanks very much! You can’t beat a good reggae cover version 👍👍
Like that version of Pata Pata. I was just thinking about how I loved the look of those labels and then you said it lol. Great tunes John! Cheers.
Cheers Andy! The cover of Pata Pata isn’t quite as good as the original but it’s close. 👍👍
another killer video! Thumbs up! Trish
Thanks Trish! 👍👍
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I recognize "Dark End of the Street" from The Commitments! As an American I'm embarrassed to admit that I've learned about a lot of American music from people in the British Isles. You, Madame Cyn, The Commitments, the Stones, Zeppelin...
Hi Maria. We all learn from Madam Cyn 😀
I love reggae covers, it is an institution in Jamaica even today, although I don’t think royalties were paid out very often lol
My current passion are reggae 12 inch singles from 70’s with the version or dub on the b side, outstanding. I’ve been digging up copies for $2, $5, up to $10 for rare ones
Hi Dean. I’m with you on the reggae 12”s. Those wide grooves make the bass sound even deeper on those dub versions. Cheers! John
So, just point me to the compilation that has all these on it, and we’re good to go, John. Loved that version of “Dark End of the Street!”
I don’t think I’ve heard a bad version of Dark End Of The Street, Jon. Have you heard Frank Black’s take on it? It’s on his Honeycomb album. Frank does soul.
Chosen Few? I liked em in the last vid and diggin’ this too.....hiya John cool labels and of course the drops ....🍻 cheers 🍻
Cheers Lis. Yeah, the Chosen Few certainly had the vocal chops. Take care. Cheers!
Hi John, I've enjoyed ploughing thru all your posts, even though I'm not a Vinyl collector ! but I love and collect music and enjoy the new (old) artists that you've introduced me to. I've managed to get the Clydie King and Cousteau albums on CD, more to follow....also enjoy the pub posts, keep it up ! If you haven't yet, I suggest you check out Broadway Records in Fulham (only open on Saturdays) and Ben's in Guildford; both amazing crate diving options, especially for you who collect 45's.
Hey! Glad you got the Cousteau and Clydie King albums. Both are great listens. Thanks for the record shop suggestions. I’ll try to get to them both 👍👍
@@6inchpianist Hi John, are you in Birmingham? it would be great if we could meet when I come up from London again? If ok, let's swop mobile numbers. Cheers Luyton
Hey! These mostly work great, but I don't know about Pata Pata. The rhythms are all over the place, it's like it's trying to pull itself apart. But I love that they tried.
Totally ignorant as to the origins of the songs but all done in that skinhead reggae style to me.
So many subsidiary labels etc... that make that genre so interesting to collect .
I managed to pick up some reggae 7" singles myself over the past couple of weeks,including a copy of "Wet Dream" by Max Romeo...only ever owned that one via compilation albums,until now 👍👍👍
Hi Nick. I thought you’d appreciate a few of those. It’s always nice to find reggae 7” singles. There’s a real romance about them. It doesn’t matter if they aren’t in perfect shape. A pops and crackles add to the atmosphere. Cheers!
@@6inchpianist
I've no problem with the the odd snap,crackle & pop.
I appreciate how difficult it can be to find these records and how expensive some of them are in tip top condition 👍👍👍