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In the 1950s, Jamaica began to record and release its own Mento music, and the island 's music industry took its first tentative steps. Soon, sound systems appeared and American Rn B shook the island. By 1963, sound system operators were recording up-tempo Ska, symbolizing the optimism of newly independent Jamaica. In 1967, Jamaican music moved toward Rocksteady, which became the foundation for reggae rhythms for decades to come. In the early 1970s dub versions and the deejay gained prominence, and the new consciousness of Jamaicans as Black people became a focal point of the emerging style of Roots Reggae. During the 1980s, the focus shifted again to having fun in the dancehall, and music primarily to be heard in the sound systems became increasingly popular. Known as "Dancehall" music, it went through a digital revolution and the effect of this phenomenon is still being felt today. The blood of reggae continues to run through the various kinds of Jamaican music and there are remarkable recordings from each of these different periods. We aim to accurately cover the 50-plus years of Jamaican music, and pass on many magnificent recordings, which are non-commercial and highly artistic. Carefully handing down the tradition of reggae music - that is Dub Store Records.

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2 brand new singles from a Jamaican legendary guitarist, Earl 'Chinna' Smith's Inna de Yard/High Times label. Check them out!

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Federal Records is a cornerstone in the history of the Jamaican music industry. It was the island's first domestic recording studio and where the pioneers of reggae, such as Sir Clement 'Coxsone' Dodd, Duke Reid and Prince Buster, recorded the earliest examples of popular Jamaican music. The name of the studio's founder, Ken Khouri, is not well known outside of Jamaica, but his contribution to Jamaican music is immeasurable and he is a well-respected figure in his homeland. He left behind many important recordings that should be passed down from generation to generation. This re-issue series will bring discerning listeners remarkable music recorded by Ken Khouri at Federal Records. We would like to dedicate this series to Ken Khouri's lasting contribution to Jamaican music.

On Sale! CD / LP Count Owen & His Calypsonians - Calypsos Down Jamaica Way

On Sale! CD / LP Hopeton Lewis - Take It Easy With The Rock Steady Beat

On Sale! CD / LP Winston Turner Quintet - At the Jamaica Hilton: in the Jippi Jappa Lounge

On Sale! 7inch Vinyl Clive Wilson & The Skatalites - One Ska, One Ounce of Weed, One Beer

On Sale! 7inch Vinyl Don Drummond & The Skatalites - One Beer, One Scotch, One Burbon(Take 1)

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Dub Store Records proudly introduce a new reissue series, The most important member of Wailers Band and one of the most incredible bass players in reggae history, Aston 'Family Man' Barrett's superb 7" single selection and its part 1 features 3 titles!!

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In 1966, Merritone label was founded as a subsidiary of Federal Records when Ska beat was slowing down its tempo to take a next musical form called Rocksteady. From sons of Ken Khouri, Paul and Richard, engineers at the Federal Records to even employees at their pressing plant - all whom involved at the label forwarded Merritone productions in a body. They recorded many songs under Merritone label. However, those only appeared on vinyl records in limited quantities in Jamaica and a small bunch of titles were released on Island label in UK. Some of the recordings never saw the light, some became hardly known and many of them now considered being ultra rare records. Thus the label became a mysterious Rocksteady production in the Jamaican musicology. The label name is originated from Winston Blake's sound system, Merritone. Federal Records, which was the largest record company of the time in Jamaica, often used young talented people like Winston, who knew much about trends of the fraternity for promoting their new materials. Interestingly, Federal Records used even the sound system name in this case. Although Federal Records is known for compositions arranged by Ernest Ranglin, Trinidadian guitarist Lynn Taitt and the Jets were in charge of the Merritone recordings. Lynn Taitt took a prominent role as a forerunner of brand new Rocksteady sounds as he produced like Hopeton Lewis's 'This Music Got Soul.' Merritone recordings were undoubtedly collectives of veteran musicians at Federal Records, high-technology recording facilities, traditions and proud of the record company. Many would still describe the sound so unique, elegant, sophisticated and authentic like no other. As a part of "Story Of Federal Records - Tribute To Kenneth L. Khouri" program, Dub Store Records proudly presents 40 singles from master tapes. Thanks to Paul Khouri, Steve Barrow, Noel Hawks, Jimmy Maloney and Cynthia,

On Sale! 7inch Vinyl Don Henry, Lynn Taitt & The Jet - As Long As I Live On Sale! 7inch Vinyl Joe Higgs, Lynn Taitt & The Jets - You Hurt My Soul

Sold Out 7inch Vinyl Hopeton Lewis, Merritone All Stars - Let Me Come On Home Sold Out 7inch Vinyl The Gaylettes, Lynn Taitt & The Jets - Silent River Runs Deep

Sold Out 7inch Vinyl The Paragons, Lynn Taitt And The Jets - We Were Meant To Be

Sold Out 7inch Vinyl The Minstrels, Lynn Taitt And The Jets - Hey There Lonely Girl

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Federal Records' Kentone label became one of the greatest Ska prodctions in the mid 60's. Thier released materials still depicts the monents when Ska was in its heyday. This reissue programm presented by Dub Store Records include previously unreleased materials.

Sold Out 7inch Vinyl Stranger & Patsy (Backed by The Skatalites) - Word Is Wind

On Sale! 7inch Vinyl Eddie Perkins & Patsy - Take These Chains From My Heart

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With the full respect to the memory of Sir Coxsone, This is the Ultimate Collector's Single Series for all Studio One Fans, recorded especially by the original master tapes owned by the 13 Brentford Road including some of the previously unreleased rare materials.

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40 double A-side singles from Derrick Harriott's vast catalogue between 60's and 80's. Most of these eminent Rocksteady, Instrumentals, Love Songs, Funky Reggae, Rebel Rock and Roots Reggae compositions are taken from the original master tape for this reissue program.

Sold Out 7inch Vinyl Bobby Ellis & The Desmond Miles Seven - Step Softly

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Bunny Wailer,"The Blackheart Man",produced Johnny Scar's one-off recording 'United Africa' The mystic singer wrote this heavy roots song and the song appeared as 12"on the Solomonic Production imprint in 1986.

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Kiddus I - Complete Collection Recordings by the legendary roots singer Kiddus I, who appeared in the "Rockers" film, will be released for the first time. "Rockers: Graduation in Zion" is the first release in a series of three albums that will bring to the public the majority of his existing recordings. Kiddus-I Profile Kiddus I is the mysterious figure singing at the start of the film Rockers. A graduate of Ras Michael's Sons Of Negus, a key member of The Wailers milieu, and a Black Ark artist, his recordings - centred on the Roots Reggae period - are marked by the openness of their musical horizons, and a striking originality and integrity. (Also during this era he was a key voice raised in the Jamaican music industry against political oppression.) Yet Kiddus I's disdain for careerism has held him back from the spotlight - as so many people in Jamaican music will tell you. Now, this revelatory, comprehensive retrospective will surely confirm his place amongst the all-time greats of reggae music.

Release date undecided CD / 2LP Kiddus I - Jah Power, Jah Glory 1979-1982 Release date undecided CD / 2LP Kiddus I - Universal Messenger 1983-2006

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King Jammys dubplate specials from the original master tapes now on 7" heavyweight vinyl records. The releases include rare dubplate specials originally recorded for Jammy's Super Power and sound clashes.

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The King of Computerized & Digital Dancehall, King Jammy. 20 Additional Titles from His 80's Catalog.

On Sale! 7inch Vinyl Nitty Gritty - Brown In The Ring (Miss Credit To King Kong)

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11 Rare 7inch Titles from the Redman's 80's and 90's Catalog.

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King Tubby - The Dub Master. His 4 Rare 7inch Titles from the Firehouse Catalog.

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The King of Computerized & Digital Dancehall, King Jammy. 20 Rare 7inch Titles from His 80's Catalog.

Sold Out 7inch Vinyl Johnny Osbourne - We Gonna Rock It Tonight (Dub Plate Playing)

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Bunny Wailer "The Blackheart Man" Bunny Wailer, - the original member of The Wailers, The Blackheart Man, his everlasting masterpieces to be released in limited vinyl pressings for the first time. Bunny Wailer and The Wailers In 1963, Bunny Wailer made his first debut at Sir Coxsone's Studio One with Bob Marley and Peter Tosh as a group called the Wailing Wailers. He was commonly credited as Bunny Livingston at that time. After graduating Studio One in 1966, they formed their own independent label called Wail'N Soul'M and basically handled their career themselves. Later, they renamed the group and the famous Wailers embarked. Their prolific recordings were produced with Lee Parry and it undoubtedly led them to achieve a major breakthrough in Jamaican music industry and establish a world well known label Tuff Gong. In 1973, after signing with Island Records, [Catch A Fire] album was released by the label CEO Chris Blackwell for the international market. Soon, the group became a Reggae superstar icon and toured all over the world. However, Bunny Wailer returned to Jamaica because he was pining for the lifestyle of his home country. After returning to Jamaica, he started his solo career and released some recordings from his Solomonic imprint periodically. Island Records released his debut sophomore [Blackheart Man] album and he gained the recognition internationally as a solo artist. Although his Solomonic imprint continued until around 1990, many artists from 70's faced much difficulty to carry on their career during the period of the digital revolution, which occurred 1985. However; as a pioneer of the Jamaican music industry, It was not hard task for him to create the shockwave to young Dancehall listeners with his song "Rule Dancehall" in 1987. Truly, he is the original member of The Wailers who has been leading the Jamaican music scene. License courtesy of Bunny Wailer

Sold Out 7inch Vinyl Bunny Wailer and The Wailing Wailers - Tread Along

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Collaboration works of Studio One and Dub Store Records. These titles were recorded at Studio One, Jamaica in 2004. and produced by Sir Clement 'Coxsone' Dodd. This time only the titles were released as Dub Store Specials.

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Glen Brown a.k.a 'The Rhythm Master / The God Son', heavy roots reggae tracks from 70's re-issued by Dub Store Records.

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A collaboration release of Dub Store Records and PK Records. This title is a pre-release single from the untitled reggae instrumental album that Dub Store Records is planning to release.

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By the suggestions and selections of Dub Store Records, 45' were pressed officially by Randy's. Rough and up-tempo Ska sessions of the hottest period are re-pressed for the first time. The first 1,000 are limited presses in colors.

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