Tag Archives: Reggae

SONG OF THE DAY Jo Jo Bennet – Leaving Rome

Posted on June 4, 2023 by The Listening Post Blog

Jo Jo Bennett was a Jamaican trumpet/flugelhorn player, composer, arranger and co-founder of The Sattelites. Born in Kingston, Jamaica in 1940 he spent the latter part of his life in Toronto, Ontario and celebrated a recording career that spanned over … Continue reading →

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SONG OF THE DAY Tommy McCook – Harvest In The East

Posted on May 20, 2023 by The Listening Post Blog

Tommy McCook was a blessing to music and I love how his songs often filter through in my searches at random times, feeling like a little beacon when I need a musical direction!  This legendary saxophonist was a founding member … Continue reading →

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SONG OF THE DAY Syd Jones & The Troubedours – Cardova

Posted on May 16, 2023 by The Listening Post Blog

As I’m sure I’ve mentioned before, its not often that I find myself preferring a cover to the original, but today I have for you a mighty fine example of just that! In 1969 The Meters released an album on … Continue reading →

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SONG OF THE DAY Liquid Liquid – New Walk

Posted on May 5, 2023 by The Listening Post Blog

One of the ultimate DIY bands of their time, Liquid Liquid create/created a very unique sound. Inspired by a myriad of cool influences, funk, dub, reggae, Afrobeat and punk all play an integral part in their compositions. They emerged from … Continue reading →

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SONG OF THE DAY Junior Soul (a.k.a Junior Murvin) – The Hustler 

Posted on April 29, 2023 by The Listening Post Blog

A very highly sought after 45, The Hustler is one of Junior Murvin’s earliest tracks. Produced by Derek Harriott and recorded in 1969, this song was first issued on Island’s Subsidiary label, Big Shot (which was later absorbed into the … Continue reading →

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SONG OF THE DAY The Eric Grant Orchestra – Uncle Joe

Posted on April 17, 2023 by The Listening Post Blog

I love unusual fusions of sound and how the crossover of genres creates something quite unique! Today’s song is a fine example of this and comes from a record that was recorded nearly 70 years ago! Seamlessly blending elements of … Continue reading →

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SONG OF THE DAY The Paragons – When The Lights Are Low

Posted on April 5, 2023 by The Listening Post Blog

It’s not often I do romance or tenderness, but sometimes when its done well, even the coldest heart can warm a little….(though I’m not that bad really).. Known for their rocksteady wizardry, the Paragons emerged in the early 1960’s amidst … Continue reading →

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SONG OF THE DAY Jackie Mittoo & The Soul Brothers – Voodoo Moon

Posted on March 12, 2023 by The Listening Post Blog

In August 1965, barely a week after the disbandment of the original Skatalites, The Soul Brothers (featuring ex-Skatalites members Jackie Mittoo, Roland Alphonso, Johnny Moore and Lloyd Brevitt) were up and running as the new house band at Studio One. … Continue reading →

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SONG OF THE DAY The Paragons – Riding High On A Windy Day

Posted on January 24, 2023 by The Listening Post Blog

The Paragons got together in the very early 1960’s and underwent several line-up changes over the years. When they first emerged they went by the name of The Binders and consisted of  Bob Andy (Keith Anderson), Garth Evans (aka Tyrone Evans), Junior Menz, and Leroy … Continue reading →

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SONG OF THE DAY The Maytals – Night and Day

Posted on April 17, 2022 by The Listening Post Blog

“The Maytals were unlike anything else … sensational, raw and dynamic.” (Island Records founder, Chris Blackwell) Many moons ago I heard this song, saved in one of my many playlists with the aim of revisiting it, but somehow never returned….until … Continue reading →

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