This standout LP from legendary Jamaican skatalite pioneers The Skatalites was recorded around 1976 and sees fresh life in a 2025 repress on LB Records (catalogue LB002).
The Skatalites were foundational to the ska scene in the 1960s and later brought their rhythmic mastery into roots-reggae and dub forms.
This album captures that transitional era — blending ska-inflected rhythms, deep roots bass and dub-style space — producing a rich soundscape for both the seasoned collector and the vinyl newcomer.
By the mid-1970s, reggae was branching into heavier roots themes with dub experimentation, and The Skatalites — originally ska architects in the early 1960s — applied their veteran musicianship to this evolving sound. The result is something special: horn-led melodies, tight rhythm sections and dub-inspired textures that reward both listening and deep vinyl-crate digging.
The 2025 repress ensures modern fidelity and accessibility — meaning it’s not just a collector’s item, but an exciting listen too.
Read the story of Tommy McCook, one of founders of The Skatalites, in our blog.
