Originally released in 1982 on the UK-based Starlight label, Now marks the return of The Paragons in the early 1980s, reintroducing their signature harmony style in a more modern reggae setting.
Produced by Bunny Lee and mixed by Prince Jammy, the album blends the group’s classic rocksteady roots with the heavier, bass-driven sound of the era. Backed by musicians from the Aggrovators circle, the recordings maintain a warm, melodic feel while embracing the deeper rhythms of early 80s reggae.
Now captures a later chapter in the group’s evolution, where smooth vocal harmonies meet a more stripped-down and rhythmic production style, bridging the gap between their 1960s foundations and the sound system-driven landscape of the time.
This 2023 reissue on Lantern Records (LANR024) brings back a sought-after UK release, making it available again on vinyl for collectors and fans of classic Jamaican vocal groups.
