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Macka Fat, “Behind The Counter”
It is easy to understand what drew Denis Bovell (English sound engineer with many collaborations, including LKJ, Alpha Blondy and Steel Pulse) to join the first album by this…
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Krys, “Limé Mic la”
At only 21, Krys has already amply proved his talent in the French Caribbean. Yet the young Guadeloupean deejay is not yet very well known in mainland France. With this ten-track…
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Earl Chinna Smith & Idrens, “Inna De Yard”
Earl "Chinna" Smith, a major guitarist in Jamaica, opens proceedings on Makasound's new label Inna De Yard, devoted to acoustic sessions. A strong concept, but a slightly…
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Macka B, “Word, Sound & Power”
It has been a long time since we heard Macka B. After only four albums in 10 years, he returns with this "Word, Sound & Power", produced by Tony "Ruff Cutt" Phillips for Jet…
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Queen Omega, “Destiny”
Released just before the end of the year, "Destiny" benefits from very good production by Special Delivery and a polished presentation. Two ingredients that make it a surprising…
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Compilation, “Chief Rockers”
To start the year in good musical company, the quality label Quality Streetz releases a new mixtape for all lovers of originality and big sound. The two selectors Tarzan and…
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The Meditations, “Stand in Love”
The Meditations made their big comeback with the roots audience with the excellent Makasound reissue of "Guidance", on which the trio were at the peak of their art. A success…
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Lee Cratch Perry & White Belly Rats, “Panic ina Babylon”
"Panic In Babylon" might be Lee Perry's latest album, but not quite. To credit the Jamaican producer alone with its authorship would be unfair and dishonest. No production, let…
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Big Famili, “Ras'In”
After fifteen years in the underground, on compilations and on countless stages, the Big Famili release their first album, "Ras'In". Baron Black and King Kalabash are joined by…
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Glen Washington, “Wanna Be Loved”
Forgotten for almost 20 years after his hit Rockers nu crackers, Glen Washington is gradually regaining a place in reggae. After resurfacing in 1997 with "Brother to Brother"…
