In Jamaica throughout the early half of the 1960’s, the sound of ska prevailed and of all the groups to make their mark during this time, none proved more influential or popular than the Skatalites. Following their creation in the summer of ’64, this powerhouse instrumental combo, featuring the cream of Kingston’s session players dominated the island’s music industry for 18 glorious months. Among the very best of their recordings produced during this time were released on Duke Reid’s famed Treasure Isle label, and 40 of their works for the legendary producer comprise this modestly priced 2CD celebration of the ska sound. As with previous titles in the ‘Trojan Legends’ range, the release is presented in a handsomely designed digi-pack sleeve, which includes an 8-page booklet highlighting an array of fascinating images, well as a comprehensive essay on this celebrated group.
A**C
The Highlight of Jamaica
If you want all of The Skatalites best songs on two CDs then this is the collection for you! Worth every penny, The Skatalites are the jewels of Ska music of Jamaica. Every song will delight, please, tantalize, and excite! With 40 killer ska songs and an 8-page booklet, you will set sail for Jamaica and learn much about Jamaica's legendary kings of Ska and dance music. Every song paints a fascinating imagery in the mind and is sure to get the feet moving.
A**E
Excellent!
As always, the skatalites....excellent!
H**E
I am a happy buyer
Love this cd, had a great buying experience
P**Y
Best of the Skatalites 2-CD set
Wonderful collection of Skatalites greatest hits. Definitely rocking!
R**Y
No good
Th cd lasted 3 months. Waste of my money
I**L
hot original ska
It doesn't getting any better than this,the original Skatalites in their heyday.40 blistering cuts with optimum sound,direct from Duke Reid mastertapes.
P**N
Excellent mid sixties Ska, sound quality of recordings a little iffy at times
Excellent mid sixties Ska, sound quality of recordings a little iffy at times, probably because they were recorded in mid sixties Jamaica when the recording studios there were still a bit primitive.
L**U
Four Stars
Great ska sounds. Recording is a bit poor though.
B**E
SKA.
Old fashioned ska, instrumentals. Vocals would have been good.
J**D
Five Stars
Excellent cd not a bad track on here, a shame that exodus is missing though.
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