VA - Super Bad, Hits & Misses From The Treasure Isle Vaults 1971-1973 [2022] CD1+CD2

Reggae

VA - Super Bad, Hits & Misses From The Treasure Isle Vaults 1971-1973 [2022] CD1+CD2

“VA - Super Bad, Hits & Misses From The Treasure Isle Vaults 1971-1973 [2022]” released on the Doctor Bird label, is an extraordinary exploration into the core of Jamaica’s musical legacy. Unveiled in 2022, this anthology embodies a crucial phase in the island’s chronicle, particularly the years from 1971 to 1973. This era marked a significant cultural and musical metamorphosis in Jamaica. This compilation encapsulates the spirit of this transformative epoch, providing listeners with a unique perspective into the lively and dynamic auditory landscape that characterized the period. The music is distinguished by its unique Reggae and Rocksteady genres, styles that were on the rise and molding the musical topography of the time.

This anthology is a tribute to the rich array of sounds that originated from the Treasure Isle Vaults during these years. It encompasses a total of 50 tracks distributed over 2 CDs, rendering it a thorough depiction of the period. Remarkably, many of these tracks had been inaccessible in any format since the early Seventies, and 33 of them are making their debut on CD.

The music whisks the listener back to an era of musical ingenuity and inventiveness. It offers a glimpse into the varied spectrum of sounds that were being experimented with and the unique amalgamation of influences that typified the music of the era.

“VA - Super Bad, Hits & Misses From The Treasure Isle Vaults 1971-1973 [2022]” is not merely a compilation of songs. It is a historical record, a musical narrative that recounts the tale of a vibrant and transformative period in Jamaica’s musical chronicle. It is an essential listen for anyone keen on comprehending the origins and progression of Reggae and Rocksteady music. (B)

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Track lists

CD01

01 Jeff Dixon As J. D. The Rock - Super Bad 2:27

02 Tommy Mccock & The Supersonics - Black River  Aka The End 2:18

03 Ethiopians - Pirate 2:30

04 Tommy Mccook & The Soul Syndicate - Depth Charge 2:32

05 Cynthia Richards - (I Love You For) Sentimental Reasons 3:08

06 Tommy Mccook & The Supersonics - Stranger In Town 2:40

07 Delroy Denton - Broken Hearted Melody 2:37

08 Tommy Mccook & The Supersonics - Broken Hearted Melody Version 2:46

09 Eddie Ford - Jango  Aka Birth Control 2:15

10 Vincent Hinds & The Supersonics - Mouth Trombone 2:12

11 Dorothy Russell - You're The One I Love 3:03

12 Eagles - Your Enemy Can't Hurt You 2:45

13 Tennors - Weather Report 2:25

14 Cynthia Richards - Aily I  Aka Mount Zion 3:35

15 Duke Reid's All Stars - Aily I Version 2:30

16 Freddie Mckay - If I Should Make It 2:22

17 Brent Dowe & Cynthia Richards & The Soul Syndicate - Strings Of My Heart  Aka Rich In Love 2:27

18 Eagles - Rub It Down 2:57

19 Tommy Mccook & All Stars - Rub It Down Version 2:55

20 Cynthia Richards & The Soul Syndicate - Jungle Fever 2:46

21 Brent 'porkey' Dowe & The Soul Syndicate - Hit The Bridge 2:36

22 Eddie 'django' Ford - Guess I This Riddle  Aka Why Why 2:48

23 Justin Hinds & The Dominoes - Mighty Redeemer Part 1 2:33

24 Justin Hinds & The Dominoes - Mighty Redeemer Part 2 2:38

25 Tommy Mccook - Buck And The Preacher 2:54

CD02

01 Leroy Sibbles & Junior Byles - Break Up To Make Up 3:10

02 Cynthia Richards & The Soul Syndicate - Clean Up Woman 2:13

03 Wesley Of The Willows - Watch A Whisperer 2:37

04 Tommy Mccook's All Stars - Watch A Whisperer Version 2:37

05 Albert Tulloch - He's An Older Man 2:34

06 Junior Byles - Oh Lardy Dah 2:57

07 Tommy Mccook's All Stars - Oh Lardy Dah Version 2:54

08 Melodians - Passion Love 3:06

09 Errol Dunkley - Where Must I Go 2:45

10 Saints - How Long 2:30

11 Lyn Taitt & The Tommy Mccook's All Stars - Adam 12 3:13

12 Willows - A-So 2:19

13 Now Generation Band - A-So Version 2:09

14 Melodians - Love Makes The World Go Round 2:56

15 Errol Dunkley - Girl You Cried 3:05

16 Saints - Feeling Good 2:28

17 Noel 'bunny' Brown - Memories Don't Leave Like People Do 3:38

18 Noel 'bunny' Brown - Memories Version 3:33

19 Pat Kelly - Nobody 2:36

20 Lascelles Perkins - Sentimental Journey 3:06

21 Lascelles Perkins - Sentimental Journey Version 3:08

22 Bunny Brown - Roof Over My Head 2:29

23 Pat Kelly - Brand New Me 2:51

24 Toots Hibbert - I Feel The Spirit  Aka Lumba Lumba 3:10

25 Toots Hibbert & The Now Generation Band - I Feel The Spirit Version 3:39

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