The Congos’ Heart Of The Congos stands among reggae’s most celebrated works, a landmark of Lee "Scratch" Perry’s Black Ark Studio and a testament to the harmony between Cedric Myton’s soaring falsetto and Roy "Ashanti" Johnson’s rich tenor. Originally released in 1977, the album weaves spiritual themes and evocative rhythms, supported by an all-star cast of Jamaican vocalists, including Gregory Isaacs and members of The Meditations and The Heptones.
This 2024 repress on 17 North Parade preserves the distinctive hand-painted cover style of the original while presenting remastered audio and an expansive tracklist, including both the renowned 1978 remixed version and bonus dubs, disco mixes, and rare single cuts. Essential for reggae lovers, Heart Of The Congos captures the deep roots and vibrant innovation that define classic Jamaican music.
- Format: Vinyl
- Label: 17 North Parade
- Genre: Reggae
- Release Date: 2024
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TRACKS
A1. Fisherman
A2. Congoman
A3. Open Up The Gate
A4. Children Crying
B1. La La Bam-Bam
B2. Can't Come In
B3. Sodom & Gomorrow
B4. The Wrong Thing
C1. Ark Of The Covenant
C2. Solid Foundation
C3. Don't Blame It On I
C4. At The Feast
D1. Neckodeemus
D2. Solid Foundation (Disco Cork Mix)
D3. Foundation Dub
E1. Congoman (12" Mix)
E2. Congoman Chant
F1. Bring The Mackaback
F2. Fisherman Dub
F3. Noah Sugar Pan
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