Essential Artist Collection brings together the timeless sounds of Desmond Dekker, the legendary figure who first introduced reggae, ska, and rocksteady to the world stage. Featuring recordings that dominated the UK pop charts and helped define the Golden Age of Jamaican music, this album highlights Dekker’s unmatched energy and charismatic voice across an era-spanning range of his greatest hits.
Curated by Trojan Records, Essential Artist Collection includes standout tracks like “Israelites,” “007,” and “It Mek”—songs that not only shaped reggae heritage but also left an indelible mark on global music culture. Complete with extensive liner notes and evocative imagery, this release celebrates Dekker’s lasting legacy and showcases the remarkable songwriting that set him apart as the original King of Reggae.
- Format: Vinyl
- Label: Trojan Records
- Genre: Reggae
- Release Date: 2023
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TRACKS
A1. Israelites
A2. It Mek
A3. Fu Man Chu
A4. The Song We Used To Sing
A5. Beautiful And Dangerous
A6. King Of Ska
A7. Intensified '68
B1. You Can Get It If You Really Want
B2. Unity
B3. Live And Learn
B4. Rudy Got Soul
B5. Get Up Adina
B6. Generosity
B7. Pretty Africa
C1. 007
C2. The First Time For A Long Time
C3. Rude Boy Train
C4. Honour Your Mother And Father
C5. It Pays
C6. Problems
C7. Wise Man
D1. Sing A Little Song
D2. Mother Pepper
D3. Mount Zion
D4. Licking Stick
D5. Young Generation
D6. Pickney Gal
D7. Jamaica Ska
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