Tax rate EU

Default:19

Supplier EU

Warner Music Group Germany Holding GmbH

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Format detail

Colour details

Discogs ID

Limited edition

Colour

Black

Format Music EU

Extended format

Extended format: No

Rough Trade Exclusive

Rough Trade Exclusive: No

Signed copies

Signed copies: No

Download code

Download code: No

Bonus disc

Bonus disc: No

Release date

2024-05-10

Format multiplier

Catalogue number

409996400934

UPC / Barcode

4099964009347

Black LP

Artist

Various

Label EU

Trojan

Genre EU

Reggae / Dub

The Beginning:
On July 28th, 1967, the label Trojan was launched by Island Records, one of the UK's leading independent record companies. Created as a sub-label to showcase the productions of Jamaican producer Arthur "Duke" Reid, Trojan quickly became synonymous with reggae music. The label took its name from Reid's powerful sound system and Jamaican label active at the same time. Despite being short-lived initially, Trojan highlighted some of the finest music from Jamaica during the Rocksteady era. After its demise, Trojan was resurrected and went on to dominate the Jamaican records market in the UK.
In the 60s and 70s, Trojan Records successfully spread Reggae throughout the UK and beyond by licensing Jamaican recordings and producing UK-based acts. The parent company was sold to Allied in the 1970s, who continued releasing records under Trojan Records. In 2001, Sanctuary Records Group Ltd acquired the full catalogue of Trojan Records. Subsequently, Universal Music Group purchased Sanctuary in 2007 and later sold it to BMG in 2013. Since then, BMG has distributed Trojan Records in Europe through PIAS. Reissues on Music On Vinyl since 2017 are handled by Townsend Music.
Trojan continues to be a legendary label that has played a significant role in promoting reggae music worldwide.

Newest Listed Items

Let's Do Rock Steady (The Soul of Jamaica) is a classic album released by Trojan Records. This compilation features various artists from the golden era of Jamaican music, showcasing the smooth and infectious sounds of rock steady.

Listeners can expect to be transported back to the 1960s when rock steady ruled the airwaves with its laid-back grooves and soulful melodies. The album captures the essence of this influential genre, which bridged the gap between ska and reggae, laying the foundation for future developments in Jamaican music.

With tracks that exude charm and nostalgia, Let's Do Rock Steady invites you to immerse yourself in the rich musical heritage of Jamaica. From heartfelt love songs to socially conscious lyrics, each song on this album reflects the creativity and passion of the artists who helped shape the sound of a nation.

Whether you're a seasoned fan of Jamaican music or new to the genre, this compilation is a must-have addition to any music collection. Let's Do Rock Steady (The Soul of Jamaica) is a timeless reminder of the enduring legacy of rock steady and its lasting impact on global music culture.

Let's Do Rock Steady

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