Name: This Is Augustus Pablo
Brand: Augustus Pablo

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Groove Attack

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Release date

2022-12-24

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VPRL4188

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54645418812

Artist

Augustus Pablo

Label EU

17 North Parade

Genre EU

Reggae / Dub

Augustus Pablo was a Jamaican reggae melodica and keyboard player, producer, and label owner. Born on June 21, 1954 in St. Andrew, Jamaica, he was known for popularizing the use of the melodica in Reggae music. He collaborated with influential artists like [artist name] to develop Dub music. Alongside his brother "Garth," he ran the "Rockers HIFI" sound system and owned several record labels including Rockers and Pablo Records. Despite battling health problems related to a nerve disorder, Augustus Pablo made significant contributions to the reggae genre until his death on May 18, 1999 in Kingston, Jamaica.

A 'PABLO' tag etched in the run-out area of Jamaican records often refers to Augustus Pablo productions.

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17 North Parade is an imprint of VP Records, established in 2007. The label takes its name from the second location of Randy's Record Mart at 17 North Parade in Kingston, Jamaica, which was founded in 1962. Previously located at 36 East Street, this iconic record store played a significant role in the downtown Kingston music scene during its prime.

As a label, 17 North Parade focuses on reissuing material that falls outside of the mainline VP Records and Greensleeves Records brands and catalog history. They bring to light music that was produced during the heyday of downtown Kingston's vibrant music scene, contemporaneous with Randy's Record Mart.

With an extensive collection of *artists* and performers under their roster, 17 North Parade offers a diverse range of reissued albums for music enthusiasts to explore. Their commitment to preserving and sharing these historic recordings ensures that fans can experience the rich musical heritage rooted in Jamaican culture.

The release of Rising Son in 1986 on Greensleeves began a new era for Augustus Pablo edging his Rockers revolution into the digital age. In his own words Rising uon “mix-up the vibes a little more” from steppers like Pipers of Zion, revival reggae African Frontline and the deep and heavy The Day Before The Riot. Recorded at Channel One, Tuff Gong, Dynamic and HC&amp;F and engineered by Phillip Smart and Scientist.

This Is Augustus Pablo

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