Name: Jacob Miller Lives On
Brand: Jacob Miller

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Groove Attack

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Ltd.Edition

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Release date

2023-05-12

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VPRL4119

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Artist

Jacob Miller

Label EU

17 North Parade

Genre EU

Reggae / Dub

Jacob Miller was a reggae singer, songwriter, and drummer born on May 4, 1952 in New Green near Mandeville, Manchester, Jamaica. Known as the 'Killer', he earned this title with his powerful opera-style vocals and captivating stage presence. At the age of 8, he moved to Kingston to live with his grandmother and at 16, he made his first recordings for Studio One. In 1969, he formed the duo Jacob Miller & Stephen Brown.
In 1974, Miller joined forces with Augustus Pablo and became his favorite collaborator. Together they produced several records that showcased Miller's exceptional talent. He also served as the vocalist for Inner Circle and contributed to their classic track "Tenement Yard". Signed by Island Records, Miller was on the path to stardom until tragedy struck on March 23, 1980 when his car collided with a pole on Hope Road in Kingston.
Miller's untimely death deeply impacted the music community. Over 3000 people paid tribute to him at his funeral held at the National Arena in Kingston. Today, he rests in peace at Dovecot Memorial Park in St Catherine. Jacob Miller's legacy lives on through his unforgettable performances and contributions to reggae music.

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.

Released the same year the reggae singer's life was cut short by a car accident, the 1980 set Jacob Miller Lives On is one of those hastily thrown-together compilations that can't help but succeed thanks to the rich source material. At least that's the way the reggae faithful will see it, since almost everything here is pulled from the 12" releases Miller recorded for producer and label owner Joe Gibbs. The "&amp; Friends" the 17 North Parade label wisely added to their 2008 reissue refers to the DJs, toasters, and dub players who appear on these extended cuts. Big names like I-Roy, Welton Irie, and Augustus Pablo take over after Miller's sweet and powerful voice sings the tunes, and classics like "I Am a Natty," "I'm Just a Dread," and "Keep on Knocking" get to stretch their legs and extend their winning grooves. Since it's not the most artist-centered compilation, it's not the best introduction, either, but collectors will appreciate obtaining these hard to find mixes, especially since the 2000 collection I'm Just a Dread -- the same album with bonus tracks, a different running order, and duller sound -- has fallen out of print. Even if North Parade's reissue sounds brighter and fuller, the surface noise of the original 12" discs is still very noticeable and, in the case of damaged cuts like "Fly Away," very distracting.

Jacob Miller Lives On

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