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Warner Music Group Germany Holding GmbH

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Release date

2015-03-23

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541493991860

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5414939918605

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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

Lee "Scratch" Perry & Friends - The Black Ark Years is a compilation album released by Trojan Records. This album features a collection of tracks produced by the legendary Jamaican producer Lee "Scratch" Perry during his time at the iconic Black Ark Studio.

The Black Ark Studio, operated by Lee "Scratch" Perry in the 1970s, was known for its innovative and experimental approach to reggae music production. Perry's unique style and use of unconventional recording techniques made the studio a hotbed for creativity and resulted in some of the most influential reggae recordings of all time.

This compilation album showcases the diverse range of artists that worked with Lee "Scratch" Perry during this period. From well-known reggae icons such as Bob Marley and The Wailers to lesser-known gems like Junior Murvin and The Congos, this collection offers a comprehensive overview of the talent that passed through the doors of the Black Ark Studio.

The tracks on this album are a testament to Lee "Scratch" Perry's visionary production skills. Each song is infused with his signature sound, characterized by deep basslines, intricate rhythms, and psychedelic dub effects. The combination of these elements creates a mesmerizing listening experience that transports you back to the golden age of reggae music.

Whether you are a die-hard reggae fan or new to the genre, Lee "Scratch" Perry & Friends - The Black Ark Years is an essential addition to your music collection. Immerse yourself in the groundbreaking sounds of one of Jamaica's most influential producers and discover why his work continues to inspire generations of musicians worldwide.

Lee ''Scratch'' Perry & Friends-The Black Ark Ye

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