Name: Mundell
Brand: Hugh Mundell

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GREL36

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Black

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Format Music GB

Limited edition

Release date

2022-10-14

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601811003619

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1 / Extended format: No / LP / Rough Trade Exclusive: No / Signed copies: No / black

Artist

Hugh Mundell

Genre GB

Reggae / Dub

Label GB

VP Records

A teenage prodigy, Hugh Mundell was born on 14 June 1962 in Kingston, Jamaica. He made waves in the reggae scene at just 16 years old with his iconic Roots record "Africa Must Be Free By 1983". Despite being produced by Augustus Pablo, Mundell wrote all the tunes himself, earning him the nickname "The Blessed Youth".

Introduced to reggae by family friend Boris Gardiner, Mundell began recording sessions at the age of 13. By the time of his untimely death on 14 October 1983, he had already produced five LPs and numerous singles. He also ran his own label called [l131540]. Additionally, he dabbled in deejay cut and sound system sessions under the name [a2787931].

Mundell's promising career was tragically cut short when he was shot while traveling in a car with Junior Reid. The circumstances surrounding his death remain unclear, with various accounts suggesting it may have been related to an argument about a fridge, revenge for a burglary, or a dispute over a woman. Regardless of the reason, Mundell's passing left a void in the world of reggae music.

VP Records is a US-based record company, label, and distributor founded by Vincent "Randy" Chin and his wife Patricia Chin. It is globally recognized as the largest independent reggae label. The Chins moved from Jamaica in 1977 and established their store in the vibrant neighborhood of Queens, New York. With over 25,000 titles under its belt, VP Records acquired Greensleeves Records and was named the Billboard reggae label of the year in 1999. They have also collaborated with major labels like Atlantic Records for licensing deals. VP Music Group, Inc., handles all copyright matters while VP Mastering takes care of the mastering studio operations.

The success of VP Records can be attributed to its strong foundation built by Vincent and Patricia Chin. Their passion for reggae music led them to establish a store that would later evolve into one of the most influential labels in the industry. Today, VP Records continues to promote and distribute exceptional reggae music worldwide.

For distribution services provided by VP Records Distribution or more information about their extensive catalog, visit their website or contact them directly.

Junjo Lawes ruled the dancehalls in the early '80s, with a huge militant sound laid down to fiery perfection by the Roots Radics. The producer's incendiary riddims supported Jamaica's biggest stars and launched a new generation of toasters straight to the top of the charts. This musical shift was accompanied by a thematic change as well, as lighter lyrical fare came to the fore. Many roots artists found the times tough, but not Hugh Mundell, who was young enough to ride this stylistic swing with ease. In 1982, the young star hooked up with Lawes and the Radics for the masterful Mundell album, with the producer providing his best riddims and creating superb versions that still stand the test of time. For "Rasta Have the Handle" and "Tell I a Lie," Lawes lit up the backing with soulful brass solos from Felix "Deadly Headly" Bennett, with Nambo Robinson's trombone in support, and beautifully in counterpoint with Mundell's own emotive vocals and cultural themes. Both of those are militant rockers numbers; in contrast, there's the bubbly, bouncy "Jah Music," the bright backing further lit by the exuberant horns. Winston Bope Bowne's lovely, lilting, lead guitar is the focal point of the romantic "24 Hours a Day," a song whose delicate flavor Lawes offsets with a taut rhythm. Gladstone Anderson's elegant piano work highlights "Red Gold &amp; Green," while overhead Mundell showcases his most soulful vocals.

Mundell

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