Name: The Keyboard King Of Studio One
Brand: Jackie Mittoo

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Catalogue number

SJRLP486-BLK

Colour

Black

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Format Music GB

Limited edition

Release date

2023-06-30

Signed copies

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Supplier GB

PIAS

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Standard:20

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5026328204864

Total Cap

Black LPx2

Artist

Jackie Mittoo

Genre GB

Reggae / Dub

Label GB

Soul Jazz

Jackie Mittoo was a highly influential Jamaican musician born on March 3rd, 1948 in Brown's Town, Jamaica. He began his professional career at the age of thirteen, playing with various bands such as The Rivals and The Sheiks. Mittoo gained recognition for his talent and started working at Federal Studios, collaborating with renowned Jamaican musicians who later formed the Skatalites. His partnership with Clement 'Coxsone' Dodd led to countless recordings throughout the Sixties.

After The Skatalites disbanded, Mittoo became the leader of session musicians known as Sound Dimension. Not only did he lead the group, but he also played keyboards himself and arranged recordings for artists like Ken Boothe, Bob Andy, Alton Ellis, The Wailers, and many others. His work not only laid the foundation for reggae music but also showcased his incredible artistic and creative abilities.

Mittoo's contributions to music are immeasurable; he wrote music, gave bass lines to players, composed chords for guitarists while arranging recordings. His body of work remains an essential part of reggae history and continues to be covered by artists worldwide.

Soul Jazz is a British jazz/funk/soul/reggae label that has become synonymous with quality music. Founded by Stuart Baker, it is closely associated with the iconic record shop The Sound of the Universe in Soho, London. Specializing in re-releasing music from around the world, Soul Jazz meticulously remasters each compilation to ensure high-quality sound. Vinyl enthusiasts will appreciate their extensive collection, which includes both new recordings and classic 12" singles. Keep an eye out for their diverse range of printed record labels on these releases, such as *Soul And Jazz Musical Industries*, *ENT.*, *Soul Jazz Records Co.*, or even the original record label name.

With its distinctive label code LC 2678 / LC 02678, Soul Jazz has established itself as a trusted source for discovering global musical treasures. Whether you're a jazz aficionado or soulful reggae enthusiast, this label offers something for everyone's taste.

Explore the captivating sounds curated by Soul Jazz and immerse yourself in a world of rhythm and melody that transcends borders and eras.

A stunning compilation of Jackie Mittoo, one of the defining figureheads of reggae music, and his years at Studio One. From forming the Skatalites, at age 15, alongside Don Drummond, Roland Alphonso, Tommy mMccook and others to his work as writer, arranger, producer at Studio One records during the sixties, writing and playing for artists such as Alton Ellis, Ken Boothe, Marcia Griffiths and the Heptones (to name a few), to his career as a solo artist as well as leader of bands such as the Soul Brothers, Soul Vendors and the Sound Dimension, Jackie Mittoo is at the heart of reggae music. He was one of the instigators of ska music, rocksteady and reggae. In the seventies, DJ music and dancehall were based upon classic rhythms of the sixties, many using the instrumental tracks that Jackie Mittoo created at Studio one at this time. 

This compilation features the work of Jackie Mittoo at studio one. It features music recorded as a solo artist (as opposed to the numerous singers that he accompanied). most of these are taken from his recordings in the mid sixties where he was recording on an almost daily basis at Studio One's Brentford road studios developing the funky reggae sound that was his trademark.

The Keyboard King Of Studio One

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