Name: Hometown Hi-Fi Dubplate Specials 1975-79
Brand: King Tubby

Bonus disc

Bonus disc: No

Catalogue number

JRLP051

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Colour

Black

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Download code

Download code: No

Rough Trade Exclusive

Rough Trade Exclusive: No

Extended format

Extended format: No

Format detail

Format Music GB

Limited edition

Release date

2021-10-22

Signed copies

Signed copies: No

Supplier GB

Tax rate GB

Standard:20

UPC / Barcode

5060135761301

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Total Cap

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

Artist

King Tubby

Genre GB

Reggae / Dub

Label GB

Jamaican Recordings

Jamaican Recordings is a British reggae label that has been successfully run by Gary Hall. With a passion for reggae music, Jamaican Recordings has become known for its high-quality releases and dedication to preserving the authentic sound of Jamaican music. Through their carefully curated selection of artists and albums, they have established themselves as an authoritative voice in the reggae industry.

Under Gary Hall's guidance, Jamaican Recordings has consistently delivered exceptional music that captures the essence of Jamaica's rich musical heritage. Their commitment to maintaining the integrity of the original recordings sets them apart from other labels in the industry.

Whether you're a seasoned reggae enthusiast or new to the genre, Jamaican Recordings offers a diverse range of albums that cater to all tastes. From classic hits to rare gems, their extensive catalog showcases some of the best reggae music ever recorded.

King Tubby, born on January 28th, 1941 in Kingston, Jamaica, is a legendary figure known for his influence on the development of dub music in the 1960s. With a diploma in electronics and a passion for repairing electronic equipment, Tubby opened his own store where he repaired materials like amplifiers and speakers. In 1958, he started Tubby's Home Town Hi Fi and quickly became one of the best sound systems on the island. Tubby's remixes and production work with artists such as Lee Perry and Bunny Lee made him a celebrity in Jamaica during the 1970s. He played a pivotal role in shaping modern dub music before retiring from music later in his career. Tragically, King Tubby was shot and killed in 1989.

Born on January 28th, 1941 in Kingston, Jamaica, King Tubby is known primarily for his influence on the development of dub music in the 1960s through an error by "the Baron". After obtaining a diploma in electronics, he opened a small store where he repaired electronic material like amplifiers and speakers. In 1958, he established Tubby's Home Town Hi Fi which quickly became one of the best sound systems on the island. His remixes and production work with artists such as Lee Perry and Bunny Lee made him a celebrity during the 1970s.

In addition to being an influential producer and engineer for

King Tubby's Hometown Hi-Fi was one the great Sound Systems in Jamaica. It also proved a fantastic outlet for the Dub Plate Specials cut at Tubby's studio, providing exclusive cuts to be played out and to intice the dance's audience. The tracks at the time were mainly cut over producer Bunny 'Striker' Lee rhythms, that Bunny stored at Tubby's studio which was in fact his home, 18 Drumilly Avenue,Kingston, Jamaica.The versions were given exclusive plays at Tubby's sound before some finding their way on to vinyl, as the b-side version cut to it's a-side vocal, proving so popular that the records were often brought for its version side over its vocal counterpart. Jamaican Recordings have compiled a selection of cuts that were all tried and tested on Tubby's Home Town Hi Fi Sound System and worked a great set of Bunny Lee's rhythms in fine style. All Killer No Filler.

Hometown Hi-Fi Dubplate Specials 1975-79

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