Name: A.1 Dub / Cry Tuff Dub Encounter Chapter IV
Brand: Prince Far I

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Bonus disc: No

Catalogue number

DBCDD065

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Rough Trade Exclusive

Rough Trade Exclusive: No

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Format detail

Format Music GB

Limited edition

Release date

2020-09-11

Signed copies

Signed copies: No

Supplier GB

Cherry Red (ADA)

Tax rate GB

Standard:20

UPC / Barcode

5013929276536

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2 / CD / Extended format: No / Rough Trade Exclusive: No / Signed copies: No

Artist

Prince Far I

Genre GB

Reggae / Dub

Label GB

Doctor Bird

Doctor Bird is a music label that was founded in the UK by Graeme Goodall, an Australian sound engineer and original shareholder of Island Records. The label was revived by Trojan Records in 1970 for three releases before being relaunched in 2017 as a division of Cherry Red Records. Doctor Bird specializes in vintage Jamaican sounds licensed from the catalogue of Trojan Records.
Graeme Goodall played a significant role in the Jamaican music scene, engineering sessions at various studios and producing countless recordings during the ska era. He also formed other labels such as Pyramid Records and Attack to promote reggae music. Despite relocating to Atlanta, Georgia in the 1970s, Goodall continued his involvement with music until his passing in 2014.
Today, Doctor Bird continues to bring Jamaican rocksteady and other vintage sounds to music enthusiasts worldwide through their curated selection of releases. With its rich history and dedication to preserving iconic Jamaican music, Doctor Bird remains a respected authority on this genre.

Prince Far I was a Jamaican deejay known for his powerful voice and unique style. He not only made music, but also ran his own label called Cry Tuff. Tragically, the Voice of Thunder was shot to death in his home on September 15, 1983 at the age of 39.

With his distinct sound and lyrical prowess, Prince Far I has influenced many artists in the reggae genre. Some similar artists include *Yabby You*, *Keith Hudson*, *Prince Jammy*, *Tapper Zukie*, *Mikey Dread*, and *The Revolutionaries*. These talented performers have all been inspired by Prince Far I's contributions to the music industry.

Although he left us too soon, Prince Far I's legacy lives on through his influential music and label. His impact can still be felt today as new generations continue to discover and appreciate his work.

Released in the UK by Trojan Records in 1980 and ’81, respectively, the Morwell Unlimited’s A.1 Dub and Cry Tuff Dub Chapter IV by veteran DJ, Prince Far I and the Arabs are among the finest examples of how those at the cutting edge of the Jamaican record scene were able to successfully apply dub techniques to the powerful new sounds of dancehall.

Surprisingly, despite the popularity of both of these widely revered long players, until this long overdue release, neither had previously been available on CD. And to make this long overdue collection even more compelling is a bonus disc comprising a further 19 dub classics, all taken from Trojan’s short-lived Attack 12” subsidiary label.

With many of the recordings officially unavailable for decades, this 2CD set is an essential acquisition for any serious fan of deep and heavy dub sounds from the early dancehall era.

A.1 Dub / Cry Tuff Dub Encounter Chapter IV

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